Algeria: Head of Mission

Responsibilities

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  Defines the mission operational strategy in partnership with the Operational Cell in Brussels and the Coordination team.

  
  


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  Represents MSF at a national level and is responsible for the development of a communication policy within the host country.

  
  


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  Is responsible for coordinating the effective implementation of all projects in his/her country area.

  
  


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  Has the final responsibility for all policy and management aspects of MSF in the mission (administration, logistics, finances, human resources, and MSF association).

  
  


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  Has ultimate responsibility for all security aspects of the mission.

  
  


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  Provides coaching and support to the capital Coordination team and Field Coordinators

  
  

Requirements

Education

• University degree. Particularly in international relations, public health or law is a plus.

Experience

• At least two years in senior management positions in humanitarian aid.


• Confirmed MSF experience in a similar position compulsory

Competencies

· Leadership

· People management

· Security management

· Strategic Vision

· Ability to network

Languages

• French: level B2 min.


• English : level B2 min.


• Arabic: level B1 min.

Conditions

• One year fixed-term field contract (extendable)


• Salary according to MSF-OCB Field salary scale. Transport, accommodation, vaccination are taken in charge by MSF. Per diem + medical insurance


• Expected starting date: End of March 2016