Nkhoma Mission Hospital

16/06/2025

20/05/2025

CCAP Nkhoma Synod Health Department invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced applicants for the position of Perioperative Quality Assurance Officer (Grade I) tenable at Nkhoma Mission Hospital in Lilongwe District. This is a Two year (24 months) Employment Contract subject to renewal based on overall efficiency, conduct and diligence with which the employee is discharging his/her duties as well as the overall performance and availability of funds.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Collecting perioperative data from surgical procedures, focusing on perioperative metrics, patient outcomes, and procedural efficiency.
Inputting, organizing, and analysing data to track trends, identify areas for improvement, and support informed decision-making.
Ensuring data accuracy and completeness, following established protocols and quality standards.
Collaborating with the lead anesthesiologist from AIC Kijabe Hospital and local hospital leadership to identify areas of improvement within perioperative care and develop action plans.
Implementing quality improvement projects, including establishing benchmarks, monitoring progress, and adjusting strategies as needed.
Training perioperative staff on quality improvement processes and best practices.
Monitoring of educational initiatives.
Monitoring of implementation of perioperative protocols.
Acting as a liaison between the local operating theatre staff and the lead anesthesiologist, ensuring timely communication of updates, feedback, and procedural changes.
Facilitating meetings, share relevant data insights, and promoting a collaborative environment between the QA program and the perioperative team.
Ensuring adherence to hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements in all perioperative processes.
Ensuring regularly review and updating protocols to align with quality and safety best practices.
Any other duties deemed reasonable for the post.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
Applicants should have a Degree in ICT from a recognized training Institution.
Must have a minimum of two years’ work experience in the field.

Note: All applicants should be conversant with the teachings and traditions of CCAP Nkhoma Synod.

Applications must be submitted together with copies of certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae which should include names and detailed contacts of at least three traceable referees and applicant’s current working phone numbers. These should be sent to the following address by close of business on 22nd May, 2025.

The Human Resource Manager
Nkhoma Hospital
P.O Box 48
Nkhoma

Alternatively, applications may also be sent to the following email address:

hrnkhomahospital@gmail.com

20/02/2025

Surgical Residency Update from Nkhoma Mission Hospital

The surgical department at Nkhoma Mission Hospital, part of the larger CCAP Malawi Surgical Network, is making waves - training surgeons to meet the need, saving countless lives in the process. The good news gets better - two more physicians just joined the surgical residency, both local women! This is all a testament to the valuable work done by our partners and the bright future of medical progress in Malawi. 🩺🌍

20/02/2025

CCAP Nkhoma Synod Health Department invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced applicants for the position of Pharmacist - Grade I (2 positions) tenable at Nkhoma Mission Hospital in Lilongwe District.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Receiving orders from Hospital departments and all Hospital health centres.
2. Ensuring that all drugs and medical supplies are available in all departments and health centres.
3. Managing Pharmaceutical inventory at the Hospital warehouse, and dispensary in co-operation with Pharmacy staff and other relevant officers.
4. Ensuring that all Pharmaceuticals and medical supplies are stored appropriately and in accordance with manufactures’ or suppliers’ storage specifications.
5. Distributing donated drugs and medical supplies from development partners to all targeted destinations.
6. Developing Standard Operating Procedures for the hospital pharmacy warehouse, drug store, dispensary and health centre pharmacy facilities.
7. Training staff to build capacity of staff in the hospital and health centres (e.g pharmaceuticals management, rational use of drugs etc.) especially those without any formal pharmacy training.
8. Planning and preparing monthly and annual drug budgets for the hospital and health centres.
9. Making monthly/weekly drug and pharmaceutical supplies’ orders and submitting the some to the procurement office.
10. Participating in the process of procurement of drugs and pharmaceutical supplies.
11. Making sure that the utilization rate of drugs and pharmaceutical supplies is submitted to the relevant authorities for decision making.
12. Advising patients on how to take medicines correctly and safely to achieve the best outcome.
13. Establishing and revising the Hospital formulary, and ensuring that all providers are following Nkhoma Hospital and National treatment guidelines.
14. Any other duties deemed reasonable for the post.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
• Applicants should have a Degree in Pharmacy from a recognized training Institution.
• Must be registered with Pharmacy and Medicines Regulatory Authority
(PMRA).
• Must have a minimum of three years’ work experience in the field.

