OVERVIEW

The Central Region Water Board (CRWB) is a statutory corporation established under the Waterworks Act No. 17 of 1995. The Board is legally mandated to provide water and sanitation services in towns and market centres across the Central Region, excluding Lilongwe City.

The Board invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill nine (9) vacant positions across various departments.

JOB TYPE: Full Time

Application Deadline: Monday, 30th November 2026

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

1. SCHEME MANAGER

GRADE: CRWB 5

JOB PURPOSE

To oversee scheme water production, water supply programmes, billing, revenue collection and implementation of Board activities and budgets at scheme level.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage water production, water supply programmes, billing, revenue collection and implementation of scheme-level budgets.
Plan, organise, direct and guide scheme operations to achieve the Board's objectives and targets.
Coordinate water production, potable water distribution and revenue collection within the scheme.
Liaise with the Revenue Section to monitor revenue collection activities.
Follow up on long-disconnected customer accounts.
Conduct periodic surveys within the scheme or water supply area to establish the actual customer base.
Take action on faulty meters, illegal connections and other infringements of the Board's By-laws.
Monitor the movement of materials used within the scheme, ensuring procurement is coordinated with relevant management, procurement and stores units in accordance with the Procurement Act and the Board's stores standards.
Implement scheme infrastructure development programmes.
Provide feedback, training and other staff development activities.
Review records of leakages and faults and plan activities to reduce Non-Revenue Water (NRW) or Unaccounted-for Water (UFW).
Submit periodic reports to the Zone Manager on scheme performance and operations, including NRW, collection efficiency, pipe burst rates, new water connections and administration.
Attend stakeholder meetings to represent the interests of the Board.
Handle complaints and enquiries relating to scheme operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Water Resources Management and Development.
At least three (3) years of experience in water supply services operations at supervisory level.

2. MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

GRADE: CRWB 4

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Initiate accounting activities relating to the preparation of management accounts for the Board.
Maintain fixed asset records and prepare depreciation schedules to ensure accurate and up-to-date information for financial statement preparation.
Review systems, procedures and internal controls to ensure effective financial administration, accurate and timely financial reporting, and safeguarding of the Board's resources.
Ensure that all accounting activities within the main Accounts Section are properly coordinated.
Supervise the preparation of financial statements and production of year-end accounts.
Consolidate monthly expenditure returns.
Monitor expenditure.
Sign cheques, vouchers and security documents.
Supervise junior staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor's degree in Accountancy.
Be studying towards a professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or ACA.
At least four (4) years of experience in finance and accounting.

3. PROCUREMENT MANAGER

GRADE: CRWB 3

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Procurement and Contract Management

Undertake complex and multifaceted strategic sourcing, contracting, procurement and supplier oversight in accordance with the Public Procurement Act and Regulations.
Prepare annual procurement plans and quarterly and annual procurement reports.
Prepare bidding documents and advertisements, analyse bid proposals and specifications, and advise the Internal Procurement Committee (IPC), where the Manager serves as Secretary.
Facilitate tender evaluations, prepare specifications and coordinate bidding processes for commodities, services and contracts in liaison with user departments and relevant section heads.
Prepare evaluation reports.
Monitor procurement projects during implementation and facilitate supplier payments in accordance with contract terms.
Review and recommend new or improved purchasing procedures to the Board to promote economy and efficiency in procurement services.

Procurement, Logistics and Insurance Management

Take overall charge of the Board's procurement, logistics and insurance functions.
Lead the preparation of annual procurement, logistics and insurance plans and related budget estimates.
Prepare monthly and annual implementation reports on the Board's supply, logistics and insurance programmes.
Advise management and stakeholders on procurement, logistics and insurance matters.
Submit relevant periodic reports to the Chief Executive Officer to support decision-making.

Internal Procurement Committee and Compliance

Ensure accurate recording of all Internal Procurement Committee proceedings and timely production of IPC minutes.
Review bid documents and evaluation of bidders in liaison with the Office of the Director General of Public Procurement and suppliers.
Ensure that procurement activities comply with the Public Procurement Act and Regulations.

Stock, Supplies and Supplier Management

Coordinate quarterly and annual stocktaking programmes in the Board's warehouses.
Continuously review stock balances across the Board's warehouses to prevent stock-outs and leakages.
Produce consolidated weekly, monthly and annual reports on water system parts and spares, logistics and insurance matters using reports from zone and scheme offices.
Submit consolidated reports to the Chief Executive Officer.
Identify potential new suppliers of water system parts and spares and conduct consultations and negotiations in accordance with public procurement requirements.
Participate in negotiations with financial institutions and suppliers, locally and internationally, to facilitate financial transfers and ensure stock availability.
Liaise with relevant heads of departments and divisions to ensure the right materials, of the required quality and quantity, are available at the appropriate outlets and at the right time.
Negotiate favourable transportation and shipment arrangements to ensure economy and value for money for the Board.

