Project Manager at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for leading the process of designing the operational profile of MSF EA, this process includes:
• The definition of the roadmap (milestones),
• The production of all necessary documents related to the formal application of MSF EA to become operational;
• The definition of the operational model and structure of MSF EA;
• the definition of the Backoffice structure adapted to the operational model and structure;
• The definition of the operational model and structure of MSF EA;
• the definition of the Backoffice structure adapted to the operational model and structure;
• Responsible for setting and implementing internal and external engagement strategy related to the operationalization of MSF EA.
• Responsible for liaising with internal and external support unit or committees such as TIC Committee, International Secretariat and any other body or entity of interest.
• Responsible for the identification of resources required for a successful progress and implementation of the project.
• Responsible for the identification and management of the MSF EA operationalisation team.

KEY DIMENSIONS (NON-EXHAUSTIVE LIST)

• Responsible for keeping the link with the Strategic Plan review/extension process;
• Responsible for the organisation and administration of projects and related major events; 
• Responsible for organizing the content in relevant document in very close collaboration with the Consultant in charge of the content production;
• Responsible for internal and external engagements related to the operationalisation of MSF EA.
• Responsible for advising the management team (MT) on Key operational priorities and set up linked to existing/new units.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s in administration/International relations/communication or equivalent discipline
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a high level coordination and management position.
• High level of understanding of organizational issues.
• Experience in project management.
• MSF or similar iNGO experience is desirable.
• Excellent planner, organizer, coordinator and administrator 
• Excellent computer skills 
• Very good communication and representation/ networking abilities
• High level of integrity and sound judgement.
• Understanding of the MSF working environment is an asset.
• Excellent command of written & spoken English. Good command of French is an important asset. 
• Commitment to MSF values and Principles
• Eastern Africa Cross Cultural Awareness 
• Result and Quality Orientation.