Safeguarding Coordinator
Quick answer
Médecins Sans Frontières is hiring a field-based Senior Safeguarding Coordinator to integrate safeguarding practices into missions and programs, with 2 years of experience and fluency in French and/or English, Arabic.
- Role
- Safeguarding Coordinator
- Organization
- Médecins Sans Frontières
- Location
- Varies (field-based)
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Other
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The Safeguarding Coordinator is responsible for leading the integration of safeguarding practices into MSF missions and programs, ensuring that safeguarding is understood at all levels and integrated into project activities, recruitment practices, and community engagement.
What you'll do
- Lead the integration of safeguarding practices into MSF missions and programs
- Ensure safeguarding is understood at all levels and integrated into project activities
- Support the mission's response to abuse cases
- Conduct/support safeguarding risk assessments and monitor the implementation of measures
- Deploy a sensitization strategy for patients and community members
- Strengthen staff capacity to safely report abuse
What it takes
- 2 years’ experience in coordinating or implementing safeguarding activities in the field
- Fluency in French and/or English, Arabic
- Comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding in the international humanitarian and development sector
- Ability to liaise and provide support to various departments
- Strong communication, interpersonal and report writing skills
- Ability to identify knowledge gaps and adapt training content
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is field-based, with examples in Libya, CAR, Uganda, Malawi, Kenya, South Sudan, DRC, Mali, Burkina Faso, Papua New Guinea, Pakistan, and other emergency contexts.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 2 years’ experience in coordinating or implementing safeguarding activities, fluency in French and/or English, Arabic, and comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding in the international humanitarian and development sector.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted by following the 'Apply for a job' link provided in the job description.
How to apply
Apply directly on Médecins Sans Frontières's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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