Assessing, implementing and maintaining the epidemiological surveillance systems/monitoring (if needed) according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to contribute to appropriate evidence-based decision making using well managed health data in outbreak and emergency MSF programmes.
Defining, coordinating and monitoring the epidemiological activities, ensuring the development of appropriate methodology and the quality of studies according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to identify risk factors for diseases and to determine the optimal treatment approaches to clinical practice and the preventive medicine to be used in the medical projects.
Roles of the Epidemiologist :
- As an epidemiologist you can be employed in the field of programme monitoring and evaluation, and/ or field epidemiology.
- In the field of monitoring you will assure that relevant and validated programme data are available. You will assure that indicators are debated within the medical team and inform operational decision. In addition, you’ll assure that data collection and analysis adapt when project activities are re-oriented.
- In the field of evaluation you will assess the performance of projects. You will provide recommendations for operational research (mostly using programme data, less frequent are prospective studies) to evaluate new tools (drugs, lab tests, …) or new operational strategies.
- In the field of field epidemiology you will be responsible for initial assessments when outbreaks are suspected, and you will assure epidemiological surveillance /monitoring systems are in place to inform operational decision making during outbreaks and other emergency programmes. When indicated, you will be involved in surveys to orient operational decisions.
Requirements
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Master's degree in Public Health with relevant professional experience in epidemiology, or an MSc in Epidemiology.
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Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience.
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Proven practical skills in the design, implementation, and evaluation of surveys, as well as quantitative and qualitative research methods.
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Experience with relevant software packages.
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Experience in outbreak investigation and management (e.g., cholera) is an asset.
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Experience in tropical medicine and infectious diseases is desirable.
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Availability for assignments of 3–6 months.
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Strong English language skills; French (minimum B1 level) may be required depending on the mission context.
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Adherence to our Behavioral Commitments and the MSF Charter
Equal Opportunity
MSFHK is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.
We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.
** MSF does not charge any application/ recruitment fee. **
Checklist
Please consider the following criteria for working with MSF:
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I confirm that I am a resident or citizen of one of the following regions: Cambodia, Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Myanmar, The Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, or Vietnam.
Only applications from these regions will be processed by the MSF HK office.
If I am not, I understand that I should submit my application via international page instead.
I also understand that being accepted into the MSF Hong Kong pool does not guarantee an assignment in Asia. |
Have you reviewed the MSF Charter and principles as part of your application?
Have you reviewed the Selection Process page and understood the key information about life on a mission — including security, cultural considerations, and living conditions — as well as what MSF offers to international mobile staff and the assessment process?
Do your qualifications and experience align with the key requirements of the role?
Are you aware of our behavioural commitments and the ongoing actions we take to foster a work environment free from harassment, exploitation, and abuse?
Do you understand that this application is for inclusion in MSF’s international mobile staff pool, and that specific assignments will only be determined after a successful application?
Are your resume and all supporting documents prepared in English?
Welcome to Your MSF Journey
📌 Important Notes:
- Please ensure that all supporting documents and your resume are submitted in English.
- Only applications from the following regions will be processed by the MSF HK office:
- - Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Macau, Mainland China, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, or Vietnam.
Application Information
- • You must submit your application within 30 calendar days of creating your account.
- • If you do not receive a response within 12 weeks of submitting your application, you may consider your application unsuccessful.
- • Due to the high number of applications and the limited number of field positions available, candidates with French, Spanish, or Arabic language skills at B1 or B2 level (both written and spoken) may be prioritized based on current operational and recruitment needs.
Need Assistance?
If you have any questions or experience technical difficulties during the application process, please contact us:
📧 field.recruitment@hongkong.msf.org
