Human Resources and Administration Officer

SAINT JOHN OF GOD HOSPITALLER SERVICES VACANCY:

HR & ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

Saint John of God Hospitaller Services Malawi is a non-profit faith-based healthcare organization established in 1994 to contribute to the development of health for all Malawians including the most vulnerable, marginalized and excluded groups. With its operations in both Lilongwe and Muzu, St John of God Malawi is a key provider of tertiary and community based mental health promotion and care; early intervention services, special need and inclusive education for children with both intellectual and physical disability; vocational training for orphans & vulnerable youth including those with disability; health care and ancillary services for older persons; psychosocial counselling, stress and addiction management services; rehabilitation of street children; self-help group approach for women empowerment and University level training in Psychiatric Nursing, Clinical Medicine-General & Mental Health, Psychotherapy, Public Health and Nursing and Midwifery. The organization seeks to recruit a qualified and experienced well-motivated, hardworking, ethical, and dedicated individual with strict attention to detail to fill the position of Human Resources and Administration Officer for its Lilongwe Service.

The Position:

The selected person will report to the Senior Human Resources and Administration Officer, and will be responsible for day-to-day human resources and general administrative functions, including staff management, records, assets, transport, safety, and compliance with labour and public health legislation.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field.
• Those with Master’s Degree will have an added advantage.
• Minimum of four (4) years’ relevant experience, preferably in a healthcare or non-profit setting.
• Registration with the Institute of People Management Malawi (IPMM) or Human Resources Society of Malawi.
• Sound knowledge of Malawi Labour Laws and employment-related legislation.
• Strong IT skills particularly in MS Word, Excel, power point and outlook, with experience in using HR databases
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Willingness to work with persons with mental health conditions and be able to adhere to the organization’s Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection Policy.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and pay attention to details.

Method of Application:

Interested candidates should submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae and cover letter, including names and contacts of three traceable referees that are on email to:

The Chief Executive Officer
P.O. Box 31067
LILONGWE 3
Email: recruitment@sjog.mw

Closing date for receiving applications: Monday, 19 January 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.