The Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) Limited is incorporated under the Companies Act of the Laws of Malawi. Its core business is to procure, transmit and distribute electric power in Malawi as well as manage System Market Operations in Malawi. By virtue of being a public entity, ESCOM is subject to the Access to Information Act. In compliance with the Access to Information Act, Act No. 13 of 2017 (the Act) that became operational on 30th\u00a0September 2020 following the publication of a Notice of Commencement by the Minister of Information in the Gazette dated 11th\u00a0September 2020, ESCOM is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacant positions currently existing within the Corporation:\u00a0Grade:ES8Location:ESCOM Head OfficeSupervised by:Chief Executive OfficerPurpose of the JobTo assist in ensuring that Corporation\u2019s information is properly managed and proactively disclosed to promote transparency and accountability in conduct of officers thereby contributing to fighting corruption and improved service delivery.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesEnsuring total compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, particularly regarding Access to Information Law.Assisting in establishing processes and procedures for handling obligations under the Act.Attending to all requests for information within a prescribed time frame.Updating ESCOM website regularly with requisite information regarding the Corporation\u2019s mandate and operationsDigitizing all records in the manner prescribed by the Act.Assisting in publication of key information to enhance transparency and reduce the need for formal requestsUploading relevant information on ESCOM website and other communication platforms including publication in newspapers, tv or radio to ensure wide circulation where necessary.Assisting in developing, implementing and reviewing records management plans, systems, policies, strategies, and regulationsAssisting in organization of training on records management and use, and access to information.Processing, preserving, and managing disposition of official recordsDesigning and implementing\u00a0innovative solutions to improve efficiency and accessibility.Documenting processes and procedures for future reference.Attributes and competenciesImpeccable skills in Microsoft Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc)Effective verbal and written communication abilitiesThe ability to manage time effectively in a high-pressure settingExcellent interpersonal skillsGood Analytical SkillsCritical-thinking and assertiveness abilitiesDetail-oriented personalityThe ability to operate effectively both independently and as part of a teamMinimum Qualifications and ExperienceBachelor\u2019s Degree in either Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Communication Technology (ICT), Business Communication, Management Information Systems, Public Relations, Library and Information Sciences or related fields;1-year relevant work experience.Interested applicants should submit their applications including detailed\u00a0Curriculum Vitae and three (3) names of traceable referees by Friday 19 September 2025 to:Director of Human Resources and Administration,ESCOM House,P.O. Box 2047,Blantyre.or\u00a0E-mail:\u00a0vacancies@escom.mwOnly Shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.Please note that ESCOM Ltd is an equal opportunity employer hence female candidates are encouraged to apply. Further, successful candidates will by law be held liable personally for specific offences committed in the course of duty as provided in the Act.<\/p>\n
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