Campaign Project Manager at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)

OBJECTIVES OF THE POSITION

The Campaign Project Manager will coordinate the development and implementation of an advocacy and public-facing campaign strategy to bring down the price of a diagnostic medical device, relevant for MSF operations. The successful applicant will project manage a committed core team, with communications, policy, and technical colleagues. The role will be responsible for the design and implementation of the advocacy and public-facing campaign activities.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Develop a robust strategy, timeline and select appropriate tools to facilitate a regional and country-level campaign;
•  Coordinate and oversee the advocacy and public-facing campaign project plan with relevant MSF teams and implement campaigning elements, narratives and messages, tactics and communication materials to support both global and country-level objectives;
•  In collaboration with the Communications Team, develop key messages, framing language and campaign materials;
•  Support the collection and analysis of data (briefing papers, talking points, reports etc.) to inform operational positioning and advocacy efforts in country;
•  Coordinate and oversee the regular outreach to advocacy colleagues throughout the MSF movement, in close collaboration with the Communications Team’s outreach to MSF communications colleagues;
•  Coordinate outreach to other civil society groups to enhance engagement and build coalitions;
•  Support the campaign’s resource planning, including HR and budgetary requirements; and
•  Monitor the campaign’s achievement of objectives within the scope, budget and agreed timelines.

Job requirements

•  Commitment to MSF principles;
•  Degree in communications, political science, social science or equivalent;
•  At least 5 years of experience in developing and executing advocacy strategies and public-facing campaigns, preferably at global level, in the not-for-profit sector;
•  Strategic thinking and planning ability; demonstrated track record of problem-solving/seeking solutions to challenges;
•  Demonstrated project management experience and knowledge;• Strong facilitation skills and excellent organizational skills;
•  Excellent oral and written communication skills;
•  Proficiency in English;
•  Ability to work cooperatively in a cross-cultural setting with long-distance working relationships;
•  Capacity to work autonomously; and
• Experience liaising with members of governments, pharmaceutical companies, NGOs, and/or multi-lateral organizations an asset.

deadline to apply: 26.02.2023