VACANCY - UDSM

UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM

The University of Dar es Salaam invites applications from suitably qualified Tanzanians to be considered for immediate employment to fill the following vacant posts:

1.                  (a) Job Title:    Security Guard II (6 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

Form IV certificate with passes in English, Kiswahili, History or Civics plus National Service Training and/or People's Militia Training Phase II and/or any other form of military training. The candidate must be vetted by the police.

(c)       Main Duties:

 This is a training grade for regular security work under close supervision

 Assists in the daily routine beats around the campus so as to maintain peace and order

·    To guard the property of the University.

·    Performs any other duties assigned from time to time by one’s reporting officer.

3.                  (a) Job Title:    Office Attendant (8 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

Holder of Form Four School Certificate

(c)       Main Duties:

After receiving appropriate orientation an Attendant will be assigned duties as per specific requirements of the area of deployment.

3.                  (a) Job Title: Assistant Accountant I (1 post)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holder of B.Com/Professional Level II or its equivalent.

·       At least four (4) years’ experience serving  as Assistant Accountant I

(c)       Main Duties:

·       Performs variety of accounting tasks including receiving and paying out cash and cheques.

·       Maintaining fuel and accurate accounts records

·       Preparing trial balances

·       Checking the correctness of claims and retirements ensuring that they are supported by appropriate authority/evidences

·       Custodian of accountable documents

·      Performs any other duties assigned from time to time by one’s reporting officer.

5.                  (a) Job Title:  Office Management Secretary I (7 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Form IV certificate with credit passes in Kiswahili and English, plus a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from a recognized Institution. Possession of a Form VI certificate with passes in English and Kiswahili will be an added advantage.

·       Applicants must have advanced training in modern office technology including computer application with office administration.

·       At least Four (4) years working experience serving as Office Management Secretary in a reputable organization.

(c)                Main Duties:

·       Types confidential matters

·       Works with heads of Sections, Units and Departments

·       Co-ordinates all office needs and requirements

·       Receives and distributes letters to respective officials

·       Receives and directs visitors

·       Receives telephone calls and take messages

·       Handles travel arrangement on duty for senior officers and other members of the unit/department

·       Ensures expedient, accurate and clean execution of duties

·       Ensures that copies of letters are filed in relevant files

·       Ensures cleanliness of the office(s) she/he works and those of the officers he/she works with

·       Takes proper care of facilities and equipment under his/her charge

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time.

5.        (a)        Job Title:  Transcriber   II (1 post)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holders of a University degree in Special Education

·       At least four (4) years of working experience, serving as Transcriber II.

(d)             Main Duties:

·       Transcribes longer passages, textbooks, poems, and poetry.

·       Maintains machines.

·       Reads/Records live to students.

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time.

6.	(a)	Job Title:  Accounts Assistant		(3 posts)
	(b)	Qualifications and Experience
		Applicants   should   possess   the   following   academic   and   professional
		qualifications.
		   Holder of an Ordinary Diploma in Accounting/ ATEC II/NABOCE
			At   least   four   (4)   years   working   experience   serving   as   Accounts
			Assistant.
	(c)	Main Duties:
		   Preparing of journal voucher/batches for various activities
		   Receives and keeps in proper custody all incoming bills and claims
		   Maintains primary books of accounts
			Prepares payment requisitions
		   Performs  any  other  duties  that  may  be  assigned  to  her/him  from
			time to time
7.	(a)	Job Title:  Principal Technician		(2 posts)
		Departments: Chemistry (1 post)
			CoET Training Workshop – Bench (1 post)
	(b)	Qualifications and Experience
		Applicants   should   possess   the   following   academic   and   professional
		qualifications.
		   Holder of a Diploma in relevant field.
		   A  minimum  of  eight  (8)  years  of  working  experience,  four  years  of
			which   must    be   at    senior   technician    position   in   a   reputable
			Institution.
		   Possession  of  an  Advanced  Diploma  in  a  relevant  field  will  be  an
			added advantage.

(c)              Main Duties:

·       Conducts routine repairs and regular maintenance of equipment in the respective laboratory/workshop

·       Assists in students projects and practical research and consultancy work under close supervision of laboratory engineers/scientists and academic staff

·       Supervises and orients junior technicians and artisans

·       Carries out, independently, specified routine technical tasks which require a higher degree of technical knowledge and skills.

