Anticipatory Action (AA) Field & Operational Implementation Support
MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES UK
Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) provides life-saving emergency relief and longer-term medical care to some of the most vulnerable and excluded communities around the world. As an independent medical humanitarian organisation, we deliver care based only on need, regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion or political affiliation.MSF relies on donations from private individuals and organisations for the majority of its income. This private funding gives MSF the freedom to respond where needs are greatest and to speak out publicly, free from any political interference.
MSF has around 67,000 local and international staff working in over 70 countries, in some of the most challenging places in the world. Our medical humanitarian projects are supported by offices in 44 countries, including the UK and Ireland. These teams recruit staff, organise fundraising, and raise awareness on the humanitarian crises our colleagues are witnessing, as well as running different and diverse support activities. MSF offices are spread across Europe, North and South America, Asia, Africa and Australasia.
At MSF UK/IE, we support MSF's operations by building relationships with our supporters, increasing awareness of our work, raising funds, providing specialist medical expertise, ensuring MSF staff have access to relevant higher education programmes, catalysing change on medical humanitarian issues, and recruiting field staff.
MSF UK/IE personnel are dynamic, hard-working, enthusiastic and committed to MSF's values and aims. In addition MSF continues to build upon its presence in Ireland to become a widely recognised, accepted and respected humanitarian organisation among Irish audiences, and within the Irish humanitarian and political sector.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING - If you have applied to MSF within the last 12 months
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If this is your first application
You do not need to take any additional action. Please apply directly through the vacancy.
If you already have a candidate login
Please do not use your existing login. Instead, apply directly from the vacancy page.
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Want to help MSF respond earlier to emerging health risks and make a real difference in humanitarian operations? Join our innovative PRE-ACT project, helping field teams turn early warning data and forecasts into practical action, starting with malaria. You'll work closely with MSF teams across different countries, supporting the rollout of anticipatory tools, delivering training and strengthening operational preparedness.
We're looking for someone with humanitarian operational experience, strong coordination skills and a passion for using data to improve health outcomes.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon - Fri
Duration: Fixed Term Contract - Until September 2029
Location: London - hybrid, 2 days per week in London office (Including Wednesdays)
Salary: £ 54,452.47 - £ 66,553.01 per annum
Closing date for applications: Wednesday, 25 November 2026, 12.00pm (GMT)
Salary is offered in line with our pay framework and typically starts at the entry point of the band. Salary increases are considered annually and are subject to our appraisal and performance review process.
Job Purpose:
The Anticipatory Action (AA) Implementation Support role is responsible for the practical, field‑level implementation and uptake of PRE‑ACT tools, starting with the malaria anticipation dashboard. The role acts as the main interface between PRE‑ACT technical teams and MSF projects, ensuring that anticipatory tools are implemented effectively, used in operational decision‑making, and adapted to local contexts.
Please download the full job and person specification below for further details.
Knowledge Skills and Experience:
- Practical understanding of MSF field operations, including medical, epidemiological, and coordination structures.
- Knowledge of routine health information systems (e.g. DHIS2) and surveillance data.
- Basic understanding of forecasting, uncertainty, and early warning systems.
- Awareness of preparedness, supply, and emergency response cycles.
- Familiarity with Ministries of Health and partner data systems.
- Strong training and facilitation skills.
- Ability to support teams in using data for decision‑making, not only technical deployment.
- Strong organisational and coordination skills to manage multiple implementations.
- Excellent interpersonal and cross‑cultural communication skills.
- Ability to document processes, feedback, and lessons learned clearly.
- Problem‑solving skills in resource‑constrained or emergency settings.
- Experience working in humanitarian field settings or in direct operational support roles.
- Experience implementing or supporting digital health tools, dashboards, or decision‑support systems.
- Experience delivering training and ongoing support to medical or operational teams.
- Experience working with epidemiological or programme data.
- Experience in outbreak preparedness or surveillance is an asset.
- Experience in the practical use of personal IT equipment and Microsoft Office 365 suite.
