Records Officer (UM8)

About the role

The University of Malawi is seeking a Records Officer (UM8) to lead and support its records management function. The role involves developing, monitoring and maintaining effective systems for handling both print and electronic university records, ensuring compliance with policies and facilitating easy information retrieval.

Key responsibilities

• Providing input in the development and review of university records management systems, policies, strategies and regulations.
• Monitoring and implementing records management policies, strategies, systems and regulations for the University.
• Processing, preserving and disposing of print and electronic official university records.
• Creating and maintaining databases to ensure quick retrieval of information and auditing stored information.
• Organising training for staff on records management and use.
• Managing records transfer, disposal and associated risks, and producing a consolidated records index for the University.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Records Management or a related field.
• At least six years of relevant work experience in a comparable setting.