Work in Canada
We strive to embody our core values of humanity, inclusion and results and are proud to offer a caring and collaborative work environment.
Through an engaged, supportive network of tens of thousands – employees, association members, donors, activists and influencers— Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Canada is a vital and active part of MSF’s global movement, keeping the people we assist at the heart of everything we do. We hope to inspire motivated professionals to join us and foster a culture that promotes close, productive and long-lasting work relationships.
Employees in Canada are a vital link between our network of supporters, humanitarians, and medical professionals here and MSF’s work to bring critical medical assistance to people around the world.
Employees diaries
Hear from different employees who share their personal experiences of working at MSF.
Why MSF?
We aim for equity. MSF is striving to remove barriers in all our work environments. We welcome applications from individuals with unique experiences of intersectional oppression on the basis of social markers such as ethno-racial identity, age, sexuality, gender identity, education, socio-economic status or place of origin.
Everyone has a voice. We are communicative and reflective. A range of formal and informal feedback channels invite employees to tell us what is important to them. We continually take that information to make changes and co-create an organization where people can be themselves and do their best work.
Health is important. As a medically focused organization, we are particularly thoughtful about supporting health and well-being. We do this through flexible work schedules, coaching and extended health benefits. We offer comfortable physical work spaces with natural light, sit-stand desks, onsite bike storage, showers and wellness rooms.
Recruitment process
Applying for a position at one of the MSF offices in Canada involves several selection stages, including a preliminary interview, a written assessment and a panel interview by video. This process may take four to eight weeks. Stages specific to each position are communicated to shortlisted applicants.
Accessibility
During the recruitment process, when job applicants are individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, they are notified that accommodations are available upon request. If a selected applicant requests accommodation, MSF will consult with the applicant and provide or arrange for suitable accommodation, considering the individual’s needs. MSF will notify successful applicants of its policies for accommodating employees with disabilities when making offers of employment.
Demographic data
Responses to demographic questions are voluntary and are not associated with individual applications – they have no impact in any way in hiring decisions. The data collected is used in aggregate only to help us identify areas of improvement in our recruitment process.
Benefits
MSF Canada benefits packages include access to:
- a health spending account
- group insurance
- RRSP contributions – based on employment status
- short- and long-term -term disability
- starting four weeks vacation per year
- flexible work hours
- relocation packages (based on eligibility)
- a professional development budget
- an employee assistance program
… as well as a positive and innovative office culture grounded in our core values of humanity, integrity and results. We also offer comfortable physical workspaces with natural light, sit-stand desks, onsite bike storage, showers and wellness rooms.
Current opportunities
We are currently accepting applications for the following roles. If you don’t find anything that suits you, come back to this page in future. We regularly post new career opportunities in Canada.
Accounting Manager
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Toronto
- Department: Finance and Administration / Finance et administration
More Information
The deadline for applications is Tuesday, 30 April 2024, 9:00am EDT.
Please CLICK HERE for complete job description.
Position Status: Permanent
Activity Rate: 100%, (37.5 hours/week)
Base Salary: Level 16 on the MSF Canada Salary Grid $87,850 – $94,358 per year (non-negotiable)
Status: Must be legally authorized to work in Canada; MSF Canada is not in the position to support a work permit process for any applicant outside of Canada
Benefits: Health Spending Account, Lifestyle Spending Account, group insurance (Life, Dependent Life, AD&D), Peace of Mind plan (i.e. prescription drugs, accidental dental, hospital care, etc.), 5% RRSP contributions (no employee matching required), starting 4 weeks’ vacation/year, flexible work hours, annual professional development budget, Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and a positive and innovative office culture grounded in our core values of humanity, integrity and results.
Impact Statement
The Accounting Manager plays a key role in the stewardship of MSF Canada’s resources, supervising the delivery of the day-to-day accounting functions of the organization. The Manager supports a team of three staff, working closely with them to review financial activities and reporting, to optimize the team’s systems and procedures, and to provide training where required, ensuring integrity throughout.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensuring delivery of timely, accurate, and complete monthly accounting and payroll process and reporting.
- Management of Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Payroll staff, including training and team leadership.
- Leading the organization’s budgeting & internal reporting process and working closely with budget-holders to ensure quality of ongoing expense coding, management, and monitoring.
- Liaising with the Director for management of the audit and to ensure statutory compliance across functions.
- Recommending and implementing enhancements to accounting activities and systems to ensure effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance with organizational and governmental policies and procedures.
