Regional Technical Referent

Regional Technical Referent

Main Purpose

Reporting to Logistics Coordinator, the incumbent will be the primary focal point responsible for applying his/her expertise into field projects and providing strategical technical support to coordination and field teams in the countries in his/her region according to MSF policies, guidelines, and procedures in order to support the broader operational objectives of the mission.

Specific accountabilities include but are not limited to

As a position hosted in the Kenya Office Support Hub, the RTR for Biomed-Lab will be responsible for:

  • Following the internal regulations and rules set by the Médecins Sans Frontières contracting entity
  • Reporting on activities and movements while in Kenya to the Logistic Coordinator
  • Advising the LogCo on decision-making related to biomedical concerns when required
  • Validating service providers and product-supplier partnerships in Kenya and the wider region, particularly for medical devices and spare parts
  • Implementing new policies, procedures, and deployment of equipment

Under the line management of the HQ Biomed & Cold Chain Advisor:

  • Responsible for an area of expertise focused on biomedical support for laboratory equipment used within MSF-OCA
  • Maintaining strong collaboration with HQ laboratory advisors for relevant countries and in-country laboratory focal points. This includes support during ad-hoc repairs of laboratory equipment requiring input from both users and biomedical technicians, as well as participation in planning stages for new laboratory activities within MSF projects and country programs
  • Providing support for the installation, maintenance, and repair of standard laboratory equipment used by Médecins Sans Frontières
  • Supporting non-standard laboratory equipment, including locally purchased equipment, depending on available time, technical capacity, and access to information, either through direct technical assistance or by coordinating with relevant suppliers
  • Organizing and facilitating training sessions on behalf of MSF-OCA
  • Providing third-line technical support to missions within his or her assigned portfolio
  • Updating documentation, including the Logistics Expertise Website, and supporting and/or leading updates of MSF tools and systems

Requirements

Education

  • Degree in Biomedical Engineering/Technology, Electronics, Electromechanics, or Medical Laboratory Technology

Experience

  • Experience in international NGO field projects is required; experience with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an added advantage
  • Significant professional experience (at least 2 years) in the relevant specialty area is required
  • Strong knowledge of project management, team management, and training methodologies
  • Knowledge and hands-on experience with laboratory equipment, especially maintenance and repair

Mobility

  • Willingness to travel frequently (up to 50% of the time) to missions and headquarters locations

Languages

  • Fluent in English and Kiswahili is essential

Technical Skills

  • Ability to evaluate the proper maintenance of laboratory equipment
  • Ability to establish and implement preventive maintenance procedures
  • Ability to maintain standard laboratory equipment using external documentation and technical support where necessary
  • Ability to assess the environmental and electrical safety of laboratory equipment

Competencies

  • Strategic Vision
  • Leadership
  • People Management and Development
  • Service Orientation
  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Commitment to Médecins Sans Frontières Principles
  • Stress Management

Method of application

If you are interested and qualified, kindly submit your application via the link provided below,

https://msf.or.ke/regional-technical-referent?utm_source=Jobinkenya

Deadline May 22, 2026

Apply
Click on the APPLY button to send your application documents:
  • Your application will be sent to the employer immediately (Allowed formats: .doc .pdf .txt .docx)
  • A confirmation email will be sent to you few minutes afterwards
  • You can request any documents archived from our website (ex: a job description, a CV, a cover letter...)
Please bear in mind that you should never be requested to pay to get interviews, or to pass extra certifications etc...