Learning and Talent Development Specialist

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international humanitarian organization that provides impartial medical care to people affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters, or exclusion from health care in over 70 countries. We welcome candidates who bring a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences to join us in working toward MSF’s common mission.

Job Purpose

The Learning and Talent Development Specialist supports MSF HKF in strengthening organisational capability, leadership, and talent sustainability by designing, coordinating, and supporting learning and development initiatives across office and field contexts. The role contributes to identifying organisational development priorities, translating them into relevant learning solutions, and ensuring effective planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning interventions aligned with MSF HKF strategy and operational needs.

Working in close collaboration with MSF movement learning networks including APAC, the role provides strategic support to leadership and talent development by strengthening access to coherent learning pathways for both office‑based and mobile staff. Through monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement, the role contributes to the effectiveness and accessibility of learning initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth aligned with MSF values and people priorities.

Key Responsibilities

General

Contribute to identifying organisational-wide development priorities and thematic challenges in relation to the MSF HKF strategy and operational needs
Advise on and support sourcing and implementing solutions to address identified development needs at both individual and organisational levels
Design, coordinate, and support delivery of learning interventions, including workshops, webinars, e‑learning, coaching, and blended learning formats.
Determine and monitor L&D-related budget in collaboration with Head of HRs
Coordinate the planning and delivery of the leadership and management development programme and initiatives, working closely with APAC L&D.
Adapt MSF global learning tools and resources to local and regional contexts, ensuring relevance and accessibility.
Develop and implement programmes that strengthen Safeguarding awareness and competence in Diversity, Equity, and inclusion (DEI) supporting MSF’s Safeguarding ambitions and inclusive organizational culture.
Be part of L&D platforms and contribute with MSF HK´s experiences and knowledge with the rest of the MSF movement specifically and sector generally.
Contribute to policies and guidelines related to L&D.

Office Specific

Lead the development and implementation of annual L&D plan to support the achievement of MSF HKF people priorities and objectives, and monitor the progress.
Advise and support Heads of Departments in conducting needs analysis, identifying and designing learning solutions, supporting delivery, and evaluating outcomes.
Monitor and evaluate the employee onboarding programme to ensure new staff are equipped to champion MSF’s values and mission.
Analyse learning and development initiative results and provide recommendations based on evaluation findings.
Review and evolve Staff performance and feedback tools and processes in accordance with MSF HKF values, and management principles to support staff engagement and performance.
Support the implementation of Talent development Programme in identifying organizational talents, leadership development and succession planning for key and critical roles.
Provide advisory support in collaboration with the Psychosocial Support Specialist on the design and improvement of staff wellbeing programmes for HK office.

Field specific

In collaboration with Field HR team, design and evaluate learning support programmes for Mobile Staff, ensuring quality assurance, including language courses.
Support Development Advisors in identifying development needs across Mobile Staff pools and advise on learning pathways aligned with the Asian Leadership Development ambition.
Update Development Advisors regarding L&D initiatives in the movement by being part of L&D networks globally.
Collaborate with MSF movement learning networks and regional platforms to leverage existing expertise and resources for Mobile Staff development.
Coordinate with APAC for Mobile Staff Induction Programme and other learning initiatives (WtMSF, BaMM, WoW) and deliver modules.
Design and disseminate the L&D Newsletter for IMS in collaboration with DAs.

MSF Values and Conduct

Contribute to a safe, respectful, and inclusive working environment by demonstrating behaviours aligned with MSF values, safeguarding principles, and the Code of Conduct.
Collaborate with colleagues across teams, share information proactively, and contribute to organizational learning by sharing insights, lessons learned, and suggestions for improvement.

The Ideal Candidate 

University degree in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Organizational Development, Psychology, Education, or a related field
Minimum 3 years professional work experience of highly similar responsibilities
Experience of managing the full training cycle (needs assessment, learning objectives, design, delivery and evaluation)
Experience of delivering training and facilitating learning to a high quality
Experience of managing other learning and development initiatives (e.g. coaching, mentoring or peer-to-peer programmes)
Project management skills
Excellent organizational skills, manage time and change effectively
Fluent in English, written and spoken
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools.
Strong commitment to MSF principles, humanitarian values, diversity and inclusion

How To Apply

MSF Hong Kong will offer a remuneration package of 12 months basic salary benchmarked in INGO with no discretionary bonus. Interested parties, please send your letter of motivation, full resume, expected salary and date of earliest availability by e-mail to recruitment@hongkong.msf.org. All information collected is solely for recruitment purpose and will be treated in strict confidence. Please read the “Personal Information Collection Statement” before providing any personal data to Médecins Sans Frontières (HK) Limited.

MSF HK&F is committed to zero-tolerance of abusive behaviours including sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH), harassment, discrimination, exploitation, aggression, abuses of power and resources, and misconduct related to case management. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, candidates acknowledge and accept this recruitment procedures.

MSF HK&F acknowledges the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other personal characteristics. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that each person brings and strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.