Assistant Inspection Officer

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY (NWRA)

POSITION: ASSISTANT INSPECTION OFFICER ( 3 POSITIONS) 

Location: Blantyre, Liwonde/Mangochi, Mzuzu

OVERVIEW 

The National Water Resources Authority (NWRA) invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following position:

Post: Assistant Inspection Officer (3)  

Grade: NW 6  

Responsible to: Inspections Officer  

Responsible for: Inspections Assistant 

Location: Blantyre, Liwonde/Mangochi, Mzuzu

Purpose of the Job:  

Compliance monitoring through the inspection and enforcement processes.

Key Duties:  

• Assist in planning, coordinating and implementing inspection and enforcement activities • Assist in inspection of water resources users and verify compliance with license conditions • Assist in investigations into effluent discharge and water use practices • Supervise and conduct collection and handling of water samples and inspection data • Prepare preliminary inspection findings, non-compliance notices, and recommendations for enforcement • Assist in monitoring catchment areas and recommend interventions for non-compliance • Take care of inspection equipment and ensure proper maintenance • Assist in conducting civic education on compliance requirements and water regulations • Calculate annual charges for water resources use • Supervise day-to-day fieldwork, data entry, and equipment maintenance of Inspection Assistants • Compile and submit periodic inspection, compliance and enforcement reports 

Minimum Qualification and Experience:  

• Diploma in Environmental Science, Water Resources Management, Natural Resources Management, Engineering, Laboratory Science/Technology, Geography or a related field • Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant work experience in inspections, compliance monitoring, water resources management, or a related field 

Additional Skills: Problem solving and analytical skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to work in a team, good communication skills, attention to detail, integrity and confidentiality.

How to Apply:  

Submit applications with up-to-date detailed CV, copies of certificates, and names and addresses of three traceable referees to:

The Chief Executive Officer,  

National Water Resources Authority,  

TAURUS House, Private Bag 363, Lilongwe 3.

Closing Date: 26th June 2026.