MEDICAL ACTIVITY MANAGER (BASED IN ONE OF OUR COUNTRY PROGRAMMES IN AFRICA, ASIA OR SOUTH AMERICA)

GENERAL CONTEXT

Médecins Sans Frontières is an international independent medical-humanitarian organization, which offers assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters and to victims of armed conflict, without discrimination and irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation. 

At its core, MSF is a civil society initiative, bringing together individuals committed to assisting other human beings in crisis. Each individual working with MSF does so out of conviction and is ready to uphold the values and principles of MSF. The global MSF movement is built around six operational directorates supported by more than 25 sections and offices worldwide. 

MAIN PURPOSE 

Defining, coordinating and monitoring the medical activities under his/her responsibility according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to ensure the delivery of quality medical care for patients and their communities as well as to improve the health condition of the target population.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND MAIN TASKS  

• Coordinating, assessing and supervising the proper functioning of the medical activities (HIV, TB STIs, SGBV, etc.), according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures and through the correct compilation and analysis of medical data regarding patients’ health conditions. 
• Participating in the definition of annual planning and budget for the project and in the follow up of the programs / project. Supervising and ensuring that medical activities objectives under his/her responsibility are achieved,  reporting to the technical referent any problem arising in the service  
• Checking all administrative procedures related to patients’ follow-up (individual card filling, registers, paper exit, discharge, transfers ...) are carried out correctly and according to MSF procedures.  
• Ensuring an efficient pharmacy management and monitoring the rational use of them. In coordination with the project biomedical service supervising the appropriate use of medical devices and anticipating future needs. Preparing the medical orders needed to implement the medical activities under his/her responsibility, and identifying and reporting to the line manager, non-medical support needs (material, infrastructure, transport, etc.) 
• Coordinating and monitoring the daily working plan of the team under his/her responsibility (absent personnel, vacations, tracking leaves ...). Participating in shifts and replaces a doctor, if necessary 
• Planning and supervising, in close coordination with the HR department, the associated processes (recruitment, training, performance evaluation, development and internal communication) of the staff under his/her responsibility in order to improve staff capabilities and to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required 
• Participating in the monthly reports according to guidelines (i.e. SitReps, medical statistical reports, etc.). 

SELECTION CRITERIA 

• Medical degree or paramedical qualification is required. Specialization or additional training in Tropical Medicine or a related field will be considered an asset.  
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience related to the candidate’s medical or paramedical qualification.  
• Previous field experience with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is required.  
• Fluency in both English and French (written and spoken) is required. Knowledge of additional languages will be considered an asset. 
• Good computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Internet applications.  
• Commitment to MSF’s principles and values, with the ability to work effectively in complex operational and humanitarian contexts. 

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Position based in one of our country programmes in Africa, Asia or South America.  
• Salary according to the MSF salary grid, plus secondary benefits in accordance with the MSF OCBA Reward Policy.  
• Minimum assignment duration: six months at project level.  
• Comprehensive onboarding and professional development opportunities within the organization.  
• The opportunity to contribute to our mission: saving lives, alleviating suffering, and providing assistance to the most vulnerable populations.  
• Starting date: second half of 2026. 

HOW TO APPLY  

• To apply, all candidates must submit their CV and cover letter. 
• Closing date: 19th July 2026, 23:59 CET (Central European Time) 

MSF is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, race, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to achieving a balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply. 

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. MSF provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo reference checks. 

Médecins Sans Frontières, as a responsible employer, under the¨Ley General de la Discapacidad de 2013 (LGD)¨ invite those persons with a recognized disability and with an interest in the humanitarian area to apply for the above-mentioned position.