DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND INVESTMENTS

OVERVIEW
Greenbelt Authority (GBA)—a Statutory Corporation established under the Greenbelt Authority Act No. 23 of 2017—is the engine driving the nation's agricultural and economic transformation. Our core mandate is bold: to unlock the country's vast land and water resources through large-scale commercial irrigation, moving beyond subsistence farming to create a resilient, food-secure, and export-driven economy that accelerates Malawi's socio-economic transformation.

As a core member of the executive leadership team, this role is responsible for steering the organization's overall financial strategy, ensuring fiscal integrity, and driving investment performance. The Director bridges executive financial control with strategic growth, overseeing capital allocation, portfolio performance, risk management, and investor relations.

Appointment: Three (3) year renewable performance-related contract

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Academic & Professional:

A Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.

A Master's Degree in Finance, Business Administration or related field.

Mandatory: Full professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent) with membership in a recognized professional body.

Desirable: A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter or equivalent credential.

Work Experience:

A minimum of eight (8) years of post-qualification experience at a senior management level.

Proven track record in transaction structuring, capital raising, project finance, and portfolio management is required.

Strong background in leading statutory audits, managing corporate tax strategy, and executing financial transformation programs.

Core Competencies & Knowledge Base:

Advanced skills in financial modelling, capital budgeting, and corporate valuation.

In-depth knowledge of statutory tax laws, legal deal structuring, and financial regulatory frameworks.

Exceptional strategic thinking, negotiation, presentation, and executive decision-making capabilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Strategy & Capital Management:

Lead long-term financial modelling, capital structure optimization (equity, debt, grants), treasury and liquidity management, and the establishment of corporate Financial KPIs.

Financial Reporting & Controls:

Oversee the preparation of statutory financial statements in compliance with IFRS (or IPSAS).

Manage audit relations and enforce a robust internal control framework to safeguard assets and mitigate fraud.

Investment & Capital Allocation:

Develop and execute investment frameworks for high-yield opportunities.

Lead project appraisal, financial modelling, and due diligence for investments, acquisitions, and joint ventures.

Monitor portfolio performance.

Risk Management & Governance:

Implement Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks.

Serve as the chief strategic advisor to Board Committees (Audit, Risk, Investment) on financial and risk matters.

Ensure full statutory and regulatory compliance.

Performance Management Plans and Budgets:

Align institutional performance plans with Treasury guidelines and national frameworks, monitor service delivery targets, and compile statutory reports for the Board, line Ministries, and oversight authorities.

Coordinate budget preparation under Public Finance Management standards, control public expenditures to prevent vote-book overruns, and maintain audit-ready financial controls for the Auditor General and other authorities.

REMUNERATION

Successful candidates will be offered an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with the seniority of the role.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested persons should submit their applications, under confidential cover, with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic certificates, contact details, and names of three (3) traceable referees. Applications must be sent by post or hand-delivered to:

By Post:

The Comptroller of Statutory Corporations
P.O. Box 30061
LILONGWE 3, Malawi

Physical Address: Capital Hill, GOCH-7, Ground Floor

Closing Date: 4th September 2026

Note: The Greenbelt Authority is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.