Vacancy title:
Head of Operations

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Management, Business Operations, Education, Accounting & Finance, Human Resources, Computer & IT, Admin & Office]

Jobs at:
Mzuzu International Academy

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, March 10 2026

Duty Station:
Mzuzu | Lilongwe

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, March 5 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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About Mzuzu International Academy (MIA)

Mzuzu International Academy (MIA) is a growing, mission-driven school in Mzuzu committed to delivering high-quality education within a well-managed, accountable, and financially sustainable institution. In recent years, MIA has focused on strengthening its governance, financial systems, and internal controls to ensure long-term stability and improved service delivery for students, parents, and staff. The school is building a professional operational structure that supports academic excellence through strong finance, HR, procurement, ICT, and administrative systems.

Position Summary – Head of Operations

The Head of Operations is a senior management role responsible for leading and coordinating MIA’s non-academic functions, including finance, HR, administration, procurement, ICT, and compliance. Reporting to the President/Vice President and working closely with the Principal, the role will strengthen internal systems, improve accountability, and ensure that operational functions run efficiently and in full compliance with Malawian laws and institutional policies. This is a hands-on leadership position suited to an experienced manager who can build systems, manage multidisciplinary teams, and drive operational improvement in a structured and practical manner.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Management, or related field.
• 8–10 years’ experience in operations, finance, administration, or general management.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership or managerial role.
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of financial management and organizational systems.

Desirable

• Professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA, MBA).
• Experience in education, NGO, or donor-funded environments.
• Familiarity with Malawian labour law and procurement standards.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 96

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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Qualified candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to submit a cover letter, detailed CV, and names of three professional referees

Deadline: 10th March 2026

Applications should clearly demonstrate relevant leadership experience and operational management capability. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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