Cleaner/ Messenger

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ ZOMBA DIOCESE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT (ZARDD)

POSITION: CLEANER/ MESSENGER

Location: Zomba

OVERVIEW

Zomba Diocese Research and Development Department (ZARDD) is the social development arm of the Catholic Diocese of Zomba. It was established to coordinate the Diocese’s development, humanitarian, health, education, justice, peace, and research initiatives aimed at improving the well-being of vulnerable communities. ZARDD works through four main commissions: the Catholic Development Commission in Malawi (CADECOM), the Catholic Health Commission (CHC), the Catholic Education Commission (CEC), and the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP).

Through these commissions, ZARDD implements programmes in food and nutrition security, sustainable agriculture, climate change adaptation, natural resource management, disaster risk reduction, health, education, governance, human rights, gender equality, livelihoods development, and emergency response. Its interventions mainly target disadvantaged households, including women, children, young people, persons with disabilities, smallholder farmers, and communities affected by poverty, climate-related disasters, and other social and economic challenges.

the institution is seeking to recruit a motivated and experienced individual for the following vacant position.

POST TITLE: CLEANER/MESSENGER

Department : Finance and Administration

Supervision Exercised : Human Resource Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

Sweep, mop floors in offices, corridors, and common areas

Dust and wipe down desks, chairs, filing cabinets and office equipment (computers, printers etc.)

Empty dustbins, collect trash, and ensure proper waste disposal.

Clean kitchen areas and prepare tea or coffee for staff and guests.

Deliver and collect letters, parcels, documents, and inter-office memos to relevant personnel and departments.

Run external errands, which may include delivering documents to other local offices, banks, or post offices.

Assist in sorting, distributing, and organizing incoming and outgoing mail.

Help with general office tasks such as photocopying, binding, and filing documents

Set up and arrange meeting rooms (including organizing chairs, tables, and refreshments) before and after gatherings.

Ensure the security of the office by properly closing and locking doors and windows at the end of the day.

Report any necessary repairs or maintenance issues to the administration team

Any other duties assigned from time to time.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education:

A minimum of a Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or equivalent high school diploma.

Experience:

Previous experience in a cleaning or messenger role with at least 2 years’ experience.

Interested applicants should submit the following documents to the address below by 24th July 2026

1. Cover Letter

2. Copy of ID

3. Relevant Certificates

4. Updated curriculum vitae, including the names and contact details of three traceable referees. Applications will be reviewed on the rolling basis. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Applications must be submitted to Zomba Diocese Research and Development Department (ZARDD) Office by hand or sent to the email address below

Human Resource Officer

Zomba Diocese Research and Development Department

P.O. Box 115, Zomba.

Email:

zarddhumanresource@gmail.com

Our organization acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring that safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE MUST BE MADE DIRECTLY TO THE ZARDD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

ZARDD is the research and development agency of the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM) And a member of CARITAS INTERNATIONALS