·       Implements specified maintenance plans for laboratory facilities

·       Implements specified technical plans and designs connected with research, students' practical and consultancy work

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time

8.        (a)        Job Title:  Principal Administrative Officer I    (4 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Possession of Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Law or any other relevant field.

·       A minimum of ten (10) years of working experience, five years of which must be at high managerial position in a reputable Institution.

(d)             Main Duties:

·      Assists and advises management in the development and modification of basic personnel policies and procedures;

·      Monitors decentralized personnel and administrative activities to Departments to ensure compliance with approved policies and procedures;

·      Monitors personnel action such as performance appraisals, promotion, merit increases, internal transfers and termination of services and provides advice and other assistance as required to achieve equitable treatment of employees and consistency in the application of the University's Personnel Policies;

·      Maintains constant review and appraisal of the current policies and procedures and cognizance of good practice elsewhere and initiates and conducts studies to develop improved plans, policies and procedures and to resolve problems;

·      Participates directly in critical staffing, compensation and other personnel action as required;

·      Provides direction to the personnel function in Colleges/ Schools/Institutes/Departments and other Units of the University;

·      Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time.

9.	(a)	Job Title:  Chief Laboratory Technician	(1 post)
		Department: University Health Centre

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holder of a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

·       Possession of an Advanced Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology will be an added advantage.

·       A minimum of ten (10) years of working experience, five years of which must be at senior position in a reputable Institution.

(d)             Main Duties:

·      Collecting specimen (arterial puncture, capillary punctures and veno-punctures) as appropriate for the patient requiring the procedure.

·      Performs various laboratory tests (haematology, immune-haematology, immunology, bacteriology, microscopy, routine chemistry, therapeutic drug monitoring) according to established laboratory protocols and procedures.

·      Calibrates, standardizes and maintains instruments following established procedures.

·      Supervising laboratory Assistant.

·      Record keeping and preparing report.

·      Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time.

10.              (a) Job Title:  Principal Artisan I –  (2 posts)

Department: Estates – Carpentry (1 post)

CoET – Plumber (1 post)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holder of Form IV certificate plus Trade Test Grade I in relevant field.

·       A minimum of ten (10) years of working experience, five years of which must be at senior position in a reputable Institution.

(d)             Main Duties:

·       Performs with minimum supervision – large technical jobs requiring high levels of skills/craftsmanship.

·       Maintains, overhauls, and installs relatively sophisticated equipment.

·       Assists the Foreman in planning and supervising of routine (sectional) works.

 Supervises and co-ordinates activities of Artisans as may be directed by senior technical staff

·       Conducts on the job training of junior artisans.

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time

11.      (a)        Job Title:  Principal Internal Auditor I    (2 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holder of a University Degree in Accountancy or Advanced Diploma in Accountancy Possession of full professional qualification i.e. CPA (T), ACCA, ACA, ICMA .and must be registered with NBAA.

·       A minimum of eight (8) years of working experience, four years of which must be at senior position in a reputable Institution.

(d)             Main Duties:

·       Drafts audit reports for executed audit programmes, scrutinizes and advises the Department members on the recommendations by External Auditors,

·       Follows-up on previous internal audit observations.

·       Organises and supervises staff executing audit programmes as well as reviewing operation procedures and controls.

·       Supervises staff auditing expenditure, revenue, salaries and student accounts.

·       Assists in review of measures for safeguarding assets and inventories.

·       Supervises staff auditing expenditure, revenue, salaries and student accounts.

·       Assists in review of measures for safeguarding assets and inventories.

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time.

12.      (a)        Job Title:  Driver II    (4 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       The candidate must have successfully completed Form IV Secondary Education with passes in Kiswahili and English. He/she must have a valid Class C Driving License and working experience of not less than four years. Possession of Trade Test Grade II from NIT or VETA will be an added advantage.

(c)              Main Duties:

·       Drives  institutional vehicles

·       Maintains logbooks

·       Responsible for safe-keeping of the vehicle and tools entrusted to him/her

·       Maintains disciplined behaviour and proper conduct in rendering services to his/her assignees.

