MSF is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization. We are a non-profit, self-governed worldwide movement of more than 63,000 people.
We provide emergency medical assistance during armed conflict, natural disasters, outbreaks of deadly diseases and assist those who are excluded from healthcare. MSF delivers care based on need and when we see injustice, we speak out. We are an organization that remains impartial, knowledgeable, and effective, and this is what makes the difference between life and death.
People are our priority. At Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)/ ArtsenzonderGrenzen, we are committed to an inclusive culture that encourages and supports the diverse voices of our employees. We encourage diverse applicants including individuals of all gender identities, ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, social and marital status, people with different abilities and all other diversity abilities.
Currently, our Organisational Learning and Capability team is looking for an:
L&D Advisor
(Country Programmes)
(based in Amsterdam)
MSF-OCA Learning and Development Department is currently undergoing a transformational process to build an effective, efficient and sustainable model on how to support our organization’s needs but most importantly our Social Mission through the actions of our Staff members.
We are building an agile operational model integrating design thinking in a focused “customer-centric” approach that will lead us to the future.
About the Role
As the Learning & Development Advisor (Country Programs), you will be the link between the Organisational Support Team (OST) and Country Programmes. You guide and support field-based L&D teams and country program leadership in strengthening the capacity and performance of their staff.
You’ll advise on L&D strategies that align with the overall OCA L&D framework, ensuring that staff development is contextually relevant, effective, and sustainable. You will develop and deliver practical L&D tools, guidelines and resources tailored to field realities, while also monitoring their implementation and impact.
Your Responsibilities
Act as an advisor to Country Programmes based L&D/HR teams on L&D strategy, needs assessment, and implementation.
Maintain strong, supportive relationships with country programs; stay informed on program contexts, challenges, and staffing changes.
Develop fit-for-purpose tools, resources, and guides that support the growth of field-based staff and leadership teams.
Coach and mentor L&D staff in-country and share best practices across missions.
Collaborate with Operations and desk teams to integrate L&D support within broader strategic and operational planning.
Ensure compliance with OCA-wide L&D policies, strategies, and procedures across country programs.
Monitor and report on the effectiveness and quality of L&D processes in the field.
Facilitate smooth onboarding of new team members and enhance leadership capabilities through targeted support.
Contribute to learning across the organisation through effective liaison between Country Programmes and HQ.
What You Bring
Proven advisory experience (min. 5 years) in Learning & Development
Experience as a Learning and Development manager in MSF country programmes or for other humanitarian organisations in the sector
Strong advisory and coaching skills with the ability to translate complex needs into practical solutions
Demonstrated ability to develop tools and resources tailored to diverse field settings
Excellent relationship-building skills and cultural sensitivity
Ability and willingness to travel to country programs approximately 4x a year
Collaborative mindset and experience working across multidisciplinary teams
Fluent in English (additional languages such as French or Arabic are an asset)
What We Offer
An employment contract is offered, based on 40 hours per week. The contract is for one year.
The gross monthly salary ranges between 4,269 and 5,877 euros. The exact salary will depend on relevant work experience.
Other benefits include:
30 days off (based on a full-time employment)
A premium free pension where MSF covers 100% of the monthly pension contribution
8% holiday allowance paid out with the salary in May
Discounted daily lunch at the office
Commuting allowance (terms and conditions apply) & work from home allowance
An environment that fosters diversity, with colleagues from around the world representing various cultures and background
Annual personal development budget
To foster a healthy work-life balance we work with a remote working policy where you can work 40% of your weekly hours from home, 60% working in person in the office. Coming together at our office in Amsterdam allows us to have informal exchanges and chance encounters, share ideas more freely and solve challenges together in real-time.
Application
We welcome you to apply directly via the Apply button on this page and upload a letter of motivation + Curriculum Vitae (in English) as one combined document (only applications with motivation will be included in the procedure).
The deadline for application is 10 August 2025 at 23:59 CET
The recruitment process may start before the deadline for applications
Information
If you are interested in this post and would like additional information about the recruitment procedure, the terms and conditions, and the organisation, please contact Ali Hamdan (Recruitment Specialist) at ali.hamdan@amsterdam.msf.org
***No agencies please***