Job Description
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates of Malawian Nationality to fill existing
posts in the Competition and Fair Trading Commission (CFTC).
4.0 Planning and Research Officer (CFT6)
The Planning and Research Officer Shall be responsible for ensuring that the Commissions activities
are coherent and implemented according to plans.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Planning and Research Officer shall undertake the following functions:
(i) Conduct high quality qualitative and quantitative research including data analysis to
strengthen the Commission’s understanding and inform decision making
(ii) Facilitate the design and execution of evidence based strategy and policy
(iii) Developing and supporting directorates in implementing the Commissions plans
(iv) Consolidating annual institutional and departmental work plans including budget.
(v) Drafting annual institutional performance contracts as per Government’s guidelines.
(vi) Participating in formulation, development and implementation of strategies and policies
that will enable the Commission effectively achieve its mandate
(vii) Planning and participating in the execution of institutional and market research activities
(viii) Developing systems for following up and sharing research findings
(ix) Monitor wider national, regional and international policy developments of relevance to
the Commission
(x) Develop and sustain effective partnerships with public and private sector stakeholders locally and internationally
Qualification and Competencies
- A minimum of Bachelors’ Degree in Economics or Statistics
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience
- Good organizational skills and ability to work independently
- Good research and writing skills
- Strong analytical and numerical skills
- Excellent project management, organization and administrative skills
- People management and problem solving skills.
Appointment and Remuneration
The positions are permanent subject to 3 months’ probation and meeting agreed performance
targets. The successful candidates shall be offered an attractive salary and benefits in accordance
with the Commission’s Conditions of Service.
Method of Application
Applications including detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV’s), photocopies of relevant certificates and
names and contacts of at least three (3) Referees should be sent by post to the address below, not
later than 19th July, 2024.
The Executive Director
Competition and Fair Trading Commission
MERA Office Complex, 1st Floor
P/Bag 332
LILONGWE.