Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC)
MALAWI BROADCASTING CORPORATION (MBC)
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT VACANCIES
Introduction and Background
The Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) is Malawi’s national public service broadcaster, established in 1964. Originallyoperating as a single radio service (now MBC Radio 1), the Corporation has since expanded to include Radio 2 FM and national television services following the merger of MBC and Television Malawi Limited in 2011. Established under the Communications Act, 2016, MBC is mandated to inform, educate, and entertain the public; promote free and informed opinion on matters of national interest; reflect Malawi’s cultural diversity; and uphold human rights, the rule of law, and constitutional values through objective, professional, and independent programming. In pursuit of its strategic mandate and institutional growth, MBC now seeks to recruit suitably qualified and experienced Malawian professionals to fill the following Executive Management position:
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
The three position is tenable at the MBC Head Office in Blantyre on a three (3)-year employment contract. These are highly demanding executive roles requiring individuals with proven leadership capacity and the ability to drive operational excellence, institutional transformation, sound human resource management, and administrative innovation aimed at positioning MBC as a rejuvenated, vibrant, and competitive public service broadcaster.
a) Job Purpose
To ensure effective and efficient utilization and accountability of financial resources for the Corporation to become self-sufficient on a sustainable basis.
b) Required Academic and Professional Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from accredited institutions plus a professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, ICAM, CPA, etc.
- A Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline from accredited institutions.
c) Relevant Work Experience
- At least eight (8) years’ experience in a senior position at a reputable public or private institution.
d) Key Competencies and Skills
- Financial management and control systems development
- Budget consolidation and board reporting
- Preparation of quarterly and annual management accounts
- Payment authorization and financial compliance
- Legal and corporate requirements enforcement
- Performance appraisal and staff supervision
- Provision of secretarial services to the Finance and Audit Committee
Terms and Conditions of Service
MBC shall offer an attractive employee benefits package to successful candidates in accordance with its emolument structure (commensurate with qualifications and experience), which includes but is not limited to Salary, Medical insurance, and Membership to contributory pension scheme.
Method of Application
Interested candidates should submit their applications together with:
- An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Names and contacts of three traceable referees
- Copies of certificates
Applications should be addressed to:
Comptroller of Statutory Corporations
P.O. Box 30061
Capital City
Lilongwe 3
Closing date for receipt of applications: Friday 22nd May 2026
Only shortlisted candidates shall be acknowledged and invited for interviews.
MBC is an equal opportunity employer