Vacancy title:
Security Guard

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Protective Services]

Jobs at:
St. Andrews Catholic Primary School

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, August 19 2026

Duty Station:
Chitipa District | Lilongwe

Summary
Date Posted: Sunday, August 16 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Diocese of Karonga, through its Education Desk, is committed to providing quality, efficient, and effective education. After establishing St. Denis Catholic Primary School in 2024, the Diocese is now opening a new co-education (Boys and Girls) Catholic Primary School in Chitipa District – St. Andrews Catholic Primary School.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Physically fit (may be required to pass a medical examination)
• Good hearing and eyesight
• Observant, responsible, and trustworthy
• Assertive with good interpersonal skills
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Able to pass a Police check
• A minimum of JCE
• Ability to read and write
• Knowledge of and readiness to respect the principles of Catholic Social Teaching

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patrolling areas and checking doors, gates, and windows for unauthorized entry
• Supervising security guards
• Preparing duty rosters
• Watching for irregularities (fire hazards, leaks, lights left on, equipment malfunctions, unlocked doors) and reporting incidents
• Recording times of inspections and authorized persons
• Responding to alarms and checking alarm systems
• Observing and reporting suspects to police or apprehending offenders when appropriate
• Detecting and reporting fraud, theft, and other unlawful acts
• Working as gatekeeper to ensure only authorized people/vehicles enter or leave
• Carrying out any authorized tasks from time to time

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: high school

Job application procedure
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Interested candidates should submit:

• A cover letter
• An updated CV with three traceable referees
• Copies of academic and professional certificates

Addressed to:

The Human Resource Officer
The Diocese of Karonga
P.O. Box 140, Karonga

Applications must be hand delivered to BOTH offices:

1. St. Michael's Parish Clerk Office (Chitipa)
2. The Diocese of Karonga Offices (Karonga)

Deadline: 19th August, 2026 – Late submissions will not be processed.

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