Vacancies

MECHANICS

By VIM on 05/10/2017 at 9:15pm (UTC)

Mkaka Construction Company Limited is one of the leading multi-disciplined locally owned construction companies In Malawi. The Company’s strategy is to have a regional foot print in Southern Africa and also diversify into other sectors of the economy in Malawi. The Company seeks to recruit suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the positions of Mechanics. The positions are tenable at Lunzu.

The Job

Reporting to the Workshop Foreman, the successful candidates will be required to; Service of company vehicles to predetermined standard and checklists.

Attend to breakdowns and carry out the necessary repairs.
Apply health and safety rules and regulations in all aspects of the job.
Ensure vehicles are kept in roadworthy condition as required by law and company policy
Maintain a safe and clean working place at all times.
Administer regular reporting to management regarding breakdowns, services, etc
Perform ancillary duties to the above as may be assigned from time to time.

MINIMUM QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE include:

Must have a minimum of Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) Grade l National Trade Test Certificate.
Minimum of three years hands on experience in a similar position in a busy organization. Those with experience in plants will have an added advantage
Must understand and practice preventive maintenance
Able to work independently and problem solving
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Interested candidates must submit applications, including a one page capability statement demonstrating how they meet the requirement, recent CVs with three traceable referees and copies of certificates to the fallowing address:

Managing Director,

Mkaka Construction Company

P O. Box 51835

LIMBE

By email to:

Email: advertmkaka@gmail.com or info@mkakaconstruction.com

Closing date for receiving applications is 25th May, 2017.

Location: Blantyre

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-05-25

Company: Mkaka Construction Company Limited

AGRICULTURE AND VSLA OFFICER (2 POSITIONS)

By VIM on 05/10/2017 at 9:11pm (UTC)

INTRODUCTION

The Evangelical Lutheran Development Service (ELDS) is a development service arm of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Malawi (ELCM). It was established in 1989 in response to a request from ELCM and Malawi Government, primarily to assist the Mozambican Refugees who were in Malawi then. ELDS is registered with CONGOMA and NGO Board and is operational in nine districts namely Chikwawa, Neno and Phalombe in south, Dowa, Dedza, Kasungu and Salima in Centre, Karonga and Chitipa in the north. ELDS is a member of ACT ALLIANCE and works in rural areas to reduce human suffering and poverty through sustainable development (food and nutrition security; Micro-finance; Value Addition and Marketing; Water, Sanitation and Hygiene; Health Services in Maternal and Child Health, Malaria and Trachoma Elimination; Environmental Management and Climate Change; HIV and AIDS, Psychosocial, Gender, Human Rights and advocacy) and humanitarian work (Disaster Risk Management). With support and funding from CARE International in Malawi through Global Affairs Canada CARE, The Evangelical Lutheran Development Service (ELDS) is implementing a four year Southern Africa Nutrition Initiative (SANI) Project in Dowa District in Traditional Authorities Dzoole and Kayembe. The Southern Africa Nutrition Initiative (SANI) project aims to improve the nutritional status of women of reproductive age (15-49 years) and children under 5 years in Malawi, Mozambique and Zambia. The goal of the SANI project is to improve the nutritional status of women of reproductive age, boys and girls under 5 years.
ELDS is therefore recruiting competent staff to fill the following vacant position;

Agriculture and VSLA Officer (2 Positions)

Reporting to the District Coordinator, the Agriculture and VSLA Officer is expected to perform the following tasks;

Promotion of nutrition-sensitive, climate-smart and conservation agriculture at community level
Facilitate monthly meetings with Village Agents and Lead Farmers to create gender-inclusive Farmer Clubs
Facilitate logistical and technical support to Lead Farmers to train Farmer Clubs.
Facilitate meetings of Lead Farmers, AEDOs and CDAs.
Facilitate establishment of Village Savings and Loans Associations (VSLAs) and Field Farmer Schools.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Academic Qualifications;

University Diploma in Agriculture, Food Security/Nutrition
Working knowledge of English and in local language spoken at district level
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in Micro-soft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Technical Competencies and Experience Required;

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in food and nutrition security projects or programmes
Proven experience in community mobilization
Experience in micro-finance initiatives with emphasis on VSLAs
Good knowledge of Government systems and structures
Excellent communication and team building skills
Ability to work in rural settings
Able to ride a motor cycle
Important notice: Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates should submit their applications with CVs plus at least three traceable referees not later than 13th May, 2017.

