ACTIVITIES
- Define and implement programs: respond to the needs of patients, participate in the intervention strategy, by providing concrete up-to-date information and sharing the perspective of the team in the capital. The project coordinator sets up the necessary procedures and resources to deliver effective programs.
- Monitor and assess programs: ensure that operational strategy is aligned with the resources deployed and the needs of patients.
- Support and supervise the team: organise the team's work, ensure they are aware of the challenges of the assignment and facilitate their participation in the momentum of the association.
- Manage human resources: make sure the personnel management policy is implemented.
- Security of teams: ensure adherence to security procedures set up by the coordination team and monitor the situation on the ground.
- Process information: represent the project team to the team in the capital and local authorities, and establish information flows between the project and the capital to ensure all information is properly understood.
- Network: develop and maintain a network of contacts, such as partners and authorities, in order to be able to take appropriate actions as situations evolve."
PROFILE REQUIREMENTS
- Compliance with all of the essential criteria for all potential candidates
- Minimum of three years recent experience working in international humanitarian or emergency organisations (NGOs), at least two years of which was in a project coordinator position
- Minimum of two assignments in two different contexts in humanitarian settings e.g. insecure contexts, emergency responses, hospital based activities
- Experience in managing relations with not only national authorities but also national and international partners (NGOs, United Nations, etc.)
- Strong understanding of Médecins Sans Frontières principles and programs and able to represent the organisation with both local and international counterparts
- Strong understanding of Médecins Sans Frontières’ medical activities and related issues (medical knowledge)
- Analytical, strategic thinking skills; capacity to develop an operational vision over the short and medium term (including ability to identify need for exploratory activities, development of new projects, project closures)
- Ability to take responsibility for delegated security management
- Strong negotiation/problem solving skills and a diplomatic approach
- Strong HR management experience in supervising, managing/coaching and training a team with more than 10 staff members
- Positive public communication skills (presentation, meetings, etc.)
- Availability to work for a minimum of 12 months
DESIRABLE
- Public health background/knowledge
- Previous experience in an international medical organisation
- Good understanding of current humanitarian issues and debates