MSF is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization. We are a non-profit, self-governed worldwide movement of more than 63,000 people.
We provide emergency medical assistance during armed conflict, natural disasters, outbreaks of deadly diseases and assist those who are excluded from healthcare. MSF delivers care based on need and when we see injustice, we speak out. We are an organization that remains impartial, knowledgeable, and effective, and this is what makes the difference between life and death.
People are our priority. At Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)/Artsen zonder Grenzen, we are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages and supports the diverse voices of our employees. We encourage diverse applicants including individuals of all gender identities, ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, social and marital status, people with different abilities and all other diversity characteristics and how they work together.
With immediate effect, the logistics department is looking for a:
Field Supply Chain Management Coordinator
(Maternity cover. Based in the Netherlands is required)
Main objectives
You are responsible for the quality and availability of supply chain management support to country programs and implementation of the MSF-OCA Supply Chain Vision and Strategy, related strategic goals and objectives.
Responsibilities and activities
You use your expert knowledge of supply chain management and experience with the special circumstances for OCA country programs, to derive and propose the desired ways of working for logistic operations in these programs. You align these guidelines with other sections. You support your team members by analysing and resolving specific issues.
You are a member of the logistics department leadership team and organise cross- functional/organisational collaborative interactions in teams and fora involved with the field supply chain management.
You align with the department’s functional strategies and pro-active follow-up with regard to transversal themes, allocation of team members to programs, issues and considerations. You provide leadership with regard to development and implementation of field supply policies, guidelines, training contents.
You guide the tailoring of standard ways of working to the particular circumstances in the countries of operation. You analyse and monitor the implementation of supply policies and procedures, and the impact and quality of supply support to our medical projects and propose relevant actions when needed.
You monitor and contribute to the development and optimal functioning of OCA Regional Supply Hubs.
You chair the OCA interdepartmental Supply Support Cell.
Candidate Profile
Higher vocational/ BSc/ MSc in your area of expertise (supply chain management)
5+ years of experience in field logistics within MSF (preference – OCA experience)
Group leadership and hands on managerial skills
Good and clear communication skills and fluency in English (speech and writing) are essential.
You furthermore are organized, service-oriented and result driven, next to a team player with initiative and good follow-up attitude.
Experience working in an international setting, fast-paced environment and working with multiple deadlines.
Competencies
Analytical skills and a problem-solving attitude
Planning and organisation of own work
People Management & Leadership
Strategic vision
We Offer
The contract is offered based on 40 hours per week. The contract is for the duration of the maternity leave of the current position holder.
A gross monthly salary range between 4,875 and 6,711 euro. The exact salary depends on relevant work experience.
Other benefits include:
30 days off (based on a full-time employment)
A premium free pension where MSF covers 100% of the monthly pension contribution
8% holiday allowance paid out with the salary in May
Discounted daily lunch at the office
Commuting allowance (terms and conditions apply) & work from home allowance
Annual personal development budget. L&D will support you with a variety of learning and development opportunities with internal and external trainings and courses
An environment that fosters diversity, with colleagues from around the world representing various cultures and background
Application and Information
We welcome you to apply directly via the Apply button on this page and upload a letter of motivation + Curriculum Vitae (in English) as one combined document (only applications with motivations will be included in the procedure).
The deadline for application is 14 August 2025, at 23:59 CET.
For more information about the position please contact the Head of Operational Logistics & Field Supply Chain Management, Abdullah Shah, [email protected].
If you would like additional information about the recruitment procedure, the terms and conditions or the organisation, please contact the Recruitment Specialist, Ali Hamdan, [email protected]
***No agencies please ***
