Director of Human Resources and Administration (MSF Southern Africa) – Johannesburg | Apply by 10 July 2026
Are you an experienced Human Resources executive looking to lead people strategy within one of the world’s most respected humanitarian organizations? Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Southern Africa is recruiting a Director of Human Resources and Administration to provide strategic HR leadership from its Johannesburg office. This is an outstanding opportunity for senior HR professionals with expertise in organizational transformation, talent management, workforce planning, and leadership development within complex international environments.
About MSF Southern Africa
Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières – MSF) is an independent international humanitarian organization providing medical assistance to people affected by conflict, disease outbreaks, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare.
Operating in more than 70 countries, MSF delivers emergency medical care while advocating for vulnerable populations. MSF Southern Africa is headquartered in Johannesburg with an additional office in Cape Town, serving as part of the wider global MSF movement.
Position Overview
Job Title: Director of Human Resources and Administration
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Application Deadline: 10 July 2026
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Three (3) years, renewable once based on successful completion of the first mandate.
About the Role
The Director of Human Resources and Administration serves as a member of the Leadership Team and provides strategic oversight of all HR functions across MSF Southern Africa.
The successful candidate will lead organizational transformation, workforce planning, talent development, employee engagement, and HR governance while collaborating with multiple international MSF operational centres and partner offices.
The role oversees five major HR functions:
- Domestic/Office Human Resources
- Field Human Resources
- Learning & Development
- Rewards & Benefits
- Organizational Development and HR Strategy
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Develop and implement MSF Southern Africa’s HR strategy.
- Advise executive leadership on workforce planning and organizational design.
- Lead organizational change and transformation initiatives.
- Strengthen leadership development and succession planning.
- Oversee HR policies, governance, compliance, and employee relations.
- Build an inclusive and high-performing workplace culture.
- Lead compensation, rewards, and benefits strategies.
- Promote employee wellbeing and engagement.
- Use workforce analytics to support strategic decision-making.
- Represent MSF Southern Africa within international HR forums and partnerships.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should possess:
- Degree or Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Human Resources Management or a related discipline.
- Master’s Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
- 5–10 years of progressive HR experience.
- Minimum five years in senior HR leadership.
- Experience leading organizational transformation and restructuring.
- Experience within humanitarian, NGO, development, or international organizations is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of international HR standards and frameworks.
Why Join MSF?
Working with MSF offers the opportunity to:
- Influence HR strategy within a globally respected humanitarian organization.
- Support life-saving medical programmes across Southern Africa.
- Lead transformational organizational initiatives.
- Work alongside international humanitarian professionals.
- Contribute to diversity, inclusion, employee wellbeing, and organizational excellence.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A Letter of Motivation (applications without a motivation letter will not be considered)
Applications close on 10 July 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. MSF encourages applications from people living with disabilities and is an equal opportunity employer.
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