# Personal Assistant Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/personal-assistant-2 Company: Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) Category: Administration & Office Support Location: Malawi Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-08-12 Expires: 2026-09-04 ## Job Description Home About Contact Jobs Blogs Login Home About Contact Jobs Blogs Login Home Jobs Personal Assistant Personal Assistant Posted on August 11, 2026 | Job ID: 3356 Application Deadline: 23 days left ### Job Description VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST)POSITION: PERSONAL ASSISTANTLocation: LilongweINTRODUCTIONThe Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) is responsible for Procurement, Warehousing, Sales and Distribution of adequate, affordable and approved and quality medicines and medical supplies to all public health facilities in Malawi. CMST is seeking to recruit transformative and visionary persons to support it to effectively fulfill its mandate across its establishments in Mzuzu, Lilongwe and Blantyre as follows:Job Title: Personal AssistantJob Grade: MS6Location: LilongweResponsible to: Human Resource and Administration Manager (MS3)No. of Positions: One (1)Purpose of the JobTo provide executive secretarial and administrative support and ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of the Director’s office.Duties and Responsibilities - Managing and maintaining the Director’s diary to ensure efficient scheduling of activities and engagements. - Arranging meetings, appointments and official engagements for the Director. - Liaising with the Administration Section to coordinate support and shared services for the effective management of the Director’s office. - Monitoring implementation of operational plans and activities for the Director’s office. - Drafting, typing and processing correspondence, reports and other official documents. - Maintaining an effective filing and records management system within the office. - Coordinating maintenance of office facilities and ensuring a conducive working environment. - Maintaining confidentiality of official correspondence, information and assignments handled by the office.Job and Person SpecificationsQualifications - Diploma in Secretarial Studies, Business Studies or a related field from a recognised institution. - Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or its equivalent.Experience - A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience in a busy office environment. - Knowledge of public sector systems and procedures will be an added advantage. - Typing speed of at least 50 words per minute. - Transcription speed of at least 100 words per minute.Skills and Personal Attributes - Excellent communication and drafting skills in English. - High levels of integrity, professionalism and discretion. - Excellent organisational and time-management skills. - Ability to handle confidential information with utmost care. - Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities effectively. - Strong interpersonal skills. - Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONInterested and qualifying individuals should submit applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), with at least three names of traceable referees, and copies of certificates. Applications in sealed envelopes, clearly marking ‘Name of the position being applied for’ should be sent to:The Chief Executive OfficerCentral Medical Stores TrustPrivate Bag 55Mzimba DriveLilongweOr to: vacancies@cmst.mwClosing time and date for applications is Friday 4th September 2026CMST is an equal opportunity employer and ladies are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged. 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 5, 2026 23 days left Other Jobs Assistant Administration Officer New Posted: August 11, 2026 View Driver New Posted: August 11, 2026 View Security Services Officer New Posted: August 11, 2026 View Assistant Human Resource Officer New Posted: August 11, 2026 View Assistant Primary School Teacher New Posted: August 11, 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: vacancies@cmst.mw ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.