Vacancies

SCIENTIFIC ADMINISTRATOR

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/09/2017 at 5:01am (UTC)

The Malawi Epidemiology and Intervention Research Unit (formerly Karonga Prevention Study) is a medical research programme, operating in Karonga District, and Lilongwe City. We conduct research on non-communicable diseases, tuberculosis epidemiology, HIV/AIDS and demography. The research programme is a partnership between the Malawi College of Medicine and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. The programme works closely with the Ministry of Health, with its research agenda aligned to Ministry of Health priorities.

The programme is developing capacity in NCD research, health informatics and epidemiology, and other areas, principally through the College of Medicine, and forging links with other institutions in the region with a view to conduct multi-country studies. Research is done in partnerships and in highly conducive academic environments. We are seeking a Scientific Administrator to be based at our Lilongwe Office, who will be responsible for supporting a multicentre data analysis project, the African Non-communicable Disease Longitudinal data Alliance (ANDLA), through facilitating communications between partners, arranging meetings, taking minutes, writing reports and facilitating and monitoring delivery on targets and scientific outputs.

Other duties will include:

general support in grant proposal submission processes, contract and grant administration, and budget development.
He/she will also be required to facilitate manuscript submission processes and maintain a database of publications.
He/she will also be required to familiarise himself/herself with the basic administrative processes and accounting systems of the Lilongwe office in order to provide support and cover absence of the office administrator.
The applicant will work closely with the Lilongwe Administrator, Senior Scientists both from the MEIRU programme, and collaborators from international institutions.
Requirements

The ideal candidate should:

have a minimum of a Bachelor’s qualification in Business Studies/ Administration or Accounting or relevant Science with appropriate experience in project management.
Good oral and written communication skills and demonstrable organisational skills will be essential.
Application Process:

Applications should be made to:

The HR Manager;

Malawi Epidemiology and Intervention Research Unit,

P.O Box 46,

Chilumba

through:

Email: recruitment@kpsmw.org

by end of business on Monday 17 April, 2017. Applicants should include a cover letter, CV and the names and contacts of at least 2 referees who can be contacted immediately if shortlisted. Further particulars (including job description and person specification) are available from

Email: orphan.chirwa@kpsmw.org

Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.

Location: Lilongwe

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-04-17

Company: Malawi Epidemiology and Intervention Research Unit

MECHANIC

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/08/2017 at 9:30pm (UTC)

Medecins Sans Frontieres Belgium is an international non-governmental humanitarian organisation working in Malawi in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and the population in an integrated HIV/AIDS project in Blantyre, Lilongwe and Mwanza Districts & Support to MOH in Mentorship program in Nsanje.

Mechanic - Limbe

Reporting to the Fleet Manager, the position is based in the Limbe Coordination Office, with regular visits to projects in Nsanje or other locations.

Purpose of the Post
Performing autonomously, complex/advanced servicing, maintenance and repair of MSF vehicles and other engines according to MSF standards and procedures, in order to ensure vehicles are in perfect running conditions.

Major responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Performing autonomously and ensuring, all necessary complex / advanced maintenance and repair of MSF vehicles and mechanical equipment
Responsible for the equipment and tools, checking they are correctly and safely used, maintaining and renewing them when necessary and keeping the inventory updated.
Ensuring that all record sheets and books related to maintenance are always completed and preparing needed reports before and after any repair or required maintenance.
Required work experience:

Previous work experience in reputable garage or workshop as mechanic or head of workshop
Deep knowledge of Toyota Land Cruiser 4×4 vehicles.
Educational qualifications:

Diploma in Mechanics
Diploma in Electrical Mechanic is also an advantage
Personal Attributes:

Good communication, reporting skills
Fluency in English and Chichewa, written and spoken
Good organizational and planning skills
Ability to work under stress and minimum supervision.
Applications for the vacant post with detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic, vocational certificates, should be submitted to the following address no later than Wednesday, 19th April, 2017.

Attn to: HR coordinator,

Medecins sans Frontieres Belgium,

P.O. Box 30353

Chichiri,

Blantyre 3

Email: msfocb-blantyre@brussels.msf.org

MSF appreciates all applicants but please note only short listed applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Location: Blantyre

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-04-19

Company: Medecins Sans Frontieres Belgium.

