Flying paramedical/medical acute care trainer

Join MSF OCG as a Flying paramedical/medical acute care trainer We are looking for passionate candidates ready to contribute to our humanitarian mission. Below, you will find the job details and the qualifications we are looking for. This is a field-based position with visits to the headquarters in Geneva Inclusivity and Diversity at MSF Do your qualifications and experience not exactly match all requirements of the job? At MSF OCG, we are committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies the diverse voices of our staff members. We strive to create workplaces where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together to advance MSF's social mission and create better outcomes for our patients and the communities we work with. We understand that some people may hesitate to apply for employment if they don't meet all listed job requirements. Research shows that this is especially true for women. If you believe your profile is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply even if you don't fulfil every listed qualification. We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, background, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics. MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of discrimination or harassment, including sexual harassment. All selected candidates will undergo reference checks. Context & mission Médecins Sans Frontières is an independent, international medical and humanitarian organization that provides care to people in need, people affected by natural or man-made disasters, and victims of armed conflict, without discrimination and without regard to race, religion, creed or political affiliation (MSF Charter). The Trainer in Acute Care is responsible for understanding the specific learning medical needs, conducting learning needs analyses, designing, implementing, and evaluating training strategies for Acute care. This role ensures that teams are equipped with the necessary skills to address the emergency situations we are facing in emergency and acute care settings. Working in the L&D unit closely with stakeholders like the BEMU and the intersectional course's coordinator, the trainer helps tailor training programs to field needs, ensuring continuous professional development and improved quality of care. The position contributes to the overall strategic goals of OCG's L&D unit by enhancing the capacity and efficiency of emergency care teams in diverse environments. Tasks and responsibilities Conduct learning needs analysis with Emergency Care Advisor and the L&D unit to identify skill gaps and guide the design and adaptation of Acute Care trainings. Collaborate with project teams to design and implement tailored training programs that address specific field needs. Develop and update training materials and methodologies in both face-to-face and online modalities to ensure alignment with current standards and field teams. Prepare, organize and facilitate training sessions and workshops in the field to build capacity among Acute care teams. Ensure the follow-up post training. Evaluate the effectiveness of training through post-training assessments and feedback to improve future training strategies and delivery. Provide ongoing mentoring and/or coaching to individuals and teams to support the application of learned skills in real-world emergency scenarios. Demonstrate conceptual initiative and innovation within the team to improve daily practice. Deliver onsite and offsite trainings in Acute Care and Disaster Medicine, ensuring compliance with established standards. Participate in creating a facilitator's pool in diverse subject in Acute Care and Disaster Medicine. Your Profile Education Essential: Qualified nurse or medical doctor Desired: Certification in BASIC, BEC & MCM; Training of Trainer or other training in pedagogy, adults' education Experience Essential : Extensive and recent experience in acute care Experience in emergency missions in low resources context. Experienced trainer Desired : Experience in MSF projects involving trauma and Mass Casualty skills Languages Essential : English French Desired : Arabic Personal Abilities & Skills Behavioural & Managerial Competencies Effective Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Cross-Cultural Sensitivity, Analytical Thinking, Critical Thinking, Creativity & Innovation, Flexibility, Stress Management, Openness to Change, Commitment to Humanitarian Principles. Ability to work in a team and close collaboration with medical advisor/implementer Know-How The role requires specialized knowledge in Acute Care and Disaster Medicine, including familiarity with medical protocols, humanitarian standards, and emergency response frameworks. Ability to lead training initiatives, manage projects, coordinate with field teams. Must possess excellent organizational skills Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for effectively conveying training content, collaborating with field teams, and documenting reports. Additionally, the ability to facilitate workshops and provide coaching in high-pressure environments is critical. Problem Solving High level of autonomy in implementing training programs, as well as determining how best to address field requirements. The role also involves independent decision-making when evaluating the effectiveness of training and adapting methodologies based on feedback. Training strategies must be flexible and responsive to these changes. Accountability Strengthen the quality and effectiveness of intensive care and disaster medicine efforts by defining and implementing training content and methodologies that enhance field team performance and contribute to the success of emergency and disaster interventions. The position is accountable for continuously assessing and improving training strategies based on feedback and evaluations, contributing to the long-term development of emergency care capabilities within the organization. Terms of employment Fixed-term contract, 12 months Part-time, 50% (20h/week) Working place : Field-based position with visits to the headquarters in Geneva Practical working conditions in the field are in accordance with the MSF OCG volunteer manual. Ideal start date: February 2nd, 2026 Gross monthly salary at 50%: CHF 2'750.- Benefits: Health insurance and living expenses in the countries of intervention and at headquarters, paid according to internal regulations. How to apply Candidates are invited to submit their application exclusively through our recruitment platform, following these guidelines: CV (maximum 2 pages) Cover letter (maximum 1 page) Documents must be submitted in either English or French. The application deadline is January 11th, 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive a sufficient number of quality applications. All applications will be treated confidentially. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please note that we do not wish to use the services of recruitment or placement agencies.