Vacancies

ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/18/2017 at 12:38pm (UTC)

Inter AIDE is looking for an Administration Manager based in Lilongwe, Malawi.

Inter Aide is a French and field oriented NGO which has been implementing development projects in the rural areas of Malawi since 1991, in the areas of WASH, Agriculture and Community Health. The objective of the position is to support all of Inter Aide programs (and its local partners) in administration and finance, improve procedures and audits and represent the association if needed.

Main duties and responsibilities

Administrative and Financial management
Communication with local institutions and others Inter Aide programs
Reporting to the Senior Advisor

Requirements

University Degree in a related field (Administration, Management, Law…)
Preferably at least 2 years experience in administrative and financial management
Excellent planning, coordination, communication and organizational skills
Excellent computer and reporting skills
Driving licence.
The deadline for receiving applications is Sunday, 30th April, 2017

To apply, please send CV + Cover letter, with the reference ADMIN/LLW to:

Email: iamalawi.applications@gmail.com

Applications with CVs longer than 3 pages will not be taken into consideration. The CV must contain at least three referees and their valid contacts. No hard copy applications will be accepted. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted through phone call or email for an interview.

Location: Lilongwe

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-04-30

Company: Inter Aide

AGRICULTURALIST/ NUTRITIONIST ( 10 positions ) Job grade: SB4

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/18/2017 at 12:36pm (UTC)

12 months ( with possibility of renewal )

Duty stations: chitipa, karonga, nkhatabay, mzimba, kasungu, nkhotakota, Salina, chiradzulo, thyolo, mulanje.

EXPECTED RESULTS

Work in collaboration with Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) and other relevant partners in the particular district in order to foster positive synergies with Afikepo;
Facilitate data collection efforts at district level, particularly guiding Afikepo team to gather relevant data on nutrition and agriculture, ensuring high quality standards;
Coordinate, draw linkages and synergize with Pillar 2, 3 and 4 of Afikepo and other projects with similar objectives in overlapping districts;
Facilitate linkages between the programme and value chains and market oriented platforms active in project districts in supporting smallholder farmers to produce for the market;
Provide on-the-job support to government counterparts, particularly to DNCC, District Health Office (DHO) and District Agriculture Development Office (DADO) staff;
Facilitate the exchange of information between Agriculture Extension and Nutrition Extension Government teams at district level and EPA level, and with other implementing partners as well;
Collect project implementing information as per requested by the District Coordinator and Afikepo Staff;
Key performance indicators

Expected outputs: (Level of outputs to be determined further in PEMS Agreement):

Required Completion Period

Catchment areas per district identified for project implementation;
After first three months of enrollment and during the entire contract duration.

Identification of key participants for the Community Based Facilitation Groups and follow up on attendance and learning process;
After first three months of enrollment and during the entire contract duration.

Training center established in consensus with the community members;
Ongoing

Clear training schedules per group;
Ongoing with biannual revisions

Training materials provide adapted to local conditions and demands;
As required

Work plans duly discussed per EPA, involving DNHA, DADOs, DHO and other relevant staff;
Ongoing

Coordination reports with concrete results on the ground with other programmes and projects implemented per district; when feasible.
Ongoing

Technical reports on project activities implemented;
Throughout the period

Required Competencies

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

University degree in Agriculture, Food Security and/or Nutrition;
Working knowledge of English and in the local language spoken at district level;
Experience in managing complex projects involving many partners;
Excellent oral and written communication skills; and
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Technical Competencies and Experience Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in development, management and monitoring of projects and programmes in agriculture, food security, nutrition-sensitive agriculture or rural development;
Proven experience in community mobilization;
Experience in identifying and promoting proven agricultural technologies that have potential to increase productivity, and incomes;
Good knowledge of Government systems, NGOs and the UN will be an asset;
Excellent communication and team building skills;
Other competencies:(i) Core Values (Required)

Commitment
Diversity and Inclusion
Integrity
(ii) Core Competencies (Required)

Communication
Working with People
Drive for Results
(iii) Functional Competencies:

Leading
Formulating strategies
Relating and networking
Deciding and Initiating action
Applying technical expertise

Closing date for applications is 26th April 2017. Applications received after the closing date will be disregarded. FAO is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are encouraged to apply.

