Location
Mzuzu
Deadline
Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 12:00 AM (17 days left)Posted
Wednesday, April 8, 2026Employment Type
Full Time
Experience Level
Director
NATIONAL OIL COMPANY OF MALAWI (NOCMA)
POSITION: DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES
Close of Business: 25.04.26
POSITION: DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES
EXECUTIVE VACANCIES: DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES
Strengthening Malawi’s Fuel Security Leadership
Introduction and Background
The National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) is a wholly owned Government of Malawi company, established under the Companies Act of 1984 on 10 December 2010 and operational since 2012. Our core mandate is to guarantee the security of fuel supply for the nation. As the Government’s designated agent, NOCMA is responsible for importing petroleum products and managing the country’s Strategic Fuel Reserves (SFRs) across Blantyre, Lilongwe, Mzuzu, as well as depots in Chilumba, Chipoka, and Mchinji.
Over the past fourteen years, NOCMA’s national strategic importance has grown exponentially. Our fuel importation market share has risen from just 10% in 2015 to an average of 77% in the 2025/2026 financial year. This remarkable expansion demands exceptional leadership to sustain performance, maintain supply continuity, uphold corporate governance, and drive operational
To continue delivering on our vital mandate, NOCMA is seeking exceptional leaders for the following Executive Management positions. are critical to maintaining national energy security, ensuring statutory compliance, strengthening institutional integrity, and safeguarding public accountability.
POSITION: DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SERVICES (GRADE NOCO3) Reporting Line : Chief Executive Officer Department: Corporate Services
The Director of Corporate Services provides strategic leadership and oversight of NOCMA’s corporate functions, including:
Legal, compliance, and company secretarial services Human resources and administration Information and communication technology (ICT) Planning, monitoring, and evaluation (PME) Research and development The role ensures that NOCMA operates within statutory and regulatory frameworks, maintains strong corporate governance, and achieves operational efficiency across all corporate support functions while protecting and enhancing the company’s reputation and public image.
A. Corporate Governance & Legal Services
Serve as Company Secretary to the Board of Directors and all subcommittees Ensure compliance with corporate governance principles, statutory regulations, and internal policies Oversee legal services, contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding (MoUs), highlighting risks and implications for decision-makers Advise the CEO and Board on legal, regulatory, and reputational Guide the company in interpreting laws affecting operations and corporate structure B. Human Resources & Administration
Provide executive leadership over HR and administration functions Ensure implementation of HR policies, workforce planning, talent development, and performance management systems Optimize utilization of administrative resources to support strategic goals Promote organizational culture aligned with corporate values, collaboration, and operational efficiency C. ICT and Digital Transformation
Provide strategic direction for ICT infrastructure, digital systems, and cybersecurity Champion adoption of technologies that enhance corporate efficiency, reporting, and decision-making Ensure resilience, continuity, and security of digital platforms critical to company operations D. Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation
Lead corporate planning, monitoring, and evaluation initiatives to align departmental outputs with organizational strategy Develop and oversee KPIs, performance reporting, and operational dashboards Use data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making E. Research, Development & Innovation
Promote research initiatives to improve organizational efficiency, service delivery, and innovation in corporate services Introduce best practices and benchmarks from comparable national and regional organizations F. Corporate Communications & Stakeholder Relations
Manage internal and external communications to enhance NOCMA’s corporate image Maintain strong relationships with regulators, industry partners, and public stakeholders Advise management on reputational risks and communication strategies. G. Resource Planning & Budgeting
Develop departmental plans, budgets, and programs based on strategic priorities Monitor expenditure and ensure value-for-money in corporate service delivery Ensure effective resource allocation across corporate functions to achieve targets within approved budgets 3. Qualifications & Experience
i. Academic Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Law, Business Administration, Management, or related field Bachelor’s Degree in Law ii. Professional Memberships
Must be a paid-up member of the Malawi Law Society 4. Experience
Minimum 10 years cumulative experience in legal and corporate management roles At least 5 years at a managerial or senior management level Experience providing company secretarial services for a dynamic or regulated organization is an advantage 5. Key Competencies
Strategic & Leadership: Executive decision-making, corporate governance expertise, stakeholder engagement at Board and ministerial levels, change management, crisis and reputational risk management Technical: Corporate law, compliance and risk management, HR management and organizational development, ICT strategy and digital transformation, planning, monitoring, and evaluation Personal Attributes: Integrity, discretion, ethical judgment, strong communication and influencing skills, analytical, proactive, results-oriented, ability to work under pressure CONTRACT TERMS
Successful candidates will be offered a three (3) year performance-based contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance. An attractive executive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience will be provided
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications and experience for the position should submit the following:
Cover letter clearly indicating the position applied for (Director of Corporate Services) Evidence of membership to the relevant professional body (Malawi Law Society) Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with names and contact details of three traceable referees Applications must be sent to:
The Comptroller of Statutory Corporations Department of Statutory Corporations P.O. Box 30061 LILONGWE 3.
Closing date for receipt of applications: 25th April 2026
NOCMA is committed to gender equality. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply in line with the provisions of the Malawi Gender Equality Act, 2013.
Master’s Degree in Law, Business Administration, Management, or related field Bachelor’s Degree in Law
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