About Podcast Malawi

Podcast Malawi is a national multimedia platform shaping conversations, culture, and ideas across Malawi and beyond. We produce high-quality podcasts, live shows, and special content that informs, inspires, and influences public dialogue.

Role Overview

The Podcast Coordinator will support the planning, coordination, and execution of Podcast Malawi’s programming and content activities. The role works closely with hosts, producers, partners, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations and consistent content delivery.

This is a contract-based role with a mix of office-based and remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule podcast episodes and related content
• Secure, brief, and confirm guests
• Manage recording schedules and production timelines
• Support live shows, special episodes, and outreach activities
• Liaise with hosts, producers, and technical teams
• Ensure weekly content aligns with the approved programming calendar
• Support partnerships, proposals, and special projects
• Maintain clear communication and documentation across teams

Working Arrangement

• 3 days on-site: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
• 2 days of remote coordination
• Working hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Contract & Compensation

• Contract Type: Independent Contractor with fixed salary
• Duration: 12 months (renewable based on performance)

Performance-based incentives:

Approved special projects and sponsored content will attract performance-based incentives/commissions/bonuses, as determined by the organisation.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Experience in media, content production, communications, or coordination
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, creative environments
• Reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Passion for storytelling, culture, and impact-driven media

• Coordinate and schedule podcast episodes and related content
• Secure, brief, and confirm guests
• Manage recording schedules and production timelines
• Support live shows, special episodes, and outreach activities
• Liaise with hosts, producers, and technical teams
• Ensure weekly content aligns with the approved programming calendar
• Support partnerships, proposals, and special projects
• Maintain clear communication and documentation across teams

• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Experience in media, content production, communications, or coordination
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, creative environments
• Reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Passion for storytelling, culture, and impact-driven media

• Experience in media, content production, communications, or coordination