buildOn Malawi
Who We Are
buildon is a not for profit organization that is working to break the cycle of poverty, illiteracy and low expectations through service and education. For the past two decades, buildOn partnered with rural communities to build more than 2900 school blocks in some of the economically poorest countries on the planet. There are more than 300,000 children, parents and grandparents attending buildOn schools every day. To build those schools, community members have contributed over 5 million volunteer workdays. To learn more about buildOn visit www.buildOn.org
buildOn Malawi would like to engage the services of guard tenable at its Mponela Offices
Position: Guard
Reports to: Finance and Administration Officer
Hours: Full-time
Location: Mponela
Term: 1 year renewable
Purpose of the Position
The Guard is responsible for safeguarding the buildOn Mponela office premises, assets, and personnel by maintaining a secure and safe environment. This role includes monitoring access, conducting regular patrols, and ensuring the implementation of security protocols.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and control access to the office premises for staff, visitors, and vehicles.
- Conduct regular security patrols of the office compound, including during off-hours.
- Report any suspicious activity, security breaches, or emergencies to the supervisor promptly
- Ensure the security of office property, including buildings, vehicles, equipment, and other assets.
- Open and close the office gates at scheduled times and during emergencies.
- Maintain a logbook of visitors and incidents, and ensure accurate and timely reporting.
- Support staff and visitors with general security-related information and guidance.
- Assist with fire safety and emergency response procedures when necessary.
- Ensure that all office lighting (security and compound) is functional and report any faults.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.
Qualifications and Experience
- Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of proven experience as a security guard or similar position.
- Basic knowledge of security operations and procedures.
- Ability to read and write English.
- Physical fitness and stamina to perform patrol duties.
- High level of integrity, alertness, and reliability.
- Knowledge of local security challenges in Mponela is an added advantage.
Working Hours
Ability to work flexible hours, including night shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates for the three positions should submit their application letter, CV, and copies of relevant certificates to the email below.
The Finance and Administration Officer
buildOn,
P/bag 2,
Kasungu, Malawi.
Benefits and Salary
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity:
buildOn is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds to apply for this position. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization, as we want to engage all those who can contribute to this effort. For additional information, please visit our website at www.buildOn.org
To Apply:
Send to the Finance and Administration Officer at the following email address; kelvin.neba@buildon.org and copy mcdonald.chiputula@buildon.org not later than Monday, 28th July 2025.
Deliver by hand to Kasungu office at Kulima or Mponela Office (opposite Maranatha)
Note that buildOn is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.