The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned facilities in Malawi and the Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi with 187 Health Facilities and 11 Training Colleges which are located in all parts of the country. Most of the Health Facilities are situated in the remote and hard-to-reach areas. The objectives of CHAM are to facilitate, provide technical support, and develop health services among all member facilities in order to achieve equity in access to health care, patient care and in all matters, to act for the benefit of the people of Malawi.
CHAM Secretariat invites applications for the position of Sales and Marketing Intern as follows:
Position: SALES AND MARKETING INTERN
Department: Health Services
Reports to: Pharmacy Manager
Purpose of the Position
To support the effective operation of CHAM's wholesale pharmacy by combining sales and marketing efforts to increase revenue, enhance customer satisfaction, and improve pharmaceutical supply chain efficiency for health facilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Checking supplies leaving the pharmacy.
- Responding to requests for quotations (RFQ).
- Assisting in processing and dispatching supplies to clients and ensuring dispatched supplies are received by clients.
- Sending invoices and delivery notes to clients who have ordered electronically.
- Assisting in monthly stock taking of the DRF.
- Assisting in the development, designing and distribution of marketing materials for the DRF.
- Assisting in implementation of sales and marketing strategies to increase awareness and sales within CHAM facilities and other potential clients.
- Supporting in managing customer relationships and sales processes.
- Assisting in conducting market analysis and research on trends, needs, gaps and areas of improvement to grow the DRF business.
- Assisting in preparing monthly sales and marketing performance reports to guide decision-making.
- Maintaining organized records of all transactions, marketing campaigns and client interactions.
Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Marketing, Business Administration/Management or any related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory management software.
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Results oriented and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication, analytical and report writing skills
- Team player with ability to work in a diverse group
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Team player with ability to work in a diverse group
- Understanding of different sales and marketing techniques
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates and a covering letter (addressed to Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3) should be submitted to recruitment@cham.org.mw.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 21st January 2025 and only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes. The organisation therefore does not accept bribes or gifts in any form for the purpose of offering employment to any candidate.
The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned facilities in Malawi and the Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi with 187 Health Facilities and 11 Training Colleges which are located in all parts of the country. Most of the Health Facilities are situated in the remote and hard-to-reach areas. The objectives of CHAM are to facilitate, provide technical support, and develop health services among all member facilities in order to achieve equity in access to health care, patient care and in all matters, to act for the benefit of the people of Malawi.
CHAM Secretariat invites applications for the position of Warehouse Assistant as follows:
Position: WAREHOUSE ASSISTANT
Grade: CS2
Department: Health Services
Reports to: Pharmacy Manager
Purpose of the Position
Ensuring good pharmaceutical practices in the areas of cleanliness, proper storage, warehousing, packaging and all the logistics involving pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical products including Customer Care services.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintaining the receiving, warehousing and distribution of pharmaceuticals in compliance with the organization and PMRA policies.
- Keeping stock control systems up-to-date by using both automated and manual systems for reconciliation as well as to avoid drug pilferages.
- Maintaining the physical condition of the warehouse and efficient space utilization while following the warehousing regulation of PMRA.
- Participating in regular inventory counts and audits to ensure accuracy and identify any potential issues.
- Preparing monthly and quarterly stock inventory reports.
Qualifications and Experience
- Certificate or Diploma in managing drug supply chain, quality control of medicines, essentials of pharmacy practice, standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Certificate in Procurement and Supply Chain from Chartered institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) will be an added advantage.
- Experience of working in a similar environment for more than two years.
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Be able to work with minimum supervision and under pressure
- Accuracy in planning, record keeping, receiving and issuing items
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and a team player
- Dedicated and honest
- Be able to operate stores software
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates and a covering letter (addressed to Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3) should be submitted to recruitment@cham.org.mw.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 21st January 2025 and only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes. The organisation therefore does not accept bribes or gifts in any form for the purpose of offering employment to any candidate.
The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned facilities in Malawi and the Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi with 194 Health Facilities and 11 Training Colleges which are located in all parts of the country. Over 75% of CHAM Health Facilities are situated in the remote and hard-to-reach areas. The objectives of the organization are to facilitate, provide technical support, and develop health services among all member facilities in order to achieve equity in access to health care, patient care and in all matters, to act for the benefit of the people of Malawi.
