Chief Accountant
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
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Chief Accountant
Posted on August 5, 2026 | Job ID: 3261
Application Deadline: 6 days left
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSIONPOSITION: CHIEF ACCOUNTANT Location: LilongweOVERVIEW The Human Rights Commission (the Commission), an independent institution established under Chapter XI of the Constitution of the Republic of Malawi, invites applications for the following vacant position:Title of post : Chief AccountantGrade : H4Report to : Director of Corporate ServicesRequired Qualifications and Experience:
- A Bachelor of Accountancy or Commerce and studying towards CIMA, ACCA, or any relevant professional qualification;
- Should be a registered member of ICAM;
- Broad knowledge of Public Financial Management;
- A minimum of seven (7) years' experience in the accounting field at a senior level;
- Experience of working in a public institution is required;
- Demonstrated knowledge and passion for human rights is an added advantage. Duties:
- Coordinating all the Commission's accounting functions;
- Advising Management on all aspects of financial management;
- Take a leading role in the preparation of annual budgets estimates for the Commission;
- Facilitate the preparation of Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Financial Statements;
- Controlling all expenditures and reporting on all variances for both Government and project resources;
- Maintain adequate internal controls from time to time;
- Together with the Internal Auditor, prepare for external audits;
- Carry out such other lawful duties as assigned by the Commission from time to time. The Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Female applicants, as well as persons with disability, who meet the pre-requisite qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply.The Commission believes in zero tolerance for child abuse and sexual harassment. All successful candidates will undergo Police checks for any child abuse and sexual harassment criminal record.Please note that any canvassing shall lead to disqualification. Interested persons should submit their applications, indicating how they are suited to discharge the duties highlighted above, with up-to-date detailed curriculum vitae including names and addresses of three traceable referees to:The Chairperson,Upper Appointment and Disciplinary Committee,Malawi Human Rights Commission,HB House, Off Paul Kagame Road,Private Bag 378,Lilongwe 3.Or email: info@mhrcmw.orgClosing date: Tuesday, 11th August, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Late submissions will not be accepted.
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