Vacancies

National Food Reserve Agency is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, or religion/belief.

Internal Auditor (FR 3) - April 2023 (Closed)

The National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant post:


POSITION	Internal Auditor (FR 3)
LOCATION	NFRA Head Office, Kanengo, Lilongwe. The incumbent will be required to travel to the Agency’s depots from time to time as duty demands.
SALARY	Within the NFRA FR 3 salary structure
TYPE	Probation leading to permanent appointment upon successful completion of the probation period

JOB PURPOSE

To provide independent and objective checks and assurance on the efficacy of control systems and risk management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are some of the key responsibilities of the post:

Developing audit work plan;
Preparing audit programs;
Reviewing and advising on the effectiveness and adequacy on financial and operational procedures;
Checking compliance with internal control procedures, statutory roles and regulations;
Checking management accounts and financial records for errors and completeness and advise management and the Board accordingly;
Identify key risk areas in consultation with management and advise on requisite internal control systems strategies to be introduced and implemented in order to safeguard funds;
Conducting performance audits;
Preparing audit reports and making follow-up action;
Liaising with external auditors on audit matters;
Monitoring the implementation of recommendation of the external auditors;
Conducting investigative audits and physical stocktaking.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

A Bachelors’ degree in Finance or Accountancy obtained from an accredited institution plus ACCA or CIA and must be a registered member of Institute of Internal Auditors.

2. Experience

At least 5 years working experience in auditing.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Qualified and interested persons should send their applications letters, copies of certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) showing three traceable referees to the address below. Please include referees’ contact numbers and active email addresses.

The Chief Executive Officer

National Food Reserve Agency

Private Bag B450

LILONGWE 3

Or email: hr@nframw.com

Closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 28^th April, 2023. Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted. Please note that NFRA is an equal opportunity employer.

Marketing Officer (FR 4) - April 2023 (Closed)

Depot Manager (FR 4) - April 2023 (Closed)

The National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant post:


POSITION	Depot Manager (FR 4)
RESPONSIBLE TO	Operations Director
RESPONSIBLE FOR	Depot Supervisors; Maintenance Supervisor; Maintenance Technician.
LOCATION	NFRA Depots. The incumbent will be required to travel to the Agency’s Head office and other depots from time to time as duty demands. The exigencies of the office may require transfer from one depot to another.
SALARY	Within the NFRA FR 4 salary structure
TYPE	Probation leading to permanent appointment upon successful completion of the probation period

JOB PURPOSE

To manage depot activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are some of the key responsibilities of the post:

Managing grain stocks in silos and warehouses;
Providing guidance on operational procedures, guidelines and regulations;
Overseeing activities of satellite depots;
Ensuring that accountable documents are securely stored and managed;
Ensuring that stock records are properly generated and filed;
Interpreting and implementing the Labour laws, work place health and safety provisions and conditions of service;
Developing and Implementing budgets and work plans;
Managing petty cash.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or related field from an accredited institution.
Experience

At least 3 years’ working experience in a relevant field.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

The Chief Executive Officer

National Food Reserve Agency

Private Bag B450

LILONGWE 3

Or email: hr@nframw.com

Closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 28^th April, 2023. Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted. Please note that NFRA is an equal opportunity employer.

Operations Officer (FR 5) - April 2023 (Closed)

Assistant Accountant (FR 6) - April 2023 (Closed)

The National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant post:


POSITION	Assistant Accountant (FR 6)
RESPONSIBLE TO	Accountant
RESPONSIBLE FOR	Accounts Assistant; Stores Clerk
LOCATION	NFRA Head Office, Kanengo, Lilongwe. The incumbent will be required to travel to the Agency’s depots from time to time as duty demands.
SALARY	Within the NFRA FR 6 salary structure
TYPE	Probation leading to permanent appointment upon successful completion of the probation period

JOB PURPOSE

To support the provision of financial management and accounting services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are some of the key responsibilities of the post:

Depositing revenue with banks.
Preparing stock and bank reconciliations.

Collecting debts timely.

Processing stock records from depots.
Posting debtors invoices, receipts and cash transactions (including investment interest) to the ledger.
Processing monthly salaries and wages for members of staff.

Maintaining Ledger (Stock, Creditors and debtors).
Checking monthly grain stock and supplies returns.

Processing PAYE and Pension remittances.
Computing Fringe benefit and other Taxes.
Maintaining fixed asset register.

Verifying payment vouchers
Filing financial documents.
Preparing daily bank cash flow forecast

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

A Bachelors’ degree in Finance or Accountancy obtained from an accredited institution.

Experience

At least 3 years relevant working experience.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

The Chief Executive Officer

National Food Reserve Agency

Private Bag B450

LILONGWE 3

Or email: hr@nframw.com

Closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 28^th April, 2023. Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted. Please note that NFRA is an equal opportunity employer.

