Flying Implementer - DEI

## **Join MSF OCG as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Flying Implementer!**

**We are looking for passionate candidates ready to contribute to our humanitarian mission.**

**Below, you will find the job details and the qualifications we are looking for.**

**This is a field-based position with visits to the headquarters in Geneva**

## Inclusivity and Diversity at MSF

Do your qualifications and experience not exactly match all requirements of the job?

At MSF OCG, we are committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together to advance MSF's social mission and create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with.

We understand that some people may hesitate to apply for employment if they don't meet all listed job requirements. Research shows that this is especially true for women. If you believe your profile is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply even if you don’t fulfil every listed qualification.

We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, background, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.

MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment. All selected candidates will undergo reference checks.

## Context & mission

Médecins Sans Frontières is an independent, international medical and humanitarian organization that provides care to people in need, people affected by natural or man-made disasters, and victims of armed conflict, without discrimination and without regard to race, religion, creed or political affiliation (MSF Charter).

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Flying Implementer plays a critical role in operationalizing MSF OCG’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. This dynamic role requires a proactive and enthusiastic individual to partner with mission and project teams to embed DEI into operational strategies, team dynamics, and community engagement.

A key responsibility of the Flying Implementer is to drive the rollout of the Breaking Barriers Gender Campaign, a transformative initiative aimed at increasing women's representation and improving working conditions for all staff. This role focuses on building awareness, generating interest, and addressing structural and cultural barriers in missions and projects.

The Flying Implementer will coach DEI Focal Points, support leadership in identifying and addressing DEI gaps, and build networks within and beyond MSF to strengthen the organization’s DEI ambitions.

## Tasks and responsibilities

*DEI Advocacy in countries*

- Guide missions and projects in implementing DEI principles, focusing on talent attraction, recruitment, career growth and retention, and creating equitable working conditions and culture in teams.
- Champion the creation of inclusive spaces such as Women’s Networks and Men as Allies Groups, fostering a culture of mutual support and allyship across MSF missions.
- Ensure DEI activities are implemented effectively, with the aim of encouraging representation of diverse identities in leadership positions while tracking and reporting outcomes

*Operational Support*

- Serve as the primary DEI partner for OCG countries, fostering collaboration between mission teams, projects, and HQ.
- Actively involved in advising countries on DEI key actions to be included in the Plans of Action (PoA) process and encourage meaningful DEI related discussions at Field Associative Debates (FADs).
- Support the identification and prioritization of DEI gaps at the country level, providing tailored, actionable solutions for leadership and DEI sponsors.
- Advocate for DEI-related priorities in leadership discussions, operational planning, and staff forums

*Training, coaching and capacity building*

- Deploy DEI workshops, awareness sessions, and tailored coaching programs for mission leadership, HR teams, and project staff, in collaboration with Learning & Development (L&D).
- Equip DEI Focal Points with the skills and tools to navigate challenging conversations, implement DEI initiatives, and support team awareness on DEI related matters.
- Ensure field teams are aware of DEI related topics in HR and Safeguarding policies and practices to inform the development of contextualized adaptations as needed.
- Partner with HR Coordinators (HRCo) and Personal Development Managers (PDMs) to identify and map DEI learning needs, creating targeted interventions for capacity building.

*Networking and Collaboration*

- Develop the DEI Focal Point database and frequently update and track progress of actions taking place in projects and missions in OCG countries.
- Build and sustain robust DEI Focal Point networks across OCG countries, ensuring a consis