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eHealth Mobile Implementing Officer (m/f/x)

As eHealth Mobile Implementation Officer (MIO) you will be part of the MAST team and you will primarily be working in the field. You will provide support in all aspects of the design, tailored implementations of health information systems, that enable efficient capture, transmission, analysis and visualization of medical data. While being the key onsite service provider in the projects, you will also provide general expertise and support to HMIS users in HQ.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Projects data management support:

Engage with relevant project stakeholders to define goals for health information management support.
Review project log frames and support field teams to update and align their log frames to current medical objectives.
Support medical managers to define and select a set of appropriate medical indicators to be monitored routinely
Conduct mapping of health information systems, medical data flow from collection to reporting, processes used, quality of data captured, and people involved.
Identify, analyze, document and resolve procedural and/or system related challenges that hinder quality data: Provide recommendations for improvement and promote adoption of best practices in health information management.
Work with the projects teams to entrench appropriate changes in existing health information systems, propose new ways of working and devise project specific data errors mitigation measures.
Support projects to ensure data protection best practices are implemented and followed.
In collaboration with the team of Epidemiologists, support data use activities including reviewing key indicators for project monitoring.

HMIS implementation:

Support projects in the set up and prepare for deployment of standard HMIS.
Pilot HMIS tools, capture users’ experience and requests necessary to improve the system to meet the projects’ needs.
Work with other MAST team members to organize and deploy standard HMIS.
Lead implementation of the HMIS on site or remotely
Participate in the initial “after go live” review of the system’s configuration and output displays and identify changes or improvements required.
Debrief and handover to the MAST support team after HMIS implementation.

Capacity Building

Identify training, coaching and professional development needs of medical and projects data management staff.
Provide user training to projects and HQ personnel on Ariadne supported applications/ tools and on general data management and use.
Assist with the development and revision of training materials whenever needed.

Business Analysis

Assist in writing HMIS use cases in the projects and HQ to inform new features, applications, and system interfaces.

REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience

Medical or paramedical diploma with training in healthcare/project management, public health, epidemiology, or health informatics
At least 3 years of experience in health information management, project monitoring and surveillance with MSF or with a similar humanitarian organization (as epidemiologist, Project Medical Referent, Medical coordinator…)
Experience in implementing and/or maintaining HMIS and in working with MS Excel
Experience in conducting trainings [face to face and online] for a diverse audience.
Experience with data visualization using power BI, DHIS2, Tableau, etc is an asset.

Competencies

Evidenced understanding of medical data management and monitoring.
Excellent communication skills and team spirit
Ability to draft clear and concise guidelines/instructions and other written communication in both English and French
Strong humanitarian commitment and interest; motivation to work with MSF.

Languages

Fluent in French and English (oral and written)

Other

Willingness and availability to travel frequently and to work in diverse contexts, sometimes under difficult conditions.

CONDITIONS

Expected starting date: February 2024
Location*: Brussels (Belgium), Nairobi (Kenya) or Abidjan (Ivory Coast); but mainly carried out in the projects.
Mobility more than 70% in project locations
Contract type: Fixed-term contract – Full time
Contract duration: 1 year.
Salary according to MSF-OCB Field grid
The contractual terms, conditions and salary will be established according to the official residence of the selected candidate and in compliance with the standard MSF function and salary grids.
Not a family position
Adhere to the MSF principles and to our managerial values: Respect, Transparency, Integrity, Accountability, Trust and Empowerment
Adhere to the MSF Behavioral Commitments

Please, send your CV and cover letter to Recruit-HQ-Med@brussels.msf.org and mention “eHealth MIO” in the subject of your email.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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November 2, 2024
Research Technician I

The Position:

The Research Technician I will provide support to provide to the pre-breeding and breeding operations in Kenya.

Key responsibilities:

Arrange necessary tools and equipment for experiments in different environments (field/greenhouses) before conducting the experiment.
Monitor and manage the supply chain used in experiments to ensure proper usage and disposal.
Perform daily measurements and weighings to update the experiment’s database.
Operate laboratory equipment according to specific instructions to support the project.
Adhere to relevant health and safety CIP policies and procedures.

Selection Criteria

Completed Technical studies from a recognized institution.
At least two years of experience required in a similar working position.
Strong background in Agricultural and laboratory equipment management.
Demonstrate proficiency in the cultivation, care, and management of potato crops.
Experience in field and greenhouse agronomic practices
Intermediate knowledge of database work.
Intermediate level of MS Office
Intermediate written and oral communication skills in English, Fluent in Kiswahili.

