Vacancy at National Youth Council of Malawi

Position: Programs Manager

Location: Lilongwe

Company/Organization: National Youth Council of Malawi

Reporting to: Director of Programs

BACKGROUND

The National Youth Council of Malawi (NYCOM) is a statutory corporation established under the National Youth Council of Malawi Act (Act No. 22 of 1996). Its core mandate includes developing, promoting, and coordinating youth programs and activities, registering youth organizations, facilitating scholarships, establishing cooperation mechanisms among stakeholders, and promoting youth capacity development initiatives.

NYCOM envisions a Malawi where young people fully realize their potential and actively contribute to sustainable national development. As an implementing arm of the Ministry of Youth, the Council operates through the General Assembly, Board of Directors, Secretariat, and affiliated youth organizations. The Council works collaboratively with government, civil society, development partners, and youth-led organizations to empower young people and advocate for inclusive policies and meaningful youth participation in national development processes.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Council is seeking to recruit a highly motivated, strategic, and results-driven Programs Manager to lead the planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of youth development programs. The Programs Manager will provide overall leadership in program development and ensure alignment with national priorities and organizational strategic objectives.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

MODE OF APPLICATION

The Executive Director                                        
National Youth Council of Malawi                              
Area 10/579                                                
Along Mphonongo Road
Private Bag 389
Lilongwe 3