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How to Apply for Flying Implementer - DEI

at Médecins Sans Frontières en Suisse

🏢 About Médecins Sans Frontières en Suisse

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is a globally respected humanitarian organization that provides impartial medical care in crisis zones. Working here means contributing to life-saving missions while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within a complex international structure. MSF Switzerland offers a unique opportunity to drive systemic change in an organization that operates in over 70 countries.

About This Role

As the Flying Implementer - DEI, you will be the hands-on force translating DEI strategy into action across MSF's operational countries. You'll travel to missions, deliver workshops, coach leadership, and embed inclusive practices in recruitment, retention, and culture. This role is pivotal in making DEI tangible in high-pressure humanitarian settings.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve flying to a new mission country, meeting with the HR team to review recruitment data for bias, then facilitating a workshop on inclusive leadership for field managers. Later, you'd coach a DEI Focal Point on creating a safe space for staff feedback, and end the day by documenting insights for the global DEI team.

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🎯 Who Médecins Sans Frontières en Suisse Is Looking For

  • Experienced in DEI implementation within international or humanitarian contexts, with a track record of facilitating workshops and coaching diverse teams.
  • Skilled in HR processes (recruitment, career development) and able to align them with DEI goals, such as reducing bias and promoting equity.
  • Comfortable with frequent travel and adapting DEI approaches to different cultural and operational realities.
  • Fluent in English and French, with strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

📝 Tips for Applying to Médecins Sans Frontières en Suisse

1

Tailor your CV to highlight specific DEI implementations, not just policies. Use metrics like 'increased diverse hires by 20%' or 'trained 50+ staff'.

2

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your experience to MSF's humanitarian mission—show you understand the unique challenges of DEI in crisis settings.

3

Research MSF's current DEI initiatives (e.g., Women's Networks) and mention how you would expand or improve them.

4

Prepare a 1-page summary of a DEI project you led, detailing steps, challenges, and outcomes—attach it as a supplement.

5

Demonstrate language proficiency: if you're not fully bilingual, emphasize your willingness to improve and any relevant language courses.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your hands-on experience implementing DEI programs in multicultural, high-stress environments.', 'Ability to travel extensively and adapt DEI strategies to local contexts.', "Understanding of MSF's dual commitment to humanitarian action and internal equity.", 'Specific examples of facilitating change in recruitment, retention, or inclusive culture.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review MSF's latest annual report and any published DEI statements or progress reports.
  • → Learn about MSF Switzerland's specific organizational structure and its operational countries.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the 'Women's Networks' and 'Men as Allies' initiatives mentioned in the job description.
  • → Understand current humanitarian crises where MSF is active, as context for DEI challenges.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you implemented a DEI initiative in a resistant or resource-limited environment. What was your approach?
2 How would you assess DEI gaps in a new mission country with limited data?
3 How do you handle pushback from senior leadership on DEI priorities?
4 Give an example of a DEI training you designed and facilitated. How did you measure its impact?
5 How do you balance global DEI standards with local cultural norms in a humanitarian context?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Being too theoretical: avoid generic DEI buzzwords without concrete examples of implementation.
  • Underestimating the travel requirement: emphasize your flexibility and previous travel-heavy roles.
  • Ignoring the humanitarian context: don't treat this as a standard corporate DEI role; address the unique pressures of MSF's mission.

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: July 12, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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