Project Manager for the Intersectional MSF Hazardous Waste Project at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)

Médecins Sans Frontières

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 hours ago
Médecins sans frontières (MSF) or Doctors Without Borders, is an international humanitarian-aid non-governmental organization (NGO) and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, best known for its projects in war-torn regions and developing countries facing endemic diseases.Project Manager for the Intersectional MSF Hazardous Waste ProjectTasks & ResponsibilitiesHuman resource management
  • Recruit, induct, and manage the field-based Watsan (Water, Hygiene, Sanitation) Manager to work on the project.
  • Functionally manage the field-based teams assigned to the project from all participating MSF sections.
  • Motivate, build capacity, and evaluate his/her team.
  • Demonstrate project leadership with all stakeholders.
Project management
  • Coordinate the project steering committee meetings, keeping the steering committee informed of project advancement and evolution.
  • Perform all necessary reporting to the TIC Secretariat and keep project documents updated.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with national authorities, export partners, and MSF leadership to ensure project alignment and compliance.
  • Independently manage the budget for the TIC project (totaling over $400k) with regular follow-up and reporting.
Implementing Phase 0 - Remote Feasibility & Strategic Planning
  • Assess feasibility of alternative implementation countries (Plan B: Chad, DRC, CAR).
  • Conduct remote situational analysis for South Sudan (Plan A remains priority).
  • Coordinate with supply and technical referents to define waste reduction strategies.
  • Collect and analyze hazardous waste inventories across MSF projects together with the teams based in the field.
  • Define field-level responsibilities and draft SOPs.
  • Initiate discussions with exporters; evaluate transport routes and destinations.
  • Update project documentation and define Phase 1 roadmap.
  • Maintain regular communication with the Steering Committee and TIC Secretariat.
Implementation Phase 1 - Field Feasibility & Operational Setup
  • Finalize stakeholder mapping and governance structure.
  • Update and finalize the waste inventory at field level.
  • Identify and engage with relevant authorities and export partners.
  • Ensure the establishment of interim storage and transport logistics.
  • Develop detailed budget and operational plan for Phase 2.
QualificationsEducation
  • Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Public Health, Environmental Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
  • Project Management Certification (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) is highly desirable.
Experience
  • Minimum 5 years in project management, including innovation or governance projects.
  • Proven experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects in low-resource or insecure environments.
  • Experience with MSF or similar humanitarian organizations is a plus.
  • Familiarity with hazardous waste management, logistics, or environmental health is a plus.
Competencies
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting capabilities.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to manage uncertainty and adapt plans.
  • Fluent in English (C1); French is an asset.
  • Culturally sensitive, inclusive, and committed to MSF's humanitarian values
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