Doctors Without Borders is looking for an Operational Logistics Referent (Emergency Cell; French-speaking)

Operational Logistics Referent (RLO) – Emergency Cell

Department: Humanitarian
Location: Genève, Suisse
Contract Type: Sur site

Description de l'offre d'emploi

Join MSF OCG as a Operational Logistics Referent (RLO) – Emergency Cell !
We are looking for passionate candidates ready to contribute to our humanitarian mission.
Below, you will find the job details and the qualifications we are looking for.

Inclusivity and Diversity at MSF

Do your qualifications and experience not exactly match all requirements of the job?
At MSF OCG, we are committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together to advance MSF's social mission and create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with.
We understand that some people may hesitate to apply for employment if they don't meet all listed job requirements. Research shows that this is especially true for women. If you believe your profile is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply even if you don’t fulfil every listed qualification.
We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, background, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.
MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment. All selected candidates will undergo reference checks.

Context & mission

Médecins Sans Frontières is an independent, international medical and humanitarian organization that provides care to people in need, people affected by natural or man-made disasters, and victims of armed conflict, without discrimination and without regard to race, religion, creed or political affiliation (MSF Charter).
The RLO is a logistics referent detached to operations to assist the emergency Cell team in all its mission support activities. Their primary role is that of a technical advisor, but their experience and understanding of operations make him a key member of the team, involved in the management of operations and, in particular, in overseeing security management during missions.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• As a member of the team, helps define objectives and operational strategy while ensuring technical and logistical feasibility.
• He collaborates with the Cell Supply Referent to ensure the smooth operation of mission supply.
• Oversees technical and logistical activities and ensures compliance with logistical fundamental.
• Anticipates the logistical and technical challenges that missions may face.
• Promotes and facilitates the implementation of technical activities aimed at improving the impact of medical programs on beneficiaries (EHA, distribution, construction, etc.)
• Validates the technical aspects of the risk reduction policy.
• He or she is responsible for ensuring the availability, implementation, and management of all necessary technical and logistical resources, as well as the associated human resources. He or she ensures compliance with non-medical technical policies and quality standards, as well as the availability and reliability of articles and systems.
• In support of RP and ARP, contributes to the analysis, monitoring, and implementation of security and risk mitigation measures.
• Defines the objectives for the emergency response pool’s logistics teams and assists with their recruitment.
• Is responsible for defining EPREP logistics strategies in line with operational objectives, as well as for managing the MSF Logistics emergency stock in Bordeaux, Dubai, and Kampala.

Your profile

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent. Technical training is a plus
• Experience in technical project management and leadership
• Extensive experience as a Logistics Coordinator, including several assignments in emergency situations

Experience

• At least 3 years of experience working with MSF in logistics management or coordination roles.
• Experience as a Head of Mission, field coordinator, or emergency coordinator is strongly recommended
• Several successful experiences in OCG emergency logistics.
• One or more experiences in the initial phases of missions or emergency projects.
• Extensive knowledge of epidemic response mechanisms; population movements; and surgical and trauma care activities.
• Mastery of MSF OCG tools.
• Strong knowledge of MSF logistique.
• Mastery of logistics fundamentals.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of MSF Switzerland. Fluency in both English and French is required for this position (oral and written).
• Spanish is a plus

Skills/ Technical competencies

• Strong capacity to analyze emergency situations and propose logistics strategies.
• A good understanding of the political dynamics of conflict and emergencies situation.
• Have good communication skills.
• Ability to plan and implement logistical support for emergency projects.
• Experience in coaching and team leadership is required.
• Experience in managing difficult security situations.

Personal Abilities/Qualities

• High availability (deployment to emergency sites within 24 to 48 hours)
• High flexibility in work schedules
• Ability to manage a team and delegate, analytical skills, strong negotiation skills, organizational skills, ability to handle stress, flexibility, resourcefulness, ability to work with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, ability to make quick decisions and take swift action, open-mindedness, curiosity.

Terms of employment

• Full-time position 100% (40h/week)
• Mandated contract: 3 year-term, renewable once
• Working place: Geneva, Switzerland, with frequent travel to the field
• Ideal start date: As Soon As Possible
• Gross annual salary (for 100%): from CHF 102’180.- to CHF 116’484.- (salary commensurate with equivalent experience and internal salary grid)
• Paid vacation: 25 days per year, prorate temporis, plus any Swiss public holidays falling within the contract period.
• Pension plan: pension contribution covered 3/4 by MSF, 1/4 by staff member.
• Relocation support available for eligible candidates.

How to apply

Candidates are invited to submit their application exclusively through our recruitment platform, following these guidelines:

• CV (maximum 2 pages)
• Cover letter (maximum 1 page)
• Documents must be submitted in either English or French.

The application deadline is March 29th, 2026.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive a sufficient number of quality applications.

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All applications will be treated confidentially.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not wish to use the services of recruitment or placement agencies.

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