Note: All applicants should be conversant with the teachings and traditions of CCAP Nkhoma Synod.

Applications must be submitted together with copies of certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae which should include names and detailed contacts of at least three traceable referees and applicant’s current working phone numbers. These should be sent to the following address by close of business on 27th February, 2025.

The Human Resource Manager
Nkhoma Hospital
P.O Box 48
Nkhoma

Alternatively, applications may also be sent to the following email address:

hrnkhomahospital@gmail.com

20/02/2025

CCAP Nkhoma Synod Health Department invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced applicants for the position of Driver, (Grade N) tenable at Nkhoma Mission Hospital.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Driving Hospital Ambulances and other utility vehicles as assigned.
• Ferrying patients from and to the Hospital.
• Driving staff on duty.
• Making sure the vehicle is road worthy i.e. it has triangle reflectors, jerk, wheel spanner, fire extinguisher, first aid box, functioning ho**er, working lights, etc.
• Ensuring that vehicles are securely locked and parked at safe places within the Hospital premises.
• Checking oil, water, pressure, mirrors, licences, insurances, gauges, before starting off and provide reports of any anomalies.
• Ensuring prompt reporting of any fault observed on the vehicle he/she is driving.
• Reporting on vehicles attracting unusually high maintenance costs.
• Providing mileage and amount of fuel used per vehicle.
• Making sure that each vehicle always has a vehicle logbook and they are properly, accurately and consistently filled in.
• Preparing vehicles for COF and for service.
• Ensuring that accidents are promptly reported and proper post-accident procedures are followed.
• Preparing vehicle accidents reports and submit them to the supervisor/ Head Driver.
• Following up on Police Vehicle accidents reports.
• Making sure that passengers (patients, staff and clients) have put on seat belts.
• Washing and cleaning vehicles.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

I. Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE).
II. Valid Driver’s Licence (PG Class).
III. Certificate in Defensive Driving.
IV. Two years’ relevant job experience.
V. Ability to plan and organize his/her work independently.
VI. Good character with sober habits and sound judgement skills.
VII. Good health including good eye sight.
VIII. Proven level of integrity and honesty.
IX. Work experience in a Hospital environment is an added advantage.

Note: Applicants should be conversant with the teachings and traditions of CCAP Nkhoma Synod

Applications must be submitted together with copies of certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae which should include names and detailed contacts of at least three traceable referees and applicant’s current working phone numbers. These should be sent to the following address by close of business on 24th February, 2025.

Human Resource Manager
Nkhoma CCAP Hospital
P.O. Box 48
NKHOMA

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

20/02/2025

CCAP Nkhoma Synod Health Department invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced applicants for the positions of Chief Medical Officer (Grade F) and Medical Officers (Grade H) tenable at Nkhoma CCAP Hospital. These are Three year (36 months) employment contracts subject to renewal based on overall efficiency, conduct and diligence with which the employee is discharging his/her duties as well as the overall performance.

1. CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
• Performing general duties as a doctor and be available after normal working hours for emergency duties.
• Undertaking medical management of out-patients and in-patients on all major clinical fields including: internal medicine; pediatrics; surgery; obstetrics and gynecology and preventive services.
• Conducting health centre visits in coordination with the Hospital Director, Director of Clinical Services and Clinical Superintendent and other heads of departments.
• Ensuring that high professional standards are maintained in the clinical services rendered at the Hospital.
• Alternating with other doctors employed at Nkhoma Hospital to conduct weekly clinics at ABC Clinic in Lilongwe.
• Participating in clinical in-service training of all health staff and trainees including nursing students.
• Liaising with the Hospital Director and Director of Clinical Services to formulate and review policies on all aspects of health programs to enable the Hospital achieve its objectives.
• Collaborating with the Hospital Director and Director of Clinical Services in reviewing and strengthening health information and management systems and control of disease outbreaks epidemics.
• Collaborating with the Hospital Director to review the operation results of the Hospital and health centres and make appropriate changes where needed.
• Working hand in hand with the Director of Family Medicine in providing training and supervision to the students as well as other family medicine related activities.
• Coordinating and managing Clinicians and Doctors.
• Preparing monthly call Rota for the Clinical Department.
• Ensuring that all clinical departments are well covered with staff.
• Ensuring discipline amongst clinical team.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) Degree obtained from a recognised training institution.
• Registered with Medical Council of Malawi.
• At least a minimum of four years’ work experience in a busy Hospital.

2. MEDICAL OFFICERS (3)

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
• Performing general duties as a doctor and be available after normal working hours for emergency duties.
• Undertaking medical management of out-patients and in-patients on all major clinical fields including: internal medicine; pediatrics; surgery; obstetrics and gynecology and preventive services.
• Conducting Health Centre visits in coordination with Director of Clinical Services, Clinical Superintendent and other Heads of Departments.
• Ensuring that high professional standards are maintained in the clinical services rendered at the Hospital.
• Alternating with other doctors employed at Nkhoma Hospital to conduct weekly clinics at ABC Clinic in Lilongwe.
• Participating in clinical in-service training of all health staff and trainees including nursing students.
• Liaising with the Director of Clinical Services/Chief Medical Officer to formulate and review policies on all aspects of health programs to enable the Hospital achieve its objectives.
• Collaborating with the Director of Clinical Services/Chief Medical Officer in reviewing and strengthening health information and management systems and control of disease outbreaks epidemics.
• Collaborating with the Director of Clinical Services/Chief Medical Officer to review the operation results of the Hospital and Health Centres and make appropriate changes where needed.
QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) Degree obtained from a recognised training institution.
• Registered with Medical Council of Malawi.
• At least a minimum of two years’ work experience in a busy Hospital.

Applications must be submitted together with copies of certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae which should include names and detailed contacts of at least three traceable referees and applicant’s current working phone numbers. These should be sent to the following address by close of business on 25th February, 2025.

The Human Resource Manager,
Nkhoma Mission Hospital,
P.O Box 48,
Nkhoma.

Alternatively, applications may also be sent to the following email address:
hrnkhomahospital@gmail.com

10/02/2025

Malawi is currently facing a severe food shortage due to adverse weather conditions, affecting numerous communities, including those surrounding Nkhoma Mission Hospital. In response, the hospital has launched a 'Feed a Patient' initiative to support vulnerable groups, including children, pregnant women, and cancer patients.

We urgently appeal for monthly donations to sustain this critical program. With approximately 300 patients relying on our support daily, each requiring $3 worth of food per day, your contribution will make a tangible difference in their lives.

Your timely assistance will help alleviate the suffering of these vulnerable individuals and enable the hospital to continue providing essential care.

For information and donations please contact the Principal Hospital Administrator at +2650998951491 or Email: agness.nyanda@gmail.com

13/09/2024

CCAP Nkhoma Synod Health Department invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced applicants for the position of Project Assistant Accountant tenable at Nkhoma Mission Hospital under the Eye Department. These are three-year (36 months) Employment Contracts