CHAM Secretariat invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill various positions which are contingent upon award of the PMI Case Management and Social Behavior Change Project. The positions are tenable in Lilongwe and are as follows:
Position: CHIEF OF PARTY
Grade: CM2
Department: Malaria Project
Reports to: Executive Director
Purpose of the Job
The Chief of Party will provide leadership for the overall management to ensure strategic, programmatic, technical, and financial integrity of an upcoming USAID-funded Malaria and SBC Project in Malawi.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Serving as the primary point of contact to USAID/PMI, NMCP and Ministry of Health on the project, as well as private and non-government stakeholders.
- Leading the work planning process in close collaboration with USAID, Ministry of Health, key stakeholders, and the project team
- Overseeing the quality, preparation, and timely submission of project reports to USAID
- Ensuring the project is technically sound, evidence-based and responsive to the needs of countries, its people and donors
- Promoting, upholding, and modeling a commitment to the efficient use of agency and donor resources. Ensure compliance with USAID grants, including financial tracking and oversight of partner budgets, finance, administration, and reporting to USAID. Approve program expenditures, budget adjustments, and cost modification requests to donors.
- Ensuring, compliance with the terms of the award, quality and sustainability of interventions.
- Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with Ministry of Health, private sector partners and other key stakeholders in Malawi to maximize resources and avoid duplication of efforts.
- Representing CHAM and the project in various platforms such as meetings and conferences and share progress, achievements and lessons learned to donors, other key stakeholders.
- Collaborating with project team to build capacity in malaria service delivery and social and behavior change programming to improve malaria prevention and health-seeking practices and behaviors
- Mentoring, supporting, supervising and managing a team of highly qualified staff and align their efforts to ensure rapid and sustainable results
- Providing guidance, in collaboration with senior staff, to subcontractors and sub-grantees
- Working with the Business Development Unit to mobilize resources for the Malaria and other programs for CHAM
- Oversee development and/or review project materials and publications
- Working with finance and project staff to develop and track project budget expenditures.
- Working with Monitoring and Evaluation staff to develop frameworks and effectively track data/results.
Qualifications and Experience
- A minimum of Master's Degree in Public Health, Business Administration or any related field.
- A minimum of 10 years working experience in successfully managing large, multi-partner, multi-year health sector projects that have implemented successful activities, ideally in Malaria and SBC.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience managing donor funds with USAID or other donor-funded health projects preferably as a Chief of Party, or equivalent.
- Understanding of Malawi health systems, gaps and opportunities in primary health care, Malaria and SBC.
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- A self-starter, strategic thinker and very creative
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver results on time
- A good team worker with excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, advocacy and team building skills
- Knowledge in establishing project systems and overseeing project start-up and close-out.
- Noteworthy diplomacy skills and proven ability to establish and maintain interpersonal and professional relationships with USAID, host-country counterparts and other local and international stakeholders including NGOs and CSOs.
- Excellent knowledge of USAID regulations, compliance and reporting requirements.
- Expertise in research to practice—identifying and adapting best practices to specific project contexts.
- Excellent facilitation, supervision, team building and collaboration skills in facilitation, team building, coaching and coordination.
- Excellent verbal, written interpersonal and presentation skills in English and Chichewa preferred.
- Ability to coach, mentor and develop technical capacity in regional and national projects and technical staff.
- Ability to travel nationally at least 30% of the time.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates and a covering letter (addressed to Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3) should be submitted to recruitment@cham.org.mw.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 10th September 2024. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Note: Successful candidates for all the positions will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. CHAM is an equal opportunity employer therefore all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes, therefore, the organisation does not accept bribes or gifts in any form for the purpose of offering employment to any candidate.
The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned facilities in Malawi and the Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi with 187 Health Facilities and 11 Training Colleges which are located in all parts of the country. Most of the Health Facilities are situated in the remote and hard-to-reach areas. The objectives of CHAM are to facilitate, provide technical support, and develop health services among all member facilities in order to achieve equity in access to health care, patient care and in all matters, to act for the benefit of the people of Malawi.
CHAM Secretariat invites applications for the position of Director of Health Programmes as follows:
Position: Director of Health Programs
Grade: CM2
Department: Programmes
Reports to: Executive Director
Purpose of Job
To provide overall leadership in the planning and management of health care service delivery in CHAM. To ensure CHAM health facilities are providing cost effective pro- poor quality services and adhering to Ministry of Health Policies on Equity in access to health care.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
1. Programme delivery, leadership and supervision
- Providing leadership on programme execution.
