Description
We are looking for passionate candidates ready to contribute to our humanitarian mission.
Below, you will find the job details and the qualifications we are looking for.
Inclusivity and Diversity at MSF
Do your qualifications and experience not exactly match all requirements of the job?
At MSF OCG, we are committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together to advance MSF's social mission and create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with.
We understand that some people may hesitate to apply for employment if they don't meet all listed job requirements. Research shows that this is especially true for women. If you believe your profile is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply even if you don’t fulfil every listed qualification.
We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, background, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.
MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment. All selected candidates will undergo reference checks.
Context & mission
Médecins Sans Frontières is an independent, international medical and humanitarian organization that provides care to people in need, people affected by natural or man-made disasters, and victims of armed conflict, without discrimination and without regard to race, religion, creed or political affiliation (MSF Charter).
The MSF movement is built around 5 operational centers supported by 24 sections and offices worldwide. MSF Operational Center Geneva (MSF OCG) is one of these centres.
Context:
The Single Data Entry (SDE) project is a transformational initiative led by MSF to significantly improve the quality and efficiency of supply chain data entry in stock management processes (cargo reception, order preparation, stock count) across multiple operational centres (OC). The solution being developed revolves around a mobile application leveraging QR codes and AI-powered OCR technologies to automate data capture and integrate with MSF’s existing supply chain systems. The project team is looking for an application manager to bring technical expertise and a capacity to coordinate with IT organizations across OCs to execute its test & deployment strategy and define the support model.
Mission:
The IT Project Manager is pivotal in developing and implementing the SDE solution to meet high standards and integrate smoothly with existing systems and stock management tools. Responsible for the successful delivery of IT solutions supporting the SDE program, this role ensures both business, functional and technical requirements are efficiently met. The IT Project Manager will work closely with diverse stakeholders to develop and implement tailored solutions, ensuring these are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic objectives. In this role, you will provide technical leadership within the SDE core team, manage the product development, and collaborate with technical experts from the four cosponsoring Operational Centers (OCs) of the SDE program.
We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager with a robust background in software development and a proven track record in leading mobile application projects. Join us at Médecins Sans Frontières and contribute your expertise!
Occasional travel to the field or the Geneva Office can be expected.
Scope of responsibilities:
• Collaborate with IT working groups from co-sponsoring OCs to ensure building a viable, maintainable and deployable solution
• Lead end-to-end planning and delivery of the product development project
• Collaborate and build relationship with suppliers to enable project success
• Monitor project progress and performance, identify variances, and drive corrective actions to keep delivery on track.
• Identify, assess and manage risks, issues, blockers and dependencies, including escalation where needed.
• Ensure readiness and support go-live of the solution in MSF missions
• Coordinate testing, defect resolution, environment readiness, release planning and go-live activities, in collaboration with the Deployment Manager.
• Promote adherence to quality standards, security requirements, compliance needs, and operational readiness expectations.
• Lead workshop and activities to define the operating model and ensure successful transition to business-as-usual after implementation
Your profile:
Education;
• Master’s degree in computer sciences, information systems, engineering, or a related field)
Experience:
• At least 5 years of successful IT project management, with experience in developing, deploying, and maintaining mobile applications
• Broad technical proficiency across various roles, including developer, business analyst, technical lead, and project manager
• Familiarity with working in an international setting, with prior humanitarian experience a plus.
• Previous experience with MSF is valued.
Languages:
• Fluent in English and French.
Personal qualities:
• Strong ability to foster trust and collaboration in a multicultural and matrix setting.
• Strong communication skills
• Proactive and autonomous
• Committed to the MSF values
Terms of employment:
• Full-time position 100% (40h/week)
• Fixed-term contract : 9 months
• Place of work : Geneva, Switzerland
• Ideal start date: September 2026
• Gross annual salary (for 100%): from CHF 102’180.- to CHF 116’484.- (based on relevant equivalent experience and MSF’s internal salary grid
• Paid leave: 25 days per year, prorated, plus any Swiss public holidays falling within the contract period.
• Pension plan: pension covered 75% by MSF, 25% by staff member.
• Relocation support available for eligible candidates.
How to apply:
Candidates are invited to submit their application exclusively through our recruitment platform, following these guidelines:
• CV (maximum 2 pages)
• Cover letter (maximum 1 page)
• Documents must be submitted in English or French.
The application deadline is 09 August 2026.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.
All applications will be treated confidentially.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not use the services of recruitment or placement agencies.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive a sufficient number of quality applications.
All applications will be treated confidentially.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not wish to use the services of recruitment or placement agencies.
Apply Here:
https://msf.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/work-with-msf-ocg-hq-lhs/job/GENEVA/IT-Project-Manager--TIC-Single-Data-Entry-_JR114327