International Secretariat Support Officer

About the role

Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is hiring an International Secretariat Support Officer on a permanent 100% contract, starting 04.01.2027, with a deadline to apply of 19.11.2026. The post is hybrid and based in any MSF office within +/- 2 hours of Geneva time zone; the contract is issued by the MSF office of the candidate's country of residence, or by relocation to another country where an MSF office can issue a contract.

The officer reports to the Senior ExCom Officer, checks in regularly with the International Secretary General and the Deputy Secretary General, works with the Executive Assistants to the ExCom and the International Board, and acts as a trusted partner who anticipates needs, filters information and keeps priorities aligned with organisational goals.

Key responsibilities

• Support the International Secretary General and Deputy Secretary General (70%): diary and travel management, administrative support, and acting as gatekeeper to protect their time.
• Support annual international administrative planning, prepare briefing materials, agendas and follow-up actions for ISG/DSG meetings, track initiatives and follow up with stakeholders.
• Draft, edit and proofread correspondence (emails, letters, social media and reports) with high accuracy and confidentiality.
• Support the Senior Executive Committee Officer (30%): coordinate the ExCom, schedule meetings, keep records, share information and maintain online groups and spaces.
• Organise logistics for Core and Full ExCom face-to-face meetings and produce content such as emails and meeting outcomes.
• Carry out other tasks requested by the International Secretary General and the Senior Executive Committee Officer.

What we offer

• Permanent contract at 100%, with a hybrid working arrangement.
• Compensation and benefits in line with the MSF entity offering the contract.
• An inclusive workplace and commitment to safeguarding and professional behaviour.