LEAF PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/08/2017 at 9:15pm (UTC)

JTI (Japan Tobacco International) is a leading global tobacco company operating in over 120 countries worldwide, As one of the fastest growing international industry players over a ton year period, we manufacture world- renowned brands such as Benson & Hedges, Winston, Camel, Mevius, LD, Sobranie and Glamour.

Operating in Malawi since 1999, JTI Leaf Malawi Limited (JTILM) is part of JTI’s tobacco leaf buying business and is one of the leading tobacco companies in Malawi. An opportunity is currently available for suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant position:

Leaf Production Technician

Position Purpose
The role is responsible for contracting growers and providing them with quality extension services while ensuring the they grow their tobacco in line with Minimum Agricultural Standards (MAS) and JTI best practices. The position reports to the Leaf Production Supervisor.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

Contracting and registering growers.
Providing training and extension services to registered growers to ensure the practice of MAS and compliance to JTI best practices.
Creating credible relationships with the grower associations and other relevant stakeholders
Distributing inputs to registered growers
Monitoring the growers tobacco crop and submitting reports on crop growth.
Conducting crop estimates and providing accurate data for monitoring and planning.
Coordinating delivery of tobacco volumes from the growers farms to the relevant Auction Holdings Limited (AHL) sales floors,
Facilitating and monitoring growers’ tobacco sales to expedite loan repayments.
Qualifications and Experience

A minimum of a Diploma in Agriculture or any other related field from a recognized institution. However, Degree holders will have an added advantage.
A minimum of 3 years working experience with high level of tobacco knowledge.
Ability to travel to the field and tit into rural society
Skills, Competencies and Languages

Excellent written and spoken English and the ability to communicate in Chichewa or Tumbuka or other vernacular language from the North.
Proficiency in Microsoft packages and internet.
Good communication and team work skills.
Excellent leadership and planning skills
Good at decision making.
Holder of a motorbike riding license or willing to obtain one.
To apply, please send your clearly marked application letters and CV to the following by Wednesday 12th April, 2017:

E-mail: Send to Joinus.Malawi@jti.com

Postal address:

Human Resources Director,

JTI Leaf Malawi Limited,

P.O. Box 40012,

Kanengo,

Lilongwe 4,

Malawi.

Location: Lilongwe

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-04-12

Company: Japan Tobacco International (JTI)

PROJECT COORDINATOR

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/08/2017 at 9:13pm (UTC)

To ensure full facilitation in the planning, implementation, monitoring of the CADECOM Community Integrated Development Project, with a strong focus on Food Security and Water, Sanitation and
Hygiene.

Organisational Relationship: Under the Direct Supervision of the Diocesan CADECOM Secretary

Location: Lilongwe CADECOM – with frequent travels to Dowa

Major Tasks and Activities

Coordinate actual implementation and reporting of the project activities.
Build capacity of other Diocesan project officers and other implementing partners in Strength Based Approach and Participatory Rural Appraisal tools for effective implementation of the project
Facilitate timely collection of monitoring and evaluation data, analysis and dissemination of reports to management and key stakeholders
Facilitating documentation of Strength Based Approach processes at the community level
Facilitate project learning and dissemination of better practices/stories of change to management and key stakeholders
Coordinate research and advocacy activities at diocesan level
Conducting monitoring of programme implementation
Conduct indicator tracking surveys for the project
Develop IEC materials for the project
Source and share relevant technical information with other stakeholders
Creating awareness for success stories of communities and documenting the same.
Preparation of annual budgets for the project in liaison with Finance department
Any other duties assigned by management.
Requirements

