JOB DESCRIPTION: 
Supporting the Head of Mission in security management and coordination tasks, ensuring a smooth relation with local and national authorities, contributing to the context analysis and follow-up, providing translations and interpretations according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to facilitate the mission coordination tasks.
RESPONSIBILITIES: 
- Support the HoM in promoting and protecting the MSF image externally and assist in context analysis, disseminate relevant context information to the coordination team, regularly informing them on key issues, updating general information on the context for MSF internal documents and advising on cultural appropriateness of organized activities and individual behaviors;
- Analyze the risks and the security level of the context of the mission and assist in conducting risk assessments and in the development, security plans for the mission and project. Advising the Project Coordinator (PC) and HoM on aspects of security management;
- Establish and maintain external relationships with relevant authorities and stakeholders. Keep good knowledge of counterparts in different administrations and departments and keep up to date records of field contacts (other NGOs, UN agencies, local authorities, etc.) verifying that they are easily accessible, in order to facilitate contacts and meetings;
- At the request of the HoM, assist the HoM or represent MSF in meetings (NGOs, official bodies and administrations, etc.) and prepare full report;
- Ensure the follow up of relevant administrative dossiers such as the MSF registration in the country, working permits, immigration policies, national protocols, etc.;
- At the request of the HoM, prepare and conduct an information briefing, focusing on the country context for International Staff;
- Translate sensitive documents and act as an interpreter when needed. Write letters and correspondences with officials and partners and prepare reports, internal memos and formal requests. Monitor the correspondences in the absence of the HoM;
- Assist in the elaboration of the advocacy plan of the mission in collaboration with the PC, Medical Coordinator (MedCo) and the Communications responsible and support its implementation and follow up;
- Follow up national and regional news. A biweekly list of relevant information with links and summary will need to be shared;
- A specific context analysis should be documented and shared every week with the relevant list of recipients;
- Be the main focal point at mission level for the internal documenting platform of MSF library on "SharePoint";
- Aside the HoM, support other departments to identify necessary contacts at national or regional level;
- Upon request of the HoM, support the process of creating and organizing materials related to visibility, communication and representation for the mission.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
- Education: University degree or similar level of education;
- Experience: Experience in humanitarian aid, preferably within MSF; strong understanding of the workings of the different administrations of the country;
- Experience working in political, security and humanitarian issues in the country;
- Languages: Knowledge of Armenian language (mother tongue); excellent command of English language; knowledge of French language; knowledge of Russian language is an asset;
- Knowledge: Computer proficiency in MS Office package;
- Good analytical skills, at ease with figures and economics data;
- Excellent communication and diplomatic skills, including writing skills.
Competencies:
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills in Armenian and English languages;
- Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholder;
- Ability to handle a large volume of work and different projects at the same time;
- Outstanding proven time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize ongoing vs. immediate need appropriately;
- Proven ability to work as part of a team and provide strategic vision and leadership;
- Willingness to travel within and outside of Armenia;
- Ability to integrate into a multicultural team;
- Adherence to MSF principles and to its managerial values: Respect, Transparency, Integrity, Accountability, Trust and Empowerment;
- Adherence to MSF Behavioural Commitments.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 
- Cover letter (in English language);
- Copy of diploma;
- CV (in English language);
- Contacts of three references (including the supervisor in the most recent work assignment if relevant)
Shall be sent to: *************************@******.***.*** with a subject heading "Head of Mission Support". CV shall clearly state your experience by writing the organisation you have worked, the duration of the employment (which year and how long) and description of the job you performed. MSF recommends all applicants to write a cover letter containing an introduction of yourself, explaining why you are applying for the position, and explaining why you think you are suitable for the position.
CVs in English sent to the mentioned email only will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline.
Note: The protection of your personal data is important to MSF. By submitting your application, you consent to MSF using your data only for the recruitment process to have all the information and documents necessary to proceed with the recruitment, validation of your application and selection of the most suitable candidate. Your data will be treated confidentially. Only people part of the recruitment process has access to your data. MSF does not sell your data under any circumstances. If you have any questions or requests, please contact Finance and HR Coordinator, *************************@******.***.*** .
Please clearly mention in your application letter that you learned of this announcement through Career Center and mention the URL of its website - www.careercenter.am. Thanks.
ADDITIONAL NOTES: 
The Company offers:
- Remuneration in accordance with MSF salary grid;
- The chance to gain professional development and training within an international organization and develop further;
- The opportunity to contribute to MSF objective of saving lives, alleviating suffering and working with those most in need;
- MSF is a world-renowned humanitarian medical organisation with a positive company culture.
Note: MSF is committed to an inclusive culture that encourages and supports the diverse voices of its employees. MSF welcomes applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.
ABOUT: 
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, humanitarian, non-governmental organisation providing assistance to people in need as a result of natural and man-made disasters, irrespective of race, religion, ideology or politics. Armenian Branch of Association "Medecins Sans Frontieres" (Switzerland) is addressing a mental health project and launching a project to support Republic of Armenia Ministry of Health (MoH) with the Hepatitis C elimination.