Recruitment Notice
The French Section of Médecins Sans Frontières is recruiting for its project in Port Harcourt:
Liaison Officer
Context
Médecins Sans Frontières is a private, non-profit international humanitarian organization dedicated to providing medical assistance to populations in crisis, without discrimination and regardless of race, religion, creed or political affiliation.
Job Description
Works directly with the Project Coordinator for networking (Police, Army, JTF, NGO, other stakeholders …), and MSF presentation in new target areas (community contact: kings, traditional rulers, chairmen …)Supports Project Coordinator in security management, by providing the required level of informationSupports Outreach Department with contacts and follow-up when needed.Supports Project Coordinator in understanding the contextRequired Skills and Conditions
Background in event management and/or logistics organization desiredKnowledge of: security management, environment of Port Harcourt, network contact.Strong interest and concern for people from diverse backgrounds is essential (to keep a neutrality in MSF approach)Personal commitment to humanitarian topics and MSF mission to serve populations in need.Completely fluent in English; ability to communicate in some local dialects desired.Computer skills a plusFlexible and committedAble to show and learn strong judgment in stressful situationsWork Location
Port Harcourt, Rivers State (Nigeria).Contract
Contract will be an open ended after the expiration of the probation period.208 working hours per month and roster flexibility required.Method of Application
Submit your CV, copies of qualifications and a cover letter with contact details to the MSF Admin’ Office in Abuja ..
Applications can be submitted by email to: msff-abuja-admin@paris.msf.org
Deadline for the submission of applications: 11th of July 2014.
Please make sure to submit your application on or before this date.
NB: only successful applicants will be called for interview.