Job Description

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

Medecins Sans Frontieres

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 MSF office in Zurich represents the organization towards public and private stakeholders, as well as the Swiss government and supports MSF OCG in Geneva in the areas of fundraising, human resources, media and public relations in non-French speaking Switzerland.



L'assistant et l'

officier manager

fournissent un soutien administratif au representant de MSF et au chef du bureau de Zurich, y compris les relations exterieures, et veillent au bon fonctionnement de l'administration du bureau de Zurich, de la gestion des installations et du front office. "



Taches et responsabilites


Soutien, le chef du bureau de Zurich dans la gestion de l'agenda quotidien, des rendez-vous et des reunions de l'organisation (internes et externes). Soutien a l'organisation des reunions et des evenements du bureau ou du departement organises au bureau de Zurich ou par celui-ci, y compris l'etablissement de l'ordre du jour, la redaction des proces-verbaux et les dispositions logistiques. Responsable des taches de reception, y compris les visiteurs, les courriels officiels et les demandes de renseignements telephoniques et le traitement des demandes. Gerer les besoins administratifs du bureau, y compris la gestion des stocks de materiel de bureau et d'installations, la gestion des factures. Coordination avec Logistics Geneva et divers prestataires locaux. Coordonner la gestion interne des connaissances de l'information et l'archivage. Fournir un soutien de secours au personnel de Zurich au besoin
Your profile


Education



Essential : Commercial school with a federal examination or similar qualification


Commercial School with a Federal examination or similar qualification Tertiary degree or equivalent
Desired : Additional relevant qualifications or certifications



Experience



Essential :


Previous experience as an assistant in project coordination or management. Project management
Desired : Experience with an NGO/international organization is a plus.


Languages



Essential:


German and Swiss German (fully fluent C2) French and English (C1 fluent written/oral)
Desired:


Italian would be a plus
Skills/ Technical competencies


Good secretarial skills, client oriented (writing / oral) with attention to detail. Facility and event management. Exposure to the NGO world and/or humanitarian topics, a plus. Proficiency in IT, internet navigation, and office software
Personal Abilities/Qualities


Organized, with good planning skills and attention to detail. Dynamic and motivated with good people skills and diplomatic attitude Team player, Autonomous, Creative and aptitude for taking initiatives Values the working environment (both processes and premises) Values the happiness and satisfaction of staff members Flexible and open to change Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary team
Terms of employment


Full-time position 100% (40h/week) Open-ended contract Working place: Zurich, Switzerland Ideal start date: January 5th, 2026 Gross annual salary (for 100%): from CHF 80'856.- to CHF 97'224.- (salary commensurate with equivalent experience and internal salary grid) Conges payes : 25 jours par an, au prorata temporis, plus les jours feries suisses compris dans la duree du contrat. Plan de pension : contribution retraite prise en charge a 3/4 par MSF, 1/4 par le personnel. Forfait de relocalisation en cas de demenagement d'un autre pays vers la Suisse.
Comment postuler



Les candidats sont invites a soumettre leur candidature exclusivement via notre plateforme de recrutement, en suivant les directives suivantes :


CV (maximum 2 pages) Lettre de motivation (maximum 1 page) Les documents doivent etre soumis en anglais ou en francais.

La date limite de candidature est le 30 novembre 2025.

Nous nous reservons le droit de clore ce poste vacant plus tot si nous recevons un nombre suffisant de candidatures de qualite.

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