Centre for Social Accountability and Transparency (CSAT)
The Centre for Social Accountability and Transparency (CSAT) has embarked on the implementation of its new Strategic Plan (2025-2030). In response to the organisation’s evolving needs and growing demands, CSAT is inviting applications from suitably qualified and passionate individuals to fill newly created positions aimed at strengthening the delivery of its mission and strategic objectives.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the advertised positions in accordance with the requirements outlined for each role.
Position Title: Human Capital and Organizational Development Officer (Grade GS)
Reports to: Finance and Compliance Manager
Duty Station: SAT Head Office, Lilongwe
Purpose
Lead human resource management, organizational development, and institutional strengthening initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage recruitment, onboarding, and staff retention processes.
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
- Coordinate performance management systems.
- Facilitate staff learning, development, and capacity-building programs.
- Lead organizational culture and employee engagement initiatives.
- Support succession planning and talent management.
- Ensure compliance with labour laws and employment regulations.
- Manage staff welfare and occupational health and safety matters.
- Support organizational change management processes.
- Coordinate institutional capacity assessments and development plans.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Human Capital Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, Public Administration, or a related field; a Master’s Degree is an added advantage.
- Professional HR certification (e.g., CHRM, CIPD, SHRM, HRCI, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in human resource management, organizational development, talent
management, or institutional strengthening, preferably in the NGO, public, or development sector. - Proven experience in recruitment, performance management, change staff development, organizational restructuring, leadership management, HR policy development, development, succession planning,
and employee engagement. - Sound knowledge of Malawi labour laws, HR best practices, HRIS, digital HR systems, competency frameworks, and performance management systems.
- Experience working with donor-funded organizations and supporting institutional capacity development is an added advantage.
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit a signed application letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates to:
The Executive Director
Centre for Social Accountability and Transparency
Off Kaunda Road, Gouji Complex, Plot No. 44
P.O. Box X209
Lilongwe, MALAWI.
Closing Date: 20th July, 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
CSAT is an equal opportunity employer. Women and all qualified candidates from diverse background are strongly encouraged to apply