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Concern Worldwide · Nsanje, Malawi

Posted October 20, 2026Listing expires October 26, 2026

Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries

Founded in 1968, Concern works in 25 countries in Africa, Asia and the Caribbean with its headquarters in Ireland. Concern started working in Malawi in 2002 and currently focuses on climate and environment, social protection, gender and social inclusion, sustainable food systems for food security and partnerships. For sustainability and lasting change, our advocacy and influence, people centred and evidence-based approaches focus on system strengthening and resilience building as we seek to address the root causes of poverty.

Concern invites applications from interested candidates qualified for the following position;

• Ration Recipient Team Lead – (1 Vacancy)

Duration4 Months

Duty StationNsanje

Job Summary

Reporting to the Programme Manager (District), the Ration Recipient Team Lead will coordinate distribution schedules and site readiness with WFP, district officials and local committees. The role will supervise distribution staff, organise clear and safe recipient entry, verification and collection processes, and ensure that food or cash assistance reaches intended recipients in accordance with approved entitlements.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Lead and supervise Nutrition & Gender and MEAL Programme Officer and coordinate their work with other programme and operational colleagues in line with approved distribution plans.
• Act as a key operational liaison with WFP, district authorities and local structures, including Food Distribution Committees and Village Disaster Risk Management Committees, to agree schedules, responsibilities and arrangements.
• Provide timely implementation updates to the Programme Manager (District), WFP and relevant local officials, flagging decisions and support required including recipients served, food quantities or cash transfers completed.
• Prepare weekly and monthly distribution work plans and coordinate recipient communication, site preparation and staff deployment with WFP and district counterparts.
• Coordinate distribution teams, community representatives and relevant service providers to minimise delays, congestion and exclusion at distribution sites.
• Oversee the practical implementation of food or cash distribution at assigned sites, ensuring recipients receive approved assistance and are treated with dignity.
• Check adherence to WFP and Concern distribution procedures, approved ration or transfer entitlements, documentation requirements and agreed operating schedules.
• Support verification, monitoring and post-distribution monitoring exercises with WFP and Concern MEAL colleagues; document and follow up agreed actions.
• Reconcile site-level distribution totals and supporting documentation and ensure that outstanding issues are clearly recorded and followed up.
• Ensure accessible complaints and feedback channels are communicated to recipients at distribution sites and that staff know how to refer concerns appropriately.
• Document and promptly refer distribution-related complaints, exclusion concerns and unresolved cases through established Concern/WFP mechanisms; follow up actions as assigned.
• Ensure that food and cash distributions are organised in line with Concern protection and safeguarding policies, including prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).
• Adhere to, support and promote the standards of conduct outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct & its Associated Policies and be committed to providing a safe working environment.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Community Development, Humanitarian Assistance, or a related field or a Diploma in relevant field with significant experience including some line management experience.
• At least three years of experience in humanitarian assistance, food/cash distribution or related field operations, including experience coordinating teams.
• Practical experience planning distributions, coordinating with WFP or similar partners, and maintaining accurate recipient and distribution records.
• Excellent communication skills in Chichewa and English, with the ability to engage with community members, local leaders, and government officials.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in challenging environments.

• Distribution Team Lead – (1 Vacancy)

Duration4 Months

Duty StationNsanje

Job Summary

Reporting to the Programme Manager (District), the job holder will be responsible for providing leadership and coordination for the successful implementation of the lean season response project in Nsanje District. This includes overseeing the execution of project activities within the set timeframe and budget, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and organizational standards. The role involves managing field staff engaged in food distribution, and community engagement, while providing ongoing capacity building to ensure staff performance aligns with project goals.

Responsibilities and Tasks