Driver

VACANCIES ADVERTISEMENT

The Human Rights Commission (the Commission), an independent institution established under Chapter XI of the Constitution of the Republic of Malawi, with the primary mandate of the promotion and protection of human rights and investigations of violations of the rights accorded by the Constitution or any other law in Malawi, invites applications from suitable, qualified and experienced persons to fill the following vacant position.

Title of post: Driver
Grade: H13

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Malawi School Certificate of Education (M.S.C.E);
• A valid Driving License and Defensive Driving Certification;
• Minimum of two (2) years’ continuous experience driving vehicles in reputable institutions.
• At least two (2) years of experience working with and understanding human rights.

Duties

• Ensuring proper care, security and attention for all vehicles in use each time;
• Transporting members of staff and Commissioners on Commission’s official business in a professional manner;
• Transporting visitors travelling on Commission’s business;
• Maintaining log book on a daily basis;
• Carrying out daily routine vehicle checks, i.e. oil, water, battery water/acid, etc. and keeping the vehicles) dean all the time;
• Reporting on the state of repair and insurance renewal of the assigned vehicle;
• Carry out such other lawful duties as assigned by the Commission from time to time.

The Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Female applicants, as well as persons with disability, who meet the pre-requisite qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply.

The Commission believes in zero tolerance for child abuse and sexual harassment within the institution and further acknowledges that children and females are entitled to full protection from exploitation and abuse. In this regard, all successful candidates will undergo Police checks for any child abuse and sexual harassment criminal record.

Please note that any canvassing shall lead to disqualification. Interested persons should submit their applications, indicating how they are suited to discharge the duties highlighted above, with up-to-date detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses of three traceable referees to the following address:

The Chairperson,
Upper Appointment and Disciplinary Committee,
Malawi Human Rights Commission,
HB House, Off Paul Kagame Road,
Private Bag 378,
Lilongwe 3.
Or email: info@mhrcmw.org

The dosing date for applications is Tuesday, 11th August, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Late submissions will not be accepted.