- Supervising line managers and staff in the Health Department.
- Providing guidance to technical committees and regional committees
- Ensuring appropriate monitoring of service delivery to achieve financial, administrative and programme goals.
- Ensuring quality assurance is adhered to in all CHAM health facilities and training institutions.
- Ensuring program quality according to CHAM standards.
- Supporting the proprietors’ health coordination offices to effectively supervise health facilities.
2. Resource mobilisation, utilisation and reporting
- Mobilising resources to support with the provision of quality health care services and pre-service training of health care workers in CHAM institutions.
- Ensuring programme resources are utilised in accordance with applicable donor policies and procedures.
- Ensuring timely and accurate reporting to development partners and CHAM Board of directors.
3. Facilitating capacity building in health care management and delivery
- Planning and managing delivery of health care and pre-service training of health care workers in CHAM health facilities through coordination desks.
- Providing technical support in the areas planning and management to all CHAM institutions
- Coordinating capacity building initiatives to strengthen health management teams of member health facilities.
- Ensuring that CHAM member units have appropriate governance structures for effective delivery of services.
- Facilitating accreditation of health facilities and training institutions.
4. Advocacy, networking and partnership building
- Representing CHAM in the EHP, PPP, health services, HRH and other relevant technical working groups of the Ministry of Health.
- Participating in CHAM advocacy and research activities.
- Advocating and lobbying for equity in access to health care.
- Promoting networking and partnerships for CHAM.
- Facilitating availability of medicines, supplies, and Human Resources in CHAM institutions
- Handling membership liaisons.
- Meeting requirements of the CHAM monitoring and evaluation framework.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s Degree in Health Services Management / Planning / Nursing or Medicine with a bias in Health Care Planning and Management.
- Five years’ experience in management of health care services, quality assurance and supportive supervision.
- Five years’ experience in resource planning and mobilisation.
- Experience in management of health care services in poor settings and the implementation and management of international health and development programs funded by development partners.
- Experience in management of donor funded projects.
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Excellent skills in project management, leadership and networking.
- Knowledge of results based management and performance appraisal.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and results oriented.
- Team player and ability to work in a diverse group.
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates and a covering letter should be submitted to: recruitment@cham.org.mw or the following postal address: Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 31st May 2024 and only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes therefore the organisation does not accept bribes or gifts in any form for the purpose of offering employment to any candidate.
Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical umbrella association co-owned by Episcopal Conference of Malawi and Malawi Council of Churches. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi. It has 187 Health Facilities and 11 Training Colleges which are located in hard-to-reach areas across the country. The objective of CHAM in general is to provide technical support, and develop health services among all its member facilities in order to achieve equity and universal access to health care, to act for the benefit of the people of Malawi especially in the poor and hard to reach rural areas.
With funding from USAID Presidents Malaria Initiative (PMI), CHAM invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the vacant position of Malaria Technical Lead for the Towards Malaria Elimination (TOME) Project. The TOME project is jointly implemented by CHAM in consortium with DAPP Malawi and supports the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) on malaria case management in Salima and Lilongwe (Rural) Districts.
Position: MALARIA TECHNICAL LEAD
Grade: CM3
Project: TOME
Reports to: Director of Health Programs
Roles and Responsibilities
- Spearheading the comprehensive coordination of project case management, offering expert guidance in malaria case management, integrated Community Case Management (iCCM), and Malaria in Pregnancy (MiP) interventions.
- Fostering collaboration with the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) and District Health Management Teams (DHMTs) to strategize, execute, and disseminate project performance and outcomes effectively.
- Designing the project's work plan, managing budgets, and compiling quarterly and annual reports.
- Forging robust partnerships with malaria program donors and key stakeholders, ensuring seamless alignment of project objectives with overarching goals.
- Providing support to DAPP Malawi and project leadership, offering strategic insights and operational guidance to ensure the project's smooth functioning.
- Collaborating with USAID/PMI to design innovative tools, strategies, and initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and advancing project objectives.
- Tracking progress of all project activities against established work plans and preparing comprehensive reports to monitor project performance.
