ABOUT MSF
Doctors without Borders (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation committed to two objectives: providing medical assistance to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, healthcare exclusion, natural and man-made disasters; and speaking out about the plight of the populations assisted. MSF offers assistance to people based only on need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. Today, MSF is present in more than 70 countries, where thousands of MSF doctors, nurses, logisticians, water-and-sanitation experts, and other medical and non-medical professionals work together to bring essential health services to people caught in humanitarian crises.

JOB OVERVIEW
This is an internship position to enhance one experience through supporting the recruitment team on three areas of their activities which includes: Field recruitment, Office recruitment and Friends of MSF engagements within the HR department.


Purpose of the job: Support recruitment and Friends of MSF activities.
Department: HR
Report to: Recruitment Officer


Field Recruitment key tasks & responsibilities:

• Ensure all applications are received, screened and applicants receive feedback at the right time.
• Implements selection process as described in the relevant MSF Sn A Recruitment documents, always ensuring the quality of the process. Responsibilities include CV screening, Collection and verification of candidate documents and credentials.
• Organising of the Assessment Centres.
• Conducting MIE and reference checks.
• Collection and verification of candidate documents and credentials.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of the recruitment process and its results, produces monthly and other specialized reports

Domestic Recruitment key tasks & responsibilities:

• Arrange, organize, and file all the recruitment interview files.
• Ensure all invitations and bookings we need as the Recruitment team is done and the material, we need is prepared for the example for the interview day.
• Giving Feedback to the candidates through smooth communication with candidates.
• Responsible for CV screening on recruitment platforms.
• Support the recruitment officer on presentation and reporting on recruitment Stats; for example, policy updates, guidelines, and other updates.
• Updating Recruitment Tracker.
• Job advert sharing through social media and emailing.
• Better understanding of MSF recruitment policy and employment regulations trends stipulated by the governments.

• Other ad-hoc recruitment-related duties.

Friends of MSF key tasks & responsibilities:

• The main objective of the Fo MSF program is to raise awareness of MSF work amongst the medical and other university students which will encourage them to consider working with MSF or humanitarian organizations in their future careers.
• Oversee and Coordinate Friends of MSF (University Societies) programs in raising awareness about MSF through their events by planning events, approval of events as well and attending events.
• Ensure that events are done in accordance to MSF principles as also guided by MOU between MSF and Universities.
• Regularly check their Social Media Updates (Facebook, Instagram.

• Develop a working plan together with respective friends of MSF focal points.
• Select the most appropriate events in which MSF will be involved.
• Work with the focal points to increase the number of Friends of MSF.
• Expand the friends of MSF ideology to other universities with medical students.
• Develop social media tools that will link friends of MSF country wide.
• Link the MSF SA office with the friends of the MSF network.

REQUIRMENTS

Education

• Degree or National Diploma in HRM, Marketing, Communications, Project Management.

Personal attributes and Competencies

• Willingness to learn.
• Good listening and communication skills.
• Good planning and organising skills.
• Team player and ability to take on cross functionality.
• Results and quality orientation.
• High tolerance of stressful working conditions.

• Strong customer service focus and excellent attention to detail.

Remuneration and resources

• Resources needed such as working space, computer, internet, stationery, and other resources will be made available.
• Monthly Stipend: R 5000.
• 100% Medical aid contribution.
• Transport allowance.
• Cell Phone Allowance.

Commitment
Length of commitment: 12 months

Closing date: 17 September 2024
Start Date: 11 November 2024

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


MSF values diversity and is committed to create an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation and all other diversity characteristics.


The protection of your personal data is important to MSF. By submitting your application, you consent to MSF using your personal data only for the recruitment process to have all the information and documents necessary to proceed with the recruitment, validation of your application and selection of the most suitable candidate. Your personal data will be treated confidentially. MSF will not use your personal data in any other way not foreseen for purposes of recruitment.