Operations Human Resources

Msf Azg; Belgique (MO); Híbrido; USD 67.000 - 101.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Mobility allowance

Medical insurance

45 days annual leave

Bonus on completion

Descripción de la vacante

MSF Belgium, operating out of the Emergency Pool (E-Pool) in Brussels, seeks an E-Pool Mobile HR Manager to lead HR activities during emergencies. You will deploy on short-term assignments, oversee recruitment, payroll and compliance, and collaborate with PC and HRCo to ensure rapid, effective human resource support across diverse contexts.

You will manage staff development, performance, and organizational changes while maintaining MSF’s values and reacting to evolving crises.

Formación

• Degree in HR management or administration is desirable
• Minimum of 9 months MSF international programme experience in HR/FIN Manager positions in at least 2 contexts
• Experience in unstable and/or highly insecure context is essential
• Proficiency in English and French (written & spoken)

Responsabilidades

• Plan, coordinate, and implement HR and administrative activities in line with MSF protocols
• Provide rapid HR support to operations and enable swift deployment
• Assess HR needs and allocate resources in line with priorities in coordination with PC and HRCo
• Plan and oversee HR processes—recruitment, onboarding, HR management, evaluation and development
• Advise on and update HR needs, organizational chart and job descriptions; assist in planning staff shifts and leave
• Ensure all employment contracts comply with local labor laws; maintain staff files and tax documentation
• Supervise payroll processes and support salary grid updates under HRCo supervision
• Implement administrative procedures linked to MoUs with local partners
• Lead, coach, train and develop the HR team; foster collaboration and conflict resolution
• Coordinate staff movements and living arrangements to ensure rapid deployment

Conocimientos

English

French

Leadership

People management

HR coordination

Educación

HR management degree

Herramientas

MSF internal HR tools

Descripción del empleo

OperationsHuman Resources

Practical information

• MSF experience required : Previous MSF experience mandatory

Within the Operations Department of MSF Belgium (Operational Center Brussels - OCB), our Emergency Pool (E-Pool) has as primary function to intervene directly and quickly with medical activities in crisis situations such as conflicts, epidemics, outbreaks and natural disasters while guaranteeing the quality of interventions. It is also tasked with the monitoring and identification of crises that may arise.

The E-Pool consists of one E-Pool Coordinator and a deputy, and two Emergency Coordinators based in Brussels. In addition to the Emergency coordinators, the E-Pool unit is composed of technical referent officers in Supply, Logistics, Human Resources (HR) and Finance.

The E-Pool also includes a Mobile Emergency Team deployed in emergency operations and composed of different profiles of coordinators and technicians. Members of the E-Pool Mobile Team travel at short notice to any context where the E-Pool is leading interventions, operating in a roving capacity. They undertake successive several short-term assignments between 6 weeks to 3 months, though in exceptional cases, it may extend beyond 3 months.

As E-Pool Mobile HR Manager,you’re deployed on short-term assignments to support emergencies led by the Emergency Pool in Brussels, primarily in the role of HR Manager, though other HR functions may be covered as needed. You demonstrate a hands-on approach, strong adaptability, and cultural sensitivity, working under the supervision of the Project Coordinator (PC) and the HR Coordinator (HRCo) overseeing the emergency. Assignment priorities are defined by the E-Pool HR Officers.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, coordinate, and implement HR and administrative activities in line with MSF protocols and local legal requirements, while adapting them to the fast-paced and unpredictable nature of emergency contexts.

Provide rapid and reliable support to operations by prioritizing urgent HR needs, enabling and supporting the swift deployment, and supporting and strengthening the proper management of resources.

Assess and monitor the project’s HR needs, ensuring timely sizing and efficient allocation of resources in line with operational priorities and HR guidelines, in close coordination with the PC and HRCo

Plan and oversee HR processes-recruitment, onboarding, HR management (internal regulation and policies), evaluation, and development, ensuring they are adapted to the emergency context and implemented efficiently. Support project line managers in applying these processes to strengthen team capacity and engagement

Advise on and update the project’s HR needs, organizational chart and job descriptions; assist in planning staff shifts and leave to ensure continuous HR coverage for emergency activities

Ensure all employment contract-related procedures (recruitment, amendments, terminations) comply with local labor laws. Maintain accurate staff files and tax documentation.

Support conflict resolution in collaboration with the PC and HRCo

Supervise payroll processes, ensuring timely and accurate salary payments through Homère. Under HRCo supervision, support salary grid updates to maintain internal equity and compliance.

Implement administrative procedures linked to MoUs with local partners (e.g. Ministries of Health), ensuring alignment with emergency operations

Being responsible for the management, supervision and development of the HR team, including coaching, training, motivating and ensuring their capability, detecting potential conflicts and finding solutions when necessary

Coordinate staff movements and accommodations within the project, ensuring readiness and logistical support for rapid deployment

Together with the PC and logistics team, ensure that proper living conditions are in place in the MSF Guesthouse for the Mobile Staff in the project.

Store relevant information on the programs’ Digital Desk and ensure that the guidelines for record keeping in case of evacuation are in place

In case of reduced team (explo, ...), some financial tasks might be required such as the management of financial workflows-cash boxes, advances, payments, and reconciliations—to anticipate project expenses and ensure secure, transparent financial operations in accordance with money security guidelines

REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

Degree in HR management or administration is desirable

Minimum of 9 months of MSF international programme experience inHR/FIN Manager positions in at least 2 different contexts

Experience in unstable and/or highly insecure context is essential

Strong interest in growing into the HR path (towards HRCo) in MSF

International working experience as HR Manager with other INGOs is an asset

Dynamism, rigor and reactivity

Results and quality orientation

Creative problem-solving abilities

Resistance to stress, ability to adapt to different contexts

Leadership (able to set priorities, make choices and assume decisions)

Flexibility - Autonomy

Teamwork and Cooperation

People Management and Development

Experience in supervising, capacity building, coaching and training being a strong asset

• Knowledge of MSF OCB internal HR tools

Languages

• Proficiency in English and French, both spoken & written is mandatory
• Arabic, Spanish, Portuguese or Russian is an asset

Other

• Availability to travel to any country on short notice

CONDITIONS

Expected starting date: As soon as possible

Location: Carried out in the countries of intervention (all contexts, including high-insecurity contexts) - based in thecountry of residence in between assignments

Contract type: Fixed term contract – Full-time

Salary as per MSF mobile staff salary grid

High Mobility Allowance

The contractual terms, conditions and salary will be established according to the official residence of the selected candidate and in respect of MSF standard function and salary grid for mobile staff

Medical insurance 100% covered as per international package; 45 days annual paid leaves; Accomplishment bonus of 1.5-month salary upon completion of a 12-month contract

Not a family position

Adhere to the MSF principles and to our managerial values: Respect, Transparency, Integrity, Accountability, Trust and Empowerment

Adhere to the MSF Behavioural Commitments

Deadline for applications: 1st of November 2026

MSF valuesdiversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, color or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.