Dowa Jobs and Tenders

The most reliable source for Dowa District Council tenders is the Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority (PPDA). For real-time updates and downloadable bid documents for GESD (Governance to Enable Service Delivery) and RCRP (Regional Climate Resilience Program) projects, Ntchito.com aggregates these daily. Major infrastructure and supply tenders are also published in Malawi’s national newspapers, but digital platforms offer the fastest access to the "Request for Quotation" (RFQ) documents.

Dowa remains a focal point for international development due to its proximity to Lilongwe and the Dzaleka Refugee Camp. Key organizations frequently hiring for field officers, M&E specialists, and project managers include:

• World Vision Malawi (Health and Education programs)

• Tearfund (Livelihood and Resilience projects)

• Concern Worldwide

• Plan International (Youth and Gender programs)

• Dzaleka-based agencies: UNHCR and Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS).

Based on 2025/2026 NGO salary benchmarks in Malawi, pay scales are influenced by funding sources (International vs. Local).

| Level | Annual Salary Range (MWK) | Monthly Estimate (MWK) | | :--- | :--- | :--- |

| Entry Level (Interns/Assts) | MK 4,800,000 – MK 7,200,000 | MK 400,000 – MK 600,000 |

| Mid-Level (Officers/Coordinators) | MK 12,000,000 – MK 24,000,000 | MK 1.0M – MK 2.0M |

| Senior Level (Managers/Directors) | MK 36,000,000 – MK 60,000,000+ | MK 3.0M – MK 5.0M+ |

Vacancies for the Malawi Civil Service in Dowa (District Hospital, Agriculture Extension, Education) are managed by the Civil Service Commission. You must submit a formal application referencing the specific vacancy number. Most 2026 roles require a minimum of a Diploma or Degree from accredited institutions like UNIMA or LUANAR.

Consultants in Dowa are currently in high demand for:

• Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA): Driven by new climate resilience projects.

• Baseline & Endline Surveys: For NGO-led agricultural interventions.

• Technical Engineering Audits: For Dowa Turnoff and district road reshaping projects.

• Safeguarding & Protection Audits: Specifically for projects within the Dzaleka camp vicinity.

Yes. Dowa is a leading agricultural district. 2026 trends show a surge in "Climate-Smart Agriculture" (CSA) roles. Look for keywords like Irrigation Specialist, Value Chain Manager, and Agribusiness Consultant. Organizations like NASFAM and Horizon Farm are key players in the region.

To win GESD (Governance to Enable Service Delivery) tenders in 2026, contractors must be registered with the National Construction Industry Council (NCIC). Typical requirements include:

• Valid NCIC Registration (Category Small/Medium).

• Evidence of similar past works (completion certificates).

• Bid Securing Declaration.

• Proof of financial capability (Bank statements or credit lines).