BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) is a Government agency established under section 4 of the Corrupt Practices Act (Cap.7:04) of the Laws of Malawi. The ACB is mandated to –

• receive and investigate complaints of alleged or suspected corrupt practices;
• prosecute offences under the Corrupt Practices Act and other written laws;
• investigate and report on the conduct of any public officer that is connected to a corrupt practice;
• take necessary measures for the prevention of corruption in public and private institutions; and
• mobilize public support in the fight against corruption.

The position of Director of the ACB is a very demanding position which requires a person with high integrity, independence, boldness, professionalism, strategic leadership and managerial skills.

SUMMARY OF THE JOB

The Director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and overall management of the ACB, and ensuring effective implementation of the Corrupt Practices Act.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants must possess —

• a Master’s Degree in Law, Finance, Accounting or Auditing field from a reputable education institution accredited or recognized under the National Council for Higher Education Act (Cap. 30:12), obtained subsequent to a Bachelor’s Degree in the stated fields from a reputable education institution accredited or recognized under the National Council for Higher Education Act; and a minimum of ten (10) years post qualification work experience in a reputable organization, of which at least five (5) years must be in a senior management position; or
• a Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance, Accounting or Auditing from a reputable education institution accredited or recognized under the National Council for Higher Education Act, with at least fifteen (15) years’ post qualification work experience in a reputable organization, of which at least ten (10) years are in a senior management position.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be –

• of high integrity and committed to the fight against corruption; and
• willing to be subjected to a vetting process.

The successful candidate will be required to abide by the AB’s Strict Code of Conduct and Ethical Behaviour.

• provide guidance and leadership in the implementation of core functions of the ACB;
• provide leadership in the formulation, review and implementation of ACB policies and guidelines;
• lead in the development and evaluation of strategic plans;
• manage the performance of the ACB;
• manage resources of the ACB;
• establish and maintain close collaborative relationships with key stakeholders of the ACB;
• lead in the recruitment, development and performance appraisal of members of staff;
• make decisions on staff discipline matters;
• prepare reports to the National Assembly;
• monitor and review resource mobilization activities;
• coordinate audit activities; and
• take a lead in providing interface between the public and the ACB.

• Master’s Degree in Law, Finance, Accounting or Auditing field from a reputable education institution accredited or recognized under the National Council for Higher Education Act (Cap. 30:12), obtained subsequent to a Bachelor’s Degree in the stated fields from a reputable education institution accredited or recognized under the National Council for Higher Education Act; and a minimum of ten (10) years post qualification work experience in a reputable organization, of which at least five (5) years must be in a senior management position; OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance, Accounting or Auditing from a reputable education institution accredited or recognized under the National Council for Higher Education Act, with at least fifteen (15) years’ post qualification work experience in a reputable organization, of which at least ten (10) years are in a senior management position.
• High integrity and commitment to the fight against corruption.
• Willingness to be subjected to a vetting process.