Emergency Human Resources Coordinator
Quick answer
Médecins Sans Frontières en Suisse is hiring a mid-level Emergency Human Resources Coordinator for a field-based contract in Switzerland, with a deadline for applications on 01.11.2026.
- Role
- Emergency Human Resources Coordinator
- Organization
- Médecins Sans Frontières en Suisse
- Location
- Switzerland
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Human Resources
The role
The Emergency Human Resources Coordinator is a key member of the Emergency Pool at Médecins Sans Frontières en Suisse, responsible for deploying rapidly in emergency contexts, managing HR roles, and ensuring adequate HR capacity and sizing.
What you'll do
- Deploy rapidly in all contexts set by the Emergency cell
- Assume different HR roles according to operational needs
- Gap fill in regular cells if required
- Ensure adequate HR capacity and sizing
- Manage HR teams at coordination and project level
- Contribute to emergency preparedness and surge capacity planning
What it takes
- Minimum of 2 years in HR management in the field with MSF
- At least one field experience with MSF in HR coordination
- Ability to quickly evaluate an emergency on the ground and propose an adapted HR strategy
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong people management skills
- Fluency in French and English
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive support and guidance provided by dedicated technical referents.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Switzerland.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 2 years of field experience in HR management with MSF, fluency in French and English, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates should complete their application in English or French by following the link provided on the organization's website.
Is the job remote?
The job is field-based and not remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on Médecins Sans Frontières en Suisse's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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