B) PROJECT ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT – grade K

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Preparing monthly Financial Statements and reports.
2. Ensuring that project funds are spent according to the approved budget lines by tracking the budget from time to time.
3. Ensuring that all the requisitions are backed by the relevant documents including liquidations and receipts from the previous requests.
4. Preparing schedules for external audits and be the contact person for the audit exercise.
5. Supervising the stock taking for the Department.
6. Taking part in budget preparation for the Department.
7. Preparing the weekly financial documents for presentation to the departmental line manager then hospital internal procurement committee meeting.
8. Tracking trade debtors and trade creditors
9. Preparing salaries and allowances for the project staff and to make sure that all statutory deductions are done and remitted in time.
10. Preparing regular cash reconciliation with Health Management Information System- billing system.
11. Assisting in the updating of the fixed asset register for the department.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential
1. Diploma in Accounting
2. Those with a degree in accounting plus ACCA will have an added advantage.
3. At least 4 years of work experience in the field.
4. Computer knowledge and skills i.e., Microsoft packages and accounting software packages - Quick Books is a must.
5. An individual with the highest level of integrity - someone who will be able to account for the project expenses taking into account efficiency and best value for money.
6. Fluency in written and spoken English.

Desirable
1. Experience and understanding of Eye Health and particular Eye Health Services in Malawi.
2. Sound understanding of disability and age-related issues.
3. Experience working with Government and national and international non-governmental organizations.

Note: All applicants should be conversant with the teachings and traditions of CCAP Nkhoma Synod.

Applications must be submitted together with copies of certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae which should include names and detailed contacts of at least three traceable referees and applicant’s current working phone numbers. These should be sent to the following address by close of business on 20th September, 2024.

The Human Resource Manager,
Nkhoma Mission Hospital,
P.O Box 48,
Nkhoma.

Alternatively, applications may also be sent to the following email address:
hrnkhomahospital@gmail.com

13/09/2024

VACANCIES

CCAP Nkhoma Synod Health Department invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced applicants for the position of Project Officer tenable at Nkhoma Mission Hospital under the Eye Department. These are three-year (36 months) Employment Contracts.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Leading internal coordination across staff roles, and liaising externally with Government Hospitals, NGOs, and other stakeholders to deliver complex implementation.
2. Maintaining timely, professional communications with project staff and stakeholders to resolve problems and build trust.
3. Developing work plans and negotiating schedules in line with project targets and hospital capacity.
4. Managing budgets, resources, dependencies and risks, and working closely with finance staff.
5. Monitoring implementation (progress, deliverables, coherence and consistency, quality and effectiveness).
6. Determining the need for improvements.
7. Discovering ways to enhance efficiency and productivity of procedures and staff.
8. Writing and completing comprehensive reports and metrics using standardised templates.
9. Ensuring project operations and activities adhere to legal guidelines and internal Hospital Policies, such as procurement and safeguarding.
10. Representing the project in meetings related to disability and/or eye health organized by the Government and other stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential
1. University degree in Business Administration or Public Administration or related fields.
2. Relevant experience in medicine, public health, development studies is an added advantage.
3. At least three years of experience in inclusive Project Management of development programmes including monitoring and evaluation.
4. Demonstrated experience with accountability practices and working with vulnerable groups.
5. Fluency in written and spoken English.

Desirable
1. Experience and understanding of Eye Health and particular Eye Health Services in Malawi.
2. Sound understanding of disability and age-related issues.
3. Experience working with Government, national and international non-governmental organisations.
4. Experience in monitoring and evaluation is an added advantage.

Competencies/ Skills/Personal qualities:
1. Driven and dedicated individual, determined to apply their ability to support the work of preventing avoidable blindness, with a passion to promote human rights and inclusion.
2. Demonstrable interpersonal skills that build consensus and partnership working; ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
3. Competent leader and team builder.
4. Effective communication skills.
5. Understanding of inclusive Project Cycle Management.
6. Excellent organization skills.
7. Thorough understanding of management of donor funded projects.
8. Ability to maintain confidential information.
9. Ability to take the initiative and work with minimum supervision.
10. Effective use of IT including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

Note: All applicants should be conversant with the teachings and traditions of CCAP Nkhoma Synod.

