Chief Executive Officer at Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS)

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS) is looking for a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to join a team of highly motivated and dedicated professionals at the Institute as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

THE ORGANISATION

The Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS) is the regulatory body for the procurement and supply chain management profession in Malawi established under the Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply Act No. 3 of 2016. The Institute is mandated to provide direct oversight over procurement professionals by, among others, promoting professional standards and practice among procurement and supply chain professionals; ensuring transparency, integrity, accountability and fairness on all matters of procurement in organizations; protecting the financial interest of the government, private sector and general public; maintaining annual registration and provide certificates of practice for all procurement and supply management professionals in Malawi and advising training institutions and training providers in matters relating to procurement professionalism.

POSITION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

In order to fulfil its mandate effectively and efficiently, MIPS has the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who is the head of its secretariat. The CEO is responsible for leading the development and execution of MIPS’s long-term strategy to create stakeholder value.

The Institute is therefore looking for a candidate to fill this position of CEO on a three-year contract renewable for a further term based on performance.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate must posses the following qualification and experience:

1. Minimum of master’s degree in supply chain management or business administration from a recognized institution
2. 10 years’ experience work experience of which five (5) years should be at Senior Management level
3. Demonstrable experience in strategic planning, organizational development, and policy development for at least five (5) years.
4. Must be a member of the Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS)
5. Demonstrated knowledge of the local and international procurement landscape
6. Strong ability to organize effectively, delegate responsibly, solve problems quickly and communicate clearly.
7. Leadership skills including the ability to manage time effectively, and handle both internal and external conflicts

KEY COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate must possess the following:

1. Have deep technical knowledge and understanding of the Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS).
2. Have extensive knowledge and experience in both public and private sector procurement and supply chain management.
3. Have excellent both oral and written communication skills
4. Have excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and able to deal with a diverse workforce.
5. Be self-motivated, a team player and results oriented.
6. Be of high moral and ethical character and integrity and
7. Have excellent computer skills.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE

The successful candidates shall be offered a performance related contract for a period of three (3) years, with an industry attractive and competitive salary and benefits

Method Of Application

Interested persons should submit applications by email only to [email protected], enclosing copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with names and contact details of three (3) traceable referees by 4:30 pm on Friday 30th May 2025.

Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged and invited for interviews