Join MSF's Ebola Response Pool

We are currently seeking experienced and committed professionals to join MSF's Ebola Response Pool and support emergency response efforts in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). If you want to apply to our regular pool, (not only emergency for Ebola, apply here)

We are looking for candidates who are available to undertake multiple deployments over the next 6 to 8 months. Current rotations are eight weeks, followed by a 21-day monitoring period at home.

We are particularly seeking:

• Water and Sanitation Managers

• Energy Managers (Electricians)

• Recruiters

• Project HR and Finance Managers

• Supply Chain Managers

• Nurses

• Medical Doctors

• Pharmacy Managers

• Clinical Psychologists/Mental Health Specialists

The ideal candidates combine strong technical expertise, an emergency response mindset, leadership potential, and a deep commitment to humanitarian values. See the requirement for each role below.

General requirements for all Ebola Response Pool candidates

Requirements

• Strong emergency response mindset

• Commitment to humanitarian principles and values

• High level of adaptability and problem-solving ability

• French language proficiency at B1 level or higher

Desirable

• Previous Ebola outbreak response experience

• Previous humanitarian or NGO experience

• International work experience

• Willingness to undertake multiple future missions with MSF

Emergency Water and Sanitation Manager

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Engineering or relevant technical field

• At least six months of hands-on experience in WASH activities (water systems and sanitation)

• French language proficiency at B1 level or higher

• Availability for a minimum of six months

Desirable

• Experience in emergency or outbreak settings (such as cholera or Ebola responses)

• Commitment to future missions with MSF

We particularly welcome applications from women, who are currently underrepresented in this field.

Recruiter

Please note that this profile is not currently published on our website. We will shortly publish more information about this role.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Human Resource Management, Administration, or a related field

• At least two years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools, including SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook

• French language proficiency at B1 level or higher

• Availability for a minimum of six months

Desirable

• Experience in the humanitarian or NGO sector

• Commitment to future missions with MSF

Emergency Energy Manager (Electrician)

Please note that this profile is not currently published on our website. We will shortly publish more information about this role.

Requirements

• Electrician diploma or recognised formal vocational training

• Minimum of two years' professional experience as an electrician

• Fluent English (C1) and working proficiency in French or Spanish

• Availability for a minimum of six months

Desirable

• Experience in the humanitarian or NGO sector

• Commitment to future missions with MSF

We particularly welcome applications from women, who are currently underrepresented in this field.

Emergency Project HR and Finance Manager

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field

• At least two years of relevant professional experience in HR, administration, or finance management

• French language proficiency at B1 level or higher

• Strong computer skills, including Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook

• Availability for a minimum of six months

Desirable

• Previous NGO or humanitarian sector experience

• Commitment to future missions with MSF

Emergency Supply Chain Manager

Requirements

• Relevant degree; specialization in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is an asset

• Minimum of two years of experience in supply chain management

• French language proficiency at B1 level or higher

• Strong computer literacy

Desirable

• Previous NGO or humanitarian experience

• Strong management and coordination skills

• Commitment to future missions with MSF

We particularly encourage women to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in this field.

Nurse

Requirements

• Nursing degree (minimum three years of study)

• At least two years of professional nursing experience in infection prevention and control (IPC) and infectious diseases

• Experience working with an NGO in contexts similar to those of MSF

• Strong French language skills (B1/B2)

• Availability for 10 weeks

Desirable

• Experience in Ebola or other viral haemorrhagic fever responses

• Experience in Ebola Treatment Centres or similar facilities

• Previous team management experience

Medical Doctor

Requirements

• Medical degree with valid medical registration in Sweden or Finland and completion of AT (or equivalent internship requirements)

• Minimum of two years of professional experience in infectious diseases

• Experience in Ebola or other haemorrhagic fever outbreak responses

• Strong French language skills (B1/B2)

• Availability for 10 weeks

Desirable

• Team management experience

• Experience establishing or managing Ebola Treatment Centres or equivalent facilities

• Experience working in emergency interventions

Emergency Pharmacy Manager

Requirements

• Degree in Pharmacy (Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Pharmacist qualification)

• Previous INGO experience or experience working in low-resource settings is essential

• At least two years of professional pharmacy experience, preferably in a hospital pharmacy setting

• French language proficiency at B1 level or higher

• Availability for 10 weeks

Desirable

• Previous Ebola response experience

• Experience working in emergency interventions

Emergency Clinical Psychologist / Mental Health Specialist

Requirements

• Degree in Psychology or specialist qualification in Psychiatry, with completed PTP or equivalent professional registration requirements

• Experience working in humanitarian interventions and psychological stress management

• Fluent French (C1)

• Availability for a minimum of three months

Desirable

• Previous Ebola response experience

• Experience working in high-mortality or emergency response settings

How to Apply

Please submit your CV in English, your motivational letter with why you want to work for MSF. You will also be asked to answer questions regarding your availability, language skills etc.

Your humanitarian motivation and understanding of MSF's principles and values will be assessed alongside your professional qualifications and experience.