Human Resources Director - MSF Lebanon

CONTEXT  

MSF Lebanon is a Branch Office established in 2018, contributing to MSF’s purpose through regional anchoring, workforce development and institutional continuity. It operates in a complex humanitarian environment and aims to strengthen its contribution to the global workforce, communication, and partnerships. 

As the Human Resources Director in Lebanon, and reporting to the Executive Director, you lead the HR function and define and implement HR and administration strategy in alignment with MSF Lebanon strategic ambitions and MSF global workforce priorities. 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Define and lead the HR strategy in alignment with MSF Lebanon strategic ambitions and MSF global workforce priorities  
• Advise the Executive Director and Management Team on workforce strategy, organizational development and culture  
• Lead the HR department and ensure coherence and quality across all HR functions including domestic HR, HR support to programmes, hosting and administration  
• Translate strategic priorities into operational plans and ensure implementation, monitoring and adaptation  
• Oversee workforce planning, HR budget and resource allocation  
• Ensure HR policies, systems and tools are compliant and continuously improved  
• Strengthen HR data management and digitalisation to support decision-making  
• Ensure quality HR services across the employee lifecycle including recruitment, learning and development, performance and career management  
• Promote organizational development, staff engagement, well-being, safeguarding and duty of care  
• Strengthen MSF Lebanon’s contribution to the global workforce by ensuring recruitment, development and mobilization of international mobile staff  
• Ensure timely and quality staffing support to MSF programmes, including emergency response  
• Maintain strong collaboration with operational entities and key stakeholders  
• Contribute to organisational governance and decision-making as a member of the Management Team  
• Represent MSF Lebanon in HR platforms within the MSF movement and contribute to global HR initiatives 

REQUIREMENTS 

Education & Experience 

• Advanced university degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related studies, or equivalent relevant experience 
• Minimum 6 years of HR leadership experience is mandatory, preferably from an international non-profit service organization or humanitarian sector 
• International experience with MSF is a strong asset 
• Experience working in complex, insecure and volatile environments 

• Experience in organisational development and in driving change management initiatives 

• Extensive end-to-end HR management experience 

Competencies 

• Strategic Vision  

• Leadership and People Management and Development  

• Cross-cultural Awareness  

• Service Orientation  

• Planning and Organising  

• Networking and Building Relationships  

• Advanced analytical and decision-making skills, including the use of HR metrics and data-driven insights  

• Strong presentation and facilitation skills  

• Inclusive leadership style, with the ability to work in complex, multicultural environments 

• Motivation and interest to work in a humanitarian organization, and more particularly with MSF 

Languages 

• Proficiency in English, both written & spoken is mandatory 

• Arabic is a strong asset 

• French is an asset 

CONDITIONS 

• Expected starting date: December 2026 

• Location: Beirut (Lebanon)  

• Contract type: Open-ended contract with a 3-year mandate (extendable for max. 3 more years) – Full-time 

• Mobility: frequent visits to other MSF offices 

• Salary & contract according to MSF Lebanon function grid 

• Monthly Cost of living allowance – Transportation allowance – 25 days annual leave + National public holidays – Health insurance coverage 

• Not a family or couple position 

• Adhere to the MSF principles and to our managerial values: Respect, Transparency, Integrity, Accountability, Trust and Empowerment 

• Adhere to the MSF Behavioral Commitments 

Deadline for applications: 29th of July 2026 

How to apply? 

➢ Submit your application via the 'Apply here' button 

➢ You will be directed to the online application form for this position 

➢ It should take 5-10 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance for having your CV and motivation letter ready to upload 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

MSF values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, color or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. 

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