Training Manager

Position: Training Manager
Company: Central Poultry Limited (CP)
Location: Lilongwe

About Central Poultry Limited
Central Poultry Limited (CP) is a Malawian multinational food company headquartered in Lilongwe. Established in 2000, CP is Malawi’s largest poultry producer with export networks across Southern Africa. The company is fully vertically integrated, managing the entire value chain from “egg to table.”

Job Overview
Central Poultry Limited is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Training Manager to establish and lead the Group’s training function. The role is responsible for driving skills development, leadership growth, and performance improvement across all levels of the organisation.

The Role
The Training Manager will design, implement, and oversee comprehensive training and development initiatives that support business growth, operational excellence, and workforce capability building across the Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct training needs assessments across the Group

• Develop and implement strategic training plans aligned to business goals

• Design and deliver technical, operational, and leadership training programmes

• Develop training materials and learning resources

• Coordinate and manage external training providers

• Implement e-learning and blended learning solutions

• Measure training effectiveness and return on investment (ROI)

• Maintain training records and ensure compliance

• Manage training budgets

• Build internal trainer and facilitator capacity

• Prepare and present training reports to senior management

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Education, Business Administration, or a related field

• Professional training qualification is highly desirable

• 7–10 years’ experience in training and development, with at least 3–5 years at managerial level

• Experience in manufacturing, food processing, or agriculture is an added advantage

• Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills

• Proven experience in training needs analysis and competency frameworks

• Ability to measure and report training impact

• Proficiency in Learning Management Systems (LMS) and e-learning platforms

• Strong project management skills

Why Join Central Poultry Limited?

• Opportunity to establish and lead a critical Group-wide function

• High-impact role supporting organisational growth

• Competitive salary and benefits

• Strong leadership support for learning and development initiatives

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following:

• Application letter

• Updated Curriculum Vitae

Applications should be sent via email to:
Email: recruitment@capsmw.com
Subject Line: Training Manager Application – Full Name
Application Deadline: 20 February 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.