- Serving as a representative of the project and CHAM in pertinent malaria programming meetings convened by stakeholders, the Ministry of Health, and other implementing partners.
- Updating stakeholders, health authorities, and senior management on project activities, progress, and achievements to foster transparency and accountability.
- Engaging in a collaborative review of monitoring and evaluation tools with the project monitoring team, ensuring continuous refinement and enhancement to optimize project impact and effectiveness.
- Leading the development of grant proposals focused on malaria prevention, control, and eradication efforts through collaborations with subject matter experts and the CHAM Business Development Unit.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree in a health-related field
- At least 5 to 10 years professional experience in malaria programming and implementation
- Should be familiar with malaria case management programming
- Experience in conducting Outreach Training and Supportive Supervision approaches (OTSS).
- Strong understanding of malaria epidemiology, prevention strategies, and control measures.
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Good interpersonal skills and team player.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Good presentation skills
- Good computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates and a covering letter addressed to Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3, should be submitted to: recruitment@cham.org.mw .
Closing date for receiving applications is 30th April 2024 and only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes therefore the organisation does not accept bribes or gifts in any form for the purpose of offering employment to any candidate.
The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned facilities in Malawi and the Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi with 187 Health Facilities and 11 Training Colleges which are located in all parts of the country. Most of the Health Facilities are situated in the remote and hard-to-reach areas. The objectives of CHAM are to facilitate, provide technical support, and develop health services among all member facilities in order to achieve equity in access to health care, patient care and in all matters, to act for the benefit of the people of Malawi.
CHAM Secretariat invites applications for the positions of Health Services Intern
| Position | : | HEALTH SERVICES INTERN |
| Department | : | Programs |
| Reports to | : | Health Services Manager |
Purpose of Job
To provide support in the provision of quality health services in CHAM Facilities and to assist in achieving health services CORE activity completion rate.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Assisting in following up in health program activity implementation in CHAM health facilities and training colleges.
- Supporting the health programs department during proposal development.
- Conducting data collection for core program indicators for departmental review of CHAM facilities health services program performance
- Facilitating collection of SLA program invoice monthly
- Supporting following up of SLA program facilities with invoicing challenges
- Supporting activity implementation for Health Services Projects including processing requests and reports
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree in Health Services Management, Biomedical Science, Medicine or Nursing
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Good understanding of the church-based health care delivery system
- Interpersonal and networking skills
- Very good communication skills (written and verbal) and results oriented
- Self-starter and team player
- Those with internship experience will have an added advantage
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates and a covering letter (addressed to Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3) should be submitted to recruitment@cham.org.mw.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 30th April 2024 only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes therefore the organisation does not accept bribes or gifts in any form for the purpose of offering employment to any candidate.
The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned facilities in Malawi and the Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi with 187 Health Facilities and 11 Training Colleges which are located in all parts of the country. Most of the Health Facilities are situated in the remote and hard-to-reach areas. The objectives of CHAM are to facilitate, provide technical support, and develop health services among all member facilities in order to achieve equity in access to health care, patient care and in all matters, to act for the benefit of the people of Malawi.
CHAM Secretariat invites applications for the positions of Communications Intern
Position : Communications Intern
Department : Business Development Unit
Reports to : Business Development Unit Manager
Purpose of the Position
To assist in executing and coordinating communication and media functions in CHAM (internal and external).
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting in monitoring and analysing CHAM’s media coverage and public perception.
- Assisting in updating and implementing the CHAM communications strategies and plans.
- Assisting in writing and editing CHAM publications and media documents in collaboration with programmes team.
- Assisting in managing CHAM digital communication channels.
- Assisting in scheduling and coordinating media interviews.
- Assisting in preparation and coordination of events.
- Assisting in the preparation of communication materials for grant proposals and reports.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in any of the following; Journalism, Public Relations and Communications
- Experience in social media management and content creation
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suites
- Self-starter, team player and innovative
- General knowledge of Search Engine Optimization and internet ranking for web content
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates and a covering letter (addressed to Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3) should be submitted to recruitment@cham.org.mw.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 30th April 2024 only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes therefore the organisation does not accept bribes or gifts in any form for the purpose of offering employment to any candidate.