The Director, Evangelical Lutheran Development Services,

Private Bag 25

Lilongwe

Email: matamandokachirwa@ymail.com or elds@eldsmw.com

Tel: +265 0 111 741 576

Location: Dowa

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-05-13

Company: Evangelical Lutheran Development Service (ELDS)

DIRECTOR OF EXAMINATION AND REGISTRATION PROGRAMS

By VIM on 05/09/2017 at 10:02pm (UTC)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate with the team of invigilators with the support of the Education and Examinations Officer
Organize the collection of registration and examination fees in liaison with the Director of Finance
Ensure nursing and midwifery staff return are received every quarter and work in liaison with the IT officer for data base update and provide the office of the Registrar with quarterly Nursing and Midwifery cadre statistics.
Provide technical support to update level blue prints in liaison with examiners/ moderators; review and edits all content in new forms of examinations for reliability with blue prints.
Evaluating sites for examinations and the associated instructions provided to candidates as provided by the Council; oversees process involved in mailing examinations to selected sites to ensure security and confidentiality.
Promoting communication between institutions on minimum expectations of the Council on nursing education through regulations pertaining to nursing and midwifery programs and registration and examination.
Organizing and servicing the Education and Examination Standing Committee; submits reports on the examinations conducted by hospitals, institutions, or other premises where examinations are conducted for students who intend to apply for registration under the Act.
Planning, implementing and evaluating nursing and midwifery education and examination workshops and seminars for tutors/examiners/moderators to ensure programs reflect the highest standard of modem nursing and midwifery education both entry level to professional nursing and for advanced practice of specialty.
Communicating results of examinations to candidates, educational institutions, members of Council and other appropriate officials.
Conducting sensitization meeting’s on Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and feedback sessions on CPD findings.
Ensuring that all nurses and midwives practicing in Malawi are registered and attained the required CPD points to renew their license; be vigilant in collection of registration fees and production of defaulters’ list annually
Ensuring that the data-base for all practicing and licensed nursing and midwifery providers (at all levels) is updated accurately, to ably inform and give a strategic direction to the Ministry of Health — Human Resources Planning Department and other relevant stakeholders
Conducting verification procedures for nurses and midwives trained abroad and orientation of nurses and midwives trained abroad and within.
Preparing and submitting annual work plans with budgets for the Division to the Registrar in coordination with the other members of the Management team
Writing project proposal for funding of Departmental projects
Performs any other duties as might be assigned by Registrar from time to time

Qualification, Skills and Competencies

Masters Degree in Nursing and Midwifery Education related discipline from a recognized University; with five years work experience at a nursing and midwifery training. Those that have a nursing and midwifery education qualification will have an added advantage
At least five years experience working in Nursing and Midwifery Training/ health institutions and with monitoring and evaluation exposure in nursing and midwifery services will be considered.
High level of interpersonal, communication and managerial skills
Excellent knowledge in English language and writing skills
Strong planning, and organizational skills
High level of presentation, facilitation and analytical skills
Self motivated, result oriented and team player
Competent in the use of computer applications
Those who meet the above requirements should send their applications including copies of certificates, Curriculum Vitae (CV) and names of three traceable referees to

The Registrar,

Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi,

P.O. Box 30361

Capital City

Lilongwe 3.

Closing date for application is 26th May, 2017. Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged

Location: Lilongwe

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-05-26

Company: Nurses and Midwives council of Malawi (NMCM)

SECRETARY

By VIM on 05/09/2017 at 10:00pm (UTC)

The Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi (NMCM) invites suitably qualified candidates of Malawian Nationality to fill the vacant post of Secretary responsible for the department of examinations and registration tenable at NMCM Offices in Lilongwe. This is a challenging position requiring an experienced person.

Key Responsibilities of the Position

The Secretary shall be responsible for the following:

Assisting in preparation of licensure examinations and registration of candidates
Production of notification of results, printing of licenses and issuing them to successful candidates Assisting in registration of Nurses and Midwives
Taking dictation, transcribing and composing correspondence for the Director
Handling telephone calls for the Director’s office
Dealing with incoming and outgoing mail passing to the Director
Maintaining the Director’s appointment diary, including preparing relevant papers for meetings and ensuring that papers and files for such meetings are complete and up to date
Arranging appointments and engagements, and assisting in planning the Director’s itinerary
Making and coordinating the Director’s office travel arrangements
Indexing the Director’s business correspondence
Controlling stationery and other office materials for the Director’s office
Supplying and providing approved reference materials to stakeholders
Any other duties relevant to the post of secretary as may be assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Key Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate for the position must have the following attributes:

Good interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to type at least 120 words per minute
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
A team player, reliable and trustworthy
Be computer literate

Minimum Qualifications

Diploma in Secretarial Studies and Shorthand Certificate 120 words per minute/ Business Management Studies plus two years’ experience at Secretary level.

Appointment and Remuneration

The successful candidate shall be offered a permanent job with an attractive salary based on qualifications and experience of the candidate.

