WorldFish seeks to create an inclusive world of healthy, well-nourished people and a sustainable blue planet, now and in the future. We provide research and innovation in aquatic food systems to support sustainable development and food system transformation toward healthy and resilient diets. Our 2030 WorldFish Research and Innovation Strategy: Aquatic Foods for Healthy People and Planet outlines our commitment to guiding the transition to more resilient aquatic food systems in three priority impact areas: Social and Economic Inclusion, Nutrition and Public Health, and Climate Resilience and Environmental Sustainability.
About the Position
To provide efficient and effective services as a driver for the operations and program of the Malawi Office and assist the Administrative department in carrying out assigned tasks in order to have an efficient delivery in office operations.
- Accounts receivable (sales orders) & payroll/pension administration.
- Banking and cash management.
- Advance and liquidation management.
- Month end closure.
The successful candidate has key responsibilities in the following areas:
- Providing driving service to WorldFish projects and general office operations according to official assignments.
- Collecting and delivering mail and carrying out other errands as assigned.
- Keeping WorldFish vehicles clean, well maintained, timely serviced and repaired.
- Compiling logbooks and generating fuel analysis reports.
- Compiling vehicle maintenance cost analysis reports on a quarterly basis.
- Maintaining list of vehicles listed with Ministry of Foreign affairs as well as supporting registration and deregistration processes for such vehicles.
- Assist in organizing special events, meetings, workshops and conferences.
- Support with Visa for WorldFish Zambia visitors.
- Assist with facilitation of duty travel arrangements for staff/ projects (local and international travel.
- Support with procurement for office requirements.
- Assist in managing office assets and ensure their appropriate insurance coverage, update of asset register and accountable use of the assets.
- General office support as assigned by supervisor and other senior staff
Requirements
This job is open to Malawi Nationals with the following skills and qualifications:
- At least 3 years of driving skills and clean record as a professional driver experience preferably with an INGO
- High level of organization and planning skills
- Demonstrate experience skills in vehicle maintenance management
- Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
Desired Skills and Qualifications
Experience with financial and accounting systems in international NGOs in Malawi.
Benefits
This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS)position and WorldFish offers a competitive remuneration package including (but not limited to) insurance coverage for staff and eligible dependents, 15% employer provident fund contribution, paid leave and others.
Our Offer
The successful candidate will be based in Lilongwe, Malawi. Interviews are expected to begin in February 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified and expected to attend the virtual interview session. The successful candidate should be available to commence as soon as possible for an initial of one (01) year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of contract renewal depending on performance and funding situation.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are invited to submit the following information online latest by 10 February 2023:
- A cover letter including a 2-page (max) description of why you are an ideal candidate for this role referring to the key responsibilities and what you would bring to the role;
- A current curriculum vitae;
- Names and contacts (telephone and e-mail addresses) of three professional referees who are familiar with your qualifications and work experience. Your nominated referees ideally should have persons from each of the following category: direct supervisor, internal peer and/or direct report. None of referees will be contacted without your permission.
The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for WorldFish positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Location: The post holder will be based in Lilongwe, Malawi.
The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for WorldFish positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Our Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
WorldFish has 7 offices across Asia, Africa and the Pacific, with more than 400 staff and 27 nationalities who contribute to a dynamic multicultural work environment.
WorldFish is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity and inclusion is valued and we seek to have gender balance in the organization. We aim to also seek balance across other diversity dimensions.
People in WorldFish are treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnicity/race, national or social origin, disability, religion, political affiliation, age, family size, marital status or any other form of personal identity.
We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage qualified women and men from developing nations to apply.
More Information
- Job City Lilongwe