Submit your cover letter and a full C.V. with your references. Screening of applications will begin on November 10, 2023, and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged; however only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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November 2, 2024
Finance Technical Support General Director Cashier

Responsibilities and Main Tasks
Funding Management

Represent OCBA in partner section funding meetings related to partner section grants and earmarked/restricted funding.
Manage the administrative aspects of grants, from initial proposals to receipt, including support in proposal and report preparation and incident resolution. Update SAP/EUREKA (Grant Management) with relevant proposal information, reports, and other files.
Coordinate and manage communication and documentation related to funding with MSF Partner Sections. Participate in planning and monitoring PS revenues ensuring their reconciliation in the different systems.
Oversee external audits for projects funded by public and private donors, ensuring quality responses to auditors and funders
Coordinate Public Institutional Fundings (PIFs) with the PIF Unit, including reporting, responding to requests, and participating in audits
Ensure the signing of financing contracts and other documents
Manage Department orders including management of SAP order workflows, including SAP accounting of grants and provisions.

Knowledge management:

Support in keeping the financial SharePoint sites collection site well-governed (map, access, responsibilities). Mapping of sites, pages, libraries and files, access control
Maintain direction team files structure on SharePoint ensuring easy access to information, define and maintain the archiving guidelines.
Maintain digital archives, including policies and reports
Responsible to maintain the Finance policy register and support the policies owner in ensuring policies remains current. Support policies development by ensuring stakeholder engagement in their development.
Provide support and promote the usage of MSF 365 tools for personal space management and planning.
Manage overall communication of Finance Department

Reporting:

Assist in drafting financial reports and presentations for various audiences, including annual accounts, treasurer’s report, mission report, and more.
Collaborate with reporting technical referent on ad hoc financial analyses as requested by the Department direction.
Perform the monthly management reporting to the international finance team (MR10 schedule in Sap)

Learning and Development

Develop and Maintain the HQ finance knowledge center. Update the training portfolio on SharePoint.
Keep the learning strategy and supporting tools up to date.
Consolidate department learning needs.
Supporting the team managers in following up on the execution of appraisals and draft individual plans.
Ensure finance staff are trained in feedback and appraisal management

Finance Department Governance and Planning

Collaborate with unit heads to keep work plans current and support department activities and priorities.
Facilitate coordination meetings, maintain agendas and involve relevant team members.
Maintain the department’s organization chart Current.
Manage and implement team building strategies and plans.
Participate in planning and monitoring the department’s budget.
Contribute to the development and analysis of department management indicators and dashboards.

Management of department intern

Ensure all the administrative procedures for the hiring and onboarding of an intern are met
Follow up of tasks and performance of the intern position, together with coordinators of each department.
Follow up necessary administrative procedures with the collaboration entity (high school, university…).

Other tasks

Manage the department’s calendar, including monitoring holidays, breaks, and absences.
Assist in the recruitment and onboarding process of new members of finance team.
Support department events.
Oversee finance department equipment (incl. Computers) and supplies annual order.
Follow up of the lawyer’s invoices relative to inheritance procedures and creating POs in SAP.

Selection Criteria
Education and Experience

Higher degree in Business Administration, Economics or similar.
Experience of minimum two years in a similar position in finance departments of large companies or organizations.
Very good command of English. French highly desirable and Spanish an asset.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Knowledge of ERP systems my SAP and FFC

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November 2, 2024
Multimedia Producer (Re-Advertised) Mental Health Support Officer (Maternity Leave Cover)

Tasks & Responsibilities

The position will take a journalistic approach to seek out and tell strong stories to raise awareness of the humanitarian crises in East Africa and the work of MSF in response to them. This will involve project managing the production of compelling multimedia content for MSF´s online platforms and for external media.
Adding to the diversity of our communications is also a core objective of the position, and the producer will contribute to ensuring that people from East Africa are given a strong voice in our regional and global output. It will also contribute to the conversation and action around how MSF represents affected populations.
Content will be aimed at audiences both within the region and outside of it.

Production

Responsible for creating compelling multimedia content which tells strong and engaging stories, for use on MSF social media channels and that can be pitched externally to media partners by communications colleagues. Although most dissemination will be undertaken by the social and media team, the producer will from time to time send BROLL and other formats as needed to external and internal contacts.
Production will take place both within the MSF EA office and in the organisation´s regional project locations, involving travel to the field including at short notice including during emergencies, and must align to MSF´s ethical standards and guidelines.
Works with HQ production teams on different versions of the communications products for use in different markets.
Working together with the wider team, helps to develop content styles and products that engage with East African audiences. Adapts international communications packages and materials from the MSF movement that can be relevant to our regional audience, again working with the wider team to determine the most appropriate adaptations.
Promotes innovation, staying aware of trends within multimedia production and media outlets, regularly testing new approaches and formats to engage better with our audiences.
Creates a list of trusted freelancers that can be called on to work with MSF in the field; manages the commissioning of freelancers based on clear objectives and terms of reference for each project.
Disseminates content in line with MSF´s internal standards, to colleagues within MSF as well as to external outlets as needed.
Trains colleagues in the region and provides advice and support on elements of multimedia production, such as storytelling, editing and project management, as needed, either remotely or by visiting project locations.