A Bachelors Degree in Agriculture, Social Sciences with emphasis in Rural Development, Project Management or any relevant field
At least three to five years of professional experience in implementing/managing integrated development programming, with knowledge of practices in monitoring and evaluation.
Experience implementing/managing programs related to livelihood, nutrition, agriculture or food security, water, sanitation and hygiene.
Demonstrated skills in M&E design with previous experience in application of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
Fluency in English and at least one locally spoken language in Malawi.
Excellent oral and written analytical communication skills, ability to work well with people, use good judgment and commit to CADECOM’s mission.
Computer literate (MS Office, SPSS, Epi info) must be competent in the use Microsoft Excel.
Ability to transfer knowledge through formal and informal training.
Willingness to travel extensively to the project sites to interact with stakeholders and project participants.
Previous NGO experience for two or more years preferred.
A committed Christian.
Attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful and enthusiastic candidate. Those with the necessary experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications with detailed CV that provide traceable record, contact phone numbers and three traceable referees must be forwarded to the following address by close of business on 22nd April, 2017:

The Diocesan CADECOM Secretary,

CADECOM Lilongwe,

P.O. BOX 631,

LILONGWE

Email: cadecomll@gmail.com

with copy to:

Email: caritasmalawi@ecmmw.org

Or hand delivered to CADECOM Lilongwe Offices, behind Likuni Mission Hospital in Likuni. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

CADECOM is an equal opportunity employer and qualified ladies are encouraged to apply!

Location: Lilongwe

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-04-22

Company: Catholic Development Commission in Malawi (CADECOM).

SECRETARY GENERAL

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/08/2017 at 9:11pm (UTC)

Reporting to the Board, the Secretary General who is the Chief Executive Officer is expected to bring an integrated and team approach to the design and delivery of the Relief and Development Services provided by the Malawi Red Cross Society.

The key responsibilities and duties of the position are:

Coordination and synchronization of activities of Management and Board.
Provide direction and guidance to the Society on a range of issues, including finance, programmes and human resources.
Mobilization and management of resources, including timely reporting to the Board and Partners.
Management of partnership relationships.
Recruitment and management of human resources.
Oversee the growth of the membership of the Society and its development.
Maintain the register of members of the Society.
Ensure effective liaison and linkage with Government, especially the DoD MA Ministry of Health and Department of Disaster Management
Act as Secretary to the Board and Council of the Society
The Person:
The person, must be a Malawian national of good standing in the society, should possess the following:

A Masters Degree in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Public Administration, or other relevant qualification;
The person should have at least 10 years professional experience in Relief and Development work, 5 years of which should have been at senior Management level;
Experience in working with cooperating partners, public sector, NGOs and the private sector;
Ability to mobilize resources and have demonstrable stewardship of financial resources.
Excellent communication skills;
Ability to motivate and lead a multi-disciplinary team;
Ability to network and have negotiation skills; Partnership skills;
Capacity to instill confidence in the Board, staff, key stakeholders and partners;
A self starter and be able to work with minimum supervision;
Computer literacy.
Persons with experience working with the Red Cross / Red Crescent movement bodies within and outside the country or with continental or global programmes in Relief and Humanitarian work will have an added advantage.
Remuneration:
An attractive package will be offered to the successful candidate and appointment will be on a three year fixed contract renewable on satisfactory performance. Interested persons should submit their applications, under confidential cover, enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and names of three traceable references, day telephone/cell-phone and facsimile numbers and e-mail address to:-

The Legal Advisor,

Malawi Red Cross Society,

P.O. Box 30096,

Lilongwe 3.

Email: sgrecruit@redcross.mw

The closing date for all applications is strictly; Friday the 21st of April, 2017. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

Location: Lilongwe

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-04-21

Company: Malawi Red Cross Society (MRCS).

GRADUATE LECTURER - SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AND MATHEMATICS

By Vacancies In Malawi (VIM) on 04/07/2017 at 9:18pm (UTC)

Alma Teachers’ Training College seeks qualified Graduate Lecturers with a minimum of five years teaching experience in the Primary Teacher Training College or Primary School can apply for the following subject combination:

Science and Technology and Mathematics
Applications with detailed CVs and photocopies of Certificates should be sent to the Principal no later than April 30th, 2017.

The Principal,

Alma Teachers’ Training College,

P.O. Box 222

MZIMBA.

E-mail: almattc2015@gmail.com

Location: Mzimba

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: N/A

Job deadline: 2017-04-30

Company: Alma Teachers’ Training College

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