Technical Competencies
- Accounting; Knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to use these to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports. Proficiency Level: 3
- Financial and Accounting Systems; Knowledge of functions, features, and capabilities of financial and accounting systems; ability to use financial and accounting applications specific to the organization. Proficiency Level: 3
- Financial Reporting; Creates and customizes organizational methods and procedures for financial reports. Proficiency Level: 3
- Budgeting; Knowledge of organization’s budget process and ability to apply policies and practices for planning and administering a budget. Proficiency Level: 3
- Payroll Management; Knowledge of payroll policy and methods and ability to use tools, techniques, and processes to manage employee payroll and benefits operations. Proficiency Level: 3
- Tax Regulations & Compliance; Knowledge of tax laws, organizational tax practices, obligations; ability to manage organization tax related issues. Knowledge of federal, provincial, and local tax procedures and regulations; ability to adhere to these when filing forms as they pertain to a particular business or industry. Proficiency Level: 2
Core Competencies
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail; Understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to process information with high levels of accuracy. Proficiency Level: 3
- Analytical Thinking; Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis and the ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve the problems in the best interest of the business. Proficiency Level: 3
- Team Management; Knowledge of effective team building techniques and ability to form and manage effective teams. Proficiency Level: 3
- Teamwork and Collaboration / Interpersonal Relationships; Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner. Proficiency Level: 3
Knowledge and Experience
- Accounting management experience in industry, non-profit, or accounting firm
- Experience managing a team
Education, Certifications, and Languages
- Accounting designation, Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or equivalent
- Proficiency in verbal and written English
NOTE: Any questions or concerns regarding accommodation and accessibility may be addressed to ask.hr@toronto.msf.org.
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Development Officer, Mid-Level Giving
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Headquarters
- Department: Fundraising / Collecte de fonds
More Information
Applications deadline is Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 14h00 EST
Detailed job description available here.
At the core of Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Canada’s identity is a commitment to medical ethics, independence, neutrality, and impartiality. We go where people’s medical needs are greatest. These ideals have driven every aspect of our work – from medical care and logistical coordination, to finance and communications – since MSF was established in 1971.
MSF Canada is looking for a Development Officer, Mid-Level Giving for our fundraising team who will:
- Work with the Major Donors Manager and the Mass Marketing team to create, track, and improve strategies, processes, and reporting for engagement of mid-level donors in Canada giving annual gifts between $5,000 and $9,999 per year
- Manage a full portfolio of mid-level donors. Including individuals and family foundations, from engagement and cultivation to solicitation and stewardship
The successful candidate will:
- Have excellent oral and written communication skills, including correspondence with stakeholders
- Have excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Be responsible, proactive, driven, and able to work independently.
- Demonstrate experience, preferably in Fundraising, Major Gifts, or with Multilateral/Bilateral funders required
- Demonstrate experience in all aspects of donor cultivation (research, writing, follow-up, and stewardship), required
- Demonstrate experience closing gifts at the six-figure level, including complex gifts using a variety of giving vehicles
- Have excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Have knowledge of humanitarian issues
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office programs, CRM (e.g. Raisers Edge), project management tools (e.g. Asana)
- Be enthusiastic “all hands-on deck” style team player; able to operate and collaborate across multiple teams and thrive in a fast-paced culture.
MSF Canada’s positive and innovative office culture is based on core values of humanity, integrity and results. Our working conditions include :
- Salary range: Level 14 on the MSF Canada Salary Grid $70,676.00 – $75,911.00 (non negotiable)
- Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Flexible work hours and a hybrid working model (minimum 40% in office and up to 60% work from home)
- An accessible open concept, shared office space with bookable workstations (consisting of sit/stand desks, swivel chair, laptop with dock and double monitors) and various sized meeting rooms
- A commitment to incorporating equity, diversity, and inclusion in everything
- 5% RRSP contributions (no employee matching required)
- Health Spending Account
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Group insurance (Life, Dependent Life, AD&D)
- Peace of Mind plan (prescription drugs, accidental dental, hospital care, etc.)
- Starting 4 weeks of vacation per year
- Annual professional development budget
NOTE: Any questions or concerns regarding accommodation and accessibility may be addressed to ask.hr@toronto.msf.org.
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Donor Engagement Officer, Major Gifts (Central Canada)
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Headquarters
- Department: Fundraising / Collecte de fonds
More Information
Applications will be accepted until April 30th or when the role is filled.
Detailed job description available here.
At the core of Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Canada’s identity is a commitment to medical ethics, independence, neutrality, and impartiality. We go where people’s medical needs are greatest. These ideals have driven every aspect of our work – from medical care and logistical coordination, to finance and communications – since MSF was established in 1971.
