Deputy Project Coordinator – NIMERT needed at Medecins Sans Frontieres

Main Purpose

• The Project Coordinator (PC) delegates ad hoc some responsibilities to the Deputy Project Coordinator according to objective criteria taking into consideration sustainability in the treatment of the different dossiers.
• In general terms, the Deputy Project Coordinator will assist the PC in planning project’s objectives and priorities, by identifying the population’s health needs, analyzing the context, risks, and constraints, and by calculating human and financial resources needed.
• He/she will contribute to the supervision, monitoring, and follow-up together with the PC of all aspects of the projects to ensure its efficient and smooth functioning.
• He/she will replace the Project Coordinator in his/her absence.

Job Description

• Contribute to the analysis of the political, humanitarian, economic and social context in project area in order ensure that MSF’s charter, policies, and image are respected with regards to national employees, populations, authorities, and partners.
• Contributes to the planning, supervision, monitoring, and follow-up, together with the PC, of all aspects of the projects, according to the project plan, MSF operational policy and main strategic lines.
• Participate in the security management in the project, updating the security guidelines.
• Upon request of the PC, represents MSF within the project limits (local authorities, media, governmental and non-governmental bodies, etc.) and negotiates collaboration agreements. Legal representation is not delegable unless legally backed up (powers of attorney, etc.)
• Support the PC in planning and organizing project’s human resources, participate in their day-to-day management, in the induction of new staff, undertake evaluation of staff under his/her direct supervision and define training needs accordingly.
• Participate in exploratory missions according to the PC’s indications, to better comprehend context, priorities, constraints, and population needs.

Requirements

• Education: Desirable Degree in Project Management or HR Management
• Experience: Essential previous experience of at least two years required in the field of humanitarian aid with MSF or other NGOs.
• Language: Essential English and Local languages are desirable
• Knowledge: Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet)
• Competencies: Strategic vision, Leadership, People Management, Planning, Teamwork.

Remuneration
As per MSF salary scale (National contract).