About ACADES Malawi

ACADES Malawi is committed to promoting impactful development initiatives and providing professional support through effective organisational management and quality service delivery.

Job Summary

ACADES Malawi is seeking an HR Officer responsible for managing human resource operations, supporting employee relations, ensuring compliance with labour laws, and strengthening organisational HR systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, staff records, contracts, and separation processes.
• Coordinate performance management, staff development, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Administer payroll inputs, leave management, staff benefits, medical aid, and other HR administrative processes.
• Develop, implement, and review HR policies and procedures in compliance with the Malawi Employment Act and organisational standards.
• Provide employee relations support, manage disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Prepare HR reports for Management and the Board.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least three (3) years’ progressive HR experience, preferably within an NGO or development organisation.
• Sound knowledge of Malawi labour laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) is an added advantage.
• Strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills.
• High levels of integrity and confidentiality.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Application letter.
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Relevant academic and professional certificates.

Applications should be submitted as a single PDF document to:

Email: recruitment@acadesmw.com

Email subject line:

"HR Officer – Applicant’s Full Name"

Closing Date:

31st July 2026

Important Information

• ACADES Malawi is an equal opportunity employer.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.