The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned facilities in Malawi and the Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi with 187 Health Facilities and 11 Training Colleges which are located in all parts of the country. Most of the Health Facilities are situated in the remote and hard-to-reach areas. The objectives of CHAM are to facilitate, provide technical support, and develop health services among all member facilities in order to achieve equity in access to health care, patient care and in all matters, to act for the benefit of the people of Malawi.
CHAM Secretariat invites applications for the positions of Resource Mobilization Officer.
Position : RESOURCE MOBILISATION OFFICER
Grade : CM4
Department : Business Development Unit
Reports to : Business Development Unit Manager
Purpose of the Job
To facilitate resource mobilization; develop and manage relationships with donors; develop proposals to donors in liaison with other departments.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Identifying funding opportunities and potential partnerships with governmental and non-governmental organizations, both locally and internationally in order to enhance fundraising efforts and expand the organization’s network.
- Collaborating with program managers and other staff members to develop project proposals that align with the organization’s strategic priorities and donor requirements.
- Developing and maintaining a database of details of current and potential donors, donor and partner maps.
- Supporting Business Development Unit (BDU) Manager in enhancing capacity of CHAM Secretariat and Units in resource mobilisation.
- Assisting the BDU Manager in developing fund generation and resource mobilization work plans and constantly following-up implementation of the plans.
- Assisting in mobilizing non-financial resources from private sector entities, individuals and corporate agencies.
- Coordinating processing of agreements in connection with funding opportunities and ensuring effective and timely follow-up in terms of submission of reports to the donors and grant renewal proposals.
- Ensuring that fundraising and resource mobilization information is up to date.
- Ensuring CHAM Subscription to local and international key donor platforms is up to date to help track funding and training opportunities and map funding calls.
- Organizing and participating in networking events, conferences and workshops to promote CHAM’s mission and build relationships with potential donors and partners.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science, Business or Public Administration, Business Communication or related field.
- Excellent writing and editing skills, as evidenced by experience in drafting documents for external use, ideally successful fundraising proposals
- Minimum 5 years working experience with non-profit organizations
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- A self-starter, strategic thinker and very creative
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver results on time
- A good team worker with excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, marketing and networking skills
- Budget monitoring and tracking skills
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates and a covering letter (addressed to Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3) should be submitted to recruitment@cham.org.mw.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 30th April 2024 only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes therefore the organisation does not accept bribes or gifts in any form for the purpose of offering employment to any candidate.
CHRISTIAN HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF MALAWI
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The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned facilities in Malawi and the Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi with 192 Health Facilities and 11 Training Colleges which are located in but one districts in the country. Over 75% of CHAM health facilities are situated in the remote and hard-to-reach areas, with a special focus of providing care to the poor and the underserved. CHAM envisions a Malawi where all people are able to access high-quality, affordable health services. As an organization, CHAM strives to be a leader in the provision of holistic, quality, inclusive and sustainable health services for all people in Malawi, as inspired by the healing Ministry of Jesus Christ.
CHAM Secretariat invites applications for the position of Procurement Officer as follows:
Position: PROCUREMENT OFFICER
Grade: CM4
Department: Finance and Administration
Reports to: Director of Finance and Administration
Purpose of the Job
The Procurement Officer will be responsible for the procurement of supplies and equipment, coordinating procurement initiatives and projects, developing and executing of internal procurement systems, providing procurement advice and training, negotiating contracts and ensuring supply chain management as related to CHAM Secretariat and the facilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Developing, implementing, executing and monitoring procurement guidelines, procedures and policies (internal procurement systems), and ensuring that compliance is achieved across CHAM and the facilities.
- Planning and preparing monthly, quarterly and annual procurement reports.
- Facilitating evaluation of tenders, proposals and quotations and preparation of evaluation reports.
- Preparing pre-qualifications, bid invitations, contracts, bidding documents, request for proposals, and request and quotation documents along with invitations and notice.
- Ensuring accurate recording of all proceedings of IPC and project internal procurement meetings and timely production of minutes.
- Conducting post-qualification and negotiations with successful bidders.
- Preparing, presenting and making recommendations for contract awards to the Internal Procurement Committee (IPC).
- Managing and handling overseas consignments with Malawi Revenue Authority and clearing agents and process the clearances of the consignment.
- Defining and managing key suppliers’ relationships to enhance deliverables in terms of costs, services and quality tenders.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management from a recognized University.
- Minimum three years’ working experience in a similar position.
