Director of corporate services

DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES

TOBACCO COMMISSION

VACANCIES

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates of Malawian origin to fill the positions of Director of Tobacco Regulatory Services, Director of Finance and Director of Corporate Services tenable at the Tobacco Commission’s Head Office in Kanengo, Lilongwe.

THE ORGANISATION

The Tobacco Commission (the Commission) is a Statutory Corporation established by an Act of Parliament, the Tobacco Industry Act No. 5 of 2024. The major function of the Commission is to regulate and promote the development of the tobacco industry in Malawi.

In order to fulfill its mandate effectively and efficiently, the Commission invites suitably qualified, experienced and dynamic individuals to apply for the challenging and exciting positions advertised below:

3. DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES (GRADE TC 2)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB

The Director of Corporate Services will oversee the Commission’s human resource and corporate management policies, strategies and plans, ensuring their effective implementation and the achievement of the Commission’s strategic objectives.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director of Corporate Services shall be responsible for, among others, the following:

1. Directing and guiding human resource and administration functions in accordance with applicable laws and Government policies

2. Formulating, scheduling and implementing departmental work plans

3. Coordinating the allocation and effective utilisation of human and material resources

4. Conducting human resource analysis and staff performance appraisals, and maintain an up-to-date staff database

5. Formulating social welfare policies and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations

6. Serving as Secretary to the Board of Commissioners and its Committees and Sub-Committees.

7. Developing policies and strategies for attracting, retaining and motivating employees

8. Overseeing recruitment, training and development, disciplinary procedures and grievance handling; and

9. Overseeing procurement activities in accordance with the applicable public procurement legislation, as well as asset inventory and fleet management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or Public Administration or in a related field from an accredited academic institution; and

• A Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or Public Administration from an accredited academic institution

• Minimum of eight (8) years of work experience in Human Resources Management and Administration with at least six (6) years at a managerial level.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

The post requires a person who must possess/have/be:

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills

2. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills

3. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

4. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

5. Strong analytical problem-solving skills

6. Strong supervisory and leadership skills

7. Ability to adapt needs of the organization and employees

8. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

9. Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations

10. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software; and

11. Ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.

APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION

Successful candidates shall be offered a negotiable performance related fixed term employment contract, with an attractive salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and the seniority of the positions.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Applications including Curriculum Vitae (CVs), with at least three (3) traceable referees and photocopies of relevant certificates and National Identity, should be sent to the following address or hand delivered not later than Friday, 20th November, 2026.

The Comptroller

Department of Statutory Corporations

P.O. Box 30061

Capital City

LILONGWE 3

The applications must be clearly marked with the relevant position applied for, as follows:

“Application for the position of Director of Tobacco Regulatory Services for the Tobacco Commission”

Or

“Application for the position of Director of Finance for the Tobacco Commission”

Or

“Application for the position of Director of Corporate Services for the Tobacco Commission”

Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged and will be invited for interviews at short notice.