Liaison with colleagues across MSF

Liaises with communications and production colleagues across the movement in order to manage production and internal dissemination of content according to MSF standards, contributing to the international coordination of MSF video activity.
Works with communications colleagues across the MSF movement to develop and deliver packages, including validating materials.
Sits within the MSF Eastern Africa communications department, attending regular meetings to contribute to the overall strategy.

Others

Contributes to analysing the performance of packages and the creation of reports, alongside the members of the EA comms team.
Manages the purchase and upkeep of equipment.
Ensures all materials are filed and archived correctly, on the offices local hard drives and on MSF´s international multimedia database.
Responsible for maintaining and updating licensing and copyright audit trails.
Upholds MSF´s ethical standards around production, including patient consent, representation and confidentiality, as well as our principles and contributes to the conversation and actions around this important dossier.

Qualifications
Essential

Minimum five years’ experience of producing strong multimedia content that tells compelling stories, with a background in either charity, broadcast/digital journalism, or agency production, preferably within East Africa.
Solid project management and production skills, preferably within a journalistic role.
Strong examples of recent work which includes producing engaging content for social media platforms.
Experience with mobile journalism equipment and techniques.
Experience filming with a DSLR camera kit.
Experience of conducting on camera interviews.
Copy/script-writing skills and the ability to adapt style to suit a range of audiences.
Good understanding of editing workflows, including transcoding, ingesting and archiving footage.
A highly collaborative and cooperative person, with the ability to work with colleagues in different counties.
Thorough understanding of online video channels, social media, emerging technologies and innovative approaches for content creation within the COVID-19 context.
Expert knowledge, skill and experience of Adobe Creative Cloud suite, in particular Adobe Premier Pro.
Ability to work independently to general guidelines; capacity to take initiative and seize opportunities.
Fluent written and spoken English. Regional languages are an asset.
Commitment to the aims and values of MSF

Desirable

Good knowledge of world affairs and a demonstrable understanding of and commitment to humanitarian issues.
Availability to travel and work in programme locations, often at short notice.
Experience in capacity building and training.
Experience working with live-streaming equipment and platforms.

The closing date for applications is on 23rd November 2023

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November 2, 2024
Head of Fundraising (Re-Advertised)

Rationale/Objective for Position

Reporting to the Director of Communications and Fundraising (DCF), the individual in this position will be responsible for creating and implementing a comprehensive fundraising programme at MSF EA and will be pivotal in inspiring current donors, prospects, and supporters to contribute funds to the organisation. They will have a proven track record of securing private revenue for nonprofits and will bring the vision, experience, curiosity, creativity, resourcefulness, and enthusiasm to build a fundraising team and a dedicated base of loyal and committed supporters. They will be an individual who is deeply motivated by the goal of MSF to deliver medical care to those most in need across the world and will be guided by MSF fundraising principles.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Strategic Planning: implements and monitors a comprehensive fundraising plan to develop and grow philanthropic support from a variety of sources including individuals, corporations, and family foundations and trusts.
Donor Engagement Strategies: Cultivates and strengthens existing donor relationships and actively pursues prospects by using multiple cultivation techniques including one-on-one meetings, events, and other fundraising touchpoints. Identifies and develops relationships with corporate entities that adhere to the parameters of the MSF EA corporate gift acceptance policy. Creates a donor pipeline and a donor journey cycle for mid and high-capacity supporters. Identifies donors and prospects for cultivation and stewardship by the General Director and other senior level leaders at MSF EA. Collaborates with the DCF in identifying and selecting members of a fundraising advisory group which will serve as a networking vehicle for high level donor giving.
Prospecting: Researches, maintains, and develops a regional and local portfolio of individuals, foundations, and corporate prospects who have capacity and inclination for supporting MSF EA.
Donor Communications: Ensures consistency of messaging in all fundraising communications. Leads in preparing fundraising content and materials to ensure that the information is accurate and reflects MSF’s values and principles and that all communications with donors reflect the unique and independent voice of MSF, with final oversight going to the DCF
Fundraising Revenue: Forecasts revenue and collaborates with DCF to project expense and revenue targets for the annual MSF EA budget.
Systems and Processes: Creates and implements KPIs and best practices for donor cultivation and stewardship. Develops and/or identifies systems for donor tracking and gift processing.
Team Management: Manages the engagement officer and collaborates with them in stewarding donors and in organizing events that will raise the visibility of and financial support to MSF EA.
Represents MSF EA: Develops strategic relationships within the regional fundraising and business communities to increase visibility of MSF EA and to foster financial support and networking potential. Participates in MSF EA international working groups and initiatives and develops working relationships with counterparts in specific MSF entities to advance global fundraising goals.

