Job Vacancy – Project Coordinator Assistant – Full Time – 100%

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organization that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance to people based on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation. MSF is guided by the principles of neutrality and impartiality, which apply to all MSF staff.

Title: Project Coordinator Assistant
Direct Reports: Project Coordinator
Location: Liwale, Lindi

Main Purpose:
Provide support to the Project Coordinator in the administrative part of coordination tasks, ensuring smooth relations with local and national authorities, contributing to context analysis and follow-up, providing translations and interpreting to ensure the smooth running of the project.

Accountabilities:

• Context and Contact Follow-Up:
  • Gather contextual information through knowledge of counterparts in different administrations to improve decision-making processes.
  • File and update field contacts and correspondence (with NGOs, local authorities, media, communities, etc.) to ensure information accuracy and availability.
• Communication and Relationships:
  • Assist the Project Coordinator in drafting correspondences with authorities and counterparts (government officials, NGOs, etc.) to ensure fluent communication.
  • Assist in internal and external communication sessions and events about MSF to improve awareness and public opinion adhesion.
  • Ensure continuity of relations with local actors and keep the contact list updated.
  • Organize advocacy contacts and appointments for the Project Coordinator with local authorities and partners.
• Delegated Tasks and Translation:
  • Execute clerk-related activities and conduct briefings on the project context for new employees to facilitate their integration.
  • Translate documents and act as an interpreter when needed.
  • Support internal coordination and smooth communication (meetings organization, information collection, and spreading).

MSF in Tanzania:
MSF has been working intermittently in Tanzania since 1993, supporting the Ministry of Health (MOH) in areas such as primary and secondary healthcare and epidemic responses (cholera, malaria, HIV/AIDS). The latest intervention began in May 2015 with an emergency response to a cholera outbreak in Kigoma region. The Liwale project, launched in December 2022, supports MOH in community-based, primary, and secondary healthcare for mothers and children under 5. MSF supports 7 health facilities, including 4 secondary healthcare facilities and 3 primary healthcare facilities, with activities such as recruitment of healthcare workers, medical supply, team empowerment, referrals, Watsan activities, and rehabilitations.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

• Desirable university degree in Administration and/or Management.

Experience:

• Desirable: At least 2 years of experience in similar jobs in humanitarian aid or with NGOs.

Knowledge:

• Essential: Good computer literacy (Word, Excel, and internet).

Languages:

• Fluency in English and Kiswahili.

Competencies:

• Results and Quality Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Behavioural Flexibility
• Commitment to MSF Principles
• Stress Management
• Diplomatic Communication Skills
• Proactivity
• Ability to support low-comfort situations

Equal Opportunity Statement:
Women, people living with disabilities, or anyone feeling part of a minority are encouraged to apply. MSF is dedicated to fostering a safe work environment with zero tolerance for abuse, discrimination, or harassment.

Application Details:
Interested candidates must submit their motivation letter, CV, and copy of relevant professional certificates by Monday, February 10th, 2025, at 4:00 PM. Quote the job title in the email subject: “PROJECT COORDINATOR ASSISTANT.”

Send applications to:
Email: [email protected]
Addresses:

• MSF Offices, Uporoto Street, Plot No. 74, House No. 22, Ursino Estate, Victoria, Dar es Salaam
• Nduta Refugees Camp, Kibondo District
• MSF Guest House, Kibondo
• MSF Office, Liwale, Lindi

Data Protection:
MSF ensures the confidentiality of your data. By submitting your application, you consent to MSF using your data for the recruitment process only. For questions, contact [email protected].

Inclusive Culture:
MSF is committed to an inclusive culture that values diverse voices and backgrounds. We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, religions, beliefs, and abilities.

Note: Applying to MSF is free of charge. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.