The Malawi Council for Disability Affairs (MACODA) is a Statutory body established by the Persons with Disabilities Act (No. 4 of 2024). MACODA's core mandate is to promote and protect rights and freedoms of persons with disabilities. The Council is an enforcement agency of the Act and is mandated to investigate and carry out inquiries into violations of rights of persons with disabilities.

MACODA is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions existing in the Council.

POSITION 1: INTERNAL AUDITOR

Grade: MCD 6

Reporting to: The Director General

Responsible for: Auditing all financial and material resources for MACODA

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Planning and executing risk-based audits at MACODA head office, MACODA factory Kamuzu and Lilongwe Vocational Training Centre, District offices, and projects spread across the country

Prepare audit reports and track implementation of recommendations

Identify internal controls weaknesses and recommend improvements

Designing, developing and reviewing internal audit policies, procedures and systems

Investigating and reporting on any incidents of fraud, thefts and other incidents occasioned by failure in internal control systems

Monitoring and reporting on adherence to statutes, policies and regulations governing MACODA and its operating environment

Facilitating redress through litigation, recovery and claims for losses incurred by the Council

Liaising with and providing support to external auditors during statutory audits

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing or any related fields obtained from an accredited institution with 5 years working experience in a busy organisation

Should be a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Malawi

Personal Attributes and Specifications:

Wide knowledge of the country's public finance management laws

Knowledge of relevant accounting and auditing standards

Be conversant with audit procedures for programs and projects

Experience in carrying out investigations

Sound communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

Excellent decision making, good judgement and sound planning

Be computer literate and innovative

Be well versed in risk management

POSITION 2: INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY OFFICER (1 POST)

Grade: MCD 5

Reporting to: Human Resource and Administration Manager

Responsible for: Overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of the MACODA's software applications and systems; managing the institution's ICT systems and procedures, needs and requirements and ensuring that the Council's Disability Information Management System (DMIS) is running at all times

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordination of publication and information dissemination system for MACODA

Provide technical and infrastructure support for the ICT environment at MACODA

Managing network administration, maintenance and monitoring

Ensure that security and integrity of systems, network and data, are not compromised

Maintaining physical security and good order of Information and Communication Technologies infrastructure

Developing and maintaining internal workflow systems

Developing, maintaining and enforcing the Council's ICT policy

Managing and providing support to DMIS network with centre, district and community offices

Supporting MACODA programs visibility through digital platforms

Capacitating and orienting staff on ICT facilities

Maintaining ICT inventories including the library, social media platforms, software assets, hardware and stakeholder communications

Facilitate ICT and digital based innovations

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Information and Communication Technology obtained from an accredited institution with 5 years of experience working in a similar position

Personal Attributes and Specifications:

Must have demonstrable skills in computer and network infrastructure

Be self-motivated, proactive ability to work with minimum supervision

Conversant with data protection relevant legislation governing the Malawi's ICT sector

Ability to implement new infrastructure, software solutions and upgrades

POSITION 3: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT OFFICER

Grade: MCD 5

Reporting to: Human Resource and Administration Manager

Responsible for: Supporting all functions of Human Resource Management, Planning and Development within the Council; participating in all operations and programs pertaining to Human Resource Management

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Preparing, organising and maintaining accurate staff records and database

Reviewing job descriptions in line with the changes in job requirements

Supervising and assessing performance of junior staff

Assisting in staff development needs assessment

Supporting resource development and development of Human Resource Management policies, procedures, rules and regulations

Providing support in the process of recruitment and selection processes

Maintaining records for leave, pension administration, performance appraisal, training and personnel administration

Initiating and managing recruitment processes in liaison with relevant heads of departments

Support the development and implementation of institutional work place policies

Managing the onboarding process for newly recruited staff

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field from an accredited institution with 3 years' experience

Personal Attributes and Specifications:

Good practical knowledge of Malawi's labour legislation

Practical skills and competencies in organisational and institutional procedures on HR

Knowledge of progressive practices in contemporary HR and public administration practices

Knowledge of corporate governance ethos and practices

Understanding and appreciation of work place policies including safeguarding, gender, sexual harassment and complaints handling

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Highly innovative and computer literate

POSITION 4: PROCUREMENT AND ASSETS DISPOSAL OFFICER

Grade: MCD 5

Reporting to: Director of Finance & Administration

Responsible for: Providing professional, efficient, and effective procurement and supply services in compliance with the applicable Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets legal framework and MACODA policies, while facilitating the cost-effective procurement of goods, services, and works

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Developing and monitoring the implementation of annual procurement plans

Guiding the preparation of product specifications and Terms of Reference (TORs), bidding documents and the tender evaluation process

Preparing evaluation and selection reports and managing procurement contracts for the attention of MACODA Internal Procurement and Disposal of Assets Committee

Manage records for all procurement and disposal activities as prescribed in the public procurement and disposal legal and regulatory framework

Managing and monitoring supply and service contracts and logistics related to procurement activities

Maintenance of procurement database and procurement registry for the Council

Preparation of monthly procurement reports

Providing general advice and assistance to staff and management on procurement and asset disposal processes

Provide secretarial services to the evaluation, and internal procurement and disposal committees

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Procurement and Logistics or Supply Chain Management from an accredited institution with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience

Must have familiarity with public procurement laws

Must be a member of Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supplies (MIPS)

Personal Attributes and Specifications:

Should be well grounded in procurement

Should have good interpersonal skills and be a team player

Sound and excellent practical knowledge of PPDA procurement guidelines

High level of integrity and professionalism

Highly motivated and flexible person with ability to work under pressure

POSITION 5: ASSISTANT REHABILITATION OFFICER (3 POSITIONS)

Grade: MCD 6

Reporting to: Rehabilitation Manager

Responsible for: Provision of implementation of community based inclusive development programs at the district level for the promotion and protection of the rights of persons with disabilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct the identification, initial assessment and referral of persons with disabilities

Maintain a database of persons with disabilities and organizations implementing disability programs in an assigned catchment area

Provide training on the Persons with Disabilities Act, National Disability Policy and other relevant documents

Plan and implement activities aimed at creating public awareness on disability rights in the catchment area

Provide counseling services to persons with disabilities and their guardians

Supervise the day-to-day tasks of Community Rehabilitation Assistants and Community Rehabilitation Volunteers

Promote inter-agency collaboration in line with the cross-cutting nature of disability

Draw and implement rehabilitation plans

Compile and submit reports to the Rehabilitation Manager and other partners

Ensure that family members are involved in the rehabilitation process

Handle complaints on the violation of the rights of persons with disabilities

Investigate any matter relating to violation on the rights of persons with disabilities

Assist in the mobilization of resources at district level for disability programming and interventions

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Community Development, Social Work or any Social Science Degree, Project Management, or Special Needs Education with 3 years relevant working experience

Personal Attributes and Specifications:

Be conversant with human rights issues affecting persons with disability in Malawi

Computer literacy skills

Experience in stakeholder collaboration and resource mobilization

Application Procedure for All Positions:

Qualified and interested individuals who meet the above specifications should submit their written applications, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, and copies of certificates not later than 4:30pm on 30th June 2026 to:

Address: The Director General, Malawi Council for Disability Affairs (MACODA), P.O. Box 5971, LIMBE

Email: careers@macoda.mw (all application documents as one pdf)

Deadline: 30th June 2026 at 4:30pm

Malawi Council for Disability Affairs is an equal opportunity employer and persons with disabilities and women are highly encouraged to apply. The Council is committed to the promotion of merit, fairness, equity, honesty, integrity, impartiality and professionalism; as such any form of canvasing is not allowed and any candidate involved shall be disqualified.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.