The ability to effectively collaborate and communicate within a hybrid working environment utilising Teams, SharePoint, One Drive and Yammer.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply on our website by submitting a copy of your CV together with a letter of motivation by the closing date.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application checklist
Please check that you have included the following in your application:
- An up-to-date CV
- Letter of Motivation, which is a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the key requirements of the role
Recruitment timetable:
- Closing date for applications: 25 November 2026, 12.00pm (GMT)
- First Round Interviews: w/c 7 December 2026
- Projected Start Date: January 2027, Dependant on availability
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Accessibility
We are committed to removing barriers for people with specific accessibility needs. If you need an adjustment to the recruitment process to be considered for the role, please let us know by contacting (email hidden)
Examples of adjustments we can make:
- offering you an alternative if you are unable to use our online application system
- providing necessary information, such as the job description or assessment materials, in an alternate format
- allowing you to have someone with you during an interview for example, a Sign Language interpreter.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We are a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive organisation. MSF UK thrives when everyone feels comfortable bringing their best self to work. We celebrate difference, whilst striving to create an environment where colleagues feel respected and valued for their unique potential. We are committed to our values on equity, diversity, and inclusion. Please read our Equality & Diversity policy for more information.
MSF UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from all sections of our diverse community.
Safeguarding
MSF UK/IE is dedicated to safeguarding everyone who comes into contact with the organisation, for whatever reason and however brief. All posts are subject to safer recruitment process which include robust reference requests, scrutiny of employment history and where applicable criminal record and barring checks.
Our safeguarding commitment is underpinned by policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the organisation. On joining MSF UK/IE you will be required to attend safeguarding training to ensure responsibility for and maintaining safe working practice and to safeguard our teams, beneficiaries, and communities.
Right to work in the UK
Employment sponsorship will be offered by MSF UK for this role however please click here to check whether you have the right to work in the UK.
For questions, issues or further information, please contact (email hidden).
Please apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the application early if we find a suitable candidate.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) provides life-saving emergency relief and longer-term medical care to some of the most vulnerable and excluded communities around the world. As an independent medical humanitarian organisation, we deliver care based only on need, regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion or political affiliation.MSF relies on donations from private individuals and organisations for the majority of its income. This private funding gives MSF the freedom to respond where needs are greatest and to speak out publicly, free from any political interference.
MSF has around 67,000 local and international staff working in over 70 countries, in some of the most challenging places in the world. Our medical humanitarian projects are supported by offices in 44 countries, including the UK and Ireland. These teams recruit staff, organise fundraising, and raise awareness on the humanitarian crises our colleagues are witnessing, as well as running different and diverse support activities. MSF offices are spread across Europe, North and South America, Asia, Africa and Australasia.
At MSF UK/IE, we support MSF's operations by building relationships with our supporters, increasing awareness of our work, raising funds, providing specialist medical expertise, ensuring MSF staff have access to relevant higher education programmes, catalysing change on medical humanitarian issues, and recruiting field staff.
MSF UK/IE personnel are dynamic, hard-working, enthusiastic and committed to MSF's values and aims. In addition MSF continues to build upon its presence in Ireland to become a widely recognised, accepted and respected humanitarian organisation among Irish audiences, and within the Irish humanitarian and political sector.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING - If you have applied to MSF within the last 12 months
Please email (email hidden) before submitting a new application so that we can reset your candidate account. Please use the subject line: Reapplication request.
If this is your first application
You do not need to take any additional action. Please apply directly through the vacancy.
If you already have a candidate login
Please do not use your existing login. Instead, apply directly from the vacancy page.
If you see a message stating that your email address is already in use, please follow the account reset process above by contacting (email hidden).
This is a temporary measure while we work through issues with our current system and prepare to introduce a new applicant tracking system.
Want to help MSF respond earlier to emerging health risks and make a real difference in humanitarian operations? Join our innovative PRE-ACT project, helping field teams turn early warning data and forecasts into practical action, starting with malaria. You'll work closely with MSF teams across different countries, supporting the rollout of anticipatory tools, delivering training and strengthening operational preparedness.
