Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST)
ADMINISTRATIVE VACANCIES
Exciting and challenging job opportunities have arisen at the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) for suitably qualified and experienced individuals who would like to contribute to the growth of the University in the below-listed posts.
Security Assistant
Reporting to the Security Officer and the Administration Manager, the Security Assistant shall be responsible for providing security services to keep the university premises safe and secure at all times.
Duties and Responsibilities
The main tasks of the job are as follows:
a) Carrying out routine security checks in the University premises.
b) Supervising and monitoring the performance of security guards.
c) Carrying out roll calls of security guards.
d) Allocating guards to appropriate duty posts.
e) Detecting and investigating suspicious unlawful behaviours, security threats and suspected crimes.
f) Apprehending security suspects and surrendering them to police.
g) Assisting the university in processing of court cases.
h) Ensuring effective guarding and protection of lives and property at all the university locations.
i) Writing and submitting work reports about security and safety status of the university.
Qualifications, Attributes and Experience
Interested candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and attributes:
- Be a holder of Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) with good passes in Mathematics and English.
- Must be a trained police or army officer, fully commissioned with valid security/military training certificate.
- At least four (4) years’ work experience in police or military service covering critical areas such as intelligence, community policing, order restoration and prosecution.
- Must be prepared and ready to work in a busy environment.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills and team work spirit.
- Must be able to work under pressure and willingness to work during odd hours, weekends and in work shifts.
- Must be able to effectively communicate with staff and students.
- Must be matured and well disciplined.
- Must be reliable and trustworthy.
PREVENTION OF SEXUAL EXPLOITATION AND ABUSE
MUST has a zero-tolerance policy on Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. Therefore, applicants for the above vacancies must be willing to abide to the MUST Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.
MODE OF APPLICATION FOR THE POSITIONS
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications and attributes should submit their applications, detailed and updated curriculum vitae and copies of certificates not later than 7th June, 2024. The curriculum vitae must include the following: the candidate’s names in full; date of birth; academic qualifications; work experience; and names and e-mail addresses of three traceable referees.
Applications must be submitted to:
The University Registrar
Malawi University of Science and Technology
P.O. Box 5196
Limbe
Alternatively, applications can be submitted online to the University Registrar using the following email address: vacancy@must.ac.mw
All hardcopy and electronic applications must be duly signed. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.