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Position Title: Humanitarian Affairs Officer
Location: remote
Country: remote
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Job Posting Organization:
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as Doctors Without Borders, is an international humanitarian organization founded in 197

• MSF provides medical assistance to people affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters, or exclusion from healthcare. The organization operates in over 70 countries and employs thousands of staff members worldwide, including medical professionals, logistical experts, and administrative personnel. MSF's mission is to save lives and alleviate suffering, advocating for the rights of vulnerable populations and ensuring that medical care is provided based on need, regardless of race, religion, or political affiliation.

Job Overview:
The Humanitarian Affairs Officer plays a vital role in shaping the advocacy efforts of MSF, focusing on addressing humanitarian and human rights challenges faced by vulnerable communities. This position involves gathering and analyzing data on local and international contexts, particularly concerning security, medical, and humanitarian issues. The officer provides essential support to MSF's operations and is integral to the development of strategies that ensure effective collaboration with external stakeholders, facilitating access to affected communities. The role is diverse and impactful, requiring a proactive approach to advocacy and Coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Humanitarian Affairs Officer will be responsible for several key tasks, including: contributing to the development of humanitarian affairs activities by supporting the project’s Coordination Team; performing Data Collection and research on local and international contexts regarding security, medical, nutritional, and humanitarian issues; supporting the Head of Mission and Field Coordinators in data Analysis to optimize program and project responses; compiling regular updates on activities and plans of NGOs, the UN, ICRC, donors, and authorities to align MSF’s activities; collaborating with the Head of Mission, headquarters Operations Department, and other parties to develop a global strategy; defining and reviewing advocacy messages, tools, and lobbying strategies; maintaining working relationships with local authorities, NGOs, communities, and other stakeholders to improve access and coordination; organizing discussions, trainings, and briefings on human rights and humanitarian law for MSF staff; participating in the creation and updating of the country risk analysis; promoting and supporting advocacy activities at local, national, and international levels; and supervising humanitarian affairs staff in the project.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an essential degree in law, humanitarian affairs, political science, or a related field. A minimum of two years of experience in research, analysis, and advocacy is required, along with essential experience with MSF or other NGOs. Fluency in the mission language is mandatory, and candidates must demonstrate essential computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, and Internet usage.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a degree in law, humanitarian affairs, political science, or a related field. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of humanitarian issues and the legal frameworks that govern them.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of two years of relevant experience in research, analysis, and advocacy. Candidates should have essential experience working with MSF or other non-governmental organizations, which provides a solid understanding of the operational and advocacy landscape in humanitarian contexts.

Languages:
Fluency in the mission language is mandatory for this position. Additionally, knowledge of the local language is considered desirable, as it can enhance communication and collaboration with local stakeholders and communities.

Additional Notes:
This position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work location. The role is full-time and may involve international travel depending on the needs of the organization and the specific projects being undertaken. Candidates should be prepared for a dynamic work environment that requires strong teamwork skills, flexibility, and a commitment to humanitarian values. Stress management abilities are also essential, given the challenging nature of humanitarian work.