Qualifications
Essential

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university
3-5 years of progressive fundraising or sales management experience with a focus on donor /client development
Well-developed interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate in person and in writing to people from various backgrounds and experiences.
Excellent written and spoken command of the English language.
Ability to inspire trust and confidence in current donors and supporters
Initiative and a high degree of autonomy is expected combined with the ability to work well as part of a team
Analytical skills and experience in creating and tracking budgets
High level of discretion and an ethical approach to fundraising
A commitment to MSF’s mission and values

Desirable

5+ years in fundraising with experience in creating and implementing a fundraising program.
3+ years experience in cultivating and soliciting mid-level and high-level donors.
Knowledge of the local fundraising environment
Knowledge of CRM systems
Experience with international relief and development and/or humanitarian organizations desired.

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November 2, 2024
Medical Anthropology Analyst

Rationale/Objective for Position

The Medical Anthropology Analyst is responsible for coordinating and overseeing targeted need-driven operational research and analyses, capacity-building and strengthening learning and reflection to ensure MSF provides holistic, respectful, and inclusive patient-centered community-based health services.
The jobholder is responsible for implementing the Anthropology Unit framework and applicable approaches in relation with MSF field operations.

Tasks & Responsibilities
Strategic Responsibilities

Actively participate in the development of the Unit’s organization strategic plan, activities and partnerships as may be needed.

Technical and Operational Responsibilities

Support positioning and feasibility of the Anthropology Unit

Identify medical and health-related areas of strategic interest and identify the necessary partnerships with operations across other MSF entities in the region and globally.
Respond and coordinate requests for support MSF missions/projects working in the region by evaluating access constraints and developing access-specific strategies.
Contribute to the building, entrenching, and positioning the Unit.
Prepare and make presentations on behalf of the Unit and MSF international and internal forums to articulate its work.

Medical program development and operations support

Assess and analyze social-cultural dynamics of medical emergency contexts to inform and advice the medical operations teams during the conception, implementation, and monitoring of medical and paramedical projects.
Collect and organize information on health-seeking practices and norms and knowledge during emergencies/crises to enable trust and respect between affected individuals, groups and communities, and field operation teams.
Support the operations teams on contextual health and political economy analysis.
Contribute to field visits and intersectional medical forums wherever and whenever it is necessary across MSF units and sections.
Liaise with Medical Operation teams to identify, initiate links and engage with relevant state and non-state structures managing health services during emergencies.
Prepare mission reports for review and dissemination.

Contribute to medical and health promotion operational research and learning.

Coordinate field operational research on thematic areas relevant to medical and paramedical projects/programs across MSF.
Facilitate dissemination of research results, learnings and best practices through internal and external platforms including publication.
Participate in the implementation of the community engagement strategy of the MSF EA operations directorate.
Coordinate events and facilitate thematic communities of practice events in the region and across the MSF.
Conduct and facilitate collection, analysis and updating lessons and best practices from MSF missions in the region.
Contribute and update the Unit’s database.
Participate in organizing annual operation research events including the Annual Nairobi Anthropology Forum, MSF Scientific Day, Epicenters among others.

Partnership, collaboration, and representation

In collaboration with the Anthropology Unit Lead, Training and Learning Unit and other peers in the MSF movement, develop/review training modules, and plan and facilitate effective health promotion and access.
Conduct targeted participatory training and on-the-job training to enhance multicultural competence in our health service delivery sites.
Facilitate training in multicultural competence and research ethics for internal and external partners.
Map and profile relevant stakeholders in medical anthropology applied to the humanitarian context.
Facilitate linkages and engagement with partners to share capacity, capability, and experience pertaining to humanitarian and emergency medical services in the region.
Liaise with peers and actively participate in meetings at relevant humanitarian forum including the MSF Intersection/social science and operational research forums, technical working groups and Forums at the regional level.

Other Responsibilities

Propose and initiate innovative operational research projects.
Translation of research Findings into Actionable policy or intervention briefs for field teams.

Qualifications

Education

A Bachelor’s degree in Medical Anthropology, Social Anthropology, Human Ecology, Sociology, Social Work, or any culture-related fields from a recognized institution.
A Master’s degree in medical Anthropology, Social Anthropology, Human Ecology, Sociology, Social Work, or any culture-related fields from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
Membership in a relevant professional body, think tank or community of practice is desirable.
In-depth understanding of health-seeking and promotion models and practices in the regional and local context, dynamics, and socio-cultural medical barriers.
Understanding of humanitarian and emergency health service delivery and ethics.
Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of French and a third language is an added advantage.