MSF Canada is looking for a Donor Engagement Officer for our fundraising team who:
- Secures significant philanthropic support towards the international priority projects identified by MSF Canada in agreement with MSF’s operating centre’s
- Drives and implements moves management for their own portfolio, documenting all contacts and next steps in CRM. Build appropriate strategies and create the tools needed to initiate and cultivate these relationships, including crafting opportunities for restricted and multi-year giving
- Determine annual projections and regular reforecasting of major donors in their portfolio. Liaise with colleague’s cross-departmentally, major donors, the MSF Canada Executive team, Board of Directors, and other stakeholders to execute cultivation, stewardship, and retention strategies, including provision of tailored briefing notes and event planning support
- Will help the Administration Department by contributing to the development of the Major Giving annual plan, designed to meet priority funding needs, effectively communicate about MSF project activities and advocacy efforts, and meet the needs, objectives, and policies of MSF; Draft reports (including financial information), and provide high quality service to our foundation donors and prospective donor
The successful candidate will:
- Demonstrate development experience, preferably in Fundraising, Major Gifts, or with Multilateral/Bilateral funders
- Have experience closing gifts at the six-figure level, including complex gifts using a variety of giving vehicles
- Have excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Have knowledge of humanitarian issues
- Have experience in all aspects of donor cultivation (research, writing, follow-up, and stewardship)
- Demonstrate experience with Microsoft Office programs (specifically Word and Excel), fundraising databases, and conducting online research
- Have knowledge and experience with major donors from Central Canada (Ontario and Manitoba)
- Be enthusiastic “all hands-on deck” style team player; able to operate and collaborate across multiple teams and thrive in a fast-paced culture.
MSF Canada’s positive and innovative office culture is based on core values of humanity, integrity and results. Our working conditions include :
- Salary range: $70,676.00 – $75,911.00 (non negotiable)
- Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- A hybrid working model (minimum 40% in office and up to 60% work from home)
- An accessible open concept, shared office space with bookable workstations (consisting of sit/stand desks, swivel chair, laptop with dock and double monitors) and various sized meeting rooms
- A commitment to incorporating equity, diversity, and inclusion in everything
- 5% RRSP contributions (no employee matching required)
- Health Spending Account
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Group insurance (Life, Dependent Life, AD&D)
- Peace of Mind plan (prescription drugs, accidental dental, hospital care, etc.)
- Starting 4 weeks of vacation per year
- Annual professional development budget
NOTE: Any questions or concerns regarding accommodation and accessibility may be addressed to ask.hr@toronto.msf.org.
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Board Member
Location: Canada
No. of vacancies: 3
MORE INFORMATION
On 31st May and 1st June 2024 MSF Canada will be holding its Annual General Assembly (AGA). A part of these proceedings will include the election of new board members by association members in good standing. As such, we are seeking to fill three (3) current vacancies. All the positions have 3 years’ terms ending in June 2027.
- Two (2) positions are reserved for a medical profile*
- One (1) position for medical or non-medical profiles.
*Medical profile:
As per Art 31.15 of the MSF International Statutes, ‘medical background’ means all professions that have, during initial training and later practice, a practitioner-patient relationship.
As per the MSF-C by-laws, ‘medical background’ means an individual that has practiced in one (1) or more professions that have, during initial training and later practice, a practitioner-patient relationship.
Skills Sought
The Nominations Committee is seeking motivated, collaborative individuals who are committed to safeguarding and advancing the interests of MSF Canada.
Individuals with skills in finance, legal, fundraising, human resources, communications, governance and Diversity Equity and Inclusion leadership, as well as bilingual (Eng/Fr) candidates, are strongly encouraged to apply.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates who can represent the communities we work with and seek to assist, or with demonstrated experience and proficiency in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI).
APPLY NOW
If you are interested in applying to be a Board Member, please reach out to Kate.Badana@toronto.msf.org. Additionally, for more information, visit the Board of Directors page on the Association Website here.
Please note that the application deadline is May 13th, 2024.
Internships
Looking for other ways to join MSF Canada? We regularly post internship opportunities located in our Montreal and Toronto offices (and occasionally remotely).
Please continue checking this space for new vacancies.
External Referral Network
As part of MSF Canada’s ongoing commitment to staff health, the Psychosocial Care Unit (PSCU) maintains an active External Referral Network of registered mental healthcare professionals across Canada. Members of this network provide psychological support to field and HQ staff upon request. These clinicians understand the realities of field work and the contexts in which MSF works.
If you are a registered mental health professional and interested in learning more about being part of the network, please reach out to the Psychosocial Care Unit at PSCU.Canada@Toronto.msf.org.