Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance to people based on need, irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation.
Our actions are guided by medical ethics and the principles of neutrality and impartiality.
A worldwide movement
MSF was founded in Paris, France in 1971. Its principles are described in the organisation’s founding charter. It is a non-profit, self-governed organisation.
Today, MSF is a worldwide movement of 24 associations, bound together as MSF International, based in Switzerland.
Thousands of health professionals, logistical and administrative staff – most of whom are hired locally – work on programmes in some 70 countries worldwide.
Humanitarian action
MSF’s work is based on humanitarian principles. We are committed to bringing quality medical care to people caught in crisis, regardless of race, religion or political affiliation.
MSF operates independently. We conduct our own evaluations on the ground to determine people’s needs. More than 90 per cent of our overall funding comes from millions of private sources, not governments.
MSF is neutral. We do not take sides in armed conflicts, we provide care on the basis of need, and we push for independent access to victims of conflict as required under international humanitarian law.
Bearing witness and speaking out
MSF medical teams often witness violence and neglect in the course of their work, largely in regions that receive scant international attention.
At times, MSF may speak out publicly in an effort to bring a forgotten crisis to public attention, to alert the public to abuses occurring beyond the headlines, to criticise the inadequacies of the aid system, or to challenge the diversion of humanitarian aid for political interests.
Quality medical care
MSF rejects the idea that poor people deserve third-rate medical care and strives to provide high-quality care to patients. In 1999, when MSF was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, the organisation announced the money would go towards raising awareness of and fighting against neglected diseases.
Through the Access Campaign, and in partnership with the Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative, this work has helped lower the price of HIV/AIDS treatment and stimulated research and development for medicines to treat malaria and neglected diseases like sleeping sickness and kala azar.Accountabiltiies / Responsibilties (non-exhaustive list)
Organize and follow up all customs clearance processes for air, sea, and road shipments
Act as focal point with clearing and forwarding agents to ensure timely release of goods
Liaise with Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Health, and other relevant authorities for duty exemptions and import licenses.
Ensure registration and submission on the Single Window Trade Portal.
Prepare and follow up Import Duty Exemption Certificates (IDEC), SONCAP, and End User Certificates (EUC).
Ensure compliance with Nigerian customs regulations and MSF procedures.
Plan and coordinate international and local transport according to cargo priority and operational needs.
Receive international cargo and organize local shipments in collaboration with logistics and medical teams.
Monitor and track shipments and resolve clearance or transport issues.
Conduct transport market assessments and support tendering and contracting processes
Prepare transport contracts and manage cargo bookings, including MSF flights.
Maintain effective working relationships with customs authorities, government counterparts, transporters, and suppliers.
Identify and maintain backup clearing and transport companies
Provide accurate customs and transport data for monthly reporting
Contribute to cost analysis and budget follow‑up (ARO, freight and customs costs)
Identify legal opportunities for efficiency and cost savings
Supervise staff and daily workers under responsibility
Organize work schedules and ensure quality of work,
Required Skills and Competencies
Education: Essential Technical Diploma, in Supply Chain or Transport.
Experience: At least 2 to 3 years in Supply department and experience in the importation process of Nigeria is essential.
Language: English
Computer Literacy: Computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Internet, etc)
Competencies: Result Orientation, Stress Management, Behavioral Flexibility and commitment to MSF Principles, Teamwork, and Cooperation