Vacancy title:
Health Volunteer Journalists - Mzimba

[Type: VOLUNTEER, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Media, Communications & Writing, Social Services & Nonprofit, Healthcare]

Jobs at:
Patient and Community Welfare Foundation of Malawi

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, June 24 2026

Duty Station:
Mzimba | Mzimba

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 17 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Health Volunteer Journalists (56)

About PAWEM

The Patient & Community Welfare Foundation of Malawi (PAWEM) is a community-focused civil society organization committed to advancing patient rights, strengthening health system accountability, and amplifying the voices of vulnerable communities across all 28 districts in Malawi. PAWEM believes that communities are not merely recipients of health services—they are active rights holders who must be empowered to monitor, document, and advocate for the services they deserve.

As Malawi's lead implementing organization for the Community Health Rights Watch Initiative (CHRWI), PAWEM brings together community structures, civil society networks, government partners, and development partners in a unified national effort.

When PAWEM recently appeared before the Parliamentary Health Committee to discuss the growing problem of drug theft in public health facilities, one message stood out clearly: communities must be part of the solution. Members of Parliament emphasized the importance of strengthening community participation in protecting public health resources.

Building on these discussions, PAWEM is now rolling out the Community Health Rights Watch Initiative (CHRWI), a nationwide community-based program that will operate in all 28 districts of Malawi.

The initiative will establish a network of 56 Health Volunteer Journalists who will work closely with communities to identify, document, and report health rights concerns. Through community dialogues, health rights committees, and digital reporting systems, citizens will have a stronger voice in protecting healthcare services and ensuring that essential medicines reach the people who need them most.

Key Responsibilities

Health Volunteer Journalists will:

• Identify, document, and report health rights concerns within their communities
• Write and disseminate human-interest stories and reports on health system accountability issues
• Support community whistleblowers by documenting suspected drug theft, diversion of medicines, corruption, discrimination, or other abuses within the health system
• Participate in community dialogues and health rights committees
• Use digital reporting systems to submit verified reports to PAWEM

Eligibility Requirements

Education:

• Health Volunteer Journalists: Diploma in Journalism, Media Studies, or Mass Communication

Residency:

• Must be a resident of the district where you are applying to work

Equipment:

• Must possess an Android smartphone capable of taking photos, recording videos, and accessing the internet

Values and Commitment:

• Must demonstrate a passion for social justice, patient rights, and health equity
• Must be committed to advocating for patient rights and health system accountability
• Willing to work in your community and serve vulnerable populations

Why Join PAWEM?

• Be part of a nationwide movement to strengthen health system accountability and patient rights
• Work directly with communities to protect public health resources
• Gain experience in community advocacy, health monitoring, and reporting
• Contribute to the fight against drug theft and corruption in Malawi's health system

PAWEM is an equal opportunity organization. Women, persons with disabilities, and individuals from marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: associate degree

Job application procedure

Interested persons who meet the required qualifications should complete the online application form via the link below.

Please have the following documents ready to upload:

• National ID
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Academic Certificates/Diplomas

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

PAWEM is an equal opportunity organization. Women, persons with disabilities, and individuals from marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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