Security Liaison Assistant

Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST)

INTRODUCTION

The Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) is responsible for Procurement, Warehousing, Sales and Distribution of adequate, affordable and approved and quality medicines and medical supplies to all public health facilities in Malawi.

CMST is seeking to recruit transformative and visionary persons to support it to effectively fulfill its mandate across its establishments in Mzuzu, Lilongwe and Blantyre as follows:

SECURITY LIAISON ASSISTANT

Job Title: Security Liaison Assistant
Job Grade: MS7
Location: To be advised
Responsible to: Branch Manager (MS3)
No. of Positions : One (1)

Purpose of the Job

To support the effective provision and coordination of security services at Regional Medical Stores and ensure implementation of approved security systems and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Supporting implementation of approved security systems, operations and procedures at branch level.
  • Coordinating branch-level security activities and providing support to branch management on security matters.
  • Supervising contracted security personnel and monitoring compliance with established security procedures.
  • Managing security control room operations and monitoring security systems.
  • Maintaining custody and control of keys in accordance with approved procedures.
  • Receiving and analysing daily security reports and escalating incidents appropriately.
  • Responding to security incidents and emergencies in liaison with branch management and the Security Services Officer.
  • Conducting tactical patrols and inspections to enforce security standards.
  • Monitoring CCTV systems, vehicle tracking systems, radio communication equipment and electric fence installations.
  • Ensuring confidentiality and professionalism in the execution of security responsibilities.

Job and Person Specifications

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Security Studies or a related field from a recognised institution.
  • Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or its equivalent.

Experience

  • A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant experience in security operations, preferably in a busy public or private sector organisation.
  • Retired junior police officers or military officers with skills in electronic security systems will have an added advantage.

Skills and Personal Attributes

  • Knowledge of modern security systems and surveillance technologies.
  • Excellent analytical and investigative skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to coordinate rapid response to emergencies.
  • Good networking and relationship-management skills.
  • High level of integrity and professionalism.
  • Ability to prepare security reports and maintain accurate records.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

Interested and qualifying individuals should submit applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV). with at least three names of traceable referees. and copies of certificates. Applications in sealed envelopes, clearly marking ‘Name of the position being applied for’ should be sent to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Central Medical Stores Trust
Private Bag 55
Mzimba Drive
Lilongwe
Or to: vacancies@cmst.mw

Closing time and date for applications is Friday 4th September 2026

CMST is an equal opportunity employer and ladies are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.

Vacancies also accessible on CMST Website: www.cmst.mw and Facebook Page: Central Medical Stores Trust Malawi