Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders) - Field
Work Overseas with MSF USA
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF USA) relies on a global network of medical and non-medical professionals dedicated to delivering lifesaving assistance to people affected by crises. Our teams respond to conflicts, epidemics, natural disasters, and other emergencies, providing critical care to communities in need. Each year, more than 30,000 locally hired staff work alongside over 3,000 international staff to support over 500 humanitarian projects worldwide.
At MSF USA, we seek skilled and compassionate professionals—both medical and non-medical—who are driven by our mission and values to deliver emergency humanitarian aid. Our recruitment efforts support operations in countries such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, and Yemen. We look for team members who not only excel in their fields but also contribute to shaping the future of MSF by bearing witness to what we see, inspiring action, and fostering connection.
Joining MSF's overseas team goes far beyond the idea of a "working abroad program"—it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a global humanitarian movement where your work saves lives.
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Obstetricians/Gynecologists
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Obstetricians/Gynecologists
MSF obstetricians/gynecologists play a crucial role in changing the lives of women worldwide, managing deliveries in remote areas and providing care for women in conflict zones.
Requirements
- M.D. or D.O. and current valid license
- Minimum of two years relevant professional experience post Obstetrics & Gynecology residency
- At least six months of clinical practice within the last two years
- Significant experience in emergency surgeries and with complicated deliveries
- Ability to work autonomously with limited materials and resources
- Experience in emergency obstetric care, Cesarean sections, assisted deliveries, hysterectomies
- Experience in managing staff in a multicultural team (supervision and training)
- Relevant travel or work experience in contexts similar to where MSF works (armed conflicts, disasters, public health emergencies, or situations of healthcare exclusion)
- Available to work a minimum of 12 week international assignments
Assets
- HIV, prevention of mother-to-child transmission, management of sexually transmitted infections, management of care for survivors of sexual assault
- Knowledge of French or another language (Arabic, Spanish)
- Course in tropical medicine and/or infectious diseases
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential danger and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. The organization has many possibilities for professional growth in the medical, non-medical, and coordination streams.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences in the field to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten.”
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Anesthesiologists
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Anesthesiologists
The role of an MSF anesthesiologist is incredibly varied. You might find yourself training local staff in the middle of a refugee camp hospital or managing anesthesia with very basic resources for complex obstetric surgeries, all in the course of a day.
Responsibilities
As an anesthesiologist working with Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), your responsibilities will include preparing and administering anesthesia, coordinating, supervising, and training operating room staff, and ensuring the readiness of anesthetic equipment.
In addition, you will oversee patient pre- and post-operative care, participate in data collection and analysis, and report on your findings.
Requirements
- French language (B2 or above)
- Compliance with Essential Requirements for all potential candidates
- Commitment to work internationally for a minimum of 8 to 12 week assignments
- Previous experience in a low resource setting (priority given to those with experience working in a humanitarian context)
- Must have an active license
- Minimum of two years relevant professional experience post anesthesia training
- At least six months of practical experience within the last two years
- Experience in pediatrics, obstetrics, and trauma anesthesia
- Ability to work autonomously with limited materials and resources
- Ability to work within a diverse team
Assets
- Relevant travel or work experience in contexts similar to where MSF works (armed conflicts, disasters, public health emergencies, or situations of healthcare exclusion)
- Knowledge of French or another language (Arabic, Spanish)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential danger and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable, based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. In the medical, non-medical, and coordination streams, there are many possibilities for professional growth within the organization.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences on assignment to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten.”
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Laboratory Specialists
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Laboratory Specialists
Whether managing a hospital laboratory to screen for tuberculosis or training local staff to test people for sleeping sickness in temporary outdoor clinics, the team often cannot function without the expertise of the biomedical scientist.
Responsibilities
As a laboratory specialist working with Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), you will support existing government health structures (hospitals and clinics) or work within MSF health centers. You are responsible for: laboratory and staff management; implementation of locally hired staff laboratory training programs; ordering and distribution of laboratory supplies; data collection and quality control of laboratory testing.
Requirements
- Commitment to work for a minimum of 9 to 12 month international assignments
- Degree or diploma in laboratory technology or microbiology with applied medical parasitology, bacteriology, and immunology
- Previous experience in a low resource setting (priority given to those with experience working in a humanitarian context)
- Professional experience supervising, managing, or training staff
- Minimum of two years professional relevant experience
- Experience with sample-taking (blood, stool, sputum)
- Knowledge of laboratory testing quality-control methods
- Ability to work within a diverse team
Assets
- French or Arabic language (B2 or above)
- Knowledge of epidemiology
- Familiarity with tropical and/or infectious diseases (especially HIV/AIDS, TB)
- Experience using laboratory software packages and carrying out surveys
- Experience working in a hospital setting
- Medical degree
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential danger and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable, based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. There are numerous opportunities for professional advancement within the organization in medical, non-medical, and coordination roles.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences in the field to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten.”
