Job description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT @ PRESS AGRICULTURE LIMITED
LOCATION: Kasungu
POSITION: MESSENGER
OVERVIEW
Press Agriculture Limited invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and responsible candidates with practical experience for the position of Messenger, based in Kasungu.
The successful candidate will support the company's administrative operations by delivering and collecting correspondence, handling official documents, managing approved errands, and ensuring that documents and packages reach the intended recipients safely and on time.
JOB TYPE: Full Time
Date Posted: Friday, 6th November 2026
Application Deadline:Thursday, 12th November 2026
Duty Station: Kasungu, Malawi
POSITION: MESSENGER
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Academic Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must possess the following:
Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or equivalent qualification.
A certificate in Office Practice or Administration will be an added advantage.
At least two (2) years of experience as a Messenger, Office Assistant, Clerk, or in a similar role within a company or organisation.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
Honesty, reliability, and responsibility.
Good organisational and time-management skills.
Ability to handle confidential documents with care.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and accurate record-keeping.
Ability to prioritise urgent assignments and work under minimal supervision.
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Delivery and Collection of Correspondence
Ensure letters, reports, memoranda, forms, and official documents are delivered promptly.
Transport correspondence between departments, offices, estates, and staff members.
Safely deliver sensitive documents, including personnel and financial records, to the appropriate recipients.
Collect letters, statements, receipts, and other documents from banks, government departments, suppliers, and other relevant institutions.
Deliver and collect approved correspondence from government departments and statutory bodies as instructed by the supervisor.
2. Proof of Delivery and Record-Keeping
Obtain signatures, acknowledgement stamps, and other proof of delivery where required.
Ensure delivery notes, acknowledgement slips, receipts, and other relevant documents are returned to the appropriate departments.
Maintain accurate records of documents and packages received, their intended recipients, delivery dates, and collection requirements.
Report any delivery delays, losses, damage, or suspected mishandling promptly.
3. Office and Administrative Support
Deliver approved packages, stationery, office supplies, and other company items, taking reasonable care during transportation.
Photocopy, scan, staple, file, and perform other basic document-handling tasks.
Prepare documents for posting by placing them in envelopes, packaging, and labelling them appropriately.
Arrange approved deliveries through courier services.
Assist with distributing meeting documents, invitations, and other approved materials.
Collect signed attendance sheets and other meeting-related documents.
4. Planning and Financial Accountability
Plan daily assignments according to instructions and prioritise urgent deliveries.
Inform the supervisor of any issues or delays affecting assigned tasks.
Where authorised to collect or use money for company errands, ensure it is used for the approved purpose and submit all receipts, balances, and supporting documents.
5. General Responsibilities
Take reasonable care of all documents, parcels, equipment, and other company property.
Ensure documents and packages are properly sealed where necessary.
Perform other reasonable messenger-related and administrative duties assigned by the supervisor.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit the following documents:
An application letter.
Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
A copy of National Identity Card.
An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing details of at least three (3) traceable referees.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Press Agriculture Limited
Kulima House
Private Bag B352
Kasungu, Malawi
Email: pal@palku.mw
Closing Date: Wednesday, 11th November 2026
Only shortlisted candidates who meet the stipulated requirements will be contacted. See less