Experience

At least five (5) years of non-profit NGO work experience within public/emergency health contexts.
Experience working with the humanitarian organization, UNDSS, INSO, INGO forum and similar institutions is an added advantage.
Experience as a field researcher, ethnographer, trainer or in public health is an added advantage.

Competencies

Technical Competencies

Demonstrated capabilities in planning, organizing, and executing health-related operational research, and behavior change interventions.
Ability to develop, implement, facilitate, and impart learning.
Ability to provide clear, dynamic briefings and analysis of given and unfolding medical and social contexts, situations and needs as they emerge.
Ability to design and facilitate training engagements with staff and partners to enhance skills and adapt to changing program demands.
Ability to lead and coordinate field research teams and provide training in qualitative methods for diverse teams.

Behavioral/General Competencies

Excellent relationship-building, interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively represent MSF at forums and with external stakeholders.
Ability to form and maintain relationships and working partnerships with multiculturally diverse teams and communities.
Good oral and written communication skills, with the ability to express ideas and concepts clearly and persuasively with senior internal and external stakeholders.
Commitment to MSF’s Principles.
Strategic thinking and complexity awareness.
Critical and reflexive objectivity.
Initiative and Innovation.
Contextual analyses, awareness, and adaptation.

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November 2, 2024
Regional Humanitarian Affairs Adviser(Temporary) Finance Technical Support

REPONSIBILITIES AND MAIN FUNCTIONS
Contribute to the understanding and analysis of humanitarian crises and support the Cell and Mission to identify key priorities for MSF positioning, engagement, and advocacy. Specifically looking at:

The main drivers of crises in the contexts in which MSF is working, the consequences on the population and the level of humanitarian response;

Challenges to humanitarian space and to an effective humanitarian response
Reduction of humanitarian space, access to populations/populations’, access to services, IHL and humanitarian principles respect.
Environmental and contextual issues challenging effective and comprehensive humanitarian response.

Identifying issues that require MSF positioning and advocacy at local, national or international level, and advise how they might be framed, evidenced and implemented
Contributing to the cell discussions on security and provide advice on humanitarian negotiations with the different parties (NSAGs, authorities, communities, etc)

Provide targeted support to MSF missions and field teams to develop strategies and tools for humanitarian affairs and advocacy on specific topics:

Support MSF missions and field teams with the development and implementation of engagement and advocacy strategies as needed, working in close collaboration with the Cell, Heads of Mission, and field teams
Provide technical line management and support to Humanitarian Affairs Officer/Advocacy Managers in the field and work closely with them to define priorities and ensure smooth implementation
Key dossiers will include access and security, attacks on healthcare, and emergency preparedness and response (e.g. malnutrition, displacement)

Support Cell 5 desk with regional networking and engagement

Liaising with Humanitarian Affairs colleagues in other sections, plus HRT representative in Nairobi
Maintaining and building external contacts with NGOs, UN, think tanks, analysts, and other relevant organizations in Nairobi and beyond.

SELECTION CRITERIA
Education & Experience

Academic background at Masters’ level (in a relevant subject such as social/political sciences, law, gender studies, protection) is desirable
Strong writing skills and excellent research / analytical skills
Field humanitarian experience in contexts of conflict, displacement, resource-poor environments is essential;
Good understanding of current humanitarian debates and dilemmas of modern humanitarian interventions;
Proven experience supporting operational field teams to design and implement engagement/advocacy strategies to support humanitarian operations
Experience of protection programming is desirable
Previous MSF experience is highly desirable;
Languages: English mandatory
Essential computer literacy (database design/analysis, MS package, and internet-based research)

CONDITIONS

Position based in the MSF OCBA HQ of Nairobi (Nairobi Branch Office)
Duration: interim (maternity cover)
Full time job.
Annual gross salary: Salary scale HQ-4C – 42,514 € based on a fulltime appointment + Secondary benefits based on MSF OCBA Reward Policy
Global benefit package includes school fee benefit/support for dependents and other allowances ranging between EUR 620-1159/month based on individual & administrative status.
Other benefits include: 25 days of annual leave, Employer Pension contribution, Relocation support for non-Kenyan residents etc based on MSF EA terms/conditions.
Starting Date: As soon as possible

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November 2, 2024
Communication Advisor – Cell 5

MAIN FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSABILITIES

The CA core role is to advise the Operations staff on strategic communications based on a good understanding of the context of countries within their portfolio, MSF’s operations and the dynamics of the communications environment relevant to the portfolio. The CA guides and supports field communication teams who are working closely with missions in developing & implementing communication strategies and plans aimed at achieving operational priorities and objectives. S/he also supports field communication teams in addressing communication needs and requests relayed from the MSF movement. And s/he contributes to achieving MSF’s social mission of bearing witness (temoignage) and speaking out outlined in our strategic communication orientations.

