Country Director - Malawi

Employment Type: Full-timeLocation: Lilongwe, MalawiDeadline for Submission: 5th September 2025About UsAt Nutrition International, we make a difference, because nutrition is the difference. Woven into the very fabric of our approach is the passion and drive of our global team of over 600 people, working in 13 offices across 11 countries with one common goal: transforming the lives of people who need it most through improved nutrition.

If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a global team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below. About The RoleThe Country Director will provide overall leadership of the NI Country Team and program in Malawi. Lead the management of relations with the Government of Malawi and with other key local stakeholders.

The Country Director will also oversee the work of the country team in developing, mobilizing resources for, managing, monitoring and reporting on NI programs in Malawi, and will manage NI's country operations including ongoing compliance with legal and financial regulations in the country. Responsibilities:

Lead the representation of NI at external meetings and on the process of building, maintaining and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders (including National, State and Local Government, private sector, donors, NGOs, academia and communities), and seek opportunities for collaborationPosition NI with stakeholders as a key actor in nutrition and public health, including representation of NI on national (and as needed at international) conferences/fora and playing an active role on national level task forces and alliancesEnsure that NI programming activities are harmonized with those of others and facilitate government leadership and ownership in line with the Paris PrinciplesMaintaining a thorough knowledge of the local landscape in terms of unmet national needs and opportunities for NI to have impact on nutrition and public healthConsulting with key stakeholders to define NI's scope of work, and general arrangements for steering and oversight of planned programming activitiesDeveloping and proposing costed country strategic, implementation, and annual operational plans which are informed by, and responsive to, needs and opportunities in the local landscapeOversee the management of grant funded programming activities in Malawi:

so as to achieve agreed results, high program quality and the timely utilization of funding: In close consultation with relevant staff (including subject matter experts or other advisors) in the Regional and HQ Offices, lead, guide and oversee the work of the country team.

In close consultation with the Regional Finance Director, ensure that the financial resources in the Malawi country office cost center are properly managed in line with NI's Delegation of Authorities and within overall approved budgetsIn close consultation with the Regional and HQ Office, provide vision and leadership for NI staff and consultants, ensure the effective performance management of NI staff and consultants in line with NI procedures and local legislationRequirementsAbout You;You have;Master's degree from a recognized university in management, international development, public health, nutrition or related area;Additional post graduate certification in project or general management desirable;At least 10 years' experience in the management of complex programs in public health, nutrition, international development or a related fieldSignificant experience managing complex budgets in different currencies and large, diverse teams in progressively more senior leadership roles;At least 5 years' experience in networking at a high level with international partners and country government, desirable;At least 5 years' experience of working in Malawi; regional and/or global experience highly desirable; Understanding and experience managing operations in Malawi; andPrevious experience as a Country Manager or Program Director or equivalent role in scope and responsibility for an international organization/NGO highly desirable.

Effective leadership and management skillsDemonstrable project management skillsAbility to build positive working relationships with government officials, partners, multi-lateral bodies and donor representativesStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skillsStrong consultative and negotiation skillsFluent written, reading and spoken English; Local languages desiredBenefitsA competitive market pay, health and dental benefits and pension plan, flexible work hours, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays) and support for learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment. Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment.

Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks. For more detailed information about the role, please click on the attached Job Description. Please click on the Apply button to submit your application.