Vacancy Summary
Location
Lilongwe, Malawi
Work Mode
On-site
Job Type
Contract
Career Level
Junior
Positions
2
Experience
3 Years
Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Apply By
18 May 2026
10 days remaining
Job Description
The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) is a University and Centre of Excellence in health education, research, and innovation whose mission is to “advance knowledge, professional competencies, skills, and innovations in health sciences through high-quality student-centred and evidence educatioand research that responds to and influences the global/national policy, health and development needs in an efficient, sustainable, and result-oriented manner.”
KUHeS has secured a grant from the Beginnings Fund through Seed Global Health to support the establishment and implementation of Midwifery models of care at Bwaila Hospital and Kabudula Rural Hospital in Lilongwe. In view of this, KUHeS would like to recruit two Midwifery Preceptors to support implementation of the grant.
Therefore, applications are being invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Midwifery Preceptor.
Job Summary
The Midwifery Preceptor will report to the Head of Department and will be responsible for the establishment and implementation of the Midwifery Models of Care at the designated site.
Contract Duration
The Midwifery Preceptor will be appointed on a fixed-term contract of 2 years, subject to renewal upon satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Midwifery Preceptor is expected to undertake, among others, the following key duties and responsibilities:
• Providing continuity of direct instruction, and supervision of students consistent with the student’s learning needs, module objectives and program outcomes.
• Supporting students’ practice and growth with clinical inquiry and reflective practice.
• Liaising with the Lecturer or Midwifery Educator on additional or alternative learning activities consistent with the student’s and module outcomes.
• Supporting students’ activities in order for them to gain an understanding of the Clinical System of care delivery and procedures.
• Assessing students’ clinical performance.
• Providing feedback to the faculty regarding the student’s learning needs and performance.
• Orienting stakeholders at the clinical site on the roles, capabilities and learning needs of the students.
• Notifying Lecturers or Hospital Matron or Nurse-in-Charge of any concerns regarding students’ or clients’ safety and well-being.
• Reporting students’ experiences in the clinical area.
• Serving as a role model consistent with the scope of practice of the nursing and midwifery profession.
KUHeS has secured a grant from the Beginnings Fund through Seed Global Health to support the establishment and implementation of Midwifery models of care at Bwaila Hospital and Kabudula Rural Hospital in Lilongwe. In view of this, KUHeS would like to recruit two Midwifery Preceptors to support implementation of the grant.
Therefore, applications are being invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Midwifery Preceptor.
Job Summary
The Midwifery Preceptor will report to the Head of Department and will be responsible for the establishment and implementation of the Midwifery Models of Care at the designated site.
Contract Duration
The Midwifery Preceptor will be appointed on a fixed-term contract of 2 years, subject to renewal upon satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Midwifery Preceptor is expected to undertake, among others, the following key duties and responsibilities:
• Providing continuity of direct instruction, and supervision of students consistent with the student’s learning needs, module objectives and program outcomes.
• Supporting students’ practice and growth with clinical inquiry and reflective practice.
• Liaising with the Lecturer or Midwifery Educator on additional or alternative learning activities consistent with the student’s and module outcomes.
• Supporting students’ activities in order for them to gain an understanding of the Clinical System of care delivery and procedures.
• Assessing students’ clinical performance.
• Providing feedback to the faculty regarding the student’s learning needs and performance.
• Orienting stakeholders at the clinical site on the roles, capabilities and learning needs of the students.
• Notifying Lecturers or Hospital Matron or Nurse-in-Charge of any concerns regarding students’ or clients’ safety and well-being.
• Reporting students’ experiences in the clinical area.
• Serving as a role model consistent with the scope of practice of the nursing and midwifery profession.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s of Science degree in Midwifery or Bachelor of Science Nursing and Midwifery or Bachelor of Science in Nursing with a University Certificate in Midwifery from an institution accredited or recognised by the National Council for Higher Education
Registration by the Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi
Registration by the Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi
Skills Required
How to Apply
Apply by Email
Send your CV and cover letter to recruitment@kuhes.ac.mw.
Instructions:
Interested individuals meeting the requirements above should submit applications including: certified copies of certificates; detailed CV including names, emails and phone contacts of three (3) traceable professional referees to:
The Registrar
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences
Private Bag 360
Chichiri
Blantyre 3
Or
Email: recruitment@kuhes.ac.mw
Applicants submitting via email must indicate the title of the post in the subject line of the email.
Applications should be submitted by close of business on 18th May, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
The Registrar
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences
Private Bag 360
Chichiri
Blantyre 3
Or
Email: recruitment@kuhes.ac.mw
Applicants submitting via email must indicate the title of the post in the subject line of the email.
Applications should be submitted by close of business on 18th May, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
Deadline: 18 May 2026
· 1 week from now