Overview
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Flying Implementer plays a critical role in operationalizing MSF OCG’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. This dynamic role requires a proactive and enthusiastic individual to partner with mission and project teams to embed DEI into operational strategies, team dynamics, and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Guide missions and projects in implementing DEI principles, focusing on talent attraction, recruitment, career growth and retention, and creating equitable working conditions and culture in teams.
- Champion the creation of inclusive spaces such as Women’s Networks and Men as Allies Groups, fostering a culture of mutual support and allyship across MSF missions.
- Ensure DEI activities are implemented effectively, with the aim of encouraging representation of diverse identities in leadership positions while tracking and reporting outcomes.
- Serve as the primary DEI partner for OCG countries, fostering collaboration between mission teams, projects, and HQ.
- Actively involved in advising countries on DEI key actions to be included in the Plans of Action (PoA) process and encourage meaningful DEI related discussions at Field Associative Debates (FADs).
- Support the identification and prioritization of DEI gaps at the country level, providing tailored, actionable solutions for leadership and DEI sponsors.
- Advocate for DEI-related priorities in leadership discussions, operational planning, and staff forums.
- Deploy DEI workshops, awareness sessions, and tailored coaching programs for mission leadership, HR teams, and project staff, in collaboration with Learning & Development (L&D).
- Equip DEI Focal Points with the skills and tools to navigate challenging conversations, implement DEI initiatives, and support team awareness on DEI related matters.
- Ensure field teams are aware of DEI related topics in HR and Safeguarding policies and practices to inform the development of contextualized adaptations as needed.
- Partner with HR Coordinators (HRCo) and Personal Development Managers (PDMs) to identify and map DEI learning needs, creating targeted interventions for capacity building.
- Develop the DEI Focal Point database and frequently update and track progress of actions taking place in projects and missions in OCG countries.
- Build and sustain robust DEI Focal Point networks across OCG countries, ensuring a consistent and collaborative approach to DEI initiatives.
- Forge partnerships with other MSF operational centres (OCs) working on DEI, sharing best practices and lessons learned.
- Establish connections with regional INGOs and organizations focused on gender equity and inclusion to strengthen MSF’s DEI efforts.
- Actively contribute to internal communities of practice focused on vulnerable identities within the countries, to foster collective ownership of DEI goals.
- Use HR and operational data to monitor the progress of DEI action plans and goals, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
- Ensure regular and transparent reporting on DEI initiatives, including country milestones, challenges, and success stories, to key stakeholders.
Required Experience
- MSF experience highly desirable.
- Experience working across complex, multicultural environments, including engaging with community stakeholders.
- At least 4-5 years of experience in DEI, or organizational development, ideally in a humanitarian or international organization, highly desirable.
- Demonstrated success in implementing DEI programs, including activities such as workshop facilitation, training, coaching, and developing guidelines.
- Proven ability to analyse data, spot trends, and translate findings into actionable strategies.
Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Organizational Development, International Relations, Social Sciences, or related fields.
- Specialized training in DEI or Gender Studies is an advantage.
