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Médecins Sans Frontières is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, healthcare exclusion and natural disasters. MSF offers assistance to people based only on need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Liaison Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Temporary

Scop of Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Give support to external administrative work and to the coordination team in obtaining working/travel permits, as well as all official contacts, procedures and importation of goods, according to local and international laws and MSF procedures, in order to ensure the smooth running of MSF activities.
  • Together with the HR Co, ensure that all MSF staff has applied and obtained on time any visa, stay, travel or working permits in the mission country according to needs, and keep information on legal, administrative procedures.
  • Maintain the support travel service in HQ informed about ongoing processes, specific situations or changes in the procedures related to visas, working permits, etc.
  • Establish and maintain professional contacts with relevant authorities, depending on the context and the needs of the mission.
  • Keep a complete and updated detailed list of all useful contacts in the Country/Mission with names, telephones, addresses and other relevant details.
  • Ensure, together with the MCT members that all MSF activities are running lawfully and in agreement with the Memorandum of Understanding in all administrative or customs related issues and inform about any possible risks or problems.
  • Ensure that no illegal money is paid to any authorities or any individual, promoting and sharing MSF principles and values at all levels.
  • Keep all documentation and files updated, properly filed and easily accessible for the internal users.
  • Assist with immigration procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
  • Provide support in processing various visa applications, including Visa on Arrival (VOA), Schengen visas, and other travel permits.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of visa application requirements and assist applicants through the process.
  • Utilize Microsoft applications, including Word and Excel, to prepare reports, maintain records, and manage documentation.
  • Engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds, offering guidance and support throughout their immigration and travel processes.
  • Stay updated on immigration policies and procedures, demonstrating a willingness to learn and adapt to new regulations.

Minimum Requirements
Education:

  • Essential Diploma
  • Relevant degrees or certificates related to Administration or communication-related studies desirable.

Experience:

  • Previous experience of at least one year in related relevant positions, in MSF or other NGOs.
  • MSF or INGO experience is an asset.

Languages:

  • English.

Knowledge:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Solid understanding of immigration procedures and visa processing.
  • Ability to relate well with people from different cultural and professional backgrounds.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Willingness to learn and stay updated on changing immigration laws and processes.

Competencies:

  • Results and Quality Orientation
  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Behavioural Flexibility
  • Commitment to MSF Principles
  • Service Orientation
  • Stress Management.

Application Dealine 
14th February, 2025.

Method of  Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their complete CV, Cover Letter, updated contact details, and contact information of the previous employer/s for reference to: msfch-nigeria-recruitment@geneva.msf.org using “LIAISON OFFICER – ABUJA” as the subject of the mail.
And:
CLICK HERE TO APPLY online

Note

  • Applications must be in English
  • Do your qualifications and experience not exactly match all requirements of the job? At MSF Switzerland, 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 fulfill every listed qualification.
  • We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, ethnicities, backgrounds, 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.

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