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UN jobs in Lilongwe, Malawi 🇲🇼
UN-system agencies post vacancies based in Lilongwe, Malawi, Malawi. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open role assigned to this duty station — across regional offices, country offices, peacekeeping and special-political missions, and headquartered programmes. Each posting links back to the official application page.
- Open roles
- 8
- Organisations
- 4
- Last refreshed
- Jun 04, 2026
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Access to Finance and Grants Specialist (Open to all applicants)
United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇼 Lilongwe, Malawi
The Access to Finance and Grants Specialist will lead the design, implementation, and management of the UCHI Commercialization Facility, a financial access initiative targeting farmers and women-led agricultural MSMEs in Malawi. The role involves overseeing grant disbursements, developing financial products, facilitating access to finance through partnerships, and ensuring gender-responsive practices. Key responsibilities include managing a portfolio of grants, monitoring progress against milestones, conducting due diligence, and supporting financial literacy and capacity-building programs. The specialist will work closely with project staff, financial institutions, and stakeholders to promote inclusive economic growth and agricultural commercialization. The position is based in Lilongwe with frequent travel to various districts.
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National Consultant to develop a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Manual for Climate Action and NDC 3.0 in Malawi
UN Women · 🇲🇼 Lilongwe, Malawi
UN Women seeks a National Consultant to develop a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Manual for Climate Action and NDC 3.0 in Malawi. The role involves conducting a desk review of climate change, gender, and development frameworks, engaging stakeholders including government institutions and civil society, and developing practical tools and guidance for mainstreaming GESI in climate policies and programs. The consultant will produce a comprehensive GESI Manual with sector-specific guidelines, training materials, and indicators aligned with Malawi's NDC 3.0 and international commitments. The position requires extensive experience in gender equality, climate change, and policy development, with a focus on inclusive and participatory methodologies. The consultant will work remotely but travel within Lilongwe for consultations and validation meetings.
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Admin Assistants - Internship programme (3 positions)
UN Women · 🇲🇼 Lilongwe, Malawi
UN Women seeks three Admin Assistant Interns to support the Country Office in digitizing and organizing historical administrative and financial records, as well as providing general administrative assistance during an office space reorganization. Interns will scan and digitize manual financial vouchers, organize digital files, and assist with office reorganization tasks. The role offers practical exposure to records management, administrative support, and UN operational procedures. Interns will report to the Operations Manager and work under the guidance of Operations Unit staff. The internship provides training in document digitization, records management systems, office administration, and UN processes while emphasizing attention to detail, confidentiality, and organizational skills.
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Human Rights and Rule of Law Intern
United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇼 Lilongwe, Malawi
The UNDP Human Rights and Rule of Law Intern will support the Office of the Chief Technical Advisor in analytical, coordination, and knowledge management functions under Pillar III - Oversight, Human Rights and Rule of Law. The role involves conducting policy research on governance, human rights, and rule of law, preparing briefing materials, supporting program coordination, and assisting with stakeholder engagement activities. The intern will gain practical experience in international development programming, with a focus on institutional strengthening, accountability, and rights-based approaches. Responsibilities include research support, program coordination, stakeholder engagement, and administrative tasks within a multilateral environment.
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Innovation and Creative Sector Support Intern
United Nations Development Programme · 🇲🇼 Lilongwe, Malawi
The Innovation and Creative Sector Support Intern will support UNDP Malawi's work in advancing the creative economy, particularly focusing on youth entrepreneurship and innovation. Key responsibilities include engaging with creative sector stakeholders, supporting policy advocacy on intellectual property and formalization, documenting best practices, and assisting in the design of programs targeting youth in the creative sector. The intern will contribute to initiatives that support enterprise development, incubation, and talent pipeline building. This is a hands-on opportunity for young professionals to gain practical experience in international development, policy support, and program implementation while working on issues related to sustainable development goals and inclusive economic growth.
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Senior Development Advisor (SC10, Lilongwe)
World Food Programme · 🇲🇼 Lilongwe, Malawi
The Senior Development Advisor (SC10) in Lilongwe, Malawi, supports the World Food Programme's strategic direction and policy engagement with the Government of Malawi and development partners. Key responsibilities include strategic analysis, policy research, government relations, inter-agency coordination, and resource mobilization. The role requires monitoring political and economic developments, advising on national policy implications, and facilitating multi-stakeholder partnerships. The position reports directly to the Country Director and plays a critical role in aligning WFP's interventions with Malawi's national priorities and SDG 2 (Zero Hunger). The role demands extensive experience in policy analysis, strategic planning, and inter-agency collaboration, with a strong understanding of Malawi's political and development landscape.
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Climate Resilience Specialist - SC9
World Food Programme · 🇲🇼 Lilongwe, Malawi
The Climate Resilience Specialist leads WFP Malawi's climate adaptation initiatives, focusing on strengthening community resilience to climate shocks such as floods, droughts, and erratic rainfall. The role provides technical leadership for climate-related projects under climate financing mechanisms, ensuring evidence-based design, compliance, and effective implementation. Responsibilities include strategic planning, project management, stakeholder engagement with government and partners, monitoring and evaluation, integration of cross-cutting priorities like gender and protection, and resource mobilization. The position supports the Zero Hunger initiative by protecting and strengthening food systems, livelihoods, and nutritional outcomes for vulnerable populations. The specialist oversees climate-smart interventions including climate services, anticipatory action, watershed management, and ecosystem restoration, while ensuring alignment with WFP strategic plans, donor requirements, and environmental and social safeguards.
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Field Associate (WASH Integration)
UN High Commissioner for Refugees · 🇲🇼 Lilongwe, Malawi
The Field Associate (WASH Integration) supports the end-to-end management of WASH programmes under the MAR Innovation and JSB projects in Malawi, focusing on infrastructure interventions like Managed Aquifer Recharge and water reticulation. The role involves planning, design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of WASH activities in refugee camps and host communities, ensuring alignment with UNHCR standards and a rights-based, community-centered approach. The incumbent works closely with district authorities, partners, contractors, and government entities to ensure effective project execution and coordination. Responsibilities include technical support for design and cost estimation, procurement processes, field monitoring, data analysis, reporting, and integration of WASH with broader multi-sectoral programming. The position requires strong project management, stakeholder coordination, and monitoring and evaluation skills.
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- United Nations Development Programme 3
- UN Women 2
- World Food Programme 2
- UN High Commissioner for Refugees 1
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- Malawi 8
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