- HEALTH VOLUNTEER JOURNALISTS
- Patient & Community Welfare Foundation of Malawi (PAWEM)
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- HEALTH VOLUNTEER JOURNALISTS
- Patient & Community Welfare Foundation of Malawi (PAWEM)
- Chitipa + 17 more districts
- Full time
- Closed
- Free
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- Job Description
- Organization: Patient & Community Welfare Foundation of Malawi (PAWEM)
Location: Machinga, Thyolo, Chikwawa, Chitipa, Dedza, Dowa, Mwanza, Neno, Phalombe, Salima, Karonga, Likoma, Nsanje, Mzimba South, Rumphi, Nkhotakota, Ntcheu, Ntchisi
- Employment Type: Volunteer
- Application Deadline: 21st July 2026
- About PAWEM
The Patient & Community Welfare Foundation of Malawi (PAWEM) is a community-focused civil society organization committed to advancing patient rights, strengthening health system accountability, and amplifying the voices of vulnerable communities across all 28 districts in Malawi.
PAWEM believes that communities are not merely recipients of health services but are active rights holders who must be empowered to monitor, document, and advocate for the services they deserve.
As Malawi’s lead implementing organization for the Community Health Rights Watch Initiative (CHRWI), PAWEM brings together community structures, civil society networks, government partners, and development partners in a unified national effort.
The initiative will establish a network of Health Volunteer Journalists who will work closely with communities to identify, document, and report health rights concerns. Through community dialogues, health rights committees, and digital reporting systems, citizens will have a stronger voice in protecting healthcare services and ensuring essential medicines reach the people who need them most.
- Available Position
- Health Volunteer Journalist
- Key Responsibilities
Identify, document, and report health rights concerns within communities.
Write and disseminate human-interest stories and reports on health system accountability issues.
Support community whistleblowers by documenting suspected drug theft, diversion of medicines, corruption, discrimination, or other abuses within the health system.
Participate in community dialogues and health rights committees.
Use digital reporting systems to submit verified reports to PAWEM.
- Requirements
- Eligibility Requirements
- Education
Diploma/Certificate in Journalism, Media Studies, or Mass Communication.
- Residency
Must be a resident of the district where you are applying to work.
- Equipment
Must possess an Android smartphone capable of taking photos, recording videos, and accessing the internet.
- Values & Commitment
Demonstrate passion for social justice, patient rights, and health equity.
Be committed to advocating for patient rights and health system accountability.
Willingness to work within communities and serve vulnerable populations.