Project Coordinators

Responsibilities

• The nature of MSF work involves inherent risk due to our commitment to people affected by conflict or in precarious situations - as project coordinator, you are ultimately responsible for safety and security at the project level.

Requirements

• Significant professional experience in team and project management within humanitarian organizations
• Demonstrated experience in supervising, managing, coaching, and training others in multicultural and multidisciplinary contexts
• Experience in security management, preferably in conflict zones or emergency settings
• Excellent negotiation, diplomacy, and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and ability to work under stress in unstable environments
• Excellent command of English, as well as French (level B2) or another language (Arabic, Spanish).
• Availability of 9 to 12 month international assignments
• Willingness to commit to MSF for several assignments
• Assets
• Relevant diploma, preferably a university degree
• International humanitarian or healthcare, medical management
• Before you apply
• As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
• Security and Safety
• Terms of Employment
• MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
• MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. There are numerous opportunities for professional advancement within the organization, including medical, non-medical, and coordination roles.
• Final Thoughts
• As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
• Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experienc

Benefits

Additional Information

About MSF USA | Doctors Without Borders Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an independent international organization that provides medical care to the people who need it most. The organization cares for people affected by conflict, disease outbreaks, disasters, and social exclusion in more than 70 countries. MSF offers medical humanitarian assistance solely based on need, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or politics. Our international project teams include medical, logistical, and administrative staff, most of them hired locally and working with their own communities. Our actions are guided by medical ethics and the principles of independence, impartiality, and neutrality. We also bear witness and speak out about the experiences of our colleagues and patients. MSF USA is one of 24 sections supporting the global movement, primarily through staff recruitment, fundraising, advocacy, and communications. We welcome candidates who bring a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences to join us in working toward MSF's social mission. Project Coordinators MSF project coordinators plan, manage, and develop MSF projects, ensuring all departments work together to provide high-quality care, regardless of the needs.

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