Key Responsibilities

• Conduct structured, health-related interviews with targeted individuals.

• Accurately apply survey protocols to ensure systematic and confidential data collection.

• Clearly explain the purpose of the survey and answer questions from participants.

• Ensure accurate recording of results and compliance with MSF procedures.

• Perform other duties as needed to ensure the success of the survey.

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Requirements

Education:

• Diploma or Degree in Health Promotion, Education, Social Work, Public Health, Sociology, Anthropology, or related field.

Experience:

• Experience conducting household-level health interviews.

• Experience in community engagement or health promotion.

• Field research experience is an asset.

• Prior work with NGOs in the health sector; MSF experience is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficient in using tablets for data collection (mandatory).

• Familiarity with GPS devices is an asset.

• Available for the full duration of the survey, including training and weekend work.

• Strong planning, monitoring, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and flexible.

• Unbiased and open-minded toward survey outcomes.

Languages:

• Proficient in both English and Chichewa (spoken and written).

Core Competencies:

• Commitment to MSF Principles

• Behavioural Flexibility

• Stress Management

• Results and Quality Orientation

• Teamwork

• Service Orientation

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How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should send the following documents in PDF or Word format:

• Cover Letter

• Updated CV

• Copy of National ID

• Relevant Certificates

Send applications by email to:

The Personnel Development Manager

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) France

Email: msff-lilongwe-recruitment@paris.msf.org

Email Subject Line Format: “Position – Your Full Name” (e.g., Interviewer – Jane Banda)

Ensure each file is clearly labelled (e.g., “CV – Jane Banda”). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Important Note

MSF is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered equally based on merit, regardless of ethnic background, gender, age, religion, disability, or any other personal attributes.

MSF does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to pay to process your application, do not pay, and report the incident to: msff-lilongwe-recruitment@paris.msf.org