- Registered member of the Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS).
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of NGO sector administrative processes
- Knowledge of Procurement Information Systems and Procedures
- Ability to develop, implement and execute procurement systems and to train staff
- Excellent negotiation, organisational and time management skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Self-starter, team player and able to deliver results on time
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates and a cover letter (addressed to Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3) should be submitted to recruitment@cham.org.mw.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 20th November 2023. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes, therefore, the organization does not accept bribes or gifts in any form for the purpose of offering employment to any candidate.
Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical umbrella association co-owned by the Episcopal Conference of Malawi and the Malawi Council of Churches. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi. It has 187 Health Facilities and 11 Training Colleges which are located in hard-to-reach areas across the country. The objective of CHAM in general is to provide technical support, and develop health services among all its member facilities in order to achieve equity and universal access to health care, to act for the benefit of the people of Malawi especially in the poor and hard to reach rural areas.
With funding from USAID Presidents Malaria Initiative (PMI), CHAM invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the vacant position of Malaria Diagnostic Technical Officer for the Towards Malaria Elimination (TOME) Project. The TOME project is jointly implemented by DAPP Malawi and CHAM and supports the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) on malaria case management in Salima and Lilongwe (Rural) Districts.
Position: MALARIA DIAGNOSTIC TECHNICAL OFFICER
Grade: CM4
Project: TOME
Reports to: Malaria Technical Lead
Roles and Responsibilities
- Developing and strengthening quality assurance structures, systems, and programs for laboratory staff in supported districts.
- Supporting the development of diagnostic activities and ensuring quality and timely implementation of approved work plan activities.
- Collaborating with NMCP, National Parasitology Reference Laboratory (NPRL) in planning and implementation of malaria activities.
- Providing diagnostic technical support to project team including overseeing technical activities and ensuring high quality of project implementation in supported districts.
- Developing and implementing training, continuing education and supervisory programs for laboratory staff to strengthen quality malaria diagnosis in Malawi, including the development of health learning materials.
- Participating in the development of national laboratory policies and guidelines addressing malaria diagnostics and their utilization.
- Assisting in the dissemination of the malaria case management (diagnostic and treatment) policy.
- Submitting activity and quarterly reports timely.
- Tracking and reporting on accomplishments of activities in the work plan.
- Participating, cooperating, and liaising with all Malaria partners working with TOME project.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences.
- Candidates with World Health Organization (WHO) Level 1 or 2 Accreditation Certificate in Malaria Microscopy will have an advantage.
- At least 5 years of professional experience in using new approaches to malaria diagnosis such as Malaria Diagnostic Refresher Training (MDRT).
- Should be familiar with malaria case management programming.
- Experience in conducting Outreach Training and Supportive Supervision approach (OTSS).
- Proficiency in the use of standard Microsoft Office Packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet Explorer).
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
1. Good interpersonal skills and team player.
2. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates, and a cover letter addressed to Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3, should be submitted to: recruitment@cham.org.mw.
The closing date for receiving applications is 7th August 2023 and only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes therefore the organisation does not accept bribes or gifts in any form for the purpose of offering employment to any candidate.
The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned health facilities and training colleges in Malawi. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi, with member health facilities located in rural areas. CHAM Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association.
An internship opportunity has arisen at CHAM Secretariat in Lilongwe as follows:
Position: INTERNAL AUDIT INTERN
Department: Internal Audit
Reports to: Internal Audit Manager
Purpose of the Position
To assist in the review of policies, processes, guidelines, and practices; and ensure that these are adhered to at all times in CHAM including the Secretariat, facilities, and donor-specific projects. This includes a review of control systems and processes for the adequacy and effective operation of internal controls.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting and executing internal audit assignments in accordance with the annual audit plans.
- Assisting and examining transactions for accuracy and compliance with accounting policies, project guidelines, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Assisting and reviewing, testing, and reporting on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and making recommendations on improving identified weaknesses.
- Assisting and conducting special fraud investigative assignments.
- Assisting and carrying out nationwide follow-up audits and verifying that management corrective actions in response to internal audit recommendations are implemented.
- Timely preparation of reports for review by the Internal Audit Manager.
- Organising and maintaining audit files and ensuring that working papers are properly filed.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or Commerce - Internal Audit from the University of Malawi or other accredited Universities.
