Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Operational Center Geneva (OCG) is seeking an HQ Procurement Officer to join their team in Geneva, Switzerland. This full-time, open-ended position is crucial for managing procurement and purchasing activities for both country programs and HQ departments, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.
The role supports MSF's humanitarian mission by maintaining operational continuity and organizational efficiency through effective supply chain management. The organization emphasizes inclusivity and diversity, encouraging applications from a wide range of backgrounds, even if candidates don't meet every single listed requirement.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | Médecins Sans Frontières en Suisse |
| Location | Geneva, Switzerland |
| Region | Europe |
| Open to | International applicants |
| Funding | Fully funded |
| Stipend / Salary | CHF 87,372 – 100,608 gross annual salary (100% position) |
| Duration | Open-ended contract |
| Start date | February 8th, 2027 |
| Application deadline | 29 November 2026 |
About the Position
The HQ Procurement Officer will be responsible for managing international procurement for country programs, ensuring the availability of necessary goods and equipment for field operations. Key tasks include overseeing transport and import/export compliance, managing the HQ ordering process and stock, and supporting both HQ and country teams with their purchasing needs. The role also involves implementing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, assessing performance for optimization, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulations to strengthen supply chain resilience.
Eligibility
- Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement or a related field
- Significant experience in humanitarian supply chain and procurement
- Previous MSF field experience
- Experience with transport, customs, and import/export activities
- English C1/2 proficiency
- French C1/2 proficiency
- Familiarity with MSF ERP systems (e.g., UniField, MSF Log Portal, Dynamics) and supply chain digital tools (desired)
- HQ procurement or purchasing experience (desired)
- German B1 proficiency (desired)
- CIPS Level 3 or equivalent (an asset)
Benefits
- Gross annual salary from CHF 87,372 to CHF 100,608 (commensurate with experience and internal salary grid)
- 25 days of paid vacation per year, plus Swiss public holidays
- Pension plan with 3/4 contribution covered by MSF
- Relocation support available for eligible candidates
Documents Required
- CV (maximum 2 pages)
- Cover letter (maximum 1 page)
How to Apply
- Submit application exclusively through the MSF recruitment platform
- Ensure CV and cover letter are in either English or French
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
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