Association Business Manager

Vacancy Announcement

Association Business Manager

On behalf of our client, a smallholder-owned and directed business system serving the interests of a growing membership across Malawi, we invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Association Business Manager. The role, based at the Innovation and Productivity Centre (IPC) in Zomba, is key to supporting the effective delivery of services to smallholder farmer members.

Reporting to the Association Services, the Association Business Manager will serve in a business management and operations capacity, working directly with Association Leaders to manage crop production and commercial programmes to maintain business and financial systems and to supervise staff as necessary for the efficient running and sustainability of the Association.

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

1. Seek and pursue business opportunities/activities that can assist in improving Associations and IPCs
2. Search marketing opportunities and link farmers to identified markets
3. Produce strategic business plans for IPCs in liaison with the Association Board and the Business Development Unit
4. Recommend new services to Association members that would improve member and Association income
5. Oversee the implementation and monitoring of all business and other programme activities at Association and IPC level
6. Develop and maintain strong communication network system between Association Office, action groups, clubs and other stakeholders for an effective delivery of service.

Qualifications

Minimum Educational Qualification of a degree in Agribusiness, Business Administration or related field.

Experience: At least 5 years in a similar role.

Key Competencies / Attributes and Skills

• Proven experience in managing Associations or cooperatives
• Knowledge and experience of crop production and marketing;
• Strong communication skills;
• Good people management skills and adaptable;
• Good analytical and report writing skills;
• A strong understanding of the agribusiness sector
• Experience dealing with donor reporting and audit requirements.

If you feel you want to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation which is making a real difference to rural and national development, and you meet the above requirements, please send your application with detailed curriculum vitae, names of two traceable referees and copies of certificates to jobs@careersmw.com. 

Please use the subject line “Association Business Manager – Full Name” and ensure that each file is appropriately labelled, such as “CV – (Name), Cover Letter – (Name)”. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. Indicate only the Position and Your Full Name as the Subject Line of the email.

The closing date for receiving applications is Monday, 22 September 2025 at 11:00am Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Careers Consulting Limited is an equal opportunities employer.

Only short-listed applicants will be acknowledged