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Surgeons
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Surgeons
As an MSF surgeon, you could be called to perform a cesarean section in a temporary tented health facility for displaced people in South Sudan or to perform a highly technical operation on a child disfigured by noma in Nigeria. Surgical work with MSF is incredibly varied.
Responsibilities
As a surgeon working with Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), you will prepare and carry out surgery according to priorities and protocols and manage operating room (OR) staff and resources. You will monitor the quality of care and hygiene in the OR.
Surgeons are in charge of patients' pre- and postoperative follow-up and will carry out emergency and, at times, elective surgeries while ensuring protocols are respected and quality standards are met.
Requirements
- Commitment to work internationally for a minimum of 8 to 12 week international assignments
- Active medical license
- Experience performing cesarean sections
- Previous experience in a low resource setting (priority given to those with experience working in a humanitarian context)
- Minimum of two years relevant professional experience post surgical residency
- At least 6 months of clinical practice within the last two years
- Ability to work autonomously with limited materials and resources
- Ability to work within a diverse team
Assets
- Relevant travel or work experience in contexts similar to where MSF works (armed conflicts, disasters, public health emergencies, or situations of healthcare exclusion)
- Knowledge of French or another language (Arabic, Spanish)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (especially Excel)
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential dangers, and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable, based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. There are numerous opportunities for professional advancement within the organization, spanning medical, non-medical, and coordination roles.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences in the field to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten."
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Managers
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Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Managers
As the manager of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) activities, your role will involve leading the development and maintenance of an infection control program in a specific Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) international project. The goals include ensuring high-quality care and the safety of patients, caretakers, and staff. Following MSF protocols and standards, you will be responsible for defining the project’s IPC objectives.
Responsibilities
As a manager of infection prevention and control (IPC) activities with Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), you will lead the development and maintenance of an infection-control program in an MSF project. Your objectives include striving for good quality of care and the safety of patients, caretakers, and staff. Per MSF protocols and standards, the IPC manager will participate in the definition of the project’s IPC objectives You will ensure the implementation of standard transmission-based IPC precautions for all departments of MSF’s health structures.
Your work is done in collaboration with each service activity manager using existing tools (guidelines, checklists, audit forms, and training). You will provide technical IPC supervision and guidance to all staff members, with a particular focus on activities such as water supply, solid waste and wastewater treatment and disposal, latrines and shower facilities, vector control, and medical-waste management. You will also develop multimodal strategies to improve IPC in MSF’s facilities. Examples may include initiating system change. organizing training, conducting performance monitoring, and giving feedback to promote a stepwise IPC improvement approach, working with communities and tailored to the local context.
Requirements
- Commitment to work for a minimum of 9 to12 month assignments
- RN/NP, MD/DO, MPH, Epidemiology or Microbiology degree
- Previous experience in a low resource setting (priority given to those with experience working in a humanitarian context)
- Minimum of two years relevant professional experience in a health care facility (e. hospital, clinic, nursing home)
- Professional experience supervising, managing, or training staff
- Ability to work autonomously with limited materials and resources
- Ability to work within a diverse team
Assets
- CIC certification
- Professional experience in critical wards (OR, ICU)
- Antimicrobial Stewardship
- Outbreak investigation
- Sterilization and high-level disinfection
- Safe medication management
- IPC surveillance for prevention of SSI (Surgical Site Infections)
- CAUTI (Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infection)
- CLABSI and PIV infections (Central Line Associated Blood Stream Infection)
- French language (B2 or above)
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential danger and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable, based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. There are numerous opportunities for professional advancement within the organization, including medical, non-medical, and coordination roles.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences in the field to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten.”
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Nurses
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Nurses
Nurses are vital to our work, from primary healthcare to helping set up health posts. In many situations, they are the backbone of our medical operations.
Responsibilities
As a nurse working with Doctors Without Borders/Médecins sans Frontières (MSF), you will coordinate and plan clinical work, primarily involving basic healthcare activities. You may also participate in vaccination campaigns, feeding centers, outbreak management, or outreach activities. Rural health centers, mobile clinics, existing local healthcare structures, refugee camps, and urban settings are possible. Your main role will be supervising, monitoring, training, and coaching the locally hired nurses team in your project. Data collection, analysis, and reporting are intrinsic to your role. Furthermore, you will forecast medical supply needs and monitor consumption.
