The Malawi Red Cross Society (MRCS) was established in 1966 under Chapter 18:09 of the Laws of Malawi as a humanitarian organization with a presence in all 29 districts of the country. MRCS is a government-subvented organization mandated to provide relief and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflicts and disasters, alleviate human suffering, and improve the quality of life of vulnerable communities.
MRCS is a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and delivers its mandate through relief and development programmes while upholding and disseminating the Movement’s Fundamental Principles. MRCS invites applications from suitably qualified, motivated, and experienced candidates to fill the following positions at its National Headquarters:
Position: Human Resources Officer 1.
Job Summary Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, the Human Resources Officer will play a key role in strengthening the Human Resources function and fostering a positive, productive, and inclusive work environment within MRCS. The position will support and coordinate core HR functions, including recruitment and staffing, performance management, learning and development, employee relations, occupational health and safety, HR administration, and compliance with labour laws and organisational policies.
2. Key Duties and Responsibilities
• The Human Resources Officer will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
• Work closely with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop job requirements.
• Advertise vacant positions internally and externally.
• Screen applications, coordinate interviews, and support the end-to-end recruitment process.
• Coordinate and manage the onboarding process for new employees.
• Conduct staff orientation sessions in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Address employee concerns, complaints, and grievances in a timely and professional manner.
• Support conflict resolution and promote effective communication across the organisation.
• Foster a positive and harmonious work environment.
• Support the implementation of performance appraisal systems.
• Assist managers in setting performance goals and expectations.
• Support performance improvement plans and follow-up actions.
• Identify training needs and coordinate capacity-building programmes.
• Support staff learning and career development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with MRCS HR policies and applicable labour legislation.
• Monitor HR best practices and relevant legal updates.
• Administer employee benefit programmes and respond to benefit-related enquiries.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRMIS.
• Prepare HR documentation and monthly HR reports by the 5th of the following month.
• Uphold ethical HR practices and confidentiality at all times.
• Address and assist in resolving workplace conflicts.
3. Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Membership of the Institute of People Management of Malawi will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ proven experience in a Human Resources role or a similar position.
4. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies
• Strong knowledge of labour laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office applications.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability to organizational needs.
Position 2: Procurement Officer 1.
Job Summary Reporting to the Head of Logistics, the Procurement Officer will support MRCS procurement operations in line with approved procurement plans, policies, systems, and donor regulations. The role is responsible for sourcing, supplier and contract management, market analysis, and ensuring timely, costeffective, and compliant procurement of goods and services. The Procurement Officer may also serve as an operational buyer when required.
2. Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Receive, review, and verify procurement requests for clarity, specifications, budget codes, and approvals.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with approved procurement plans, MRCS policies, and donor procurement guidelines.
• Manage procurement processes in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Generate and manage purchase orders in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain and regularly update procurement trackers and provide weekly status updates to requesting departments.
• Maintain proper electronic filing of all procurement documentation.
• Conduct supplier onboarding, performance evaluation, and market price analysis.
• Engage suppliers to ensure quality standards and timely delivery of goods and services.
• Conduct supplier appraisals and due diligence checks.
• Collaborate with user departments to ensure goods and services meet required specifications.
• Prepare and submit monthly procurement reports to the Head of Logistics and Corporate Services by the 5th of each month.
• Undertake field travel when required.
3. Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Professional qualification in procurement (e.g. CIPS) is an added advantage.
• Fully paid-up member of the Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant procurement experience, preferably within an NGO or development programme.
4. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies •
Strong knowledge of procurement processes, donor rules, and compliance requirements.
• Proven supplier and contract management skills.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and reporting skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel and work in challenging environments when required.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
Application Procedure:
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit:
• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
• A cover letter clearly indicating the position applied for
• Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates
• Contact details of at least three (3) professional referees
Applications clearly marked with the position title in the subject must be submitted via email to careers@redcross.mw no later than Tuesday, 24 March 2026. Late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
While MRCS as an equal opportunity employer does not discriminate or apply preferential treatment in recruitment and selection, workforce data indicates that women are currently underrepresented in certain roles within the Society. In order to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, MRCS encourages applications from qualified women to apply, without compromising merit-based selection