Communications Strategy

Together with the team in the cell unit and, jointly with the field coms teams working with the missions, assesses communication needs and priorities in order to advise and support in defining and designing a communication strategy and plan of activities to meet the objectives for each country/project;
Advises and works with the cell, the mission and advocacy/humanitarian affairs colleagues, as needed, on MSF’s public positioning linked to the operations and to the issues identified as priorities where we operate; contributing to bearing witness (temoignage), drawing attention, alerting, mobilizing and/or denouncing on situations and conditions of populations we are assisting, as well as to ensure transparency and accountability towards our different stakeholders at local, regional and global levels
Works closely with the operational colleagues at both HQ and field levels to define the communication objectives and messaging and based on the targeted audience, propose the most optimum way in terms of format and channel to ensure the relevance and impact of the communication;
Advises and supports field communication teams in implementing and assessing impact of communications strategies;
Works closely with the OCBA Digital Advisor for operational communications to ensure operations and field communications teams engage in proper analysis of digital needs and integrate them in the overall communication strategies and plans as well as properly equip them to address these specific needs;
Coordinates with CAs from other Operational Centers covering the same portfolio of countries to inform and understand each other’s priorities, strategies and plans, collaborate when possible on joint initiatives and enable intersectional field communication resources to implement our respective activities;
Works in collaboration with Advocacy Managers/Humanitarian Affairs Officers (HAOs), members of OCBA’s reflection and analysis team (ARHP) to support advocacy efforts on topics and issues at stake in the countries covered according to the needs;
Works in collaboration with the communications hubs based in the region to identify opportunities of media and digital engagement at international, regional and local levels and reinforce overall the implementation and impact of the communication strategies defined for the countries in the region.

Communication Assessment, Monitoring, Analysis & Reporting

Ensures with the support of the field communication resources, digital advisor and regional communication hubs as needed that the communication landscape (traditional and digital) is integrated in the context analysis of the country and is regularly updated (through the country communication framework, digital assessments);
Ensures with the support of the field communication resources and digital advisor that monitoring is in place and is relayed to the operational colleagues;
Keeps abreast of the public discourse, debates, narratives around the countries/projects/issues of the portfolio to advise Operations on opportunities for public positioning that would contribute to achieving operational objectives;
Contributes to assessing risks identified by operations and advises on the role and potential impact of public positioning in mitigating those risks;
Follows and analyzes the changing communications environment particularly on audience, segmentation, consumption of media, tools, timing, platforms, dissemination, etc.
Supports field communication teams in assessing and reporting back on impact of coms initiatives by engaging relevant regional communication hubs, partner sections, IO depending on the targeted audience to gather their respective feedback;
Overall contributes to reporting on OCBA’s operational communication unit’s goals and metrics linked to OCBA’s strategic orientations.

Media management

Advises and supports field coms teams in their media dissemination strategies including identification and segmentation of audience, deciding on choices of channels and types of content, as well as engaging relevant colleagues in the movement to optimize impact of communications. This includes proactively connecting the field and the region-based communications hubs as well as partner sections to maximize impact of the communication.
Maintaining a network of media representatives following their relevant contexts and issues and facilitating exchanges between them and cell/field colleagues;
Identify partnership opportunities with media in collaboration with MSF Spain’s media unit and that of other partner sections or regional hubs for communication initiatives (production and dissemination);
Supports, facilitates and manages as needed with the field communication teams direct media requests and those from the movement, including field visits;
Closely monitors the way contextual evolutions/MSF operations are reported in the media for each country/project to alert Operations and other CAs anytime an issue might/has come out in the media and provide guidance on how to handle it, together with Field Communications.

