Medical Team Leader

MSF is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization. We are a non-profit, self-governed worldwide movement of more than 63,000 people.

We provide emergency medical assistance during armed conflict, natural disasters, outbreaks of deadly diseases and assist those who are excluded from healthcare. MSF delivers care based on need and when we see injustice, we speak out. We are an organization that remains impartial, knowledgeable, and effective, and this is what makes the difference between life and death.

People are our priority. At Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)/Artsen zonder Grenzen, we are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages and supports the diverse voices of our employees. We encourage diverse applicants including individuals of all gender identities, ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, social and marital status, people with different abilities and all other diversity characteristics and how they work together.

Medical Team Leader

Main Purpose

As a Medical Team Leader, you will participate in defining, planning and monitoring medical activities and programs in the project countries. As well as coordinating human and materials related resources that are needed in the project.

Generic Job Accountabilities

This job description provides a framework for the main responsibilities and primary activities of the position, it is not all-encompassing. Therefore, the responsibilities and activities of the position may differ from those described in this job description due to organizational and operational needs.

You will monitor and improve medical activities according to the MSF project plans, standards and protocols. More specifically, you will be responsible for medical data collection, analysis and reporting to the Medical Coordinator who is in the country's capital. You will participate in the development of the project policy, annual plan, project proposal, budget review and providing project reports to donors, while maintaining close connections with them as well. You will participate in exploratory missions, situation assessments and then use that information to define medical operational priorities when needed. This includes monitoring and ensuring compliance to MSF protocols while providing technical medical support to personnel through your medical knowledge. You will also coordinate, supervise, coach and support medical team members to improve the project's medical components. This includes human resources work, supervising field pharmacy and medical equipment, managing medical evacuations, and assisting the Medical Coordinator.

Candidate profile

A medical or paramedical degree, with at least 2 years of related work experience

A registered (para-) medical license

Experience in tropical medicine and/or public health, including areas such as infectious diseases, refugee healthcare, mother and childcare and/or disaster medicine

Experience working with MSF or a non-governmental organization working in unstable or conflict areas

Experience dealing with national authorities and donors

Computer literacy is required (Word, Excel, internet)

Excellent negotiation and communication skills

Flexible, with the ability to coordinate and prioritise

Experience in training, mentor and supervision of staff

A good command of the English language (minimum C1)

Availability of at least 12 months

Strong Assets

French or/and Arabic speaking

Recent clinical experience is preferred but not required (in combination with a current and valid license)

Specialisation or training in Tropical Medicine or related studies

Information and Application

If you recognise yourself in this profile and meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply directly via the Apply button on this page and upload the following documents:

Your most recent English CV not exceeding 3 pages

A cover letter explaining your motivation to work with MSF and your practical experience

A clear scan of your relevant diplomas and certificates

If you are interested and would like to have additional information, please contact Recruitment, .