Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA)
The Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) is a government agency established under the Financial Crimes Act 2017 (FCA) to prevent and combat financial crimes through detecting and investigating these crimes and disseminating financial intelligence to competent authorities and engage in information sharing with other Financial Intelligence Units in order to maintain the integrity of the country’s financial system. In line with its mandate, FIA has the following vacancies to be filled as soon as possible. The positions are tenable at FIA offices in Lilongwe.
Senior Financial Investigator (FIA4) (2 Positions)
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reporting to the Financial Investigations Manager, the job-holder will be responsible for the following:
- Conduct financial investigations involving proceeds of crime.
- Conduct criminal and civil asset recovery investigations.
- Keep track record of proceeds of crimes.
- Prepare investigative reports on all cases.
- Collaborate with relevant law enforcement agencies and financial institutions.
- Solicit information and assistance from appropriate LEAs on money laundering cases.
- Conducting research on financial investigations, money laundering and forfeiture of proceeds of crime.
- Manage and maintain good relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Carry out other duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Competencies:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Business Administration, Law, Law Enforcement, Social Sciences, or any other related field.
- At least 2 experience in law enforcement, financial investigations or auditing.
- Experience in digital forensics investigations and possession of CFE or related certification will be an added advantage.
If you meet the above requirements and have a passion to contribute to the fight against financial crimes, please submit your application by Friday, 27th March 2026, through our website (www.fia.gov.mw) under vacancies section.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. FIA is an equal opportunity employer.