VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT CENTRAL MEDICAL STORES TRUST (CMST)

POSITION: LOGISTICS OFFICER

Location: Lilongwe

INTRODUCTION

The Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) is responsible for the procurement, warehousing, sales, and distribution of adequate, affordable, 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 in effectively fulfilling its mandate across its establishments in Mzuzu, Lilongwe, and Blantyre as follows:

POSITION DETAILS

• Job Title: Logistics Officer
• Job Grade: MS5
• Location: Lilongwe
• Responsible to: Senior Logistics Officer (MS4)
• Responsible for: Assistant Logistics Officer (MS6)
• No. of Positions: One (1)

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To coordinate inbound and outbound logistics activities, ensuring the efficient storage, handling, and distribution of medicines and medical supplies throughout the supply chain.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing monthly logistics and distribution plans based on supplier deliveries and customer requirements.
• Supervising labelling, stacking, loading, and dispatch activities in accordance with SOPs.
• Providing dispatch instructions to warehouse staff and forklift operators prior to loading operations.
• Preparing and maintaining logistics and dispatch reports.
• Planning resource utilisation within the logistics section.
• Reviewing logistics data and making recommendations for operational improvements.
• Coordinating receipt and unloading of goods.
• Supervising warehouse assistants, loading personnel, and forklift operators during logistics operations.
• Ensuring compliance with Good Distribution Practices (GDP), CMST policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing logistics performance and customer service.

JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or a related field from a recognised institution.
• Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or its equivalent, with credits in English, Mathematics, and any two science subjects.
• Membership of the Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS) is required.
• A qualification in Pharmacy will be an added advantage.

Experience

• A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience in logistics, transport management, fleet management, or supply chain operations.

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Knowledge of fleet and transport management systems.
• Knowledge of data analysis and reporting techniques.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Strong report-writing skills.
• Practical knowledge of logistics information systems.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

Interested and qualifying individuals should submit:

• An application
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with at least three names of traceable referees
• Copies of certificates

Applications in sealed envelopes, clearly marking “Name of the position being applied for”, should be sent to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Central Medical Stores Trust
Private Bag 55
Mzimba Drive
Lilongwe

OR

Email applications to: vacancies@cmst.mw

CLOSING DATE

Friday, 4th September 2026

CMST is an equal opportunity employer, and ladies are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.

MORE INFORMATION

Vacancies are also accessible on the CMST Website:
www.cmst.mw