<p>The Malawi Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives (“MUSCCO”) is a national democratically controlled apex body of Savings and Credit Co-operatives (“SACCOs’) established on 15th September, 1980. The mission is to promote the sustainable growth and development of financial Cooperatives and their members through cost-effective inclusive programming. MUSCCO is a member of the World Council of Credit Unions and a continental body, known as African Confederation of Cooperative Savings and Credit Association (ACCOSCA). <br /></p>
<p>The Union invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the vacant position of Finance &amp; Administration Assistant in its establishment.</p>
<p><strong>POSITION: FINANCE &amp; ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT <span>—</span>&nbsp;FAA</strong><br />Location: MUSCCO South-Blantyre <br />Reports to: Business Development -South <br />Provides supervision to: NA<br />Effective Date: 1st October, 2025</p>
<p><strong>General</strong> <br />The Administration Officer reports to the Regional Coordinator and is responsible for maintaining up to date the regional records on corporate communications and Departmental activities to be up to date. S/he is expected to coordinate/execute general administrative and finance related work which will ensure the smooth running of the region.<br /></p>
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  <li>Duties and responsibilities: The FAA will be responsible for: <br />Carry out administrative work for the MUSCCO South which includes but is not limited to: <br />Filing of documents; <br />Coordinating documentation for various processes such as services, sales, purchases etc. <br />Organizing various meetings and functions;<br />Coordinate travel &amp; accommodation arrangements for staff, members and visitors;</li>
  <li>Handle the procurement of general supplies for the office. This includes receiving requests from departments, getting quotations and preparation of LPOs </li>
  <li>When required, liaise with the Regional Coordinator in arrangement of meetings with stakeholders. </li>
  <li>Manage massages for the Region offices.as well as handling outgoing and incoming mail. </li>
  <li>Arrange out-going and incoming visits of MUSCCO roaster</li>
  <li>Assist in the planning and implementation of major organization events like product launches, blitz, and other functions as they arise. </li>
  <li>Any other duties as may be assigned by the Region Office</li>
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  <li><strong>Qualifications, Skills and Abilities</strong> <br />Diploma in Accountancy or Administration with 2 years post qualification experience in similar position. <br />Added advantage if S/he has experience in Sage Pastel Accounting System and in exposure in a financial institution. <br />Ability to work with minimum supervision and maintain utmost confidentiality and manage multi functional tasks.<br /></li>
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<p><strong>Remuneration: </strong><br />The successful candidate shall be offered a negotiated performance related contract for one year (with an opportunity for two additional years) MUSCCO will offer an attractive salary, benefits and gratuity package commensurate with the position. </p>
<p><strong>How to apply:</strong> <br />Candidates meeting the above qualifications and experience should include the following in their application: detailed curriculum vitae with names of three traceable referees, a covering letter and copies of certificates to the address below: <br />The Chief Executive Officer, MUSCCO Limited, MUSCCO House, P.O. Box 651, Lilongwe And, send your application to hr@muscco.org not later than16.00 pm on Friday, 12th September 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged </p>
<p>MUSCCO is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in its work and staff. Only short-listed applicants will be acknowledged</p>
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