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Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) Project Manager

ROC Required
The role plans, develops, monitors and evaluates the assigned WASH projects. This involves assessing WASH needs, designing projects, writing proposals and managing and reporting on the projects in line with the objectives, timeframe and budget. Providing technical support, leadership and strategic direction, the role include meeting quality standards, liaising with stakeholders, and managing and training staff.
Start date:
September 1, 2024
Closing date:
September 22, 2024
Published:
August 21, 2024
Job duration:
12 months
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene
Ukraine
International
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Health Manager

ROC Required
The role works to improve the health of vulnerable populations through providing quality services and contributing to achieving project objectives within the planned timescale and budget. The role includes building the capacity of the health team by providing supervision, training and technical support; contributing to monitoring and reporting on progress; and liaising with community leaders and health officials
Start date:
September 1, 2024
Closing date:
September 22, 2024
Published:
August 21, 2024
Job duration:
12 months
Health, Nutrition & Psychosocial Support
Ukraine
International
true

Donor Relationships Advisor

ROC Required
Develop Medair’s presence in French-speaking Switzerland by raising funds and enhancing visibility. Manage and grow a donor portfolio, focusing on middle and potential major donors. Achieve income targets, reduce churn, and increase donor loyalty and engagement.
Start date:
September 1, 2024
Closing date:
September 22, 2024
Published:
August 21, 2024
Job duration:
Open-ended
Communications, Fundraising & Media
Switzerland
Global Support Offices
false

Project Support Manager

ROC Required
The Project Support Manager is key to the efficient and effective running of the country programme. This varied and challenging role involves coordinating and managing the main support functions including general administration, base management, finance, human resources, logistics and security. With line management responsibility for staff involved in support roles the Project Support Manager also represents Medair at relevant meetings with contractors, local authorities, NGOs and other stakeholders.
Start date:
September 1, 2024
Closing date:
September 22, 2024
Published:
August 22, 2024
Job duration:
12 months
Project Support
Madagascar
International
true

Global Marketing and Communications Manager

ROC Required
The Marketing and Communications Manager supports Medair in attracting, converting, engaging, and retaining target audiences, while contributing to fundraising efforts. Reporting to the Engagement Director, they lead a team to develop and deliver international marketing and communication plans and products. They work closely with other Engagement team managers and may join the Crisis Management Team as/when required.
Start date:
September 1, 2024
Closing date:
September 22, 2024
Published:
August 21, 2024
Job duration:
Open
Communications, Fundraising & Media
Switzerland
Global Support Offices
false

WASH Advisor

ROC Required
The role provides technical advice, support and training to management and project staff ensuring quality programming. This involves developing, leading, monitoring and evaluating technical aspects of WASH projects, coordinating with authorities, clusters, and NGOs. The advisor champions best practices, contributes to overall programme management, and advises on assessment and survey design. ‍
Start date:
September 1, 2024
Closing date:
September 21, 2024
Published:
August 22, 2024
Job duration:
12 months
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene
Ukraine
International
true

Project Support Officer

ROC Required
Coordinate and manage the main support functions including general administration, base management, finance, human resources, logistics and security, with line management responsibility for staff involved in support roles on base/or sub-base. The Project Support Officer can also represent Medair at relevant meetings with contractors, local authorities, NGOs and other stakeholders.
Start date:
September 1, 2024
Closing date:
September 22, 2024
Published:
August 22, 2024
Job duration:
12 months
Project Support
Madagascar
International
true

Logistics Intern

ROC Required
The Logistics Intern supports the Swiss office’s operations, managing supply flows and services. They facilitate the digitalisation of purchase requests in MedEx, oversee inventory and stock control for office and field programmes, and assist with equipment and facility services.
Start date:
September 1, 2024
Closing date:
September 12, 2024
Published:
August 22, 2024
Job duration:
Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Switzerland
Global Support Offices
false

Deputy Country Director

ROC Required
Provide leadership and oversight of operational aspects, ensuring quality and timely programme delivery. Deputise for the Country Director, focusing on external representation, legal compliance, and team leadership
Start date:
September 1, 2024
Closing date:
September 22, 2024
Published:
August 29, 2024
Job duration:
12 months
Senior Management
Syria
International
true

Country Director

ROC Required
The Country Director oversees all programme and support activities in-country in Ukraine and Poland. Representing Medair in all issues relating to the programme, the Country Director plays a key role in donor relations and grant management, external representation, legal compliance, they manage the country strategy, project implementation and evaluation in conjunction with senior field managers.
Start date:
October 1, 2024
Closing date:
September 22, 2024
Published:
August 21, 2024
Job duration:
24 months
Senior Management
Ukraine
International
true
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Find answers to common questions about Medair's mission, operations, and how you can support the people we serve. Feel free to contact us if you have more questions!
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How do I apply for a job?

If there is a current job listing that interests you and you meet its qualifications, you can apply directly through our online portal. Once our team receives your application successfully, we will review your qualifications and experience and get back to you in a timely manner to let you know if we will proceed further with your application. If you wish to work in one of our country programmes, but do not see an open position that fits your qualifications at this time, you can also apply directly to our Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC) for consideration for future in-country positions.

Can I intern or volunteer with Medair?

We require those who work in our country programmes to have previous professional experience and be able to make a one-year commitment to the role assigned. Therefore, we do not offer internships in our country programmes, but would welcome you to apply upon completing your studies and gaining some further professional experience.

We do, however, sometimes offer internships at our International Headquarters in Switzerland, which you can learn more about here as well as welcome volunteers to support our various teams. Click here to learn more about volunteering with us.

Can I apply if I don’t have previous humanitarian sector experience?

Given the challenging contexts we work in, it is important that our staff be familiar and comfortable in their jobs before joining one of our country programmes. Therefore, we require our country programmes staff to have a minimum of one year’s work experience specific to their profession and/or studies.

In the case of someone who has just completed their studies, but has extensive previous experience through internships, we may make an exception on a case-by-case basis. You can learn more here about the essential criteria we look for in order to work in our country programmes.

Are there specific language requirements for working with Medair?

While our staff worldwide speak a multitude of languages, English is our unifying language within which we work together as a whole. Therefore, Medair requires that international staff who do not speak English as their first language possess 1st certificate-level English proficiency to work in our country programmes.

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