About
Partners in Health (PIH) is a non-profit organization based in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, whose mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. Through service delivery, training, advocacy and research, PH works globally to bring the benefits of modern science to those most in need and to serve as an antidote to despair. PIH has programs in Haiti, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Rwanda, Lesotho, Malawi, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Kazakhstan and Boston.
PIH began working in Malawi in 2007, where today we support the Ministry of Health (MOH). Abwenzi Pa Za Umoyo (APZU) has its headquarters in Neno District with operations across the country.
Key Duties
- Supervises and coordinate outsourced security personnel and related service delivery.
- Monitors security systems, including guards’ deployment, access control systems, CCTV, alarm systems, and incident logs.
- Oversees physical access control arrangements for offices, residences, warehouses, and other organizational premises.
- Supports safe management of keys, restricted areas, and sensitive assets.
- Conducts regular security checks/ patrols and inspections to identify vulnerabilities and recommend practical mitigation measures.
- Responds promptly to security breaches, emergencies, and incidents.
- Implements and enforces workplace safety policies and procedures.
- Ensures compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Conducts regular safety risk assessments/hazard identification for offices, field travel, events, residences, and operational activities and recommend context-appropriate mitigations.
- Identifies trends, recurrent risks, and control gaps, and propose preventive improvements.
- Proactively provides prompt/timely safety and security alerts to relevant staff or APZU stakeholders.
- Organizes staff safety drills such as fire evacuation, emergency communication, and other relevant preparedness exercises and trainings.
- Supports initial coordination during safety and security incidents, emergencies, or critical events, and escalate appropriately.
- Maintains updated emergency contact lists, response procedures, and site-level preparedness information.
- Investigates and document safety and security incidents.
- Prepares detailed, timely reports and recommend corrective actions.
- Collects accurate and timely safety and security data using standard tools.
- Maintains high-quality, up-to-date safety and security records and databases.
- Ensures the confidentiality of safety and security sensitive documents.
- Participates in monthly and quarterly safety and security data review meetings.
- Trains staff in safety procedures, security protocols and emergency procedures.
- Coordinates new staff orientation and staff refresher sessions on safety, security, and emergency procedures.
- Supports training of outsourced guards and other relevant contractors on organizational safety and security expectations.
- Contributes to policy, SOP, and tool development related to safety, security, and emergency preparedness.
- Promotes a culture of safety and security within the organization.
- Liaises with law enforcement, emergency services, and local authorities.
- Coordinates security and safety activities and programs.
- Supervises the outsourced security services.
- Supports safety and security induction and minimum compliance monitoring for cleaning, gardening, maintenance, and other service providers.
- Reports on contract performance or compliance concerns to the HR & Administration Manager.
- Ensures outsourced contractors’ presence and activities do not create avoidable safety or security risks.
- Prepares and submits periodic safety and security reports and updates.
- Collaborates with other departments and support integration of safety and security considerations into operational planning.
- Collaborates with relevant PIH cross-site teams on safety and security arrangements.
- Assists in planning and managing the safety and security-related budget lines and resources.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Security Management, Occupational Safety, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in security or safety supervision.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and security systems.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to handle emergencies and make quick decisions.
- Willingness to be based in a rural district and travel regularly.
How to Apply
Qualified and interested persons should apply strictly to the email address below, enclosing their cover letter; copies of relevant certificates and Curriculum Vitae indicating three names of traceable referees (including direct supervisors) with valid telephone numbers and email. addresses not later than 15th May 2026.
Email: apzurecruitment@pih.org with the title of the position indicated on the subject of the email addressing;
The Director of Human Resources and Administration
Partners In Health/Abwenzi Pa Za Umoyo (PIH/APZU)
P.O. Box 56
NENO