Requirements
- Commitment to a minimum of 9 to 12 month assignments
- Appropriate diploma, degree (RN (BSN / ASN or NP - we do not accept LPNs), and current valid license
- Professional experience in a lower-income country or humanitarian context
- Minimum of three years relevant professional experience post training
- At least 6 months of practical experience within the last two years
- Professional experience supervising, managing or training staff
- Ability to work within a diverse team
- Training in at least one of the following:
- Infectious diseases
- Public health
- Tropical medicine - Experience in at least one of the following:
- Emergency
- HIV/AIDS
- Neonatal care
- Infection Prevention Control
- Nutrition
- Pediatrics
- Pharmacy
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Vaccination campaigns
Assets
- Tropical nursing
- Knowledge of other language (Arabic, Spanish, French)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (especially Excel)
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential danger and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable, based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. The organization has many possibilities for professional growth in the medical, non-medical, and coordination streams.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences in the field to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten.”
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Psychologists
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Psychologists and Mental Health Specialists
Our Mental Health Officers (MHOs) play a crucial role in our projects, providing psychological first aid to survivors of natural disasters and counseling HIV patients. Trauma is often the most painful aspect of surviving a conflict or disaster or living with a disease, and mental healthcare is vital for recovery.
Responsibilities
As a mental health specialist with Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), you will support people suffering from post-traumatic stress related to a conflict situation or disaster, survivors of sexual violence, or people being treated for HIV/AIDS and/or tuberculosis. Your work will be mostly clinical. You will also have to recruit, train, and supervise locally hired mental health professionals, who will then ensure the continuity of care. You will have to adapt tools to local cultural needs and contexts as well as to changing circumstances.
As a mental health specialist, you will be responsible for supporting the program and the team by suggesting improvements in line with MSF’s objectives and strategies, providing individual clinical consultations, organizing psycho-pedagogical activities and organizing training sessions for the team.
Requirements
- Available to work in our international programs for 9 to 12 months
- Must be actively licensed to practice as a clinical and/or counseling psychologist
- Minimum 2 years clinical experience (post-training) in a multi-disciplinary setting treating patients with psychotherapeutic and/or counseling methods
- Previous experience in a low resource setting (priority given to those with experience working in a humanitarian context)
- Experience with a range of psychotherapeutic methods/approaches such as systemic, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, or client-centered
- At least 6 months of clinical experience within the last two years
- Professional experience supervising, managing, or training staff
- Experience in developing psycho-educational tools and/or ‘train the trainer’ courses/tools
- Professional experience in mental health issues associated with at least TWO of the following areas:
- HIV/AIDS
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Sexual violence
- Trauma
- Tuberculosis (TB)
Assets
- French or Arabic language (B2 or above)
- Experience with migrants experiencing trauma, internally displaced people, and/or refugees
- Experience with short-term therapy
- Experience across the full scope of mental health care provision for adults, adolescents, and children
- Experience with individual, family, and group counseling
- Experience in community-based psycho-social or trauma-focused programs
- Experience in adapting recognized and accepted therapeutic techniques in consideration of local cultural contexts
- Experience with adherence counseling and/or patient education for chronic diseases
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential danger and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. There are many possibilities for professional growth within the organization in the medical, non-medical, and coordination streams.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences in the field to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten.”
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Pharmacists
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Pharmacists
MSF pharmacists play a crucial role in training national staff to store and manage life-saving medications. They also ensure that enough medications are flown in to address sudden malaria outbreaks. Their responsibilities include making sure essential medicines are available when needed, well-managed, and stored and transported appropriately.
Responsibilities
As a pharmacist working with Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), you will work closely with locally and internationally hired MSF colleagues to ensure good pharmaceutical practices and adherence to national rules. You will be responsible for the quality, appropriateness, and smooth coordination of the medical supply lines, including the storage, distribution, and ordering of drugs and medical equipment. You will analyze consumption and medical data and advise on local purchases, drug disposal, and medical donations. As a pharmacist you will supervise colleagues dealing with the daily management of drugs and medical equipment.
Requirements
- Minimum two years of relevant post-qualification work experience
- Experience in supply management organization of stocks
- Experience in managing staff in a multicultural team (supervision and training)
- Relevant travel or work experience in contexts similar to where MSF works (armed conflicts, disasters, public health emergencies, or situations of healthcare exclusion)
- Available for an international assignment for a minimum of 9 to 12 months
Assets
- Relevant experience in hospital settings or remote locations
- Knowledge of other language (Arabic, Spanish, French)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (especially Excel)
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential danger and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable, based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. In the medical, non-medical, and coordination streams, there are many possibilities for professional growth within the organization.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences in the field to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten.”
