Management Trainee Program

About

Sunbird Hotels and Resorts, Malawi’s largest hotel chain and listed on the Malawi Stock Exchange, is seeking highly motivated graduates to join its Management Trainee Program. This structured development initiative is designed to identify and groom future leaders across all areas of hotel management, offering a pathway to shaping the future of the hospitality industry.

Program Overview

Successful candidates will undergo an intensive 12-month hands-on rotational training program covering the full spectrum of hotel operations. Upon successful completion of the local training phase, trainees will proceed to an additional 12 months of international exposure and certification designed to broaden their professional experience and leadership capabilities. At the end of the program, high-performing trainees will be considered for appointment into substantive middle-management positions within the Group.

Areas of Exposure

The program will provide comprehensive training across key operational and administrative departments, including:

• Rooms Division
• Food & Beverage Operations
• Finance
• Maintenance
• Administration & General Management

Ideal Candidate Profile

This opportunity is best suited for graduates who:

• Are passionate about building a long-term career in the hospitality industry
• Demonstrate leadership potential, professionalism, and adaptability
• Are willing to work in a demanding environment that may involve long and irregular working hours
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Are eager to learn and grow within a fast-paced service industry

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates holding qualifications in:

• Hospitality Management
• Business Administration
• Social Sciences
• Home Economics

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, and a motivation letter clearly stating why you are interested in the Management Trainee Program and the qualities and strengths you would bring to the hospitality industry. Applications should be addressed to the HEAD OF CORPORATE SERVICES, Sunbird Tourism Plc, P O Box 376, BLANTYRE. The closing date is 12th June, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.