Assistant Stores Officer

Mzuzu University (MZUNI) is a Public University established by the Laws of Malawi Cap 30:09 (Mzuzu University Act No. 12 of 1997). Currently, the University has six faculties of Education; Environmental Sciences; Health Sciences; Tourism, Hospitality and Management; Science, Technology and Innovation; and Humanities and Social Sciences. It is a dual mode University offering its courses through face-to-face and open, distance and e-learning (ODeL) teaching and learning modes. It also offers some of its programmes on block, week-end and vacation release.

The University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Assistant Stores Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Receiving goods on delivery from procurement unit
• Verifying that goods ordered match with delivery note and specification details appearing on both requisition orders and invoices
• Recording stocks;  
•  Updating bin cards and all record registers in use; 
• Issuing of stocks to respective user Departments/ Sections/ Units;
•  Reconciling stocks accounts; and 
• Maintaining a re-order point of stock items and preparing routine reports. 

  Qualifications 

• Diploma in Procurement and Supply, Business Administration or related fields obtained from a reputable and accredited institution of higher learning; and
• Two (2) years’ experience in a similar role in a large organization.

Competencies and Attributes 

• Excellent time management skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills; and

• Attention to detail

Mode of Application

The application should include an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional qualifications, and the names and contact details of three traceable referees. The job title should be indicated on the envelope and sent to:

University Registrar

Mzuzu University

Private Bag 201

Luwinga MZUZU 2

Or Electronic Submission:

Electronic submission of the application should be sent as attachments in PDF or MS Word format to jobvacancies@mzuni.ac.mw. The subject line of the application should show the position being applied for.

To reach the University not later than Monday, 7^th October 2024. Note that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

MZUNI is an equal opportunity employer and therefore encourages applications from qualified men, women and persons living with disabilities.