Depot Supervisor (FR 6) - April 2023 (Closed)

Quality Control Technician (FR 7) - April 2023 (Closed)

Quality Control Assistant (FR 9) - April 2023 (Closed)

Silo Operator (FR 9) - April 2023 (Closed)

Director of Operations (FR2) - April 2022 (Closed)

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Director of Operations for the National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA), tenable at its Head Office in Kanengo, Lilongwe.

THE ORGANISATION

National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) is a statutory corporation established in 1999 as a Trust responsible for the management of the country’s Strategic Grain Reserves (SGR). The Agency has storage facilities in the form of silos in Kanengo, Mzuzu, Mangochi and Luchenza and multipurpose warehouses in Kanengo, Limbe, Bangula and Kazomba.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB

The Director of Operations shall be responsible to the Chief Executive Officer to ensure that the Strategic Grain Reserves are well maintained and managed.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Operations Director’s key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following: -

Developing, implementing, monitoring and reviewing operational policies and guidelines
Overseeing maintenance of Silo and warehouse machines, equipment and infrastructure
Maintaining grain quality whilst in storage
Ensuring that spare parts, chemicals for fumigation, and other consumables are timely procured and properly managed
Planning and budgeting for the Operations Department
Ensuring that targets and quality standards are met
Maintaining proper Strategic Grain Reserve records
Servicing the Operations Committee of the Board of Trustees
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

REQUIRED ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The suitable candidate for the position must have a minimum of the following:

A proven Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture (Preferably Crop Science, General Agriculture) by National Council for Higher Education (NCHE);
Master’s Degree in either of the following fields Agriculture, Business Administration (MBA), Strategic Management, Mechanical Engineering;
Five (5) years working experience at a senior position. Those with experience in post-harvest storage management, silo and warehouse management will have an added advantage.

COMPETENCES AND ATTRIBUTES

The ideal candidate for the position must:

Have excellent knowledge of Grain and Silo management
Have proven superior leadership and high level of managerial skills
Demonstrate an understanding of good cooperate governance
Be results oriented
Have excellent communication (writing and presentation) and interpersonal skills
Be of high integrity, honest and have excellent negotiating skills.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE

The successful candidate shall be offered a performance related contract for a period of three (3) years with an attractive salary, benefits and gratuity packages commensurate with seniority of the position and qualifications of the candidate.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

NFRA is an equal opportunity organization.

Eligible candidates meeting the required qualifications and experience should submit their application which should include the following: Curriculum Vitae (CV) with names of three traceable referees as well as date of birth of the applicant; copies of academic and professional certificates not later than 22^nd April 2022 to the following address:

The Comptroller of Statutory Corporations,

Capital Hill, New Building, Ground Floor,

P.O. Box 30061,

Capital City,

Lilongwe 3.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be acknowledged and invited to the interviews

Internal Auditor (FR3) - April 2022 (Closed)

Procurement Officer (FR5) - April 2022 (Closed)

Chief Executive Officer (FR1) - July 2021 (Closed)

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA), tenable at its Head Office in Kanengo, Lilongwe. This is a very challenging senior position requiring a mature, astute and honest person with extensive managerial experience.

THE ORGANISATION

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB

The Chief Executive Officer shall be responsible to the Board of Trustees for the efficient and effective operations of the NFRA. He/She will have overall responsibility for the management of NFRA and ensure that NFRA’s performance is in line with policies set by the Board and Government. The incumbent shall lead a multi-disciplinary corporate management team of experts in formulating and implementing short, medium and long term corporate strategic plans.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general direction of the Board, the CEO’s key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:-

Providing strategic corporate leadership to a highly motivated team of professionals in the overall planning, directing, coordinating, supervising and controlling of the Agency’s functions for improved management of the SGR.
Ensuring attainment of the objectives of the National Food Reserve Agency Trust deed
Advising Government on grain industry trends and any other effects that have a major bearing on the supply of grain, and where necessary proposing new strategies that would enable the Agency respond effectively to the market environment.
Ensuring that NFRA operates a proper and efficient accounting system in conformity with generally acceptable accounting and financial standards which include timely preparation of the budget plans in line with relevant legal instruments.
Liaising with Government, Development Partners, and other key stakeholders in matters relevant to the grain industry and ensuring that there is continuous monitoring of Quality Assurance programmes and operations activities.
Ensuring growth in the Agencies’ capabilities through among others, development of staff capacities and skills at all levels through the implementation of Human Resources Management Systems and other initiatives.
Formulating and implementing NFRA’s strategic and business plans and aligning them with Government policies, processes and instruments.
Managing the Agency’s revenue and expenditure to ensure adherence to policy, regulations, systems and procedures in order to attain and demonstrate good corporate governance.
Implementing Board policy decisions and reporting to the Board on the overall performance of the Agency.
Any other relevant duties as may be assigned by the Board and Government from time to time.

REQUIRED ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A proven Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (Crop Science, General Agriculture) by National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), and a
Master’s degree in either of the following fields Agriculture, Business Administration (MBA)
Minimum of 10 years proven leadership and management experience at increasing level of seniority and responsibility. Those with experience in the post-harvest storage management will have an added advantage.

