Consumer Analyst

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates of Malawian nationality to fill existing positions at the Competition and Fair Trading Commission (CFTC).

About the Commission
The Competition and Fair Trading Commission is a body corporate established under Section 4 of the Competition and Fair Trading Act (Chapter 40:09 of the Laws of Malawi). It is a quasi-judicial body whose mandate is to regulate, monitor, control and prevent acts or behaviour which are likely to adversely affect competition and fair trading in Malawi. Its objective is to create an enabling environment for the private sector by promoting effective and fair competition, thereby strengthening efficiency of production and distribution of goods and services, securing the best possible conditions for the freedom of trade, safeguarding consumer welfare and setting a favourable operating environment for expansion of the country’s entrepreneurship base.

Consumer Analyst (Grade CFT 6)
The Consumer Analyst shall be under the Directorate of Consumer Affairs and Education and will be responsible for conducting economic analyses and investigations on cases relating to unfair trade practices. The Analyst shall provide research support which will form the basis for guiding the implementation of the Competition and Fair Trading Act and associated regulations and guidelines.

Duties and responsibilities
– Investigate and conduct analysis on unfair trade practices and produce reports
– Summon and interview complainants and respondents on cases brought to the Commission
– Assist in the development and maintenance of a database on unfair trade practices
– Draft economic policy papers and speeches for the management team and for presentation at various fora
– Design projects for donor funding in line with CFTC goals and objectives
– Serve as case officer for complaints brought before the Commission
– Conduct market inquiries to gather information necessary for determination of cases
– Develop and review IEC materials on unfair trade practices
– Participate in the implementation of programmes under international cooperation arrangements on unfair trade practices
– Collect data for the preparation of work plans, budgets and programmes for the section

Qualifications and competencies
– A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration or Marketing
– Minimum of three (3) years’ work experience
– Good foundation in microeconomics, including coursework in industrial organisation
– Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities
– Excellent interpersonal skills and self-motivated
– Outstanding honesty and integrity
– Ability to grasp new concepts and work under pressure

Appointment and remuneration
The positions are permanent, subject to 3 months’ probation and meeting agreed performance targets. The successful candidates shall be offered an attractive salary and benefits in accordance with the Commission’s Conditions of Service.

Method of application
Applications including a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), photocopies of relevant certificates, national identification and names and contacts of at least three (3) referees should be sent by post or hand delivery to the address below, not later than 30th November 2026.

The Chief Executive Officer
Competition and Fair Trading Commission
MERA Office Complex, 1st Floor, City Centre
P/Bag 332
Lilongwe 3