Join MSF OCG as an Internal Audit and Risk Management Intern
We are looking for passionate candidates ready to contribute to our humanitarian mission. Below, you will find the job details and the qualifications we are looking for.
Context & Mission
Médecins Sans Frontières is an independent, international medical and humanitarian organisation that provides care to people in need, those affected by natural or man‑made disasters, and victims of armed conflict without discrimination and without regard to race, religion, creed or political affiliation.
Our Commitment to Diversity
MSF OCG is committed to an inclusive culture that supports and amplifies diverse voices. We encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, ethnicities, backgrounds, religions, beliefs, and ability statuses. If you believe your profile is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply even if you do not fulfil every listed qualification.
Internship Objectives
The general objective is to enable the intern to learn, understand and develop skills related to internal audit and risk management within an international humanitarian organization. The intern will be exposed to and apply internal audit and risk management methodologies, analyse organisational processes, and contribute to assurance activities and decision‑support work.
Key Skills and Competencies to be Developed
Analysis and synthesis of financial, operational and organisational information.
Understanding of internal audit principles and tools (planning, testing, recommendations and follow‑up).
Understanding of key risk management concepts (risk identification, assessment, documentation and mitigation).
Data management and structuring (tracking tools, information consolidation, preliminary analyses).
Preparation of working and reporting materials (analytical notes, tracking tables, presentations, contributions to reports).
Coordination with multiple internal stakeholders in a multicultural environment.
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines in a context of multiple priorities.
Internship Project / Assignment
Participation in an internal audit cycle (preparation, document review, basic testing, and follow‑up of recommendations).
Contribution to the annual organisational risk review and the update of the risk register.
Expected Deliverables
Tracking tables, contributions to internal reports and other internal support materials.
Internship project aligned with operational needs and, where applicable, academic requirements (thesis, internship report).
Supervision and Support Arrangements
Main supervisors: Head of Internal Audit and Internal Controller & Risk Manager.
Frequency of follow‑up meetings: daily at the beginning of the internship, then bi‑weekly.
Progressive support toward autonomy, with responsibilities adapted to the intern’s level and development.
Regular and structured feedback, both informal (throughout daily work) and formal (review meetings and end‑of‑internship evaluation).
Tasks and Responsibilities
Support the implementation of internal audit assignments: organise meetings with stakeholders, assist with document collection, help define audit scope, manage external providers and contract oversight, provide logistical support, complete basic audit tests, assist in drafting and formatting internal audit reports.
Internal audit annual planning and reporting: conduct preliminary analysis for the annual field audit plan and contribute to drafting the annual internal audit report.
Follow‑up audit recommendations: request updates on implementation of management action plans, consolidate data, conduct preliminary analysis.
Risk Management: assist in developing and updating communication and training materials, map and document risks across key processes, organise risk information for SharePoint, support monitoring of mitigation measures.
Your Profile
Tripartite internship agreement.
English: excellent writing and communication skills.
French: good written and spoken level.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Sway, Teams; advantage if familiar with Microsoft Power Platform (BI, Automate, Flow).
Knowledge of social media platform management, graphic software is an advantage.
Creativity and positive innovative spirit, aptitude for collaborative teamwork.
Structured, with rigor and organisational skills.
Ability to multitask, work independently, and take initiative.
Demonstrable interest in medical technologies, digital health and humanitarian innovation.
Terms of Employment
Tripartite internship agreement mandatory.
Duration: 6 to 12 months, as defined by the internship agreement.
Full time (40 hours per week).
Location: Geneva, Switzerland.
Start date: As soon as possible.
Gross monthly remuneration: 2'000 CHF.
How to Apply
CV (maximum 2 pages).
Cover letter (maximum 1 page).
Documents must be submitted in either English or French.
The application deadline is 28 June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive a sufficient number of quality applications.
All applications will be treated confidentially. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We do not wish to use the services of recruitment or placement agencies.
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