- Must be in good standing with their regulatory body.
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
- Knowledge of modern auditing techniques and ability to stay up-to-date on current developments in the accountancy and auditing profession.
- Working experience in internal auditing in an NGO and donor-funded projects.
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and accounting packages.
- Self-starter, team player, and able to meet deadlines.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates, and a cover letter (addressed to Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3) should be submitted to recruitment@cham.org.mw.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 24th May 2023. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes. The organisation, therefore, does not accept bribes or gifts in any form for the purpose of offering employment to any candidate
The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned facilities in Malawi and the Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi with 187 Health Facilities and 11 Training Colleges which are located in all parts of the country. Most of the Health Facilities are situated in remote and hard-to-reach areas. The objectives of CHAM are to facilitate, provide technical support, and develop health services among all member facilities to achieve equity in access to health care, and patient care and in all matters, to act for the benefit of the people of Malawi.
CHAM Secretariat invites applications for the position of Resource Mobilization Officer as follows:
Position: RESOURCE MOBILIZATION OFFICER
Grade: CM4
Department: Business Development Unit
Reports to: Business Development Unit Manager
Purpose of the Job
To facilitate resource mobilization; develop and manage relationships with donors; develop proposals to donors in liaison with other departments.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Helping in identifying funding opportunities, listing them, and sharing the information with the Business Development Manager.
- Assisting with funding proposal writing processes. This involves writing project and budget plan proposals and sometimes jointly submitting a project proposal.
- Assisting the Business Development Manager in developing a fund generation and resource mobilization Work Plan and constantly following up on the implementation of the plan.
- Assisting in mobilizing non-financial resources from private sector entities, individuals, and corporate agencies.
- Coordinating processing of agreements in connection with funding opportunities and ensuring effective and timely follow-up in terms of submission of reports to the donors and grant renewal proposals.
- Ensuring that fundraising and resource mobilization information is up to date.
- Assisting the Business Development Manager in communicating with CHAM’s clients.
- Assisting in the assessment of the business environment and helping to come up with better business strategies.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science, Business or Public Administration, Business Communication, or related field.
- Excellent writing and editing skills, as evidenced by experience in drafting documents for external use, ideally successful fundraising proposals
- Minimum 5 years of working experience with non-profit organizations
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
- A self-starter, strategic thinker, and very creative
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver results on time
- A good team worker with excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, marketing, and networking skills
- Budget monitoring and tracking skills
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates, and a cover letter (addressed to Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3) should be submitted to recruitment@cham.org.mw.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 13th April 2023. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes therefore, the organization does not accept bribes or gifts in any form to offer employment to any candidate.
Management Solutions Consulting (Mw) Ltd has been contracted by our client, Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) to recruit a results-oriented Malawian professional with the requisite technical expertise and practical experience to take up the senior position of Director of Finance and Administration (DOFA) within its corporate hierarchy in order to strengthen the Top Management Team.
This is a challenging position requiring the services of a highly qualified and experienced individual who is a recognised leader with leading - edge skills in his / her area of expertise including accounting and finance, human resources management, administration, as well as project management. The new recruit is expected to join and contribute to the building a dynamic, multi-skilled and high-profile team of experts.
The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned facilities in Malawi and the CHAM Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi with member facilities in remote and hard to reach areas.
The objectives of CHAM are to facilitate, provide technical support, and develop health services among all member facilities in order to achieve equity in access to health care, patient care and in all matters, to act for the benefit of the people of Malawi.
CHAM now seeks to recruit a capable individual to take up the key portfolio tenable at its offices in Area 14 Lilongwe, Malawi.
Scope of Work
This is a challenging and high profile position requiring the services of an accomplished multi-skilled, highly experienced, visionary and pragmatic individual with proven leadership and management capabilities. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the core function of the Director of Finance and Administration (DOFA) is to provide overall leadership and oversight in the management and administration of finances in CHAM. The DOFA will also facilitate grants portfolio management within overall budget, ensuring timeliness, budget control and accountability. In addition, the DOFA will provide leadership in the general finance and administrative functions.
