# Chief Human Resources Officer- Planning And Development Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/chief-human-resources-officer-planning-and-development Company: BLANTYRE CITY COUNCIL Category: Human Resources & Recruitment Location: Malawi Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-08-31 Expires: 2026-09-12 ## Job Description Home About Contact Jobs Blogs Login Home About Contact Jobs Blogs Login Home Jobs Chief Human Resources Officer- Planning And Development Chief Human Resources Officer- Planning And Development Posted on August 30, 2026 | Job ID: 3634 Application Deadline: 11 days left ### Job Description VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ BLANTYRE CITY COUNCIL POSITION: CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER- PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENTLocation: Blantyre OVERVIEW The Local Government Service Commission is inviting applications from suitable qualified Malawians to fill the following vacant positions existing at BLANTYRE CITY COUNCIL.POST: Chief Human Resources Officer- Planning and DevelopmentGRADE: M3/FSALARY: In line with Terms and Conditions of Service for Blantyre City CouncilQUALIFICATIONSApplicants must be in possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management from an accredited and recognised university, plus at least five (5) years of practical experience in Human Resources Management.DUTIESReporting to the Director of Human Resources Management, the Chief Human Resources Officer- Planning and Design:Develop, implement and review of Human Resource Plans in alignment with the Council’s strategic objectives and workforce requirements.Conduct workforce planning and analysis to determine current and future staffing requirements, skills gap and critical human resource needs.Advise management on organizational structures, staffing levels, establishment and optimal deployment of human resourcesLead the preparation and implementation of Training and Development Plans based on identified organizational and individual training needs.Coordinate Training Needs Assessments (TNA) and ensuring that training interventions are aligned with organizational priorities and identified competency gaps.Develop and implement career development and succession planning programs to ensure availability of competent personnel for critical and strategic positions.Advise management on staff development, career progression, promotions and capacity-building opportunities in accordance with approved policies and procedures.Develop and implement career development and succession planning programs to ensure availability of competent personnel for critical and strategic positions.Monitors and evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of training programs to assess their impact on employee performance and organizational objectives.Prepares and submits monthly work plans and progress reports on Human Resource Planning and Development activities.Manages and coordinates the implementation, monitoring and review of the Council’s Performance Management System to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and organizational performance targets.MODE OF APPLICATIONInterested applicants who meet the requirements should submit their applications together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), Photocopies of relevant certificates and National Identity Card.Application should be clearly labelled on the envelope the position being applied for and addressed to; NOT LATER THAN 12TH SEPTEMBER, 2026.The Executive Secretary,Local Government Service Commission,P.O. Box 766,LILONGWE.Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. Apply Now Apply directly via email Auto Apply Register for automated application Save Job Save this job for later Job Highlights Not specified Not specified Competitive Closing: September 12, 2026 11 days left Other Jobs Head Of Finance And Operations New Posted: August 31, 2026 View Accounts & Administration Officer New Posted: August 31, 2026 View Qualified Primary School Teacher New Posted: August 31, 2026 View Nursery Teacher New Posted: August 31, 2026 View Assistant Estates Inspector New Posted: August 30, 2026 View Apply Apply directly via email Auto Apply Register for automated application Jobs Return to jobs list Mvungi Automated Job Application System by ICTech Computer Solutions. Helping Malawians reach opportunities with ease and dignity. Contact Us +265 882 659 516 info@ictechmw.com Blantyre, Malawi Follow Us Follow us on Facebook Follow us on X Subscribe to our YouTube channel Chat with us on WhatsApp Subscribe Subscribe Subscribe to our newsletter Get our latest updates and tips straight to your inbox! © 2026 Mvungi | All Rights Reserved. Developed by ICTech Computer Solutions Back to Top Scroll to Top ## Requirements Apply by email: info@ictechmw.com ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.