Crisis Management

Provides strategic advice to the desk and supports field coms teams in ensuring monitoring is in place, coms strategies (incl. scenarios, coms responses) are in place and relevant material is produced and shared for both internal and external communication;
Acts as a key member of crisis incident management team when put in place;
Contributes to crisis management related reviews and trainings

Field operations & communications support

Provides direct comms support through regular field assignments to the projects as needed (emergency, priority dossier, gap-filling…) and, together with the Field Communications resources (if in place), carry out field visits to assess communication needs, better understand the communications/media environment, define communication priorities with the field and coordination teams and support in developing key documents and material (e.g. a Country Communications Framework).
Briefs and debriefs expatriates going to/from the field about MSF´s communications practices, guidelines, expectations and activities;
Participates in the conception, preparation and implementation of communication training modules for both field operations and communications staff;
Provides media/communications training to key spokespeople in the field and conduct information sessions on the role of communications to local staff, if Field Communications staff is not in place;
Supports recruitment of Field Communications staff and provides induction about MSF’s communications practices, guidelines, expectations and activities;
Advises and supports field coms teams by establishing concrete objectives, assisting them in prioritizing their workload, providing guidance and training, conducting appraisals & debriefings at the end of their assignment as well as supporting them in the implementation of their work as outlined in the earlier points;

Content Production

Oversees the production of communications materials gathered by field communication resources or directly by him/her (from field assignment), for the various audiences and channels targeted;
Ensures that communications initiatives are made with proper preparation, implementation and dissemination (e.g. communication initiative framework, dissemination strategy, etc.) by engaging relevant colleagues (Creative Content Unit, relevant regional hubs or partner sections);
Ensures that communications strategies, action plans and materials, including those created by Field Communications teams, are consistent and compliant with MSF´s identity, as well as diversity, equity and inclusion guidelines and ethical standards;
Works closely with the Creative Content Unit, relevant regional comms hubs or potential external partners, to jointly define and develop creative projects on OCBA’s operational comms priorities;
Contributes to- content for various MSF internal and external publications, such as the annual International Activity Report, newsletters, etc.;
As needed, and in close coordination with Creative Content Unit and field comms teams, occasionally collects material (stories, digital content, photos, videos, etc.) and contributes to the production of content for external dissemination.

Coordination, Back up & On call

Participates in the relevant cell and operational meetings as needed;
Participates and engages regularly with other communication colleagues from other sections covering same portfolio (regular calls, meetings);
Participates in the regular operational communication team and wider communication department meetings;
Meets regularly and coordinates production of content with members of the Creative Content Unit;
Covers temporarily for other team members or upon request of the Head of Operational Communication on other countries or topics;
S/he is “on-call” for emergency communications some weekends and evenings.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Degree in communications, journalism, political science or other related degrees;
Minimum four years of professional experience in communications/ advocacy/ humanitarian affairs with an international NGO;
Knowledge and understanding of the media landscape internationally and regionally;
Proven skills and experience in digital engagement and social media;
Field experience with MSF or another humanitarian organization – highly desirable;
Direct experience and knowledge of the region of the portfolio and its different political/humanitarian stakes;
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading in English / French and main language of the region. Knowledge of other languages of the region is an asset;
Good understanding of humanitarian interventions, their principles and ethics;
Track record of developing successful communication strategies;
Experience in production of communications tools (written, digital and multimedia);
Ability to analyze and synthesize complex and sensitive material accurately to produce content.

Others

Ability to handle a large volume of work and know how to prioritize ongoing vs. immediate needs appropriately;
Strong capacity to deal with stress and short deadlines;
Availability to travel to unstable contexts with very short notice;
Possibly spends around 20-30% of his/her annual working time in the field.

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November 2, 2024
Logistics Supervisor Medical Coordinator Support

Main Purpose

Supervising the daily logistics activities and providing maintenance to the MSF equipment, facilities, and infrastructures, according to MSF standards and protocols in order to maintain the facilities in perfect condition and collaborate in the development of the mission.

Accountabilities

Monitoring maintenance activities of infrastructures, management of non-medical stocks and equipment according to MSF standards
Ensuring the check and follow-up of facilities under the line manager’s supervision through daily visits to the facilities and reporting any anomalies or problems, evaluation of the rehabilitation needs and following up minor building rehabilitation work according to supervisor’s instructions; checking that premises observe security norms and monitoring the consumption of mechanical and electrical vehicles/machines/devices
Planning together with the line manager the required checks and maintenance activities of energy systems/set-up according to MSF standards
Coordinating and leading the logistics team under his/her responsibility which includes daily supervision, monitoring of the quality of work and the definition of each person’s task, drawing up their working schedules; organizing and leading team meetings; participating in the recruitment of team personnel and attending logistics meetings and accounting for his activities
Ensuring the vehicle fleet maintenance which includes planning and overseeing timely preventive and curative maintenance of all project vehicles according to MSF standards and Instructing and monitoring drivers on correct driving habits and standard checks
Managing and following up orders which includes collecting logistics orders coming from different departments or health facilities; drawing up and following up orders according to the procedures in force; providing technical support to the storekeeper, makes local purchases according to MSF supply procedures and ensuring reception conditions of freight or arriving material as well as the organization and setting up of materials before its shipment
Management of fleet at coordination including the liaison with JMW. In addition to that, I act as a focal point for the mission fleet to ensure all files and documents are up to date
The focal point for Log department supply activities in collaboration with SKID.
General facilities management of all the premises in Nairobi (1 OFF + 8 GHs)
Partial Gap covering other technical managers in Logistics coordination.
Support the projects in Gaps covering LS and LM.
Management of the security guards and acting as a focal point with the security company
Ensure the regular update of TMS at the mission level.
Create a Mission data base for all service providers that we are engaging at the mission level with yearly appraisal of their performance
Any additional tasks delegated by the line manager.

