Technician in Food, Nutrition and Livelihood

The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources
(LUANAR) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to be
considered for the position of Technician in Food, Nutrition and Livelihood
Security within the Faculty of Life Sciences and Natural Resources at LUANAR.

POSITION: TECHNICIAN IN FOOD, NUTRITION AND LIVELIHOOD
SECURITY

Location: Lilongwe

ROLE SUMMARY

The successful candidate will provide technical support for
teaching, laboratory practicals, research, consultancy, community outreach, and
equipment management in the Food, Nutrition and Livelihood Security Programme.
The position requires an individual with strong laboratory, food processing,
nutrition assessment, and community engagement skills who is committed to
promoting high-quality practical training and research excellence.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

a. Teaching, Practical Training and Community Outreach

• Assist
  academic staff in preparing and delivering laboratory and community
  practical sessions.
• Develop
  work plans, standard operating procedures, practical materials, and
  teaching resources.
• Demonstrate
  the safe and correct use of laboratory, food processing, and
  anthropometric equipment.
• Facilitate
  and assess students during laboratory, field, industrial attachment, and
  community practical activities.
• Liaise
  with communities, industries, health institutions, and other stakeholders
  to support outreach and experimental learning.
• Contribute
  to curriculum development, review, and delivery of short courses and
  technical trainings.

b. Research and Consultancy Support

• Support
  the design and implementation of research and consultancy projects.
• Prepare
  research materials, samples, equipment, and laboratory procedures.
• Assist
  with nutrition assessments, dietary surveys, food analysis, food product
  development, and livelihood assessments.
• Participate
  in data collection, statistical analysis, database management, and report
  writing.
• Maintain
  accurate research records and support student research projects.

c. Laboratory, Equipment and Inventory Management

• Operate,
  maintain, calibrate, clean, and troubleshoot laboratory, food processing,
  and anthropometric equipment.
• Conduct
  routine equipment inspections and report faults promptly.
• Maintain
  inventories of laboratory equipment, chemicals, ingredients, consumables,
  and supplies.
• Ensure
  proper storage, handling, and disposal of laboratory materials.
• Initiate
  procurement requests and assist in budgeting for laboratory and outreach
  activities.

d. Quality Assurance, Food Safety and Compliance

• Implement
  and monitor quality control procedures for laboratory and practical
  activities.
• Ensure
  compliance with institutional, ethical, and professional standards.
• Conduct
  routine laboratory safety inspections and promote occupational health and
  food safety practices.
• Maintain
  accurate documentation and reporting of technical activities and
  experimental records.

e. Other Responsibilities

• Participate
  in departmental committees, workshops, and professional development
  activities.
• Collaborate
  with internal and external stakeholders to enhance student learning and
  industry engagement.
• Maintain
  confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity in all assigned duties.
• Perform
  any other duties assigned by the Head of Department or authorized
  University officials.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

Applicants should possess:

• A
  Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Nutrition and Food Science PLUS a Diploma in
  Food, Nutrition & Livelihood Security or a closely related field from
  accredited university with at least a Credit.
• A
  minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in a technical,
  laboratory, academic, or research support role preferably in a university,
  research institution, or related organization.
• Practical
  experience in supporting laboratory teaching, student practical training,
  and community outreach programmes.
• Competence
  in nutritional status assessment, dietary assessment, food processing and
  preservation, food product development, food and nutrient analysis, and
  food security and livelihood assessment.
• Ability
  to operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory, food
  processing, and anthropometric equipment.
• Experience
  in conducting experiments, managing laboratory records, quality assurance,
  and data management.
• Knowledge
  of statistical and data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R, or similar) will
  be an added advantage.
• Excellent
  communication, interpersonal, organizational, and teamwork skills with a
  high level of integrity and attention to detail.

TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT

The successful candidate will be engaged on an initial
two-year contract before they can be considered for permanent appointment based
on satisfactory performance. Remuneration will be in line with LUANAR Staff
Regulations and Conditions of Service (2023).

MODE OF APPLICATION

Hard copy application package should include an up-to-date
Curriculum Vitae (CV), names and contact details of three traceable referees
one of which should be current employer where applicable plus copies of
academic and professional qualifications. The title of the position must be
indicated on the envelope and sent to:

The University Registrar
Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR)
P.O. Box 219
LILONGWE

To reach him not later than Wednesday, 2nd
September, 2026.

Only shortlisted applicants will be communicated.

LUANAR is an equal opportunity employer hence females are
encouraged to apply.