Applications clearly indicating the position being applied for should be submitted to:

The FAO Recruitment Office

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

P O Box 30750

Lilongwe 3

Malawi

Or by email to:

Email: Mw-vacancies@fao.org

FAO is a smoke free environment

FAO is a member of the United Nations and does not charge any fees or require personal banking details at any stage of the recruitment process.

Location : National

Deadline: 2017-04-26

Salary: N/A

Company: food and agriculture organization

DISTRICT MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICERS ( 5 positions)

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/18/2017 at 11:56am (UTC)

Technical roles:

Support the design of a sound Monitoring and Evaluation System that would be able to capture nutrition and food security data at community level;
Provide training to different stakeholders at district level on the use of indicators, data collection activities, reporting and information management;
Provide needed training on report writing for project and counterpart staff implementing different project activities;
With the help and guidance of Lilongwe and Blantyre based M&E Officers, and relevant project coordinators, support the implementation of baseline surveys (type of data, questionnaire design, sampling procedure, statistical analysis, etc.) at the beginning of the project in order to collect all required baseline data for measuring progress and impact achieved during routine monitoring activities, mid-term and final evaluations;
Develop reporting systems for project activities, reporting formats, frequency of reporting, etc.;
Supervise reporting of all project activities in the two assigned districts and processing of the reports in databases and progress reports;
Provide assistance in and supervise development of project database(s) and, when ready, assist and supervise data entry and management of project database(s);
Conduct/initiate studies to document implementation and impact of different project approaches;
Ensure timely data collection, analysis and reporting on key program indicators on a monthly basis;
Support the review of data with DNCC members and prioritize planning based on data and gaps identified;
Prepare technical reports as may be required or requested and prepare an end-of-assignment report;
Represent FAO in the District level M&E forums and coordination structures in matters of M&E; and
Carry out any other related tasks as may be required by the AFAOR for programs.

Key performance indicators

o Expected outputs: (Level of outputs to be determined further in PEMS Agreement)

Required Completion Date:

o Regular and timely submission of quality monthly project monitoring reports

Every month,

o Regular and timely management of the reporting monitoring tool

Continuing

o Updated repository of all relevant databases in close coordination with the Lilongwe based M&E officer and GIS officer

Throughout the period

o Active participation in implementation of FAO project research studies

As required

o FAO representation in community and district level technical meetings specifically, related to M&E.

As required

Required Competencies

Academic Qualifications:

o Degree in agricultural economics or related subject with appropriate technical experience in the agricultural/food security sector.

Technical Competencies and Experience Requirements:

o At least five years of proven experience in monitoring of agricultural activities and projects.

o Strong technical skills in developing reporting systems, database management and statistical analysis (qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis), and tailor made training in M&E.

o Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and Excel in particular (knowledge in SPSS and STATA will be an added advantage).

o Experience in working with/or in government departments, national and international NGOs and other UN agencies is desirable.

o Team Player.

o Self-starter.

o Good communication (both oral and written) skills.

Closing date for applications is 26th April 2017. Applications received after the closing date will be disregarded. FAO is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are encouraged to apply.

