Médecins Sans Frontières Suisse is Seeking for a Cell 4 Intern – Apply By 12 April 2026 @Apply By 12 April 2026

Overview

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Suisse is seeking a Cell 4 Intern in Geneva to support its humanitarian operations, providing operational and administrative assistance over a duration of 6 to 9 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational coordination and administrative support
• Human Resources tasks for international staff
• Development of a Medico-Operational dossier aligned with both operational needs and academic requirements
• Operational Support (40%):
  • Organize and document meetings, including agendas, minutes, and archiving
  • Manage information systems and online platforms (Kompas, SharePoint)
  • Prepare operational documents and presentations
  • Support logistics and finance processes
  • Provide ad-hoc assistance to the Directorate of Operations
  • Prepare operational updates for Headquarters
• HR and Administrative Support (40%):
  • Maintain international staff tracking and monitor documentation requirements
  • Organize briefings and debriefings for staff
  • Support staff integration in operations
  • Monitor and file job descriptions and mission positions weekly
  • Assist with administrative follow-ups
• Medico-Operational Dossiers (20%):
  • Develop one Medico-Operational dossier during the internship
  • Topic selection must be approved by the Responsible Person (RP)
  • Deliverables may include reports or other formal outputs

Requirements

• Must have a tripartite internship agreement
• Fluent in English and French (written and spoken)
• Enrolled in a Master’s program in Social Sciences, Political Science, or related field
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills
• Excellent written communication and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Team player with ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders
• Autonomous, proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented

Benefits

• Gross salary of 2,000 CHF per month
• Full-time internship (40h/week)
• Duration: 6 to 9 months

Location

Geneva, Switzerland

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their CV and cover letter via MSF’s recruitment platform.

Deadline

12 April 2026