Summary of Core Responsibilities:
Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following key functions:
- Advising the Executive Director on financial and administrative matters affecting CHAM;
- Coordinating all accounting functions including supervision, mentoring, staff development and conducting performance appraisal for accounting staff;
- Ensuring a sound accounting and internal control system;
- Preparation of financial statements;
- Leading the preparation of annual budgets and management accounts;
- Coordinating the preparation and execution of annual audits in liaison with external auditors;
- Ensuring adherence to donor/partner funding and reporting requirements;
- Ensuring adherence to all statutory requirements
- Overseeing cash and treasury management; and
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Qualification, Experience and Competencies
This position requires a highly motivated person with the following attributes:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or Commerce from the University of Malawi or other accredited Universities;
- ACCA or Master's Degree in a relevant field;
- Minimum of 10 years working experience, 5 of which should be at a similar senior management position with a reputable organization;
- Working experience in NGO and private sector is a must; and
- Registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi (ICAM).
Prerequisite Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Strong accounting, general management and negotiation skills;
- Strong organisational skills, versatility and ability to multi-task;
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines especially in terms of financial reporting;
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written);
- Ability to work as a team member and to execute successful leadership skills for coaching and developing employees;
- Sound and up to date knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS);
- Be conversant with management of multiple donor projects and should demonstrate previous management of USG/EU projects; and
- Knowledge of the Sun System Accounting package would be essential but not a requirement.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates and a covering letter with your contact numbers should be submitted to:
The Managing Director and Head of HR & Business Development
Executive Search and Placement Services
Management Solutions Consulting (Mw) Ltd
Email: mansolmw@yahoo.com
Closing date for receipt of applications is 12th April 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned health facilities and training colleges in Malawi. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi, with member health facilities located in rural areas. CHAM Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. Therefore, internship opportunities have arisen at CHAM Secretariat in Lilongwe as follows:
Finance Intern (2)
Department: Finance and Administration
Reports to: Finance Officer
Purpose of the Position
Providing support to the Finance team.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Preparing invoices and bank deposits.
- Processing and reconciling MRA payments.
- Preparing payment vouchers and writing Cheques.
- Preparing bank reconciliations.
- Assisting in internal and external audit activities.
- Maintaining and updating Finance records and documents.
- Updating the CHAM Fixed Asset Register.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or Commerce from an accredited University.
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
- Excellent Excel skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Self-motivated, dynamic, and creative.
- An outstanding team player with a high level of integrity.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates, and a cover letter should be submitted to: recruitment@cham.org.mw or to the following postal address: Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3. The closing date for receipt of applications is 17th February 2023 and only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes. The organisation, therefore, does not accept bribes or gifts in any form to offer employment to any candidate.
The Christian Health Association of Malawi (CHAM) is an ecumenical association of Church-owned health facilities and training colleges in Malawi. CHAM is the second largest provider of health services in Malawi, with member health facilities located in rural areas. CHAM Secretariat is the central coordination unit of the Association. Therefore, internship opportunities have arisen at CHAM Secretariat in Lilongwe as follows:
Pharmacy Intern
Department: Business Development Unit
Reports to: Pharmacy Manager
Purpose of the Position
To assist the Pharmacy Manager in executing operations of the CHAM DRF.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operating supply chain software (records of received items and delivery notes as well as all other important documents)
- Liaising with warehouse assistant on what products need to be stocked,
- Linking with finance and procurement to order items
- Collecting consumption data and assisting in facilities’ pharmacy issues
- Delivering DRF items to facilities.
- Marketing DRF items and preparing marketing materials.
- Producing monthly Pharmacy sales records from supply chain software
Qualification and Experience
- Diploma in Pharmacy. Those with Certificate in Pharmacy and Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Business Administration can be considered.
- Registration with professional bodies is a must.
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
- Good knowledge of wholesale pharmacy operations
- Results-oriented and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Good communication, analytical, and report-writing skills
- Team player with the ability to work in a diverse group
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested candidates should download a standard Employment Application Form from the CHAM website at www.cham.org.mw. A completed Employment Application Form, Curriculum Vitae with three traceable referees, copies of academic certificates, and a cover letter should be submitted to: recruitment@cham.org.mw or to the following postal address: Executive Director, CHAM Secretariat, P.O Box 30378, Lilongwe 3. The closing date for receipt of applications is 17th February 2023 and only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.
Disclaimer
CHAM uses very competitive recruitment and selection processes. The organisation, therefore, does not accept bribes or gifts in any form to offer employment to any candidate.