How to apply

MSF does not accept applications to work in specific programs or emergency contexts. Often in acute emergency responses, gaps are left in other programs or contexts. If you are interested in being part of this general pool of staff that work in MSF's international programs, please review your Specific Role, for your specific requirement criteria. You must submit an official application through the form below to be considered to work in the variety of countries where MSF operates.

Please ensure that you have read through all of the pages in the Work Internationally section and that you meet all of our essential requirements before proceeding with your application.

Interview

Completed applications and supporting documents are screened by an International HR Recruitment Officer within four weeks of submission. Candidates whose qualifications best meet MSF's needs are invited to a phone screening and/or an interview to determine their suitability.

Welcome Days

Following an interview, reference check, and employment verification, suitable candidates are invited to attend our onboarding session called Welcome Days. Following Welcome Days, the recruitment process will be concluded with a background check.

Pool

Selected candidates are included in an active pool of mobile staff. Candidates in the pool may be sent to further MSF training programs before going on an assignment. When the need arises, MSF offices match positions that must be filled to the most appropriate candidate, who is contacted and offered the position. It may take several months for a candidate to be offered a position on a project. We aim to place newly recruited candidates within 6 months.

Inclusion

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement

MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences protected by applicable laws.

We seek a diversity of experience and skills for our workplace and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our openings.

We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.

We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.

Safeguarding Statement

All Employees and Representatives of MSF USA have a duty to treat the individuals, families, and communities with whom we interact and serve with dignity and respect, and to ensure their safety and protection. We are committed to fostering a workplace and organizational culture that is safe, inclusive, and free from harassment, abuse, exploitation, and discrimination. This commitment is supported by policies and procedures that promote an environment where misconduct and abuse are not tolerated.

Employment may be contingent upon satisfactory reference checks and/or background screening appropriate to the responsibilities of the role.

Further read the MSF-USA statement on our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Stay involved

Need further information? Read our FAQs.

You can also find out more about volunteering, interning, or working in our US offices by visiting our US offices jobs listing page.

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