Director, Corporate Services

5 hours ago

Non-Governmental Organizations Regulatory Authority (NGORA) · Lilongwe, Malawi

Listing expires November 30, 2026

The Non-Governmental Organizations Regulatory Authority (NGORA) is a statutory corporation mandated to register and regulate the operations of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Malawi. In line with its mission of delivering sustainable development through NGO sector regulation. NGORA is inviting dynamic and qualified professionals to apply for the position of.

DIRECTOR, CORPORATE SERVICES

Grade: NG 2
Directorate: Corporate Services
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer
Supervision of : Financial Manager, Human Resource and Administration Manager, Legal Manager.

Job Purpose

The Director, Corporate Services is responsible for stewarding NGORA’s resources to ensure strategic objectives are met effectively and efficiently. This senior leadership role supports sound financial governance, organizational development and compliance, contributing to a robust and regulated NGO sector in Malawi.

Key Responsibilities

Finance

  1. Develop and implement financial systems aligned with government regulations
  2. Ensure timely and accurate reporting through financial management mechanisms
  3. Institute strong internal controls to safeguard NGORA’s assets.
  4. Lead audits and ensure resolution of audit findings, prepare quarterly and annual financial statements.
  5. Formulate annual budgets and organizational work plans.
  6. Drive resource mobilization strategies and revenue diversification.
  7. Ensure reporting compliance with Public Finance Management Act (2022) and NGORA’s financial policies and other related policies.

Administration and Human Resources

  1. Guide development of work plans and departmental budgets.
  2. Formulate and monitor human resource and administrative policies.
  3. Oversee recruitment processes to attract and retain top talent.
  4. Lead staff training and professional development programs.
  5. Manage administrative services including fleet, office logistics and asset management Implement and monitor Key performance Indicators (KPI’s) and performance appraisal systems.

Other Responsibilities

  1. Support Board meetings and ensure best corporate governance practices.
  2. Facilitate governance capacity-building for trustees of NGOs.
  3. Work closely with other public institution with mandate on financial management. Money laundering and financial terrorism.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

  1. Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field from an NCHE-accredited institution.
  2. Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Public Administration, Finance or Strategic Management from an NCHE-accredited institution.
  3. Must be a qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA, CPA, CA) or chartered secretary (e.g. ICSA).
  4. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior leadership in a public institution managing corporate services, finance or organizational development.
  5. Demonstrated expertise in financial governance, compliance and stakeholder coordination.
  6. Knowledge of the public sector regulatory services and grant-funded organizations.

Key Competencies

  • Strategic and tactical leadership.
  • Budget planning and financial reporting.
  • Human capital management and team development
  • Risk management and internal controls
  • High integrity and professional ethics
  • Strong verbal and technical writing skills
  • Analytical thinking and decision-making.

Application Procedure

Interested individuals who meet the minimum required qualifications, experience and possess the necessary competencies should submit the following documents in their application package:

  1. A one-page cover letter clearly stating their motivation, suitability and availability
  2. A four-page detailed CV outlining professional experience, achievements and three references
  3. A copy of their valid National ID
  4. Certified copies of academic and professional certificates

Applications must be addressed to:

The Comptroller
Department of Statutory Corporations
P. O. Box 30061
LILONGWE 3

Closing Date: 30th November 2026.

Please note that due to the anticipated large number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.