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Join MSF OCG as a Digital Editorial Officer!
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.
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 MSF movement is built around 5 operational centers supported by 24 sections and offices worldwide. MSF Operational Center Geneva (MSF OCG) is one of these centers.
The Digital Editorial Officer (DEO) is responsible for defining the online editorial line of MSF Switzerland, in collaboration with their manager and team members, in alignment with CWA communication priorities and following discussions at the editorial board meeting. This applies to digital channels targeting the French, Italian and German-speaking parts of Switzerland, including the website, all MSF-owned social media platforms, and newsletters.
Tasks & Responsibilities
As an active member of the Editorial Board, the Digital Editorial Officer (DEO) helps define and guide editorial discussions and decisions regarding the dissemination of both planned and unplanned content across MSF’s digital platforms.
Actively follow the news agenda and trending topics that resonate with the Swiss public.
Review all upcoming content announced in the CWA (CIF and MDB content) each week prior to the Editorial Board discussion.
Contribute actively to editorial discussions to help determine content priorities and publication decisions.
In cases of emergency communications or unplanned activities, the DEO is responsible for realigning weekly communication priorities, informing team members and relevant units (e.g., Creative Content Unit, Public Engagement), and ensuring timely publication of content.
Actively develop MSF Switzerland’s LinkedIn presence by publishing timely and relevant content.
Ensure that content produced by OCG and MSF Switzerland is aligned with the communication priorities of the movement (CWA and OCG).
Proactively reach out to Strategic Communication Advisors to discuss content ahead of the production process.
Actively co-create content with Strategic Communication Advisors, the Public Engagement team, the Creative Communications Unit, and other relevant units to develop digital-friendly content packages aligned with established priorities and resonating with audiences in Switzerland.
Attend weekly meetings of the Operational Communications team, DigiProd, and DigiTeam.
Brief the Creative Content Unit on upcoming projects and content needs.
Translate and adapt articles from English to French, as well as other types of website content.
Coordinate newsletter publications in collaboration with the Head of Unit.
Oversee content translations into French and German and manage the web editorial calendar in coordination with the Head of Unit.
Write and optimize all content to meet digital requirements.
Monitor editorial performances and actively participate in feedback and learning meetings.
Be regularly on call, according to the team’s established schedule, during evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
Work closely with digital team members based in Geneva and Zurich on day-to-day activities and content dissemination strategies.
Your profile
Education
Experience
Established experience in journalism, communications, or editorial strategy.
2 years in digital communication, preferably in an international non-profit environment.
Proven track records in social media strategy, publishing and campaigning.
Previous experience at MSF is a plus.
Languages
Skills/ Technical competencies
Solid understanding of humanitarian contexts.
Experience coordinating multi-channel editorial projects.
Demonstrated understanding of how the media landscape functions in Switzerland.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, news-driven environment
Strong sense for the news cycle and emerging trends.
Very comfortable working with multimedia contents.
Track record in understanding of social media.
Personal Abilities/Qualities
High level of adaptability and problem-solving capabilities in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Aware of technology developments and market changes at digital level.
Willingness and ability to work during evenings, weekends, and public holidays when urgent situations arise or when high-visibility campaigns and community engagement are critical.
Commitment to MSF's principles of humanitarian action and medical ethics.
Terms of employment
Full-time position 80% (32h/week)
Open-ended contract
Working place: Geneva, Switzerland
Ideal start date: September the 1st, 2025
Gross annual salary (for 80%): from CHF 69’897.- to CHF 80’486.- (salary commensurate with equivalent experience and internal salary grid)
Paid vacation: 25 days per year, prorate temporis, plus any Swiss public holidays falling within the contract period.
Pension plan: pension contribution covered 3/4 by MSF, 1/4 by staff member.
Relocation package if moving from a different country to Switzerland.
How to apply
Candidates are invited to submit their application exclusively through our recruitment platform, following these guidelines:
The application deadline is July 13th, 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive a sufficient number of quality applications.
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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.