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Information Technology (IT) and Telecommunications / Project Management

Project officer (x2) Full Time

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The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) is a statutory body established under the Communications Act (Cap. 68:01 of the Laws of Malawi) to regulate the provision of services in the communications sector of Malawi, comprising telecommunications, posts
and broadcasting.

Under the Communications Act, MACRA is mandated to regulate and monitor the provision of communications services and ensure that, as far as it is practicable, reliable and affordable communications services are provided throughout Malawi. The Vision of MACRA is to ensure the provision of communication services for a digitally transformed nation.

In order to fulfil its mandate effectively and efficiently with strategic leadership and management, a rare opportunity has arisen to engage qualified persons of Malawian origin, to fill vacant positions in various departments.

Project officer – USF (2 positions)

Duties

i. Assists in Developing and executing Universal Service Fund (USF) projects.
ii. Participates in awareness campaigns associated with USF projects.
iii. Provides advice to the Projects Manager on actions that need to be taken in USF project
management.
iv. Determines the resources and participants required to achieve USF project goals.
v. Assists in planning and scheduling project timelines and milestones to achieve efficient USF project execution and management.

vi. Prepare project proposals for new projects and progress reports for existing USF projects.
vii. Assists in USF project implementation, evaluation and submits reports to management.
viii. Participates in the selection and supervision of various consultants and contractors to support project implementation.

Requisite Qualifications, Experience and Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Information Technology, or Telecommunications
  • Three (3) years work experience in Project Management for communications sector.
  • Excellent computer skills.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Applicants are required to apply by filling out the form on the following link https://tinyurl.com/b8jyk9z9. The application process requires you to fill out the form and
upload copies of your certificates on the link provided on the form. Please ensure you have a good internet connection. The application process is estimated to take 29 minutes to complete. Please submit your application by end of the day of 9th June 2023.

Only short-listed candidates will be acknowledged.

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