Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA)
The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) is a statutory body established under the Communications Act (Cap. 68:01 of the Laws of Malawi) to regulate the provision of services in the communications sector of Malawi, comprising telecommunications, posts and broadcasting.
Under the Communications Act, MACRA is mandated to regulate and monitor the provision of communications services and ensure that, as far as it is practicable, reliable and affordable communications services are provided throughout Malawi and are sufficient to meet the demand for such services in accordance with the principles of transparency, certainty, market orientation, efficiency, and consumer satisfaction. The vision of MACRA is to ensure
communication services for a digitally transformed nation.
In order to fulfil its mandate effectively and efficiently with strategic leadership and management, an opportunity has arisen within MACRA to fill various vacant positions. The
positions are highly demanding and require persons who have demonstrable capacity to initiate innovations geared at making MACRA a rejuvenated, vibrant and competitive Authority. The following are the details of the vacant positions;
NETWORK MANAGER (GRADE M4)
Key Duties and Responsibilities
i. Overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of MACRA’s network infrastructure, focusing on the NDC and the critical systems under procurement and implementation.
ii. Managing the increase in connectivity and network infrastructure profiles.
iii. Coordinating with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), Internet Service Providers (ISPs), regulatory bodies, and the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) to ensure seamless connectivity and regulatory compliance.
iv. Overseeing the expansion of the network to additional offices, ensuring reliable connectivity and optimal network performance.
Required qualifications, Skills and Experience
i. Master’s Degree in Computer Network Engineering, Computer Science or Information Technology
ii. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) / Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
iii. CompTIA Network+
iv. Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA) / Professional (JNCIP)
v. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
vi. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
vii. 5 years managerial experience in similar role
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
MACRA shall offer an attractive employee benefits package to successful candidates by its emolument structure commensurate with qualifications and experience, which includes salary, medical insurance, and membership to a contributory medical scheme.
Method Of Application
Applicants are required to apply by filling out the form on the following link https://tinyurl.com/5mhrcsm5. The application process requires you to fill out the form and
upload copies of your certificates on the link provided on the form. Please ensure you have a good internet connection.
The application process is estimated to take 29 minutes to complete. Please submit your application by end of the day of 13th October 2023. Only short-listed candidates will be
acknowledged.