Eligibility: Senior humanitarian professionals
Host: International NGO
apply-url: https://www.msf.org/msf-charter
The Head of Emergency Team role in Kenya is a senior position requiring an experienced humanitarian leader to provide strategic and operational direction during complex emergency responses. This role involves managing multidisciplinary teams and working across humanitarian programming, security, operations, and stakeholder engagement. The position aims to strengthen emergency preparedness and ensure timely programme delivery.
Overview
The Head of Emergency Team role is designed for an experienced humanitarian leader who can provide strategic and operational direction during complex emergency responses.
- Strong coordination skills
- Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams
- Practical experience working across humanitarian programming, security, operations and stakeholder engagement
- Strengthen emergency preparedness
- Ensure timely programme delivery
- Support field-based decision-making
- Maintain strong relationships with partners, donors and local actors
Eligibility
The position requires an experienced humanitarian leader with senior emergency response experience.
- Strong coordination skills
- Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams
- Practical experience working across humanitarian programming, security, operations and stakeholder engagement
Benefits
- Contribute to high-quality humanitarian action in a fast-changing context
- Opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team
- Develop strong relationships with partners, donors and local actors
How to Apply
To apply for the Head of Emergency Team role, candidates should follow the application process outlined on the job posting.
- Review the job description and requirements
- Prepare a CV and cover letter
- Submit the application through the provided link
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline for applying to the Head of Emergency Team role?
The deadline for applying is July 10.
What skills are required for the Head of Emergency Team role?
The position requires strong coordination skills, the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams, and practical experience working across humanitarian programming, security, operations and stakeholder engagement.
What is the purpose of the Head of Emergency Team role?
The purpose of the role is to provide strategic and operational direction during complex emergency responses and to strengthen emergency preparedness.
What type of experience is required for the Head of Emergency Team role?
The position requires senior emergency response experience and the ability to contribute to high-quality humanitarian action in a fast-changing context.
How can I apply for the Head of Emergency Team role?
Candidates can apply through the provided link and should follow the application process outlined on the job posting.