The National Water Resources Authority (NWRA) invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following positions.

POSITION 1: DRIVER (HEAVY GOODS MOTOR VEHICLE) – 3 POSITIONS (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)

Grade: NW 7

Department: Kamuzu Barrage

Location: Liwonde

Reporting to: Kamuzu Barrage Manager

Purpose of the Job:

Effectively dispose of weeds harvested from the weed boom at Kamuzu Barrage.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive/operate dump trucks (tippers)
• Ensure that logbooks are properly maintained for each trip, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes and greasing
• Coordinating maintenance schedule and insurance for vehicles and informing administration when renewal is due
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE)
• Must have a clean and valid driver's licence of code C with PrDP G, backed by five (5) years' experience
• Experience in dump truck (tipper) operation
• Good eyesight and must be physically fit
• Must have no criminal record

POSITION 2: ASSISTANT INSPECTION OFFICER – 3 POSITIONS

Grade: NW 6

Responsible to: Inspections Officer

Responsible for: Inspections Assistant

Location: Blantyre, Liwonde/Mangochi, Mzuzu

Purpose of the Job:

Compliance monitoring through the inspection and enforcement processes.

Key Duties:

• Assist in planning, coordinating and implementing inspection and enforcement activities
• Assist in inspection of water resources users and verify compliance with license conditions
• Assist in investigations into effluent discharge and water use practices
• Supervise and conduct collection and handling of water samples and inspection data
• Prepare preliminary inspection findings, non-compliance notices, and recommendations for enforcement
• Assist in monitoring catchment areas and recommend interventions for non-compliance
• Take care of inspection equipment and ensure proper maintenance
• Assist in conducting civic education on compliance requirements and water regulations
• Calculate annual charges for water resources use
• Supervise day-to-day fieldwork, data entry, and equipment maintenance of Inspection Assistants
• Compile and submit periodic inspection, compliance and enforcement reports

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

• Diploma in Environmental Science, Water Resources Management, Natural Resources Management, Engineering, Laboratory Science/Technology, Geography or a related field
• Minimum of two (2) years' relevant work experience in inspections, compliance monitoring, water resources management, or a related field

Additional Skills:

• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Integrity and confidentiality

POSITION 3: INSPECTION ASSISTANT – 3 POSITIONS

Grade: NW 7

Responsible to: Assistant Inspections Officer

Location: Blantyre, Liwonde, Mangochi, Nkhotakota and Salima

Purpose of the Job:

To provide technical and administrative support in inspections, compliance monitoring and enforcement activities.

Key Duties:

• Assist in carrying out routine and ad hoc inspections of water resources users and regulated sites
• Collect field data, meter readings and maintain accurate records for reporting
• Collect, label, handle and transport water samples for laboratory analysis
• Assist in preparing inspection checklists, notices, and other documents
• Prepare equipment and materials for inspection activities
• Support civic education and stakeholder awareness on compliance requirements
• Assist in compiling data and calculating annual charges for water resources use
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports on work done
• Carry out data entry and records update

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

• Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) plus a certificate and/or experience in Water Resources Management, Environmental Management, Laboratory Science, Natural Resources Management or a related field
• At least one (1) year of relevant experience in field support, inspections, sample collection, or records management will be an added advantage

POSITION 4: LICENSING ASSISTANT – 3 POSITIONS

Grade: NW 7

Responsible to: Assistant Licensing Officer

Location: Blantyre, Liwonde/Mangochi, Mzuzu, Karonga

Purpose of the Job:

To identify water users and effluent dischargers and initiate licensing processes.

Key Duties:

• Assist in identifying unlicensed water abstractors, effluent dischargers and borehole drillers, and initiate the licensing process
• Assist in identifying licensed water users who are not compliant and initiate enforcement action
• Compiling list of unlicensed water users and effluent dischargers and report
• Assist in receiving and recording applications and preparing weekly and bimonthly reports
• Assist in ensuring that all licensing fees are paid and proofs of payments recorded
• Participate in civic education and stakeholder awareness activities
• Assist and guide applicants in completing license and permit application forms
• Assist Catchment Management Committees in handling water abstraction applications

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

• Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) plus a certificate and/or experience in Water Resources Management, Environmental Management, Laboratory Science, Natural Resources Management or a related field
• At least one (1) year of relevant experience in field support, inspections, sample collection, or records management will be an added advantage

Additional Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Good oral and written communication
• Attention to detail
• Integrity, honesty and confidentiality

Application Procedure for All Positions:

The NWRA is an equal opportunity employer. An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates.

Interested persons should submit applications with up-to-date detailed CV, copies of certificates, and names and addresses of three traceable referees to:

Address: The Chief Executive Officer, National Water Resources Authority, TAURUS House, Private Bag 363, Lilongwe 3.

Deadline: 26th June 2026

Only complete applications will be considered. Late applications shall not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.