Deputy Project Coordinator - MSF Dagahaley

About the role

The MSF Dagahaley project, which runs a 750-bed level 3 hospital serving 150,000 refugees and the host community in a remote, insecure area near the Somali border, is looking for a Deputy Project Coordinator. Reporting to the Project Coordinator, the role helps shape project objectives and priorities, coordinates and supervises project activities and supports the Project Coordinator in their absence. It is a 12-month contract with a 3-month probation period, starting as soon as possible.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse the political, humanitarian, economic and social context so that MSF's charter, policies and image are respected by staff, communities, authorities and partners.
• Support the Project Coordinator in planning, implementing, monitoring and following up all project activities.
• Take part in project security management, including reviewing and updating security guidelines and procedures.
• Represent MSF at project level with local authorities, media and stakeholders and support collaboration agreements, acting on behalf of the Project Coordinator during absences.
• Help plan and manage project human resources, including induction, supervision, performance evaluation and training needs.
• Join exploratory and assessment missions to understand the context and population needs.
• In the Dagahaley context: monitor security developments, maintain contact with local stakeholders, build project contacts and networks, and promote neutrality, independence and impartiality.

Required profile

• At least two years of experience in humanitarian aid with MSF or another international NGO.
• At least two years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Experience in developing countries and/or remote or hardship locations, and in security management and context analysis in volatile environments.
• Experience managing stakeholders and engaging communities with local authorities and humanitarian actors.
• Strong knowledge of the North-Eastern Kenya context, including local dynamics, clan structures and cultural practices.
• English is required; Kiswahili and Somali are an asset.

Required skills

• Essential computer literacy (Office package and internet).
• Strategic vision, leadership, representation and networking.
• People management, planning and teamwork.

To apply, send a one-page cover letter and a three-page CV with education certificates and a national ID scan in a single PDF by 3 November 2026 via the online application link.