Job description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ MALAWI AGAINST PHYSICAL DISABILITIES (MAP)
POSITION: GROUNDSMAN (1 POSITION)
Duty Station: Kachere Rehabilitation Centre
Reports to: Chief Administration Officer
Job Type: Permanent
ABOUT MAP
Malawi Against Physical Disabilities (MAP) is a Government subvented institution providing comprehensive medical rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities across Malawi. MAP is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Groundsman.
JOB PURPOSE
To maintain a clean, safe, attractive and therapeutic environment at Kachere Rehabilitation Centre through effective grounds maintenance, landscaping and proper management of flowers and green spaces.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Maintain lawns through mowing, slashing, pruning, weeding and watering plants.
2. Design, establish and maintain flower beds, gardens, nurseries and landscape features.
3. Ensure the environment is clean, attractive and well maintained.
4. Sweep and collect litter around wards, pathways, car parks and administration areas.
5. Inspect grounds regularly and identify safety hazards.
6. Operate and maintain gardening equipment, including lawnmowers, brush cutters and pruning tools.
7. Carry out minor repairs of grounds maintenance equipment.
8. Assist in landscaping projects, including flower beds, rock gardens and hedges.
9. Handle waste removal and disposal in accordance with infection prevention standards.
10. Maintain and beautify physiotherapy gardens and patient recreational areas.
11. Work with other maintenance staff to maintain overall cleanliness.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE).
- Certificate in Horticulture or Landscaping will be an added advantage but is not mandatory for candidates with proven experience.
- Proven experience as a Groundsman/Gardener in a reputable institution, hospital, hotel or estate.
- Good knowledge of flowering plants, flower design, nursery management, horticulture and landscaping.
- Ability to design flower arrangements and maintain attractive gardens.
- Ability to operate gardening equipment safely.
- Self-motivated, hardworking and trustworthy.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Willingness to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays when required.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested candidates should submit an application letter, detailed CV with three traceable referees, and copies of certificates to:
The Human Resources Officer
Malawi Against Physical Disabilities
P.O. Box 256
BLANTYRE
Email: hr.map@mapmw.org
Closing Date: 19th November 2026
NOTE: MAP is an equal opportunity employer.