Director of Human Resources (HRD)

Médecins Sans Frontières - MSF

Staff Closes 15 Jul 2026 7 days left

Overview

The Director of Human Resources (HRD) drives culture and people strategies to ensure staffing needs are met and supports the achievement of social mission ambitions and strategic objectives through effective human resources management.


Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the implementation roll-out of the three pillars of the HR Transformation program.
  • Continue the implementation and communication of the HR vision and strategy.
  • Participate in the analysis and definition of OCG strategies, policies, and positioning.
  • Leads and manages the HR department, providing strategic direction.
  • Develop proactive and meaningful strategies in organizational development, HR planning, recruitment, people development, compensation, and employee relations.
  • Design and implement coherent HR policies and practices for all MSF staff.
  • Support MSF OCG network with partner sections and regional offices.
  • Drive the creation of a gender-balanced, positive and inclusive working culture.
  • Cultural champion that advances efforts toward the highest standards of Duty of Care and Safeguarding.
  • Guide the design, implementation, and evaluation of learning and development initiatives.
Required Experience
  • Consolidated experience in leadership and management positions (minimum 5 years) in an international organization, including strong capacity for human resources management.
  • Consolidated experience in humanitarian aid (minimum 3 years), preferably with Médecins Sans Frontières.
  • Knowledge and experience in change management.
Qualifications
  • University master’s degree in human resources and/or other directly relevant areas and/or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Additional relevant qualifications or certifications.
Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in both English and French is required.
Languages Preferred
German is an asset.
Contract Duration
Mandate of 3 years, renewable once
Work Modality
Sur site
Remuneration
159 672 CHF - 169 092 CHF par an
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