Latest Vacancies at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) - Holland

Location: Makurdi, Benue
Employment Type: Contract
Job Type: Definite Contract (12 Months)

Main Objective and Responsibility of the Position

• Contribute to the development of humanitarian affairs activities in the Mission by supporting the Management Coordination Team in the analysis of context, humanitarian situation, and security and in the definition of advocacy strategies, according to MSF policies and values, in order to improve the humanitarian and human rights situation among population.

Generic Job Accountabilities

• Perform data collection and research concerning local and international context, with regards to security, medical, nutritional and humanitarian issues, in order to provide reliable information for further decision-making.
• Support the Head of Mission and field coordinators in the analysis of the data collected, in order to better orientate the programmes and projects, to provide an optimal response to population needs.
• Compile regular updates of the ongoing (inter-)national activities and plans of NGO’s, UN, ICRC, donors, authorities and other actors on lobby, policy and operational plans and initiatives in order to adequate MSF ’s activities and objectives.
• Collaborate with the HoM, the Operational/Humanitarian Affairs Department at HQ and other relevant parties to develop a coherent global strategy, in order to address the humanitarian situation.
• Define and review messages, tools, lobbying activities and other advocacy action plans and strategies, in order to raise all humanitarian issues in the mission and seek assistance and protection to affected population.
• Ensure smooth working relationship with local authorities, other NGO’s, local communities and other factors, in order to facilitate MSF teams a better access to the population and improve MSF activities’ coordination with third parties.
• Organize discussions, trainings, briefings, etc. about human rights and humanitarian law issues and current and future advocacy activities, in order to raise awareness of MSF staff regarding these matters.
• Participates in the elaboration and updating of the Country Risk Analysis
• Promotes and assists in the implementation of advocacy activities locally, nationally and internationally.
• Supervises humanitarian affairs related staff in the Mission.

MSF Section / Context Specific Accountabilities:

• In coordination with Project Coordinator (PC) Assistant, supports the project in understanding the context in Benue and monitors humanitarian needs and contextual developments including but not limited to violence, crime, political changes, social movements, and economics in neighbouring in Middle Belt/North Central states (mainly Taraba, Kogi, Nasarawa, and Plateau).
• Working with the PC, PC Assistant, and Medical Team Leader, builds and maintains an understanding and network of humanitarian actors and government actors involved in response (SEMA, MoH, etc.) in Benue and neighboring states. Maintains an actor mapping tool for those states.
• Participates in coordination and bilateral meetings with other actors (upon delegation by PC and coordinated with the PC Assistant). Is prepared to represent MSF, including explaining MSF, its principles, and mission and project activities in Nigeria.
• Participates in exploratory and networking trips in Benue and neighboring Middle Belt states to conduct humanitarian needs assessments.
• Working with the mission Advocacy Manager, the PC and the medical team, collects and analyzes data related to humanitarian needs and service provision. Be prepared to lead information gathering efforts and to collect targeted data including testimonies. Contributes to the drafting and updating of advocacy and communications products based on evidence collected.
• Working with the PC and the medical team, ensures mapping of organisations and gaps in the provision of SGBV care and protection, looks into partnerships and networks with relevant stakeholders and implements advocacy activities for improved comprehensive survivor-centered care and access to protection services.
• Working with the PC Assistant and PC, monitors, reports and ensures analysis and follow-up of red flag situations.
• Availability for emergencies
• The job may require frequent travel within the project area and include longer stays in neighboring Middle Belt states.

Requirements (Qualifications / Experience / Knowledge)
To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:

• Essential Degree in Law, Humanitarian affairs, Political Sciences or related University Degree.
• A Master’s (MSc) Degree in one of the above-mentioned fields is desired.

Experience:

• Essential previous working experience of at least two years in research, analysis and advocacy.
• Essential experience with MSF or other NGOs.
• Desirable working experience in developing countries
• Previous experience engaging with stakeholders (e.g., UN, government agencies, NGOs) essential.
• Experience in qualitative data collection and working with persons of concern, desirable.

Languages:

• Mission language essential. Local language desirable.
• Spoken Tiv required. Other regional languages would be an asset.

Knowledge:

• Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet).
• Knowledge of the humanitarian sector essential.
• Knowledge of the context in Benue and Middle Belt states desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Excellent research/analytical skills, First-rate writing skills, Strong communication and interpersonal skills, Proactive and solution-oriented.

Competences:

• Stress Management, Commitment to MSF principles, Behavioural Flexibility, Stress Management, Results & Quality Orientation, Teamwork & Cooperation.

Note: This job description may be amended in line with the activities or evolution of the Mission.

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Job Code: LC00601
Location: Abuja, with frequent visits to field offices
Working Hours: 208 working hours per month
Contract Period: 6 months (With possibility of extension) 
Level: 12

Main Purpose

• Supporting the Logistics Coordinator through delegated tasks and responsibilities, replacing him/her in his/her absence and participating and collaborating in the implementation of strategies and support to the field in accordance with MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to enable the development of the mission and optimize the impact of the medical projects

Job Description

• Participate actively in defining and monitoring of annual project planning and budgets and the Emergency Preparation Plan.
• Define, monitor, evaluate and ensure implementation of the strategies and activities in the mission of the as it relates to the following tasks-  o  Construction and rehabilitation, transport, ICT, communications, vehicles and engines, equipment, installations and infrastructures, etc. Including the installation and maintenance of functional office space(s) and lodging facilities, proper use and maintenance of IT computers, soft wares, backups, communication tools etc,  Stock and supply of medical and non-medical materials, Water, health and sanitation activities
• Plan, supervise and implement in close coordination with the HR Coordinator, the associated processes (recruitment, training, briefing/debriefing, performance evaluation, detection of potential, development and internal communication) of  staff under his/her responsibility  
• Ensure technical support to his/her team as well as to all other teams in the mission
• Define and monitor the technical aspects of MSF risk reduction policy, transport, communication, protection, security policy and guidelines, evacuation plan and contingency plan. perform day-to day monitoring of the security situations and reporting to the HoM on foreseen challenges  
• Recommend in collaboration with the Coordination Team (Medical Coordinator and Logistics Coordinator), the Cell, the WHS unit and the Field Coordinators, WHS strategies and activities for the  mission
• Monitor and ensure the correct management of the logistical technical families (energy, cold chain, biomed, construction, watsan) in the mission  
• Performing tasks delegated by the Logistics Coordinator, as specified in his/her job description.  

Requirements

• Education: Essential technical / Logistics Degree / Diploma
• Experience: Essential working experience of at least 4 years in relevant jobs, experience with MSF or other NGOs in developing countries
• Language: Mission language essential.
• Knowledge: Computer literacy.

Gross Monthly Salary
According to MSF National Salary Scale.