Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA)
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER (Grade M4)
The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) is a parastatal body established under an Act of Parliament to regulate the gaming and lotteries industry in Malawi. To deliver on its core mandate, MAGLA seeks to recruit a dynamic, results-oriented, and suitably qualified individual to fill the following senior position:
Job Title : Human Resources Officer
Grade: M4
Location : Head Office (Blantyre)
Reporting to : Director of Finance and Administration
Key Responsibilities
The Human Resources Officer will be responsible for providing support to the day to day variety of activities in Administration and Human Resources Department to ensure effective operations.
Specific Duties
- Management and supervision of the administration office team to ensure that administrative services for the organization are managed efficiently and effectively.
- Understand and adhere to all pertinent labour laws and advise management on compliance issues.
- Assist in development of training programs.
- Assist with performance management procedures.
- Help with hiring related tasks, such as job adverts to media houses for publishing, setting up interviews and background checks.
- Prepare offer letters and add information about employees to files and databases.
- Promote a positive and open work environment where employees feel comfortable to speak up about issues.
- Maintain confidential information related to personnel and the Board with high degree of professionalism.
- Assist with disciplinary related tasks, such as setting up hearings and proper record keeping of the same.
- Lead the development and implementation of human resource policies.
- Manage medical scheme and staff welfare matters.
- Maintain physical and digital personnel records for staff.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the office to ensure that the office environment is organised and efficient.
- Maintain services of office furniture and equipment and general office cleanliness.
- Manage Board vehicles, office transport and verify the log-book.
- Perform any other relevant and lawful duties as may be reasonably assigned.
Key Competencies and Attributes
- Strong knowledge of Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Act, Employment Laws, Companies Act, Labour Laws, and other relevant legislation regulating the gaming and lotteries industry.
- High integrity, independence, and professionalism.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong report writing and presentation abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ practical experience in a reputable organization.
- Must be a registered member in good standing with the Institute of People Management Malawi (IPMM) or a similar recognized professional body.
Remuneration
An attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with the seniority of the position will be offered to the successful candidate.
Application Process
Interested candidates meeting the above requirements should submit their application under confidential cover, including a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with names and contact details of three traceable referees, to the following address by post or email no later than 15th July 2025:
The Director General
Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority
P.O. Box 3062
BLANTYRE
Email: magla@magla.org.mw