Intern, Cell 1 (Human Resources and Operations Support)

About the role

MSF Operational Center Geneva (MSF OCG) is looking for a Cell 1 intern to support the Operational HR Partner (HROP) with delegated HR activities and files, and to provide operational and administrative support to the Cell Team. The intern acts as a focal point for the files, supports the HROP's daily work and coordinates with headquarters departments, field missions and the Cell Team. About 60% of the time is spent on HR and administrative support and 40% on operational support.

Key responsibilities

• Translate operational ambitions into HR needs and plan IMS positions: follow up on international staff job descriptions, update the international staff tracking table, compile a weekly table of positions to open, and support IMS job openings and proposals.
• Support the verification of IMS contract changes and prepare monthly payroll information, follow up on staff movements and visas, welcome international staff, and handle pre-departure and return documents.
• Collect and develop HR statistics and indicators, and take part in HR briefings, meetings and the monthly "Tour du Monde".
• Organize cell meetings, manage information platforms such as Kompas and SharePoint, coordinate cell events, and organize group BIC briefings.
• Support the preparation of operational documents, powers of attorney, and audit-related information, and give ad hoc support to the Directorate of Operations.
• Work on an HR-operational dossier combining operational needs, academic requirements and a link to the intern's future career, with a deliverable presented at the end of the internship.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Humanitarian Studies, Development Studies, HR Management, Business Administration or another relevant field.
• No specific work experience required; NGO or charity experience is an advantage.
• Fluent written and spoken English; knowledge of French is an asset.
• Knowledge of the humanitarian environment and excellent writing skills.

Required skills

• Analytical and synthesis capacity, planning and organization.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• Ability to work autonomously, proactively and flexibly.

Terms of employment

• Tripartite internship agreement, 6 to 9 months, full time (40 hours per week).
• Based in Geneva, starting 11 January 2027.
• Gross monthly remuneration of 2,000 CHF.
• Applications via the recruitment platform with a CV and cover letter in English; deadline 30 November 2026.