Requirements
Education

Essential: Bachelor’s or Diploma in Logistics. Any formal technical training in the logistics family would have an added value

Experience

Essential: Minimum 2 years of working experience in a similar position. At least one year of experience within the MSF logistics department is desirable.

Languages

Essential :English & Swahili
Desirable: Somali language

Knowledge

Essential: Computer proficiency in MS Excel and Word

Competencies

Results and quality orientation, teamwork and cooperation, behavioral flexibility, commitment to MSF principles, and Stress Management

Application deadline: 27th October 2023

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November 2, 2024
Logistics Manager for the Cell Located in Nairobi

Main responsibilities / Activities:
As a team member:

To participate in the definition of the objectives of the programs of the portfolio
To be involved in the transversal programs
To be in touch with the other MSF sections for local information sharing and good practices

As a manager

Direct management of the East Africa logistics and IT RTRs team (6 people)

To be in responsible for application of logistics policies and processes with the fields :

To distribute the information of the logistics policies and processes to all areas of MSF intervention within his/her perimeter of responsibility
To inform the cell of the technical and supply challenges

To be in charge of the logistics and supply for the countries followed by the cell:

To propose non-medical programs (construction, shelters, food, NFI, Watsan, etc)
To provide transparency on the technical constraints of the job that could affect the operations
To motivate the support teams (supply and technical) and to assure that the support is relevant with the countries’ contexts, including for the IT and in collaboration with the IT department
To assure adequate support as needed, via field visits or with the help of referents

To participate to the security management and the reduction of the risks on the field:

To participate to the risk analyses and to follow the mission contexts
To provide the follow-up tools in case of security incidents and to help follow any security incident
To participate to the analysis of the security incident and to help the capitalization in the countries in his/her perimeter

To be responsible for the follow-up and the synthesis of the activity:

To follow and evaluate the logistics activities and to ensure the link with the operations
To implement and help animat MEMO software in the different countries
To provide logistics information in order to steer the activities
To evaluate and analyze the logistic activities (technical and supply) of the programs and missions
To provide this information to the logistics and supply departments
To participate to the budget definition and the revisions

Functional management of the field teams (log coordinators, construction coordinators, supply coordinators, technical and regional referents or any other ongoing project):

To supervise, advise and provide support to all the coordinators (log, supply, construction, Watsan…)
To participate to the orientation and evaluation of their positions and roles in collaboration with the head of mission, the validation committees, and participate in the evolution of their logistics careers
To ensure of the relevance between the logistic programming and the operational objectives
To provide advice on the team compositions and staffing
To identify and to follow-up national staff in the key programs of intervention and to work along with the HR to follow their careers (trainings, coaching, detachment, expatriation…)
To manage the technical and regional referents as hierarchical manager (recruitment, follow-up, evaluation…)

To share the skills and to capitalize on experiences:

To participate to the knowledge sharing, the distribution of the lessons learned, to write down the relevant logistics experiences in his/her perimeter
To follow and evaluate new tools or good practices among the missions
To participate to the trainings of the log teams on the field (international sessions)
To participate in the construction of a career path for the logisticians working in his/her perimeters and the identification of future managers
To identify and develop future logistic coordinators
To ensure the logistics and security briefings and debriefings of all staff
To balance the technical knowledge by providing internal or external trainings

Profile:
Experience:

Significative experience on the field as log coordinator in an NGO is required
Experience in a coordination role in an NGO is an asset
A previous experience with MSF OCP is an asset

Skills:

Basic technical knowledge in multiple logistics families (electricity, biomed, construction, mechanics…)
Demonstrated experience in project management
International supply and importation experience is an asset
Familiarity with the supply and logistics policies and tools in place in MSF-OCP is an asset
Skills in IT are necessary (office suite), specialized tools are an asset (CAD, ArcGIS…)

Requirements:

You have experience in negotiation.
You know how to adapt and work with different teams.
You are able to propose, discuss, and challenge ideas.
You have a very good aptitude to work with others.
You are autonomous and organized in your work.
You are very comfortable with stress management
You are able to analyze and synthesize.

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www.msf.fr

November 2, 2024