COMPETENCES AND ATTRIBUTES

The ideal candidate for the position must:

Demonstrate an understanding of good cooperate governance
Have experience in Government procedures.
Have good leadership and team building skills
Be results oriented
Be able to adapt to a dynamic working environment
Be decisive, self-motivated and assertive
Have excellent communication (writing and presentation) and interpersonal skills
Be of high integrity, honest and have excellent negotiating skills.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE

METHOD OF APPLICATION

NFRA is an equal opportunity organization.

Eligible candidates meeting the required qualifications and experience should submit their application which should include an abridged Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional certificates and contacts of three traceable referees not later than 30^th July 2021 to the following address:-

The Comptroller of Statutory Corporations,

Capital Hill, New Building, Ground Floor,

P.O. Box 30061,

Capital City,

Lilongwe 3.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be acknowledged and Government Policy on Retirement shall apply.

Assistant ICT Officer - FR7 (Closed)

Assistant Procurement Officer (Closed)

Human Resource and Administration Director (FR2) - July 2021 (Closed)

HUMAN RESOURCE AND ADMINISTRATION DIRECTOR

The National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) was established in 1999 to manage the Country’s Strategic Grain Reserve. Its Head office is at Kanengo in Lilongwe. An opportunity has arisen in the Agency for the position of Human Resource and Administration Director (HRAD). Applications are therefore, invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill this very senior position. The successful candidate will be reporting to the Chief Executive Officer.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide policy guidance in human resource and administration issues for the effective and efficient delivery of services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Formulating, implementing, monitoring and reviewing human resource and administration policies, procedures, standards and regulations.
Providing advice and support to management and staff on the policies and procedures.
Overseeing recruitment and selection of personnel.
Preparing and implementing departmental budget.
Planning, coordinating and monitoring staff development.
Interpreting Human Resource and Administration Policies and Regulations.
Overseeing the management and implementation of cross cutting issues such as HIV and AIDS, Gender mainstreaming and Environment climate change awareness at work place.
Overseeing implementation of Procurement, ICT works and building activities.
Managing motor Vehicle fleet and reporting on the fleet performance.
Acting as a Secretary in the Human Resource and Administration Committee of the Board.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

The suitable candidates must have:

A Bachelor’s and a Master’s Degree in either Human Resource Management; Public Administration or Business Administration.
At least 5 years’ work experience in a similar position at a Senior management level.
Experience in managing staff welfare.
Strong knowledge of employment laws in Malawi.
The ability to actively develop Human Resource and Administration systems and policies.
The ability to build teams.
Excellent communication skills.
Knowledge of computer applications.

Interested persons who meet the above requirements should send their applications plus detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) showing three traceable referees not later than 16^th July, 2021 to:

The Comptroller of Statutory Corporations,
Capital Hill, New Building, Ground Floor,
P.O Box 30061,
Capital City,
Lilongwe 3.

Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.

Finance Director (FR2) - July 2021 (Closed)

FINANCE DIRECTOR

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Finance Director for the National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA), tenable at its Head Office in Kanengo, Lilongwe.

THE ORGANISATION

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB

The Director of Finance shall be responsible to the Chief Executive Officer to ensure that there are effective financial and accounting systems, controls and standards in place.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Director’s key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following: -

Developing, implementing and maintaining sound financial management and control systems, policies and procedures.
Directing and overseeing all of the financial activities including the preparation of current financial reports and forecasts for future business growth.

Supervising and coordinating financial and marketing activities and provide support to the Agency.

Ensuring that Management Accounts are accurately and timely produced.
Managing all the finances and accounting functions of the Agency and producing periodic financial reports accordingly.

vii) Providing professional advice on all of the Agency long term and short-term business plans from a financial perspective.

Overseeing budget preparation and implementation.

Servicing the Finance and Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees.
Producing annual statutory financial statements.

Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

REQUIRED ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A proven Bachelor’s degree in Accounting by National Council for Higher Education or a Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA and CPA)
A proven Master’s degree in Accounting, Applied Accounting, Finance or Business Administration by National Council for Higher Education is a must

5 years working experience at a senior position.

Must be a registered member of ICAM

COMPETENCES AND ATTRIBUTES

The ideal candidate for the position must:

Have excellent knowledge of public finance management issues
Have proven track record in financial management in a busy public institution

Have proven superior leadership and high level of managerial skills

Be of high integrity, honest and have excellent negotiating skills.
Knowledge of accounting packages.
Knowledge of corporate governance.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE

METHOD OF APPLICATION

NFRA is an equal opportunity organization.

The Comptroller of Statutory Corporations,

Capital Hill, New Building, Ground Floor,

P.O. Box 30061,

Capital City,

Lilongwe 3.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be acknowledged and Government Policy on retirement shall apply.

Secretary (Closed)

Electrical Maintenance Technician - FR7 (Closed)