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Physicians
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Physicians
From providing care for malnourished babies in a drought-affected region to conducting rounds to survey trauma patients in a large Ministry of Health hospital after a bout of conflict in the area, MSF doctors provide lifesaving care every day in our projects.
We accept applications from general practitioners who meet the essential requirements below. However, Doctors Without Borders is specifically looking for HIV and tuberculosis specialists (infectious disease specialists), pediatricians, anesthesiologists, surgeons, emergency room physicians, obstetrician-gynecologists, and ICU specialists.
Responsibilities
As a medical doctor, you will carry out clinical work and collaborate closely with locally hired health staff, including providing training, supervision, and coordination.
Your duties will also include supporting medical data collection and analysis, developing and implementing relevant protocols, and managing medical supplies. MSF projects offer opportunities to work and further develop skills in various areas of practice, such as HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis, nutritional programs, and reproductive health. Data collection, analysis, and reporting are an intrinsic part of the role. You will be responsible for forecasting medical supply needs and managing medical stocks.
MSF also needs experienced medical staff in coordination and management positions, such as medical coordinators.
Locally hired MSF medical staff provide the most direct care. Internationally hired doctors mainly supervise medical staff and have training and administrative responsibilities, including planning medical programs, ordering medication and medical supplies, and reporting on medical activities. Only a small portion of what you do will be hands-on clinical work.
Requirements
- Commitment to work in our international programs for a minimum of 9 to 12 month assignments
- M.D. or D.O. and current valid license
- Professional experience in a developing country or humanitarian context
- Minimum of 2 years relevant professional experience post-residency
- At least 6 months of clinical practice within the last 2 years
- Professional experience supervising, managing, or training staff
- Clinical experience in one or more of the following areas:
Public Health
Obstetrics/gynecology
Pediatrics
Nutrition
Emergency Medicine
Infectious Diseases
ICU or Minor Surgery
Assets
- French or Arabic language (B2 or above)
- Postgraduate study in international public health, refugee health, infectious diseases, or tropical medicine
- Infectious Diseases specialty (HIV/TB in particular)
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential danger and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable, based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. In the medical, non-medical, and coordination streams, there are many possibilities for professional growth within the organization.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences on assignment to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten.”
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Epidemiologists
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Epidemiologists
In the midst of an outbreak, our project teams rely on our epidemiologists to determine the spread and speed of a disease, as well as strategies for containment.
Responsibilities
As an epidemiologist working with Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), you will coordinate the collection of epidemiological data, including active case findings, during disease outbreaks. You will also set up and evaluate surveys and surveillance systems, supervise and train staff, and support policy development.
As an epidemiologist, you will help plan the response during a disease outbreak, including participating in active case finding and planning vaccination campaigns as well as water and sanitation interventions. You will also conduct mortality surveys, evaluate and set up surveillance systems, and offer other epidemiological support to strengthen evidence-based decision-making.
Requirements
- Available for a minimum of 9 to 12 month assignments
- Master's degree in epidemiology or master's degree in public health with an epidemiological focus
- Previous experience in a low resource setting (priority given to those with experience working in a humanitarian context)
- Minimum of two years relevant professional experience post-training
- Professional experience supervising, managing, or training staff
- Proven practical skills in the design, implementation, and evaluation of surveys, and in quantitative/qualitative research methods
- Ability to launch surveillance systems, conduct trainings, and plan campaigns, such as those to combat epidemics or malnutrition
- Experience with relevant software
- Ability to work within a diverse team
Assets
- French or Arabic language (B2 or above)
- Familiarity with tropical and/or infectious diseases (especially HIV/AIDS, TB)
- Experience with rapid assessments
- Medical degree
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential danger and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable, based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. There are many possibilities for professional growth within the organization in the medical, non-medical, and coordination streams.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences on assignment to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten.”
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Psychiatrists
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Psychiatrists
As a psychiatrist working with Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), your primary responsibility is to propose, implement, and enhance treatment plans for patients suffering from mental health disorders, employing strategies and tools tailored to their specific context and culture. A significant aspect of your role involves coordinating various activities and providing guidance and supervision to locally recruited colleagues engaged in mental health and psychosocial support initiatives.
