Tasks & Responsibilities

Human 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.


Qualifications

Education


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