Gold Buying Coordinator at Export Development Fund (EDF)

Organisation Background

Export Development Fund (EDF) is a development finance institution (DFI) mandated to promote the growth as well as diversification of the country’s exports. EDF’s mission is to support the Malawi economy through provision of foreign trade solutions to facilitate export diversification, international competitiveness and inclusive growth.

EDF also plays a leading role in job creation by investing in ambitious projects and initiatives, with the aim of enhancing the competitiveness of Malawi’s exports.

EDF’s young and dynamic team is motivated towards the collective goal of transforming Malawi’s exporting sector for accelerated economic development.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for energetic and innovative individuals to join EDF. We are therefore inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions:

GOLD BUYING COORDINATOR

Reporting to the Manager, Precious Metals and Minerals, the Gold Buying Coordinator is responsible for supporting the procurement of gold and other precious metals by assisting with sourcing, evaluation, and purchasing, while ensuring compliance with quality and ethical standards. The job involves maintaining accurate records.

Key responsibilities include the following:

• Enforce compliance with ethical standards and quality requirements throughout the purchase process.
• Manage gold deposit routines and timely activity reports.
• Stay informed about current market trends, price fluctuations, and vendor relationship building.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases and stakeholder communications.
• Prepare cash and purchasing activity reports to management
• Provide excellent customer service and build strong relationships with clients.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills, Experience and Attributes are as follows:

• Candidates should possess an accounting degree obtained from accredited institution(s) of higher learning.
• Basic knowledge of the precious metals and minerals in Malawi.
• Work experience in handling huge volumes of cash – minimum of two years.
• Ready to work in Liwonde or other outposts as directed by management from time to time on one-year renewable employment contract basis.
• Accuracy in record keeping and ability to enforce compliance with regulations among team members.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and to analyze market data
• Basic procurement or purchasing knowledge and proficiency with MS Office packages.

Method Of Application

Interested candidates should submit their applications clearly indicating the relevant position together with detailed CV and names of three (3) traceable referees by close of business, 6th June 2025 via
email to [email protected]. All applications should be addressed to:

The Managing Director
Export Development Fund Limited
First Floor – Public Service Pension Fund House
Off Presidential Drive
P.O. Box 30063
LILONGWE 3.

Only shortlisted applicants shall be acknowledged and invited for interviews.

EDF is an equal opportunity employer as such, women are encouraged to apply