·       Maintains cleanliness of the vehicle and tools

·       Reports promptly any defect or problems detected in the vehicle

·       Performs messengerial duties such as dispatching documents/letters collecting mail, photocopying of documents

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time.

13.      (a)        Job Title:  Auxiliary Police    (1 post)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holder of a Form IV certificate who has obtained a certificate from Moshi Police Training School and at least four years relevant working experience.

(d)             Main Duties:

·       Guards sensitive areas where security is highly required

·       Responsible for reporting occurrences in his/her area and other matters relating to security to his/her supervisors.

·       Takes preventive measures against possible theft and insecurity

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time.

14.      (a)        Job Title:  Library Officer II    (4 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       First Degree in Library Studies

·       At least two years working experience in similar position.

(d)             Main Duties:

·       Carries out routine professional duties,

·       Processes added copies and continuations

·       Maintains public and staff catalogues

·       Ensures proper shelves of books and periodicals

·       Copies catalogues with CIP data

·       Handles inter library loans-gifts and exchanges

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time

15.      (a)        Job Title:  Library Assistant II    (2 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Form IV certificate plus a Certificate in Library Studies.

(d)             Main Duties:

·       Performs  more  routine  and  clerical  duties  e.g.  handling  of  simple

enquiries from	readers,	bibliographical	searching,	collection	of
Library statistics etc. as determined by one’s reporting officer.

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time

16.	(a)	Job Title:  Artisan I – Electrical	(1 post)
		Institute of Marine Sciences – Zanzibar

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

   Holder  of  Form  IV  certificate            plus  Trade  Test  Grade  I  and  a

relevant   working   experience   of   at   least   four   years   in   a   similar

position.

(c)              Main Duties:

·       Performs more challenging craft jobs under close supervision.

·       Performs routine technical cleaning of the work environment,

·       Collects and takes care of tools and equipment.

·       Carries-out minor repairs and maintenance and reports all other problems to superiors.

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time.

17.      (a)        Job Title:  Nursing Officer III    (2 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holder of Form IV/VI certificate plus a Diploma in Nursing with at least four years relevant working experience in a similar position

(c)              Main Duties:

·       Understands and solves problems of patients in line with nursing ethics and general nursing services

·       Supervises Nursing Assistants and Trained Nurses/Midwives

·       Orders drugs from the Health Centre/Hospital stores

·       Looks after D.D.A. Box

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time.

18.      (a)        Job Title:  System Administrator II    (1 post)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holders of B.Sc. in Computer Science, Information Systems, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Electronics; or BSc in relevant computer studies.

(c)                Main Duties:

·       Advises/assists computer users

·       Assists in managing server operating systems

·       Assists in managing and maintaining networks

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time

19.	(a)	Job Title:  Chief Workshop Instructor – Welding, Forging &
		Casting	(1 post)
		Department: Training Workshops – CoET
	(b)	Qualifications and Experience
		Applicants   should   possess   the   following   academic   and   professional
		qualifications.
		   Holders of MSc. Engineering or equivalent from a recognised
		institution and at least ten (10) years related working experience in
		workshop instruction in a similar position in related or allied
		institution.
	(c)	Main Duties:
		   Instructs undergraduate students in the College Workshop.
		   Plans and carries out consultancy and service jobs.
		   Designs and constructs research equipment.
		   Trains on the job, junior instructors.
		   Carries  out  any  other  duties  requiring  high  degree  of  competence
		and technological expertise.
		   Performs  any  other  duties  that  may  be  assigned  to  her/him  from
		time to time.

20.       (a)       Job Title:  Editor II    (2 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Possession of at least an Upper Second University degree or equivalent in relevant fields.

(c)                Main Duties:

·       Assessing and evaluating manuscripts

·       Gathering, recording, analysing and compiling data for making feasibility studies and evaluating the viability of proposed projects for publication.

·      Translating specified works

·      Communicating with authors and book dealers especially on job enquiries.

·      Preparing manuscripts and follows closely the designers' layouts.