Applications clearly indicating the position being applied for should be submitted to:

The FAO Recruitment Office

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

P O Box 30750

Lilongwe 3

Malawi

Or by email to:

Email: Mw-vacancies@fao.org

FAO is a smoke free environment

FAO is a member of the United Nations and does not charge any fees or require personal banking details at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, traveling

Location : National

Deadline: 2017 -04-26

Salary- N/A

Company: food and agriculture organization

MANAGER COMPLIANCE AND INTERNAL REVIEW

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/18/2017 at 11:52am (UTC)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as an expert on applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and assist staff with their interpretation and understanding of these
Stays abreast of donor policies, procedures, rules and regulations and host country legal requirements and informs local and regional management of significant changes.
Ability to develop a coherent quarterly internal review and compliance plan and implementation of the same
To conduct targeted in depth risk assessments of EGPAF Malawi country office systems
Perform internal review in the Malawi office ensuring compliance with Foundation and donor requirements
Conduct on-site financial compliance reviews which include: cash counts; review of accounts receivables including employee receivables; documentation of segregation of duties and internal control structure; document storage and retention.
Monitor outstanding advances and prepare a report for further action
Document findings, propose improvements or change as relevant, disseminate findings and ensure follow up implementation of recommendations as well as resolution.
Conduct random surprise checks and vendor verification reviews to ensure proper procurement procedures are being practiced and report on findings
Reviews and ensures compliance with all local legal requirements including registration, taxes, and local labor laws.
Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; assists with the development of corrective action plans for the resolution of problematic issues; and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar issues in the future.
Assesses proper functioning of systems, internal controls, and procedures
Develops an effective Compliance & Ethics training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers.
Assists with improving the awareness and understanding of compliance to assist employees with the establishment of a “culture of compliance”
Contribute to EGPAF’s Sub-recipients management capacity including provision of input to manuals, guidance, policies, procedures and training
Maintain open and regular communications with Manager, International Operations and other headquarters staff in DC for compliance updates, learning of best practices from other African countries, problem solving options, professional development, etc
Perform other duties as assigned from time to time
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Must have completed ACCA or CPA with at least at least 5 years’ hands on experience in Compliance and Risk management.
Previous auditing and training experience will be of an added advantage_
In depth knowledge of United States Government and/or European grant and financial regulations, systems and procedures for managing complex grant programs with many partners and customers.
Experience working with an international non-profit/non-governmental organization (NGO) preferred
Ability to be self-directed and self-motivated and a team player.
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.
Excellent report writing skills • Ability to develop and implement training
Willingness to travel up to 20f time.
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are welcome to apply Interested qualified candidates should send their expressions of interest enclosing copies of their Certificates and a detailed current Curriculum Vitae including names and contacts of at least three traceable referees, and indicating their availability to take up the position to:

The Country Director

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

1st Floor, NEDBANK House,

City Centre P.O. Box 2543

Lilongwe

Or

Email: mwrecruitment@pedaids.org

Closing Date: 28th April, 2017

Location: Lilongwe

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-04-28

Company: Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AID

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - PUBLIC HEALTH EVALUATION

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/18/2017 at 11:49am (UTC)

Job Responsibilities

Leads and manages the EGPAF Malawi portfolio of research and evaluation activities including the generation of proposals and other requests for funding related to HIV clinical, implementation, or program effectiveness research
Leads and/or oversees all aspects of the research and evaluation studies, from idea conception, development of protocols and data collection instruments, personnel training, study implementation, data management/analysis to manuscript writing
Work closely with the Technical and SI teams to identify priority program and public health evaluation questions
Identify and evaluate interventions to address key programmatic challenges using strong scientific methodology to inform the program, MOH, and the broader HIV field
Liaises with the EGPAF global regulatory officer to ensure all human subjects’ research protections are in place and all protocols undergo appropriate sponsor, U.S_ and Malawi IRS review and approval.
Ensures the highest quality scientific, ethical and regulatory standards for all research activities
Supervises and mentors research team members to enhance their knowledge and career development
Leads the capacity building of EGPAF staff and Fellows, partners, and MOH personnel in the conduct of research through research trainings, mentoring, and sharing/review of relevant scientific literature
Leads in preparation of study reports, abstracts and manuscripts and dissemination of results at district, national, and international levels
Collaborate with the global Research team and research teams across EGPAF programs to leverage global expertise, share experiences, and facilitate multi-country research activities