Responsibilities
As a psychiatrist, you will offer support to individuals grappling with post-traumatic stress resulting from conflict or disasters, survivors of sexual violence, as well as those undergoing treatment for HIV/AIDS or tuberculosis. Your daily routine typically includes conducting individual clinical consultations and organizing therapeutic or psycho-educational group activities.
While your primary focus is clinical in nature, it is crucial to emphasize your pivotal role in recruiting, training, and overseeing locally employed mental health professionals. Your ability to adapt tools and interventions to align with local cultural nuances and evolving circumstances remains paramount.
Requirements
- Certified psychiatrist with an active license
- Minimum 2 years clinical experience (post-residency) in a multi-disciplinary setting treating patients with psychotherapeutic and/or counseling methods
- Previous experience in a low resource setting (priority given to those with experience working in a humanitarian context)
- At least 6 months of clinical experience within the last two years
- Professional experience in mental health issues associated with at least TWO of the following areas:
- HIV/AIDS
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Sexual violence
- Trauma
- Tuberculosis (TB) - Commitment to work in MSF international programs for a minimum of 9 to 12 months
Assets
- French or Arabic language (B2 or above)
- Experience with traumatized migrants, internally displaced people, and/or refugees
- Experience with short-term therapy
- Experience across the full scope of mental health care provision for adults, adolescents, and children
- Experience with individual, family, and group counseling
- Experience in community-based psycho-social or trauma-focused programs
- Experience in adapting recognized and accepted therapeutic techniques in consideration of local cultural contexts
- Experience with adherence counseling and/or patient education for chronic diseases
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential danger, and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable, based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. In the medical, non-medical, and coordination streams, there are many possibilities for professional growth within the organization.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences in the field to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten.”
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
Midwives
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Midwives
MSF midwives play a crucial role in most project teams, from providing ante-natal checks in remote clinics to training birth attendants in busy maternity departments at large hospitals.
Responsibilities
As a midwife with Doctors Without Borders/ Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), you will be involved in coordinating mother and child health departments in rural clinics, providing reproductive healthcare from mobile clinics, or treating patients in a hospital. Your role is to implement and coordinate maternal health programs, supervise and train staff, and support with policy development
You will mainly supervise birth attendants and provide training as needed. You may be involved in hands-on assessment and treatment of women in areas where formal health systems are lacking. Midwives are in charge of prenatal and postnatal consultations, including counseling for family planning, as well as data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Requirements
- Relevant diploma, degree, and current valid midwifery license (CNM, CPM, CM, LM)
- Minimum of two years of professional experience post midwifery training with min 6 months of relevant clinical experience within the last two years
- Commitment to work for a minimum of 9 to 12 month international assignments
- Experience in a low resource setting
- Experience supervising, managing, or training staff
- Experience managing high-risk pregnancies and obstetric complications
- Experience working in a hospital setting
- Willingness to provide care in line with MSF policy and protocols in relation to women's health
- Ability to work within a diverse team
Assets
- French or Arabic language (B2 or above)
- Advance Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) course
- Experience in the following: safe abortion care/ termination of pregnancy, neonatal resuscitation, care for sexual assault survivors
Before you apply
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, it is essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Security and Safety
Because Doctors Without Borders’ purpose is to bring medical assistance to people in distress, the work may occur in settings of active conflict, or in post-conflict environments, in which there are inherent risks, potential danger and ongoing threats to safety and security. MSF acknowledges that it is impossible to exclude all risks, but it does its utmost as an organization to mitigate and manage these risks through strict and comprehensive security protocols.
International staff will be fully informed of the risk associated with a potential assignment before accepting a particular posting. Working for MSF is a deeply personal choice; individuals must determine for themselves the level of risk and the circumstances in which they feel comfortable, based on a full and transparent understanding of the possibilities they may face. Once in the assignment, all MSF staff must strictly observe security rules and regulations; failure to do so may result in dismissal.
Terms of Employment
MSF staff are employees with a salary and benefits.
MSF encourages the completion of multiple assignments. There are many possibilities for professional growth within the organization in the medical, non-medical, and coordination streams.
Final Thoughts
As you consider applying to undertake an MSF assignment, is it essential that you have a well-informed and realistic personal reflection. Assignments often mean long hours with a heavy workload, basic living conditions, and working and living in often chaotic and volatile environments.
Despite such challenges, thousands of people have worked with MSF over the years and found their experiences in the field to be deeply rewarding, even life-changing. More than anything else, being an MSF international worker means acting in solidarity with people facing unimaginable medical challenges. Your presence alongside people in times of need sends a profoundly meaningful and human message: “You are not forgotten.”
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.