Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization. As a non-profit, self-governed movement of over 63,000 dedicated professionals, we provide life-saving medical assistance to people affected by armed conflict, natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and exclusion from healthcare.

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In the Logistics department, the Field Support Unit (FSU) gives support to the logistics and technical staff working in the country programs, which includes the support to construction activities, the management of vehicle fleets and complex equipment that are used to support our humanitarian medical operations.

With immediate effect our Logistics department is looking for a:

Health Care Facilities Management Advisor

Based in Amsterdam – 3 to 4 visits to project countries

Job Objective

Take the lead in addressing challenges related to healthcare (facilities) management within country programs. Drive enhancements in the skills and capabilities of country program teams, while spearheading the development of innovative policies, efficient procedures, practical tools, and valuable knowledge resources in this specialized field.

Scope of HFM

Healthcare Facilities management (HFM) is a pillar of hospital management. Its core role is ensuring the fit for purpose of the physical infrastructure (i.e. buildings, HVAC systems, electrical systems, elevators and lifts, plumbing) and the efficient management of specific non-medical services and processes (e.g. laundry, catering/kitchen, environmental cleaning).

It is also a key component for matters related to safety and contingency planning (e.g. electricity backup, emergency preparedness). It plays a crucial role in the design of health structures (during emergency response but also during the master planning of secondary healthcare structures).

HFM is a highly transversal domain that intersects with multiple disciplines represented in the organization by technical advisors (Construction, Energy, Biomed, Lab, WatSan, IPC but also other medical disciplines).

Main responsibilities

  • Shape the Vision: Develop and promote a clear vision for healthcare facilities management (HFM) by creating and maintaining a comprehensive set of procedures, guidelines, protocols, tools, and standards to support it.

  • Expert Support: Provide expert advice and hands-on support to country program teams on all HFM-related matters. Collaborate with external partners to bring in specialized expertise when required.

  • On-Site Assistance: Conduct on-site visits to country programs to guide field teams, assess challenges, and recommend the best solutions for effective facilities management.

  • Knowledge Management: Maintain and update the HFM knowledge repository and website, ensuring it serves as a reliable reference for country program staff. Foster a community of specialists through regular webinars and a community of practice.

  • Staff Development: Support HRM in maintaining a pool of specialized logistics staff by assisting in staff selection. Empower country program teams through training, mentoring, and contributions to educational programs.

  • Emergency Deployment: Occasionally join deployment teams during the start-up of medium to large-scale emergencies to provide expertise and support.

Candidate profile

Required

  • Education: Engineering degree in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent by experience

  • At least 5 years work experience abroad, in several different countries where the organization has its programs, with a humanitarian international NGO (preferably with MSF)

  • Work experience in hospital setting managing cross-departmental processes/services

  • Overseas experience, working experience in different contexts

  • Exposed to emergency response with secondary healthcare component (e.g. surgical program, viral haemorrhagic fever response, cholera treatment centres)

  • An excellent command of the English and French languages

  • Results orientated and ability to build strong relationships with senior staff in country programs as well as the ability to build strong and inclusive relationships with Experts/Advisors in HQ

  • Flexibility and availability to travel (sometimes on a short notice) and work in program countries - 3 to 4 times a year, spending 2 to 4 weeks per visit

We offer

A challenging and exciting position in an international environment, with frequent travels to program countries.

A Dutch employment contract, with a preferred start date of as soon as possible. Based on 40 hours per week (100%) for one year with renewal option based on satisfactory performance appraisal. This is a permanent position.

A gross monthly salary range between 4,269 and 5,877 euro depending on relevant work experience, based on a fulltime appointment.  

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

  • L&D will support you with a variety of learning and development opportunities with internal and external trainings and courses

Application

If you recognise yourself in this profile, we welcome you to apply directly via our website and upload a letter of motivation + Curriculum Vitae (in English).

The closing date for applications is 8 February 2026 at 23:59h.

Please note that the application deadline specified above may be subject to extension at MSF-Netherland’s discretion. Interviews are planned for the week of 9 February and second round in the week of 16 February.

Information

If you are interested in this post and would like additional information, please contact Francis Coteur (Pako), Head of Technical Logistics via francis.coteur@amsterdam.msf.org.

For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Irene Tellekamp (Recruiter) at irene.tellekamp@amsterdam.msf.org.

***No agencies please***

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