UNDP MALAWI VACANCIES

Local Security Assistant (G6)

Local Security Assistant 

Fixed Term Appointment, G6, Lilongwe, ASAP, 1 yr duration of Initial Contract 

For detailed job description and to apply online, long onto https://jobs.partneragencies.net/erecruitjobs.html?Jobopeningld=6902

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provides general administrative assistance to the SA and UNDSS office,
• Assists in ensuring residential (Residential Security Measures - RSM) and office safety, and security,
• Organises and delivers training courses on security awareness and preparedness,
• Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN staff a, offices and assets,
• Supports the SA with the assessment of Security Risk Management (SRM) and Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) for the duty station,
• Assists in maintaining the Security Plan including staff lists, Assists the Security Advisor (SA) in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country 

Qualifications and Requirements

• Physically fit,
• Ability to travel,
• Possession of a valid driver’s licence,
• Solid computers skills (MS Word, Excel, Access  and Power Point,
• Knowledge of host country safety codes,
• Knowledge of the UNDP Atlas and Budget System is an asset,
• Experience in diplomatic security, protection and intelligence considered an asset, Knowledge of HF and VHF radio operations,
• Minimum of 6 yrs experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related field of work,
• Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable,
• Completion of secondary education, University Degree desirable, but it is not a requirement 

Important notice: Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply

Career Opportunities at Malawi Housing Corporation , 4 Jan 2017

The Malawi Housing Corporation a Parastatal body which provides Shelter, Safety and Comfort to the nation is looking for a suitably qualified and experienced mature person to fill the vacant post of ICT OFFICER.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer and control the operation, configuration and maintenance of computer based information systems.
• Providing support for windows based systems
• Designing and implementing simple meaningful solutions
• Migration of data to electronic format
• Updating the corporate web page
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent understanding of networks, software and operating systems
• Excellent communication skills both written and spoken
• Excellent skills in data base administration
• Be able to work with minimum supervision
• Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain MHC web page
• Must be below 40 years of age.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Information Communication Technology
• Those with technical support experience of servers and network infrastructure will have an added advantage
• Should have a minimum of four years work experience in a busy office

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Application letters, full detailed Curriculum Vitae (CVs) including three traceable referees and copies of certificates should be sealed in an envelope clearly marked “Application for the post of ICT Officer” addressed to:-

The Chief Executive Officer
Malawi Housing Corporation
P. O. Box 414
BLANTYRE

and should be dropped in the box marked “Application Letters’ at MHC, Head Office Reception.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 4th January, 2017

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Job Opportunities at Malawi Revenue Authority

The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA), an organization entrusted with the assessment, collection, and accounting for tax revenues for the Malawi Government is inviting applications from versatile and suitably qualified young graduates to fill a vacant position of Customs Officer in the Customs & Excise Division.

Key Responsibilities:

Amongst other tasks, the officers will be responsible for the following:

1. Preparing and processing import and export documentation according to customs regulations, rules of origin, laws, or procedures
2. Advising taxpayers on import and export restrictions, tariff systems. quotas, or other customs-related matters
3. Classifying goods according to tariff coding systems
4. Assessment of customs duty
5. Conferring with officials in various agencies to facilitate clearance of goods for Trade Facilitation purposes
6. Helping to prevent the importation of illegal and/or dangerous goods including firearms, drugs, and endangered wildlife, etc. into and out of Malawi
7. Any other duties as assigned from time to time

Qualification(s)

• Applicants should have a sound Bachelors’ Degree ONLY in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or Bachelor of Social Science with a major in Economics and at a minimum, a Credit Award. This should be from recognized Universities.

Competencies

• Ability to collate and analyse often complex information.
• Ability to disseminate detailed information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to present information in a clear and logical way
• Honest and fair in applying the rules
• Good numeracy skills, with the ability to interpret accounts and make calculations
• Ability to work accurately, pay close attention to detail and notice inconsistencies.

Personal Characteristics

• Calm assertiveness
• Resilience
• Self-motivation.
• Tactful and polite with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent listening and questioning skills.

Successful candidates before being appointed will undergo an extensive background check of their integrity. Only when the vetting exercise is favourable will the Authority make the appointment.
Interested candidates Should submit their application letters together with updated curriculum vitae and three traceable referees to The Commissioner General, Malawi Revenue Authority, Private Bag 247, Blantyre

Employment at World Bank - Malawians - Jan 11 2017

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. Working with 2,000 businesses worldwide, we use our six decades of experience to create opportunity where it’s needed most. In FY16, our long-term investments in developing countries rose to nearly $19 billion, leveraging our capital, expertise and influence to help the private sector end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity.

As part of the Economics & Private Sector Development Vice Presidency, the Country Economics & Engagement Department (CEE) assesses economic trends and opportunities for private sector development at country and regional level and works closely with IFC Operations and partners in the World Bank Group in formulating country and regional strategies and conducting policy dialogue. On the other hand, the Sector Economics and Development Impact Department (SEDA) analyzes sectoral economic trends, and works closely with IFC Operations in formulating sector priorities and strategies, conducting policy dialogue, structuring, appraising, and monitoring investment projects and reporting on IFC’s impact.

Both departments, CEE and SEDA, are looking to hire multiple Senior/PrincipalCountry Economists and also Senior/Principal Sector Economists.

Country Economists will focus on one of IFC’s regions (Africa, East Asia/Pacific, Europe/Central Asia, Latin America/Caribbean, Middle East/North Africa, and South Asia).

Sector Economists will focus on private sector development in one of the following sectors: financial, power/transport, health/education, manufacturing/services and technology/telecom.

Requirements:

•  A post graduate degree in economics/finance/public policy or other relevant graduate degree from a reputable university.
• At least 10-15 years of experience demonstrating analytical skills in economics and private sector development work.
• Prior work experience in the respective sector/region preferably in a Development Finance Institution (DFI) or in the private sector and track record of working on sector/country strategies and policy related aspects.
• Knowledge of IFC or similar operational and portfolio work and a good understanding of investment projects and areas of focus is desirable
• Excellent understanding of financial and economic concepts and data & strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with high level stakeholders.

IFC is characterized by a dynamic, multi-cultural highly professional culture and offers rewarding careers in a global work environment.

For the full job description and to apply online, please visits IFC’s career website at: www.ifc.org/careers (Senior/Principal Country Economists - Job no. 162740 and Senior/Principal Sector Economists – Job no. 162741).

Deadline January 11, 2017.