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Head of Emergency Team

Médecins Sans Frontières
KE Posted 3 months ago

Job Description

SOKIFY JOB POSTING Position: Head of Emergency Team Organization: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Eastern Africa Sokify is pleased to feature this career opportunity with MSF Eastern Africa, the humanitarian medical organization responding to emergencies across the region. ABOUT THE ROLE MSF Eastern Africa is seeking a Head of Emergency Team to lead critical response efforts in crisis situations. This is a position where your experience in emergency management, healthcare delivery, and team leadership will directly impact lives during urgent humanitarian interventions. COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND SAFETY MSF Eastern Africa is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Your background may not need to be a perfect textbook match for every requirement listed below. If you are passionate about humanitarian work and possess core competencies in emergency response, we welcome your application. You may be an excellent fit for this role or for other positions within our organization. The organization maintains zero tolerance for abuse, sexual exploitation, harassment, and all forms of misconduct. All candidates undergo thorough vetting procedures to ensure staff safety and protect patients, community members, and all individuals interacting with MSF. Given the nature of this position, which includes substantial contact with patients and children, additional monitoring safeguards will be implemented. WHAT THIS MEANS You will lead emergency response teams in dynamic, high-pressure situations. Your ability to manage complex operations, coordinate medical services, and prioritize both immediate humanitarian needs and organizational safety standards will be essential to success. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and discuss how your skills can contribute to MSF's lifesaving work in Eastern Africa.