DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND ADMINISTRATION

Position: 1

Grade:

ES3

Location:

ESCOM Head Office – Blantyre

Directorate:

Human Resources and Administration

Reporting To:

Chief Executive Officer

Direct Reports:

• Human Resources Manager
• Administration and Logistics Manager

Purpose of the Job:

To provide strategic leadership for the efficient delivery of administrative services and the effective management, planning, and development of human resources within the Corporation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Develop Strategic Business Plans and budgets for the Human Resources and Administration Directorate.
2. Ensure alignment of action plans with the Corporation’s overall business plan.
3. Oversee the timely preparation of both operational and capital budgets for the directorate.
4. Formulate comprehensive Human Resource and Administration Policies and Strategies to ensure the directorate effectively supports the Corporation's objectives.
5. Implement approved Directorate Budgets judiciously, adhering to the Corporation’s policies and practices.
6. Conduct training needs analyses and design relevant training programs for all staff.
7. Administer performance and reward management systems, processes, and procedures throughout the Corporation.
8. Develop and maintain a robust Human Resource Management Information System to inform strategic HR decisions and practices.
9. Ensure strict compliance with all applicable Malawi Labour Laws and best Human Resource Management practices.
10. Manage recruitment processes, provide performance counseling, and conduct disciplinary hearings, offering professional HR advice in all related matters.
11. Prepare comprehensive management reports detailing the performance of the human resource and administration functions.

Attributes and Competencies:

• Exceptional people management skills.
• A deep understanding of Malawi Labour Laws.
• Excellent communication and negotiation capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with a diverse workforce.
• Self-motivated and a collaborative team player.
• High level of integrity.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, or Business Administration from a recognized and accredited University, supplemented by a relevant Master’s degree from a recognized University.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience, with at least five (5) years in a senior management capacity.
• Previous experience within the power supply industry will be an added advantage.

Appointment and Remuneration:

The successful candidate will be appointed on a negotiable performance-related contract for an initial period of three (3) years, with potential for renewal based on satisfactory performance.

Method of Application:

Interested individuals should submit their applications, including certified copies of certificates and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with contact details for three (3) traceable referees, by 29TH MAY 2026 to:

Comptroller of Statutory Corporations

Department of Statutory Corporations

P. O. Box 30061

Capital City

LILONGWE 3

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.