Applications must be submitted together with copies of certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae which should include names and detailed contacts of at least three traceable referees and applicant’s current working phone numbers. These should be sent to the following address by close of business on 20th September, 2024.

The Human Resource Manager,
Nkhoma Mission Hospital,
P.O Box 48,
Nkhoma.

Alternatively, applications may also be sent to the following email address:
hrnkhomahospital@gmail.com

13/09/2024

CCAP Nkhoma Synod Health Department invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced applicants for the position of Pharmacist (Grade I) tenable at Nkhoma Mission Hospital in Lilongwe District.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Receiving orders from Hospital departments and all Hospital health centres.
2. Ensuring that all drugs and medical supplies are available in all departments and health centres.
3. Managing Pharmaceutical inventory at the Hospital warehouse, and dispensary in co-operation with Pharmacy staff and other relevant officers.
4. Ensuring that all Pharmaceuticals and medical supplies are stored appropriately and in accordance with manufactures’ or suppliers’ storage specifications.
5. Distributing donated drugs and medical supplies from development partners to all targeted destinations.
6. Developing Standard Operating Procedures for the hospital pharmacy warehouse, drug store, dispensary and health centre pharmacy facilities.
7. Training staff to build capacity of staff in the hospital and health centres (e.g pharmaceuticals management, rational use of drugs etc.) especially those without any formal pharmacy training.
8. Planning and preparing monthly and annual drug budgets for the hospital and health centres.
9. Making monthly/weekly drug and pharmaceutical supplies’ orders and submitting the some to the procurement office.
10. Participating in the process of procurement of drugs and pharmaceutical supplies.
11. Making sure that the utilization rate of drugs and pharmaceutical supplies is submitted to the relevant authorities for decision making.
12. Advising patients on how to take medicines correctly and safely to achieve the best outcome.
13. Establishing and revising the Hospital formulary, and ensuring that all providers are following Nkhoma Hospital and National treatment guidelines.
14. Any other duties deemed reasonable for the post.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
• Applicants should have a Degree in Pharmacy from a recognized training Institution.
• Must be registered with Pharmacy and Medicines Regulatory Authority
(PMRA).
• Must have a minimum of three years’ work experience in the field.

Note: All applicants should be conversant with the teachings and traditions of CCAP Nkhoma Synod.

Applications must be submitted together with copies of certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae which should include names and detailed contacts of at least three traceable referees and applicant’s current working phone numbers. These should be sent to the following address by close of business on 20th September, 2024.

The Human Resource Manager
Nkhoma Hospital
P.O Box 48
Nkhoma

Alternatively, applications may also be sent to the following email address:

hrnkhomahospital@gmail.com

10/08/2024

CCAP Nkhoma Synod Health Department invites applications from qualified and well experienced applicants for the position of Administrative Assistant to join us as we expand our Physician Training Programs and move towards our vision as a teaching Hospital. The Hospital added Surgical Training (PAACS) alongside our Family Medicine Training Program, the Administrative Assistant will be responsible for providing general Administrative and Secretarial support to both Pan-African Academy of Christian Surgeons (PAACS) and Family Medicine (FM) training programs. The programs are aimed at training Medical Doctors to become Surgeons and Family Medicine Specialists. The training is open to both local and international Doctors.

The Administrative Assistant will report to the Director of Medical Education but will work closely with all faculty heads in the two programs.

Job Purpose
The Administrative Assistant will be working alongside with our doctors and make the learning centre an excellent cornerstone of learning and teaching at Nkhoma Hospital by providing general administrative and Secretarial support to the training programs.

This is a two-year employment and renewable upon availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Managing logistics and coordination of space and resources for Nkhoma Mission Hospitals’ advanced medical training programs:
• Maintains schedule for the Learning Centre activities ie teachings, guiding visiting students who need study time and space.
• Keeps the Learning Centre and its resources in good working order and reports maintenance needs: Oversees use of computers, enforces limits on usage of internet and controls noise according to Learning Centre Policy.
• Ensures that breakroom and printing/internet services are appropriately stocked and accessible for residents and faculty.
• Coordinates with Administration and Accounts Department for purchases for Learning Centre and Training Programs.