We're looking for someone with humanitarian operational experience, strong coordination skills and a passion for using data to improve health outcomes.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon - Fri
Duration: Fixed Term Contract - Until September 2029
Location: London - hybrid, 2 days per week in London office (Including Wednesdays)
Salary: £ 54,452.47 - £ 66,553.01 per annum
Closing date for applications: Wednesday, 25 November 2026, 12.00pm (GMT)
Salary is offered in line with our pay framework and typically starts at the entry point of the band. Salary increases are considered annually and are subject to our appraisal and performance review process.
Job Purpose:
The Anticipatory Action (AA) Implementation Support role is responsible for the practical, field‑level implementation and uptake of PRE‑ACT tools, starting with the malaria anticipation dashboard. The role acts as the main interface between PRE‑ACT technical teams and MSF projects, ensuring that anticipatory tools are implemented effectively, used in operational decision‑making, and adapted to local contexts.
Please download the full job and person specification below for further details.
Knowledge Skills and Experience:
- Practical understanding of MSF field operations, including medical, epidemiological, and coordination structures.
- Knowledge of routine health information systems (e.g. DHIS2) and surveillance data.
- Basic understanding of forecasting, uncertainty, and early warning systems.
- Awareness of preparedness, supply, and emergency response cycles.
- Familiarity with Ministries of Health and partner data systems.
- Strong training and facilitation skills.
- Ability to support teams in using data for decision‑making, not only technical deployment.
- Strong organisational and coordination skills to manage multiple implementations.
- Excellent interpersonal and cross‑cultural communication skills.
- Ability to document processes, feedback, and lessons learned clearly.
- Problem‑solving skills in resource‑constrained or emergency settings.
- Experience working in humanitarian field settings or in direct operational support roles.
- Experience implementing or supporting digital health tools, dashboards, or decision‑support systems.
- Experience delivering training and ongoing support to medical or operational teams.
- Experience working with epidemiological or programme data.
- Experience in outbreak preparedness or surveillance is an asset.
- Experience in the practical use of personal IT equipment and Microsoft Office 365 suite.
The ability to effectively collaborate and communicate within a hybrid working environment utilising Teams, SharePoint, One Drive and Yammer.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply on our website by submitting a copy of your CV together with a letter of motivation by the closing date.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application checklist
Please check that you have included the following in your application:
- An up-to-date CV
- Letter of Motivation, which is a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the key requirements of the role
Recruitment timetable:
- Closing date for applications: 25 November 2026, 12.00pm (GMT)
- First Round Interviews: w/c 7 December 2026
- Projected Start Date: January 2027, Dependant on availability
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Accessibility
We are committed to removing barriers for people with specific accessibility needs. If you need an adjustment to the recruitment process to be considered for the role, please let us know by contacting (email hidden)
Examples of adjustments we can make:
- offering you an alternative if you are unable to use our online application system
- providing necessary information, such as the job description or assessment materials, in an alternate format
- allowing you to have someone with you during an interview for example, a Sign Language interpreter.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We are a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive organisation. MSF UK thrives when everyone feels comfortable bringing their best self to work. We celebrate difference, whilst striving to create an environment where colleagues feel respected and valued for their unique potential. We are committed to our values on equity, diversity, and inclusion. Please read our Equality & Diversity policy for more information.
MSF UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from all sections of our diverse community.
Safeguarding
MSF UK/IE is dedicated to safeguarding everyone who comes into contact with the organisation, for whatever reason and however brief. All posts are subject to safer recruitment process which include robust reference requests, scrutiny of employment history and where applicable criminal record and barring checks.
Our safeguarding commitment is underpinned by policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the organisation. On joining MSF UK/IE you will be required to attend safeguarding training to ensure responsibility for and maintaining safe working practice and to safeguard our teams, beneficiaries, and communities.
Right to work in the UK
Employment sponsorship will be offered by MSF UK for this role however please click here to check whether you have the right to work in the UK.
For questions, issues or further information, please contact (email hidden).
Please apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the application early if we find a suitable candidate.
We look forward to receiving your application!