Application Support Engineer (m/f/x) – Brussels – MSF Belgium

Omschrijving van de vacature

As Application Support Engineer, you will provide application technical support (2nd and 3rd line of support) and to oversee the installation and maintenance of designated applications for both HQ and field. This includes giving the necessary training and documentation to users as well as designing and implementing solutions that will enhance the quality of the support in coordination with the different teams of ICT Unit. 

 

The primary focus of this role is the support of Unifield, an Information System that integrates finance and supply processes, and is shared by all coordination teams and projects across the movement (in-house developed system based on OpenERP). 

 

In addition to this main focus, the scope might be extended to include support for other applications, if need be. 

 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for the support of designated applications
  • Support the design, development and testing of new features in designated applications
  • Resolve bugs in existing systems and, when relevant, develop proposals for system replacement or enhancement
  • Contribute to the preparation and maintenance of documentation and training materials
  • Manage the full application lifecycle: deployment, maintenance, upgrades, decommissioning
  • Act as the point of contact with application providers for strategic collaboration and product evolution
  • Collaborate with domain experts and user representatives to gain a deep understanding of user needs and the role of applications within the MSF application landscape

Gewenst profiel

Education & Experience

  • Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or equivalent relevant work experience
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in software development or application support is mandatory
  • Experience with MSF or other similar organizations or NGOs is a strong asset

Technical Knowledge 

  • Solid knowledge of Application management lifecycle
  • Solid knowledge of Microsoft Endpoint Manager
  • Strong knowledge of troubleshooting and administration of Microsoft operating systems, Windows 10 mandatory
  • Good knowledge of network protocols, QoS optimization and performance monitoring, troubleshooting and monitoring tools
  • Experience in scripting languages (PowerShell, Linux bash, PHP)
  • Experience in Windows workstations app packaging (standard/custom setup EXEs, MSI/MST…)
  • Working knowledge of Linux environment
  • Working knowledge of database design, development and good SQL-based programming language skills (PostgreSQL)
  • Working knowledge of object-oriented programming (Python)
  • Working knowledge with Infrastructure as Code and Docker is an asset 

Competencies

  • Autonomous, self-organized, pragmatic, flexible, and a team player
  • Good communication skills
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Cross-cultural awareness

Languages

  • Proficiency in English & French, both written & spoken is mandatory

Ons aanbod

  • Expected starting date: Mid-June 2026
  • Location: Brussels, Belgium 

*Due to legal administrative constraints, given the duration of the contract, candidates must already be resident in Belgium or have a residence right as a worker in Belgium or in the European Union allowing to move and work in the EU  

  • Contract type: Fixed-term contract - Full-time
  • Contract duration: 6 months
  • Salary according to MSF-OCB HQ grid
  • Homeworking possible as per MSF policy
  • Meal Vouchers - Hospital Insurance (DKV) – Pension Plan – 100% reimbursement for public transportation costs
  • Adhere to the MSF principles and to our managerial values: Respect, Transparency, Integrity, Accountability, Trust and Empowerment
  • Adhere to the MSF Behavioral Commitments  

Selectieprocedure

Submit your application via the 'Apply here' button on the vacancy page

  • You will be directed to the online application form for this position 
  • It should take 5-10 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance for having your CV and motivation letter ready to upload (in pdf format)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

 

MSF values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, color or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.  

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