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Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA)
#### A. INTRODUCTION AND BACKBROUND
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA), the Energy Sector Regulator in
Malawi, was established under the Energy Regulation Act No 20 of 2004 with the
mandate to regulate the energy sector in Malawi for sustainable socio-
economic development for the benefit of the Malawi Economy. The MERA’s vision
is to be a World Class Energy Regulator.
In order to support the fulfilment of the aforementioned mandate and vision
effectively and efficiently an excellent and rare opportunity has arisen to
engage qualified persons of Malawian origin to fill positions in the
professional cadre of the Authority (Grade M5) tenable at its Head Office in
Lilongwe.
These are highly demanding positions that require persons who have
demonstrable capacity geared at making MERA a competitive institution with
utmost responsiveness to its stakeholders.
The following are the required personnel and work-related traits of the
positions to join the vibrant MERA team
B. VACANT POSTS
Post One (1) Media and Public Relations Officer
Grade M5
Responsible to Consumer Affairs and Public Relations Manager
Responsible for N/A
#### Purpose of the Job
#### To promote positive corporate image and implement a two-way
communication processes between the MERA and its stakeholders.
Key Responsibility Areas
a) Creating and maintaining a positive corporate image and promoting the
interests of stakeholders.
b) Implementing awareness campaign programmes and educate the public in terms
of their rights and obligations as consumers.
c) Preparing press releases, notices and other information, education and
communication (IEC) materials.
d) Coordinating corporate communications
e) Providing relevant and up-to-date information to stakeholders and members
of the public.
f) Monitoring traditional and new media for news and opinion that either
relates to or may have any impact on the Authority.
g) Liaising with the media regularly and systematically to ensure an effective
working relationship between the media and the Authority.
#### Academic and Professional Qualification and Experience
1\. Bachelor’s Degree in Communication / Public Relations / Journalism with a
bias towards Public Relations.
2\. Must be a registered member of a Journalism or Communications professional
body.
3\. Must have three (3) years relevant post-qualification experience.
Competencies and Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate for the position must
1\. Demonstrate knowledge of the Energy Sector.
2\. Have excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
3\. Have good IT and design skills.
4\. Be a team player with attention to detail.
5\. Have excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability
to multitask.
6\. Have a high level of integrity and professionalism.
7\. Be willing to work odd hours including weekends.
8\. Be creative, self-motivated, and assertive.
9\. Passionate to understand information needs for the stakeholders and the
public.
#### C. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
MERA shall offer an attractive employee benefits package to successful
candidates in accordance with its emolument structure (commensurate with
qualifications and experience) which includes salary, medical insurance, and
membership to contributory Medical Scheme.
#### D. METHOD OF APPLICATION
Candidates should submit their applications with
i) an updated Curriculum Vitae.
ii) Names and contacts of Three Traceable Referees, one of them should have
been a first or second level supervisor of the applicant within the last 3
years.
iii) Copies of their Academic and Professional
#### Qualifications.
Please quote the job title being applied for on the envelop. The application
should be sent to the address below
The Acting Chief Executive Officer
Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA)
Second Floor, Development House
Private Bag B- 496
Capital City
LILONGWE 3.
To reach the Acting Chief Executive Officer not later than Friday, 30th April,
2021. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
MERA is an equal opportunities employer and qualified women are strongly
encouraged to apply.
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