Required Qualifications

PHD,or MD with MPH or similar advanced Degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Maternal Child Health or HIV related sciences
Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in health research in developing countries, including protocol elaboration, design of surveys, data collection, data analysis, and scientific publication elaboration
She/he most have led from conception, development to report / or publication at least two protocols_
She/he must have authored at least two abstracts at international conference and one publication in a peer review journal. Experience in maternal, child health and HIV/AIDS research preferred;

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and understanding of HIV services, PMTCT, MCH, pediatric and adult HIV care and treatment
Knowledge of protection of human subjects in research and ethics regulations to ensure compliance with all local and international requirements
Proficiency in the use of databases such as Microsoft Access, Epi-Info and analytical software, such as STATA, SPSS, Rs an advantage
Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented with ability to prioritize, take initiative and follow-through • Proven abilities in HR management and team work
Results oriented with a demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with competing priorities
Proficiency in English (reading, speaking and writing)
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Available for regular traveling within Malawi (up to 40
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are welcome to apply Interested qualified candidates should send their expressions of interest enclosing copies of their Certificates and a detailed current Curriculum Vitae including names and contacts of at least three traceable referees, and indicating their availability to take up the position to:

The Country Director

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

1st Floor, NEDBANK House,

City Centre P.O. Box 2543

Lilongwe

Or

Email: mwrecruitment@pedaids.org

Closing Date: 28th April, 2017

Location: Lilongwe

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-04-28

Company: Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF)

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/18/2017 at 11:48am (UTC)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Support recruitment processes, including developing and posting vacancy announcements, tracking and reporting on recruitment processes, screening and short-listing applications, preparing interview schedules, and assisting with back ground screening and reference checks for final job candidates
Supports administration of HR policies, including employee terms & conditions of service, salaries and benefits, employment contracts, leave records etc.
Supports administration of the organization medical scheme and pension / provident fund.
Ensure complete and up-to-date employment documentation and confidential handling of employee information.
Ensure all required employee documentation is obtained, correctly filed, and updated as necessary.
Ensure all employees are in receipt of critical HR documents, including a current contract, employee handbook, and job description.
Supports administration of the staff training and capacity building sessions.
Prepare offer letters and employee contracts for new employees, and track contract expiry dates for renewal.
Ensure any changes in an employee’s status are adequately documented.
Support the orientation and on-boarding of new employees, including preparing an orientation schedule and welcome package, orienting staff regarding employment conditions, registering staff for benefits schemes, and ensuring new staff have appropriate work space and resources
Interface with the payroll administrator to ensure employee salary and benefits are correctly computed, and that payroll is promptly informed of any changes affecting the employee’s employment conditions.
Oversee the management and general administration of employee leave and other leave related processes.
Prepare and update the human resources data base, and update the organization chart on a monthly basis and circulate to employees.
Prepare and submit HR reports to international HR and ensure that these are accurate and submitted on a timely basis
Assist with employee safety, welfare and wellness programs, and support internal communications and staff training & development needs.
Monitor the performance management system and ensure that key dates and deadlines are met.
Ensure proper planning and preparation in respect of departing staff including fulfillment of all handover responsibilities, correct payment of terminal dues, exit interviews etc,
Ensure compliance with all internal policies and procedures as well as external regulatory concerns and applicable labor laws_

Qualifications

Degree or Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management
At least 3 years working experience in a similar post
Knowledge of Malawi labour laws
Experience working with an international non-profit/non-governmental organization (NGO) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work with limited supervision
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Computer literate
Good interpersonal skills
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are welcome to apply Interested qualified candidates should send their expressions of interest enclosing copies of their Certificates and a detailed current Curriculum Vitae including names and contacts of at least three traceable referees, and indicating their availability to take up the position to:

The Country Director

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

1st Floor, NEDBANK House,

City Centre P.O. Box 2543

Lilongwe

Or

Email: mwrecruitment@pedaids.org

Closing Date: 28th April, 2017

Location: Lilongwe

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-04-28

Company: Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF)

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