·      Carrying out and edits assignments

·      Checking proof corrections before returning proofs to printers

·      Filling in Editor's checklist for the designer's action

·      Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time

21.      (a)        Job Title: Chief Public Relations Officer   (1 post)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holders of a Master Degree in Mass Communication/ Journalism from a recognised University and a relevant working experience of at least ten (10) years in a similar position.

(c)                Main Duties:

·       Heads the University Public Relations Department

·       In-Charge of all external and internal communications e.g. press releases

22.      (a)        Job Title:  Administrative Assistant II   (3 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Form IV certificate with credit passes in Kiswahili and English, plus a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from a recognized Institution. Possession of a form VI certificate with principal passes in English and Kiswahili will be an added advantage.

 

 Applicants must have advanced training in modern office technology including computer application with office administration.

 At least (10) years working experience in secretarial duties four years of which must be at the position of Administrative Assistant in a reputable Institution.

(c)                Main Duties:

·      Provides assistance to top executives of the University

·      Undertakes routine correspondence with prior approval of one’s reporting officer.

·      Deals with confidential matters in the office of the executives

·      Arranges meetings and appointment schedules for the senior executives.

·      Assists in drafting and proof-reading speeches and write-ups for the executives

·      Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time

23.	(a)	Job Title:  Laboratory Assistant II	(2 posts)
		Department: Chemistry

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holder of Form IV certificate plus Trade Test Grade I in a relevant field with a relevant working experience of at least four years in a similar position.

(c)                Main Duties:

·      Performs more challenging laboratory jobs under close

·      Supervises of a qualified technician.

·      Performs routine cleanliness of the laboratory.

·      Collects and takes care of equipment involved in teaching.

·      Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time

24.              (a) Job Title:  Telephone Operator II (1 post)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holder of Form Four Certificate with credit passes in English, and Swahili and a relevant working experience of at least two years in a similar position. Possession of form VI certificate with passes in English and Kiswahili will be an added advantage.

(c)       Main Duties:

 Answers calling signals from subscribers within and distant exchanges

·       Connects calls within the exchange area and outside and raises appropriate charges where required

·       Makes bookings for international exchange and prepares necessary records and report to his/her Supervisor

·      Performs any other duties that may be assigned to her/him from time to time

26.              (a) Job Title: Senior Administrative Officer III (2 posts)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·      Holder of a University degree in Public Administration, Management, Sociology, Human Resource Management, Law or any other relevant field with at least four years’ experience as a senior Administrative/Human Resource Officer.

·      Possession of relevant Master’s Degree will be an added advantage

(c)       Main Duties:

·       Carries out preliminary screening and testing of job applicants as the case may be and recommends promising applicants to management.

·       Compiles statistical personnel data on routine or special sources of information.

·       Checks on respective dates of confirmation of unconfirmed employees and advises heads of departments accordingly.

·       Compiles manpower planning data, i.e. up-to-date manpower inventory, staff list, etc.

·       Performs any other duties assigned from time to time by one’s reporting officer.

27.              (a) Job Title: Chief Laboratory Scientist (1 post)

Department: Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·      Holder of relevant Master’s degree. 

·       A minimum of ten (10) years of working experience, five years of which must be at senior position in a reputable Institution.

(d)               Main Duties:

·       Is responsible for all laboratory support activities for research, teaching and consultancy which require high level of technical knowledge and quality.

·       Develops/modifies students experiments in consultation with academic members of staff

·       Liaises with academic and administrative staff on matters related to the respective laboratory

·       Is responsible for plans and implementation and maintenance programmes for all facilities in one’s laboratory

·       Participates in the development and organization of training programmes for junior technical staff in the respective laboratory

·       Is responsible for the on-the-job training of technicians and artisans

·       Advises on the planning and procurement of laboratory facilities

·       Participates in high level consultancy and service jobs.

·       Performs any other duties assigned from time to time by one’s reporting officer.

27.              (a) Job Title: Office Supervisor III (1 post)

(b) Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Form VI certificate with two passes in Arts subjects and must have a credit pass in English at “O” Level plus a Diploma in records management.

·       A minimum of four (4) years of working experience serving as an Office Supervisor in a reputable organization

(c)       Main Duties:

·       Arranges office accommodation and is responsible for acquisition and supply of office equipment and stationery.

·       Prepares staff list for all staff.

·       Assists Senior Manpower and Administrative Officers in maintaining consolidated personnel records.

·       Maintains register for new appointments, resignations, dismissals, terminations and deaths.

·       Performs any other duties which may be assigned by one’s reporting officer.

·       Performs any other duties assigned from time to time by one’s reporting officer.

 

28.	(a)	Job Title: Chief Technician (4 posts)
		Department: Botany (1 post)
		Chemistry (2 posts)
		CoET – Electrical (1 post)
	(b)	Qualifications and Experience
		Applicants   should   possess   the   following   academic   and   professional
		qualifications.
		   Holder of a Diploma in relevant field.
		   A  minimum  of  ten  (10)  years  of  working  experience,  five  years  of
		which must be at senior position in a reputable Institution.
		   Possession  of  an  Advanced  Diploma  in  a  relevant  field  will  be  an
		added advantage
	(c)	Main Duties:
		   Liaises    with    academic    and    administrative    staff    on    matters
		pertaining  to  smooth  operation  of  students  practical,  research  and
		consultancy activities in the respective Laboratory

·      Is responsible for purchasing and control of Laboratory materials

·      Advises on laboratory practical, research and consultancy related to the respective laboratory

·      Is responsible for the proper planning and implementation of all facilities in the respective laboratory

·       Performs any other duties assigned from time to time by one’s reporting officer.

30.              (a) Job Title: Waiter II (1 post)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       National Form IV Certificate. Working experience of at least four years in a reputable restaurant/hotel or such other food dispensing establishment would be an added advantage.

(c)       Main Duties:

·       Prepares tables for meals

·       Oversees general cleanliness of the Research Flats/Foreign Students’ hostel and surrounding areas.

·       Performs any other duties as he/she may be assigned by his/her Supervisor.

 

30.              (a) Job Title: Janitor II (1 post)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

 Diploma in Education or Home Economics or equivalent qualification preferably with past experience in related field.

(c)       Main Duties:

·       Assists in supervising hall attendants.

·       Assists in enforcing students’ rules and regulations.

·       Assists in keeping  and maintaining  proper residence records

·       Assists in ensuring security in and around halls of residence.

·       Performs any other duties as he/she may be assigned by his/her Supervisor.

32.              (a) Job Title:  Accountant II (1 post)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·       Holder of a CPA/ACCA plus B.Com. (Accounting)/ADA. Applicant must have been registered as an Approved/Authorized Accountant with N.B.A.A.

·       At least four years’ experience serving as  Accountant

(c)                Main Duties:

·       Preparing monthly trial balances and Bank reconciliation Statements

·       Maintaining debtors and creditors

·       Prepares financial statements

·       Checks accuracy of payment vouchers

·       Performs any other duties that may be assigned to him/her from time to time.

33.              (a) Job Title:   Optometrist I – (1 post)

(b)               Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following academic and professional qualifications.

·      Holder of a Diploma in Optometry (Ophthalmic Optician) from a recognized institution.

·      At least four years of relevant working experience in a similar position.

(c)                Main Duties:

·      Conducts visual analysis.

·      Gives optical prescriptions.

·      Maintains optical aids.

·      Educates on primary eye care.

·      Treats minor eye ailments.

·      Supervises optical workshop.

·      Performs any other duties as assigned by one’s reporting officer.

TERMS OF SERVICE

Permanent and pensionable

REMUNERATION

Attractive package will be offered to the right candidate commensurate with his/her qualifications and experience.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates should apply in confidence to the undersigned enclosing

(i)    Detailed CV

(ii)     Photocopy of relevant certificates and transcripts

(iii)     Names and addresses of two referees

(iv)     Mode of communication e.g. telephone, fax, email, etc.

NOTE:

(i) Candidates should indicate the permit reference number i.e. (BC.10/87/01/E/73) in their letters.

(ii)   For the positions of Technicians, Artisans and Workshop Instructors, candidates should indicate the Sections and Departments to which they apply.

(iii)             Applicants for all positions should be below 45 years.

Interested applicants should submit their applications to the:

Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration)

University of Dar es Salaam

P.O. Box 35091

DAR ES SALAAM.

DEADLINE

Two weeks from the date of first appearance of this advertisement.

14 January 2013

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