Stakeholder Engagement and General Duties

Attend procurement-related meetings to represent the interests of the Board.
Respond to procurement-related queries referred to the Manager.
Perform any other duties relevant to the position as assigned from time to time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A Master's degree in Business Administration or Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
At least five (5) years of postgraduate experience in procurement and supplies.

4. SECURITY SUPERVISORS

GRADE: CRWB 10

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Advise management on security matters in line with the zone's requirements.
Liaise with the security contractor to ensure effective security coverage of all the zone's premises and property.
Prepare briefs, monthly reports and ad hoc reports for management.
Assist the Internal Audit Section in investigating fraudulent acts and/or theft by staff.
Ensure enforcement of catchment area policies and by-laws.
Participate in the preparation of the annual budget for the Security Unit.
Perform any other duties relevant to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A full Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE).
At least six (6) months of military or police training.
A minimum of three (3) years' experience in a military or police environment at officer level or equivalent.

5. PLANT OPERATORS

GRADE: CRWB 9

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise Plant Assistants, allocate work to them and monitor their performance.
Manage water intakes, pumping plants, water treatment plants and water tanks according to assigned work shifts.
Carry out water pumping and treatment activities.
Monitor tank water levels and performance and take corrective measures to address discrepancies.
Conduct routine pump performance tests and power factor connection inspections at pumping stations to ensure optimum performance.
Carry out minor maintenance of waterworks up to tank areas.
Record daily operational statistical data.
Prepare daily work reports for management.
Perform any other duties relevant to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A good Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE).
An Advanced Certificate in General Fitting, Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing.
At least two (2) years of experience at Plant Assistant level.

6. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

GRADE: CRWB 7

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Take dictation, transcribe and compose correspondence for the Zone Manager.
Handle telephone calls for the Zone Manager's office.
Maintain the Zone Manager's diary.
Arrange appointments and engagements and assist in planning the Zone Manager's itinerary.
Make and coordinate the Zone Manager's travel arrangements.
Index the Zone Manager's business correspondence.
Report employee welfare matters, such as sickness and funerals, to the Zone Manager.
Type, print and bind reports, documents and other printed materials.
Organise office refreshments, wall charts, year planners and services for meetings.
Control stationery and other office materials for the Zone Manager's office.
Perform any other duties relevant to the position as assigned from time to time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A minimum of a Diploma in Secretarial Studies.
At least three (3) years of practical experience in a relevant field.

7. DRIVER

GRADE: CRWB 10

JOB PURPOSE

To provide transportation and delivery services while observing traffic regulations, maintaining vehicle schedules and ensuring timely execution of official assignments.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive official vehicles on authorised errands.
Load and unload baggage, documents and goods.
Maintain vehicle logbooks, including trip details, daily mileage, fuel consumption, oil changes and greasing records.
Report vehicle breakdowns and accidents in accordance with established procedures.
Monitor vehicle Road Tax, Certificate of Fitness (COF) and insurance renewal dates and inform the Administration Department when renewals are due.
Carry out routine daily care and minor maintenance of official vehicles.
Perform any other duties relevant to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE).
A valid and relevant driving licence.

8. PLANT ASSISTANTS

GRADE: CRWB 12

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage water intakes, pumping plants, water treatment plants and water tanks according to assigned work shifts.
Carry out water pumping and treatment activities.
Repair faulty or broken pumps, main pipes, tanks and other mechanical or electrical equipment.
Assist with routine pump performance tests and power factor connection inspections at pumping stations to ensure optimum performance.
Monitor tank water levels and performance and take corrective action to address discrepancies.
Regularly inspect plants and equipment to identify potential faults and take corrective action.
Report critical machine or plant failures, pipe bursts and water supply interruptions to supervisors.
Carry out minor maintenance of waterworks up to tank areas.
Assist in tracking down illegal water connections.
Prepare daily work reports for management.
Perform any other duties relevant to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A good Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE).
An Advanced Certificate in General Fitting, Electrical, Mechanical or Plumbing.

9. MESSENGERS

GRADE: CRWB 11

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Clean offices and other premises.
Post and collect official mail from the post office.
Move files and documents between offices.
Prepare and serve tea and refreshments to staff.
Carry out official errands and other office-related tasks.
Perform any other duties relevant to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

At least a Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE).

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit the following documents:

A covering application letter.
A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Details of three (3) traceable referees.

Applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the position being applied for and addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer

Central Region Water Board

Off-Chilembwe Highway

Murry Road

Private Bag 59

Lilongwe, Malawi.

Closing Date: Monday, 30th November 2026

Only candidates who meet the stated qualifications and experience requirements are encouraged to apply.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Central Region Water Board is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.