Responsable de Asociación del Programa OCB

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement the OCB associative strategy with the OCB Board and OCB group association teams
• Contribute to the annual action plan and budget and monitor delivery against priorities
• Translate governance priorities into associative projects that are connected to operational reality
• Ensure decisions and key information from governance are shared and understood in programmes
• Act as interface between Board, management, Operations and association members to enable two-way communication
• Support and follow up associative projects across programmes and ensure continuity of initiatives
• Coach and support associative focal points and networks in countries of operation and keep stakeholder mapping updated
• Guide the design of project documentation, objectives, action plans and budgets for associative initiatives
• Promote ownership of associative life by Operations at project, coordination and HQ levels
• Coordinate the Field Associative Debates process within OCB and support project teams when needed
• Follow the motions cycle and coordinate with the Motions Committee through the OCB Board representative
• Strengthen cross learning and visibility of initiatives across programmes and associative platforms including the Souk
• Plan and deliver member engagement activities such as webinars, workshops and debates
• Lead or co lead the content and preparation of key annual events including OCB Gathering, MSF Belgium General Assembly and the Association Representatives Workshop
• Develop and maintain attractive resources and tools for Association Representatives and online participation
• Represent OCB on relevant networks and working groups including the Souk Editorial Committee
• Monitor activities, manage suppliers and report on budget and expenses linked to associative activities
• Manage interns and volunteers and coordinate short term contracts and external providers when relevant

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• 3 to 5 years of MSF international coordination experience including monitoring and analysis of project outcomes is mandatory
• Practical experience with associative activities in countries of operation such as debates, workshops or associative focal point roles is mandatory
• Experience with participatory leadership and facilitation techniques is mandatory
• Experience as Project Coordinator or Country Coordinator is an asset
• Involvement in associative processes, motions, governance platforms or associative networks is an asset

Competencies

• Commitment to MSF principles and to MSF associative identity
• Strong understanding of MSF operations and the links between HQ and countries of operation
• Networking and relationship building across cultures and seniority levels
• Planning and organising with ability to manage multiple dossiers, timelines and stakeholders
• Clear communication, synthesis and facilitation skills
• Initiative and ability to work autonomously in a non-hierarchical environment
• Teamwork and cooperation, with ability to work as a close working pair

Languages

• Proficiency in English and French, both written & spoken is mandatory
• Proficiency in Arabic, Portuguese or Spanish is a strong asset
• Any additional language supporting engagement with members worldwide is an asset

Other

• Willingness and availability to travel regularly, including to countries of operation
• Ability and willingness to work outside standard office hours during peak associative periods