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CONTEXT
Within MSF-OCB (Operational Center Brussels), the Analysis department is a multidisciplinary team that contributes to the MSF’s social mission by:
Conducting in-depth humanitarian and health policy related research/reflection
Developing and implementing advocacy strategies
Expanding our operational networks
Supporting and challenging operations
And positioning the organization on the politics of health and humanitarianism based on MSF’s operational experience.
The department is composed of experienced humanitarian workers with diverse expertise:
The Health Politics team
The Forced Migration team
The Conflict and Humanitarianism team
The Humanitarian Access and Networking team
As theRegional Humanitarian Access and Networking Advisor for Central Africa,you will be part of the Humanitarian Access and Networking Team. The team consists of four regional advisers and a coordinator. It focuses on supporting operations to strengthen their context analysis and networking capacity. The Regional advisers are responsible for developing an in-depth regional context analysis and will support operations in developing their operational networks and humanitarian negotiations where needed.
In Central Africa, MSF-OCB is currently operational in DRC, Burundi, CAR and Chad.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Context analysis
Carry out on-going in-depth analysis of the region, monitoring the political, economic and military dynamics, in synergy and in coordination with Operations department (Emergency pool, Cells and country teams involved)
Ensure, together with the operations, that regular actor mapping is carried out of all political, military, and civil society actors relevant to our area of operations
Monitor and analyze regional developments and links between countries in the region to help operations understand the impact of political developments across the region on our operations
Provide regular updates on political developments according to priority contexts/groups set by operations and analysis department, especially when it comes to positions/threats/opportunities regarding aid actors
Networking
Reinforce regional context analysis and networking in Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania and Cameroon as per operational needs
Support the Country Coordinators and Operations Coordinator on networking and humanitarian negotiations
Support the operations in the development of a country-level networking strategy that is coherent across the region
Identify ways to support operations in their engagement with governments, military, academic and civil society (based on identified gaps) at regional level
Liaise with the Humanitarian Representatives for East and West Africa on networking relevant to the region
Liaise with other MSF projects in the region on access and networking issues
Network with external specialists in coordination with operations and analysis department colleagues
Support and coaching
Develop a strategy to support and coach senior project -and country-based colleagues that are involved in context analysis and networking (including through the exchange of best-practices, training opportunities, regular meetings, etc. at regional level)
Facilitate and support training on Humanitarian Negotiations in the region
Organize regular workshops for MSF networkers in the region to provide updated context analysis and networking strategies
Operational support
Participate in exploratory assessments to identify potential new operations (emergency or regular projects)
Short-term gap-filling assignments to support operations in the region (maximum 2 months)
REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
A degree in a medical qualification, political sciences, sociology, international relations, International Humanitarian Law or another relevant area of study
At least 10 years of operational experience in different humanitarian contexts, including in the Central Africa Region
Senior level international experience (Coordination roles) with MSF or in a similar humanitarian international organization
Direct experience in humanitarian negotiation with diverse stakeholders is mandatory
Experience of working in insecure environments, and emergency response operations
Proven track record in context analysis, negotiation and networking
Excellent knowledge of the Central Africa Region
Competencies
Proven ability to take initiatives and to work independently
Capacity to develop and implement a strategic vision
Strong networking skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to represent MSF toward multiple counterparts
Very good written and oral communication skills
Team player
Cross-cultural awareness
Languages
Proficiency in French, both written & spoken is mandatory
Good knowledge of English, both written and spoken is mandatory
Fluency in at least one of the main languages spoken in the region is an asset
CONDITIONS
Expected starting date: As soon as possible
Location: Nairobi (Kenya)
Mobility: minimum of 3 visits per year to programs in the Region
Contract type: Fixed term contract – Full time
Contract duration: 2 years (extendable)
The contractual terms, conditions and salary will be established according to the official residence of the selected candidate and in compliance with the standard MSF Nairobi function and salary grids
Family position possible according to the hosting MSF entity policies and conditions
Adhere to the MSF principles and to our managerial values: Respect, Transparency, Integrity, Accountability, Trust and Empowerment
Adhere to the MSF Behavioral Commitments
How to apply
Submit your application via the ‘Apply here’ button on the vacancy page
You will be directed to the online application form for this position
It should take 5-10 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance for having your CV and motivation letter ready to upload (preferably in pdf format**)**
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for applications: 8th of April 2026
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