Assisting with all personnel arrangements for the training programs:
• Organizes schedules, report and other paperwork for Family Medicine and PAACS Residents.
• Assists Registrars with logistics for Health Centre visitations,
• Organizes logistics for residency events such as retreats and conferences
• Liaises with HR Office to ensure that visiting PAACS or COSECSA residents have appropriate Malawian VISAs, Medical Licenses and credentials.
• Liaises with Human Resource office to ensure that PAACS and Family Medicine houses are properly managed according to the Hospital Housing Policy.
• Maintains a multi-year calendar and schedule together with Program Director.
As the training programs grow, the duties of this position may be expanded to include:
• Maintains and submits quarterly General Surgery PAACS budget.
• Works with Hospital Finance Department for detailed tracking and monitors all project accounts.
• Manages Assets of Learning Centre and resident housing

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
• Advanced Diploma in Business Management/Human Resources Management or any other related qualification.
• Secretarial skills
• Program planning skills
• Good communication skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Accounting skills
• Computer skills, Including Excel package
• A minimum of 2 years’ work experience in the same field or related.

Note: All applicants should be conversant with the teachings and traditions of CCAP Nkhoma Synod.

Applications must be submitted together with copies of certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae which should include names and detailed contacts of at least three traceable referees and applicant’s current working phone numbers. These should be sent to the following address by close of business on 15th August, 2024.

The Human Resource Manager
Nkhoma Hospital
P.O Box 48
Nkhoma

Alternatively, applications may also be sent to the following email address:

hrnkhomahospital@gmail.com

03/07/2024

CCAP Nkhoma Health Department invites applications from suitably qualified and well experienced applicants for the position of Oxygen Plant Cylinder Filler – Grade M (1 Position) tenable at Nkhoma Mission Hospital. This is a three-year (36months) employment contract subject to renewal based on overall efficiency, conduct and diligence with which the employee is discharging his/her duties as well as the overall performance and availability of funding.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Controlling fractionating columns compressors, purifying towers, heat exchangers and related equipment to extract nitrogen oxygen from air for industrial therapeutic use.
2. Turning valves in specified sequence to control flow of air through series of units that compress and liquefy it, removing carbon dioxide and impurities and separate resulting product into oxygen.
3. Observing pressure, temperature, level and flow gauges to make sure there is standard operation.
4. Testing oxygen for purity and moisture content at various stages of process using burettes moisture meter.
5. Adjusting equipment according to test results and knowledge of process equipment.
6. Opening valves to transfer liquid or gaseous oxygen through heat exchanger to cool air, to heat and vaporize liquid oxygen, and to store gaseous or liquid oxygen in storage tanks at specified temperature pressure.
7. Turning valves to transfer compressed oxygen to storage cylinders.
8. Cleaning and making minor repairs equipment, like replacing defective valves and removing carbon from valves, using hand tools air hose.
9. Recording gauge readings test results.
10. Adhering to the professional code of conduct and Ethics.
11. Any other duties deemed reasonable for the post.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES

1. Applicants should have relevant trade test certificates for any of Craft I, II and III.
2. A diploma in Biomedical Engineering is an added advantage.
3. Applicants must be fluent in English and must be willing to be on duty during the night.

Note: All applicants should be conversant with the teachings and traditions of CCAP Nkhoma Synod.

Applications must be submitted together with copies of Certificates and detailed Curriculum Vitae which should include names and detailed contacts of at least three traceable referees and the applicant’s current working phone numbers. These should be sent to the following address by the close of business on 10th July, 2024.

The Human Resource Management Officer
Nkhoma Hospital
P.O Box 48,
Nkhoma.

Alternatively, applications may also be sent to the following email address:

hrnkhomahospital@gmail.com