Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is seeking a Medical Analysis and Advocacy Manager for Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This role focuses on analyzing medical barriers to healthcare access and developing advocacy strategies in a region heavily impacted by conflict, displacement, and epidemics.
The successful candidate will contribute to identifying and documenting obstacles to care, particularly in areas like HIV, TB, malaria, and sexual violence. They will work closely with project teams and medical coordinators to inform MSF's advocacy efforts at provincial, national, and international levels.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | Médecins Sans Frontières |
| Location | Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Region | Africa |
| Open to | International applicants |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Stipend / Salary | Salary according to MSF's international salary scale |
| Duration | 9 months (renewable) |
| Start date | As soon as possible |
| Application deadline | 15 November 2026 |
About the Position
The primary responsibilities include collecting and analyzing information on barriers to healthcare access, monitoring health program funding and the humanitarian landscape, and consolidating data from MSF projects regarding stockouts, treatment access, and epidemiological trends. The role also involves tracking the availability of essential medical supplies, contributing to the development and implementation of MSF's advocacy strategies, and ensuring strong coordination and collaboration across different MSF sections in North Kivu.
Eligibility
- University degree in public health, health policy, health sciences, humanitarian affairs, or a related field; specialization in advocacy, political science, or communication is a plus.
- Minimum 2 years of international experience in humanitarian or public health contexts.
- Experience in the public health sector and a good understanding of health financing mechanisms and health system operations is a significant asset.
- Experience with MSF or another medical INGO is essential.
- Experience in advocacy with health authorities, donors, or other health actors is a plus.
- Strong interest in the region and humanitarian issues.
- Ability to analyze and synthesize medical, epidemiological, and operational data.
- Demonstrated capacity for representation, networking, and negotiation.
- Strong intercultural sensitivity and ability to work in multicultural environments.
- Stress resilience, teamwork, cooperation, agility, and diplomacy.
- Excellent command of Office 365 is mandatory.
- Very good oral and written proficiency in French.
- Good knowledge of English is an asset.
Benefits
- Salary according to MSF's international salary scale.
- Contractual terms and conditions based on the selected candidate's official residence and MSF's standard function and salary grids.
- Opportunity to work in a challenging humanitarian context.
- Contribution to vital medical analysis and advocacy efforts.
Documents Required
- CV
- Letter of motivation
How to Apply
- Click on the 'Postulez ici' button on the job page.
- Complete the online application form (estimated 5-10 minutes).
- Upload your CV and cover letter.
FAQs
Is this position open to international applicants?
Yes, the position is open to international applicants, with contract terms adjusted based on official residence.
Are women encouraged to apply?
Yes, women are encouraged to apply.
Will I be contacted if not selected?
Only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
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