About MSF USA | Doctors Without Borders

 

Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an independent international organization that provides medical care to the people who need it most. The organization cares for people affected by conflict, disease outbreaks, disasters, and social exclusion in more than 70 countries. MSF offers medical humanitarian assistance solely based on need, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or politics. Our international project teams include medical, logistical, and administrative staff, most of them hired locally and working with their own communities. Our actions are guided by medical ethics and the principles of independence, impartiality, and neutrality. We also bear witness and speak out about the experiences of our colleagues and patients.    MSF USA is one of 24 sections supporting the global movement, primarily through staff recruitment, fundraising, advocacy, and communications. We welcome candidates who bring a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences to join us in working toward MSF’s social mission.  

Role Overview

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Chief Financial Officer is a member of MSF-USA’s management team, participating in organizational decision-making and priority setting as well as being the key person engaging the Board of Directors on budget approvals, cost and revenue projections, financial governance, and other areas as required. The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for MSF USA's representation on movement-wide platforms and for resource-sharing negotiations.

 

DepApplication will be accepted until January 13, 2026.artment Accountabilities

Budgeting and Reporting

Set, analyze, and monitor budgets in line with the organization's strategy; identify financial trends.

 

Treasury

Design, develop, and deliver treasury strategies and operations.

 

Financial Policies, Guidelines, and Protocols

Develop financial guidelines and protocols in response to statutory and financial requirements.

 

Operational Compliance

Adhere to internal policies and procedures and external standards, including regulatory codes and voluntary codes of conduct, to minimize business risk and protect the organization's reputation.

 

Organizational Risk Management

Develop and/or deliver on activities to keep track of the organization's risk profile and limit the organization's exposure to undue risks.

 

Roles Specific Outcomes

Board Relationship

Develop and strengthen relationships with Board members, identify priorities, issues, and strategic challenges, and prepare them for discussion. Work is focused on a strategic function that has scale and global reach.

 

Budgeting & Forecasting

Develop and manage strong budgeting and forecasting processes for MSF-USA; maintain strong cross-functional communication to stay abreast of organizational activities, collect, review, and deliver accurate annual budget reports, and perform financial analyses to assess the impact of actions/decisions on the organization’s ability to support ongoing operations.

 

Financial Policies, Guidelines, and Protocols

Lead and coordinate the development and delivery of financial policies, guidelines, and protocols across MSF-USA to ensure the organization complies with regulations and good financial practice.

 

Financial Reporting

Lead the production and integration of enterprise-wide statutory and non-statutory (including MSF international reporting requirements), financial information, reports, and other disclosures.

Organizational Risk Management

Develop and/or deliver a contingency plan for significant aspects of the risk management and/or control process.

 

Audit & Compliance

Take overall responsibility for designing, developing and delivering the organization's compliance and audit strategies.

 

International Representation

Take responsibility for representing MSF USA in international Finance forums and platforms. Leads Resource Sharing Agreement negotiations.

 

These core accountabilities should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this job.  Incumbents are required to perform other functions as assigned.

 

Complexity and Problem-Solving Skills

• Operates as a recognized expert to shift into and out of mental mindsets associated with assessing the facts and circumstances of the current situation and/or environment and making the appropriate/innovative adjustments to thinking and work habits to thrive in any scenario. Typically known as a subject matter authority.
• Applies expertise to act as the organizational authority on developing appropriate plans or performing necessary actions based on recommendations and requirements.
• Uses expertise to act as organizational authority on strategic planning.

 

Behavioral Competencies

THOUGHT: How MSF USA staff understand the organization, manage complexity, and contribute by creating the new and different.

People Focus

Builds strong relationships and delivers solutions geared to aiding others. Solicits feedback and data; conveys a clear understanding of the level of service the team is providing; takes action when standards are not met by team; aligns processes with organizational needs.

 

Manages Complexity

Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Consistently looks at complex issues from many angles; obtains a rich and deep understanding; swiftly cuts to the core issue; skillfully separates root causes from symptoms.