Method of Application

Interested persons meeting the above requirements should submit their applications giving detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and three (3) names of traceable references to:

The Registrar,

Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi,

Anamwino House, City Centre

P. O. Box 30361

Lilongwe 3.

Closing date for application is 26th May, 2017. Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.

Location: Lilongwe

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-05-26

Company: Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi (NMCM)

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER (TEMPORARY POSITION)

By VIM on 05/09/2017 at 9:58pm (UTC)

Paladin (Africa) Limited invites applications from suitably qualified male or female Malawian nationals for a fixed term position of Human Resources Officer tenable at the Kayelekera Mine in Karonga District. This position will report to the Human Resources Manager.

Role Purpose
The purpose of this role is to support the HR Manager in the successful management of all HR functions within the department, and to maintain a sustainable industrial relations climate within the workforce. Specifically the duties of the Human Resources Officer will be:

HR procurement activities such as HR planning, job evaluation, benefits structuring, recruitment and selection, relocation and induction programs.
HR administration activities such as Conditions of Service, Remuneration Benefits and Employee Relations.
HR development processes such as succession planning, promotions and transfers to ensure the company’s needs are met.
Performance management processes to ensure optimum employee performance and actions to remedy any substandard employee performance or behavior.
Development, implementation and audit of best practice human resource policies, procedures and guidelines that support departments in the management of their human resources.
Records Management.
Attend to all industrial relation matters.
All aspects of the timely and accurate completion of monthly payroll processes.

Qualifications / Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: HR Management Business Administration or Public Administration.
Minimum of five years’ experience working for a big commercial enterprise in similar or related roles or activities.
Specific experience in Labour Relations will be an advantage.
Knowledge of Malawian customs and legal process.
Have passion for people development.
Analytical, and have good organizational skills.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, and Excel.
Good communication skills.

Benefits

The position will attract a competitive salary package, which will include benefits.
Women are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your application including a comprehensive CV bye-mail

Email: onpal.jobs@paladinafrica.com

or by post to:

The HR Manager,

Paladin (Africa) Limited,

Kayelekera Mine

P. O. Box 47

Karonga.

Please forward applications before closing date: Friday, 19th May, 2017. Short listed candidates may be subjected to any of the following: security clearance, competency assessment, physical capability assessment and reference checking. If you are not contacted by Paladin within (30) days after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.

Location: Karonga

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-05-19

Company: Paladin (Africa) Limited

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

By VIM on 05/09/2017 at 9:56pm (UTC)

Paladin (Africa) Limited invites applications from suitably qualified male or female Malawian nationals for the post of Laboratory Technician tenable at the Kayelekera Mine in Karonga District. This position will report to the Chief Chemist.

Role Purpose
This role is responsible for carrying out routine and non-routine analyses of water and plant samples and conduct investigation work. Uses specialised equipment and advanced analytical techniques. Assist in the development of new analytical techniques. Assist in training of laboratory assistants where necessary. Assists in the installation of equipment and is responsible for repairing and servicing laboratory instruments and equipment.

Specifically the Laboratory Technician will be

Responsible for sample preparation & analysis of process plant samples on day to day basis as per appropriate standard operating procedures.
Assist in environmental monitoring through analysis of environmental samples
Responsible for potable and cooling tower water treatment and testing
To ensure accuracy and precision on all laboratory results being produced.
Under the direction of the Chief Chemist produce laboratory reports on daily basis. Calibration and operating instruments like ICP, UV-Vis spectrometer, PH meter, EC-TDS meter, XRF spectrometer, Analytical balances, ion analyser, furnaces etc for performing qualitative & quantitative analysis with accuracy and precession.
Preparation and standardisation of volumetric solutions.
Responsible for the safe handling and disposal of laboratory wastes.
Carry out other duties as required or directed by the Chief Chemist.

Qualifications/Experience

University Degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science and technology
Minimum 2 years’ experience in analytical laboratory as laboratory technician with experience in process plant or mining will be preferred.
Knowledge of operating procedures for ICP, XRF, UV-Vis spectrometer, pH meter and EC-TDS
Experience in operation of ICP, XRF, UV-Vis spectrometer will be an added advantage.

Benefits

The position will attract a competitive salary package, which will include benefits.
Women are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your application including a comprehensive CV bye-mail

Email: onpal.jobs@paladinafrica.com

or by post to:

The HR Manager,

Paladin (Africa) Limited,

Kayelekera Mine

P. O. Box 47

Karonga.

Please forward applications before closing date: Friday, 19th May, 2017. Short listed candidates may be subjected to any of the following: security clearance, competency assessment, physical capability assessment and reference checking. If you are not contacted by Paladin within (30) days after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.

Location: Karonga

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-05-19

Company: Paladin (Africa) Limited

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