Chronic Conditions Medical Team Lead & Advisor

MSF Switzerland; Genf; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

25 days vacation per year

Pension plan

Job summary

MSF Switzerland in Geneva seeks a Chronic Conditions Medical Team Leader & Advisor to guide non-communicable diseases, chronic infections, and mental health within OCG. You will provide strategic and technical leadership to ensure evidence-based, quality care aligns with medical priorities.

The role requires a medical degree and a Master’s in Public Health or related field, with at least two years in humanitarian settings.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree or equivalent clinical qualifications.
• Master’s degree in Public Health, International Health, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Chronic Conditions team by setting priorities, coordinating work, and overseeing performance to ensure delivery of medical objectives.
• Participate in Medical Leaders platform and coordinate team work relevant to department needs, including the annual report.
• Define and drive medico-operational strategies for the relevant chronic condition to align field practices with medical priorities and operational needs.
• Advise project teams on complex clinical and programmatic challenges to support sound decision-making and implementation quality.
• Develop and maintain technical guidance, policies, and tools promoting consistent, evidence-based chronic condition care across OCG operations.
• Build strategic partnerships with academic, clinical, advocacy, and operational stakeholders to strengthen technical expertise and access to care.
• Monitor medical developments, operational evidence, and project performance to adapt guidance and improve care quality.
• Facilitate learning and knowledge sharing to enhance staff capabilities and programme quality.
• Lead innovation, operational research, and evidence-generation initiatives to inform policy and advocacy.

Skills

Team leadership

Strategic analysis

Medical operations

Written communication

Travel readiness

Education

Medical degree

Master’s in Public Health/International Health

Job description

MSF Switzerland in Geneva seeks a Chronic Conditions Medical Team Leader & Advisor to guide non-communicable diseases, chronic infections, and mental health within OCG. You will provide strategic and technical leadership to ensure evidence-based, quality care aligns with medical priorities.

The role requires a medical degree and a Master’s in Public Health or related field, with at least two years in humanitarian settings.