Operations Advisor - Field Program Strategy & Support

MSF-Netherlands; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dutch contract

Salary scale 17

30 vacation days

Pension scheme

8% holiday allowance

Commuting allowance

Work from home allowance

Learning & development

Discounted lunch

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

MSF Netherlands is seeking an Operations Advisor based in Amsterdam to support country programmes, advise Heads of Mission, and coordinate between field operations and HQ. The role requires approximately 15-20% travel and a proactive, analytical mindset.

You will work within the Operations department to ensure quality, continuity, and consistency of support, while coordinating interactions between country programme operations and the HQ office.

Responsibilities

• Gives advice and guidance to Heads of Mission and country programme management towards tactical decision making.
• Safeguards operational policies and manages planning and control cycle of projects.
• Coaches Heads of Missions and identifies opportunities for institutional competence building.
• Manages portfolio daily, identifies risks and priorities including emergencies and security matters.
• Supports HRM policies regarding recruitment, debriefings, training & development.
• Identifies and follows up on day-to-day financial issues for the portfolio.
• Initiates and coordinates meetings between head office staff on a regular basis.
• Assists the Operations Manager in administrative matters and coordinates control cycle implementation.

Job description

MSF Netherlands is seeking an Operations Advisor based in Amsterdam to support country programmes, advise Heads of Mission, and coordinate between field operations and HQ. The role requires approximately 15-20% travel and a proactive, analytical mindset.

You will work within the Operations department to ensure quality, continuity, and consistency of support, while coordinating interactions between country programme operations and the HQ office.