Job description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ NATIONAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE COMMITTEE (NLGFC)
POSITION: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
Location: Lilongwe
PROJECT: Integrated Social Protection for Resilience and Opportunity (INSPIRE-O)
CONTRACT: Three years, renewable annually based on performance and availability of financial resources.
ABOUT THE PROJECT
The National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC), through the Government of Malawi, is implementing the Integrated Social Protection for Resilience and Opportunity (INSPIRE-O) Project, supported by the World Bank Group and development partners.
NLGFC invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Financial Management Specialist.
JOB PURPOSE
The Financial Management Specialist will ensure that all project financial resources are managed efficiently, transparently and in accordance with Government of Malawi financial regulations, World Bank requirements and the project's financing agreement.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead the preparation and monitoring of project budgets.
• Manage project cash flows and financial planning.
• Maintain the project's financial management and accounting systems.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with Government and World Bank financial management procedures.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Monitor financial controls and identify financial management risks.
• Prepare withdrawal applications and requests for project fund disbursements.
• Provide financial management guidance and capacity building to NLGFC and Local Authority staff.
• Advise project management on financial and fiduciary matters.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy and Finance.
• A professional accounting qualification such as CPA (MW), ACCA, CIMA or equivalent is mandatory.
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as ICAM or ACCA.
• A Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field will be an added advantage.
• At least 8 years of progressive post-qualification experience in financial management, accounting or auditing in the public sector or donor-funded project environments.
• Proven experience preparing financial statements in accordance with IPSAS.
• Experience in internal controls, risk management and audit coordination.
• Experience in training, coaching or transferring financial management knowledge.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
• Practical knowledge of IFMIS, QuickBooks, SAP or equivalent financial management systems.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and other MS Office skills.
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Knowledge of World Bank financial management procedures.
• Knowledge of Government of Malawi public financial management regulations.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• High levels of integrity, transparency and accountability.
REMUNERATION
Competitive remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested candidates should submit an application letter, a concise Curriculum Vitae (CV), National ID and copies of relevant original certificates.
Applications should be submitted to:
The Executive Director
National Local Government Finance Committee
Area 14, Red Cross Building
Presidential Way
P.O. Box 31162
Lilongwe 3
Alternatively, applications may be submitted via email:
recruitment@nlgfc.gov.mw
kmcd@nlgfc.gov.mw
CLOSING DATE: 13th November 2026 at 17:00 hours.
NLGFC is an equal opportunity employer. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessments.