Jobs at THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA PRESIDENT’S OFFICE PUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIAT

THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA

PRESIDENT’S OFFICE

PUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIAT

Ref.No.EA.7/96/01/130

Ajira Mpya Serekalini 2017

26th May, 2017

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Secretary, Public Service Recruitment Secretariat, on behalf of The Center for Foreign Relations Tanzania, invites
qualified Tanzanians to fill one (1) vacant post.

1.0 BACKGROUND
The Mozambique-Tanzania Centre for Foreign Relations (CFR) is one of the higher learning institutions in Tanzania. The Centre was established in 1978 following an agreement between the Governments of the Republic of Mozambique and the United Republic of Tanzania. The Centre enjoys a Diplomatic status incorporated in Immunities and Privileges Act N0. 5 of (1986). This incorporation conferred the Centre with the status of a Diplomatic Institution, a status which the Centre continues to enjoy to date.

The Centre was originally designed to train Foreign Service Officers of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the two countries, in the field of International Relations and Diplomacy. However, the expansion of foreign policy constituency and the demand for each country rising out of global changes enabled the Centre to admit students from other ministries, government institutions, the private sector as well as from other countries.

1.1 VISION
To become a Regional Centre of Excellence, a highly demanded Think Tank in International Relations, Diplomatic and Strategic Studies.

1.2 MISION
The pursuit of scholarly and strategic teaching, research, policy advocacy and outreach services in International Relations and Diplomatic Studies - targeted at strategic national and regional needs.

2.0 POST: THE DIRECTOR OF THE CENTRE
 Reports to : Governing Council
 Supervises : Deputy Directors (Planning, Finance and Administration and Head of Internal Audit)

2.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 Maintain and promote the efficient, effective and good governance of the Centre;
 The Accounting Officer and Chief Spokesperson of the Centre;
 Principal Academic and Administrative Officer of the Centre;
 Secretary of the Governing Council;
 Implement decisions of the Governing Council;
 Enforce Laws and Regulations passed by the Governing Council;
 Formulate and implement policies to enhance the academic excellence of the Centre;
 Promote good relations with the Government and other Stakeholders;
 Facilitate and promote efficient academic activities related to training, research, publications and consultancy; and
 Spearhead the continuous development and review of the mission, objectives and policies of the Centre.

3.0 QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES
 Holder of Doctorate Degree in relevant fields with an excellent scholarship profile with respect to teaching, research and consultancy services to the public.
 Holder of outstanding academic and administrative experiences of at least eleven (11) years in a reputable institution and capability in the area of technical education training.
 He/ She should possess the ability to develop and lead an effective management team.

4.0 GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contacts, postal address/post code, e-mail and telephone numbers,
ii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
iii. Applicants must attach their certified copies of academic certificates;
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates,
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts,
- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates,
- Computer Certificate,
- Professional certificates from relevant authorities,
iv. Form VI and form VI results slips are strictly not accepted,
v. Testimonials and all Partial transcripts will not be accepted,
vi. Presentation of forged certificates and other information will necessitate to legal action,
vii. Applicants employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers,
viii. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply,
ix. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts,
x. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for Ordinary or Advanced level education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA) and National Council for Technical Education (NACTE)
xi. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU),
xii. The attachments shall include one recent passport size photos; certified copies of academic certificates, transcripts and the applicant’s birth certificate.
Deadline for application is 9th June, 2017
xiii. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate,
xiv. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview,
xv. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English and must be signed by an applicant.
xvi. Age should not be above 45 years old except for those who are in Public Service.

All applications must be sent through Recruitment Portal by using the following address;http://portal.ajira.go.tz/ (This address can also be found at PSRS Website, Click ‘Recruitment Portal’)

NOTE: APPLICATION LETTER MUST BE ATTACHED DURING APPLICATION SUBMISSION.
APPLICATION LETTER SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:

THE SECRETARY,
PRESIDENT’S OFFICE, PUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIAT,
MAKTABA COMPLEX,
27 BIBI TITI MOHAMED ROAD,
P.O.BOX 63100,
11102 DAR ES SALAAM

SECRETARY

PUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIAT

Source: Public Service Recruitment Secretariat Official Website

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