 

Global Perspective

Takes a broad view when approaching issues, using a global lens. Shows global thinking at work; adjusts organizational practices to meet the unique needs of different regions or countries. Uses a broad perspective when addressing issues and challenges.

 

Cultivates Innovation

Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful. Approaches professional work in unique or innovative ways. Offers original ideas. Appreciates others' creative ideas and solutions and provides helpful input to enhance them.

 

Strategic Mindset

Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies.

 

RESULTS: MSF USA staff achieve results by cultivating a forward-thinking environment that produces solutions for changing stakeholder needs.

 

Drives Results

Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Regularly pushes self to achieve outstanding outcomes; consistently establishes bold goals for own performance; is passionate about excellent results and significant contributions. Shows great tenacity to complete goals/initiatives in a timely way.

 

Ensures Accountability

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.

 

PEOPLE: MSF USA staff understand their impact on others through collaboration and inclusion of different perspectives to achieve common goals.

 

Collaborates

Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Readily involves others to accomplish goals; stays in touch and shares information; discourages "us versus them" thinking; shows appreciation for others' ideas and input.

 

Communicates Effectively

Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens attentively and takes an interest. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally when speaking or writing.

 

Values Differences

Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Confronts stereotyping and offensive comments promptly. Consistently behaves with great sensitivity toward differences in cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating.

 

Builds Effective Teams

Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.

 

Manages Conflict

Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.

 

Builds Networks

Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.

 

Drives Vision and Purpose

Paints a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.

 

SELF: MSF USA staff demonstrate self-awareness by having an open mindset and by continuously seeking opportunities to learn, grow, and improve.

 

Instills Trust

Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Models honesty and authenticity and encourages others to be up front with one another. Demonstrates reliability and places a strong emphasis on the team meeting its commitments. Fairly represents others' positions.

 

Manages Ambiguity

Operates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear. Responds effectively to unclear situations, seeks to resolve ambiguity and make progress. Seeks guidance on how to adapt to changes, responds with appropriate composure and effectiveness.

 

Situational Adaptability

Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Serves as an example of adaptability and provides guidance and support to help others adapt to new situations.

 

Being Resilient

Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

 

Technical Competencies

Plans and Aligns

Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with MSF-USA goals.

 

Financial Acumen

Interprets and applies understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.

 

Tech Savvy

Anticipating and adopting innovations in organizational digital and technology applications.

 

Data Collection and Analysis

The ability and skill to determine and analyze trends from data that is collected to assist in compiling reports that will help in decision-making.

 

Project Management Skills

The ability and skill to plan and manage small project work assignments within desired cost, time and quality parameters.

 

Organizational Insight

Applying knowledge of MSF-USA and the industry to advance the organization’s goals.

 

Supervisory Responsibility

Offers strategic financial leadership for MSF-USA by managing a team of professionals dedicated to maintaining accurate and reliable financial reporting and analysis. Aims to create and enforce financial policies and procedures for the department to adhere to.

 

Desired Qualifications & Experience

At a minimum the Job Holder should possess:

• 10 years progressive experience in Finance and Administration roles, including at least 5 years at a senior finance level
• CPA, MBA, or equivalent
• Nonprofit and/or international organization experience is preferred

 

Travel Requirements

Must be willing to travel domestically and internationally to attend board meetings, and participate in strategic retreats.

 

Location- NYC (Hybrid- in office Tuesdays and Wednesdays)
This role is based in our New York, where most of the team and operational infrastructure are located. Due to current staffing and budget constraints, we’re unable to support this position in our DC or  California office.

 

Compensation

Salary range: $197,984 to $347,856
In alignment with MSF USA’s compensation framework, new hires are generally offered a salary between the minimum and midpoint of the range, based on relevant experience, skills, and internal equity.


Application will be accepted until March 11, 2026.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations Statement:
MSF-USA is dedicated to creating a diverse, impartial, and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences as per applicable laws.

We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at recruitment@newyork.msf.org.

We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities in the Humanitarian Aid sector to apply.