Monday, June 8, 2015

Mhasibu Msaidizi Chuo Cha Madini Mafuta na Gesi Shinyanga

Application Deadline: 03 Jul 2015
Mhasibu Msaidizi POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Tunamhitaji mhasibu msaidizi mwenye sifa zifuatazo
Ana cheti au diploma ya uhasibu
Anajua kompyuta hasa Excel na Database
Anajua QuickBooks
Mrahisi wa kujifunza
Anapenda kazi ya uhasibu
Anauwezo wa kufanya kazi kwenye shinikizo na muda mrefu
Uwezo wa kumaliza kazi kwa muda uliopangwa
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Tuma barua ya maombi na CV yako kwa
Mkuu wa Chuo
Chuo cha Madini Shinyanga
SLP 1016, Shinyanga

Mtunza Kumbukumbu Msaidizi Chuo Cha Madini Mafuta na Gesi Shinyanga

    Application Deadline: 03 Jul 2015
     
    Mtunza Kumbukumbu Msaidizi POSITION DESCRIPTION: 1. Nafasi: Mtunza Kumbukumbu Msaidizi
    2. Idara: Utawala
    3. Kuripoti: Afisa Tawala

    Sifa:
    1. Checti au diploma katika elimu ya kutunza kumbukumbu au inayofanana na hiyo
    2. Ajue dhana ya utunzaji wa kumbukumbu
    3. Ajue kuwasiliana vizuri
    4. Awe na ufahamu wa kompyuta na hasa database
    5. Awe na rekodi nzuri ya kutunza siri kwa taarifa za kiofisi
    6. Awe na uwezo wa kufanya kazi nyingi peke yake na kwa muda uliotakiwa
    7. Awe na uwezo wa kufanya kazi masaa mengi
    8. Ajue kuwahudumia wateja
    9. Mtu anayependa kazi yake, kujiendeleza zaidi kupitia kusoma vitabu na masomo ya darasani

    Kazi zake
    1. Kutunza kumbukumbu za chuo
    2. Atahakikisha kuwa kumbukumbu zote zimekusanywa, zimefanyiwa kazi, zimehifadhiwa na kulindwa
    3. Kutunza, kulinda na kudumisha usiri wa taarifa za chuo kulingana na sera za Utunzaji wa Kumbukumbu na Utoaji wa taarifa za chuo kwenye uma.
    4. Kuwezesha wadau kupata mafaili yaliyotunzwa kwa kufuata itifaki husika.
    5. Kuanzisha, kufanya upya na kusimamia utunzaji wa kumbukumbu katika kituo kimoja.
    6. Kuanzisha na kusimamia mfumo wa kufuatilia mafaili
    7. Kutunza na Kusimamia rikodi zote ikiwa ni pamoja na barua, emails na kuziingiza na kuzitoa kwa mfumo mzuri.
    8. Atasaidia kuwafundisha watumiaji wa ndani juu ya utunzaji salama wa kumbukumbu na mifumo yake.
    9. Atasaidi katika kubuni, kutekeleza na kuhakiki sera za utunzaji wa kumbukumbu za chuo ili ziendane na sera za nchizinazohusiana na taarifa.
    10. Ataandaa na kutuma kwa msimamizi wake ripoti za utunzaji wa kumbukumbu kwa wiki na mwezi
    11. Atafanya kazi zingine kama atakavyoagizwa na msimamizi wake
     
    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Tuma barua yako ya maombi na CV kwa:
    Mkuu wa Chuo
    Chuo cha Madini Shinyanga
    Ndala, Shinyanga: Plot No. 91, Block HH
    SLP 1016, Shinyanga

Tanzania Government Relations Analyst at One Acre Fund

Application Deadline: 31 Dec 2015
Tanzania Government Relations Analyst POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Wanted
Government relations analyst to lead our government relations work in Dar es Salaam and grow the scope of our government relations.

Job Location
Dar es Salaam with regular travel to Iringa and Mbeya.

Duration
Minimum 2 years commitment, full-time job.

Organization Description
Most of the world's poor are farmers, representing the largest and most uniform group of poor people in the world. One Acre Fund is a growing NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, and Tanzania that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential. Instead of giving handouts, One Acre Fund invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income. We provide farmers with a "market bundle" that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access. Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure 50-100% average gain in farm income per acre. We have laser-like focus on generating better lives for the people that we serve.

Job Description

This person will lead One Acre Fund's government relations and policy work in Dar and help grow the scope of our local government relations:

-National relationship management: The analyst will be responsible for maintaining existing government and policy relationships, making new contacts at the national level, and assessing future sectors of importance to One Acre Fund’s. They will host national-level officials for visits to our field operations and deliver high quality communications.
-Regulatory compliance: One Acre Fund requires multiple licenses and permits in order to conduct its work, and the analyst will own relationships with all key regulators. In several instances regulators require periodic reports which the analyst will coordinate. Further, the analyst will regularly assess operational plans and make recommendations on current and future compliance with laws and regulations.
-Anticipating risks to Tanzania field operations: The analyst will assess risks or changes in the operating environment that could negatively affect One Acre Fund's trials and field work and advise field leadership on strategic decisions.
-Local government relationships: The analyst will manage the work of our local government officers to maintain positive relationships at district and regional levels and help grow the team’s scope of work through strategic advice on local government relations work plans.
-Country-level and regional policy agenda research: The analyst will conduct research to support the creation of a well-informed policy agenda for our organisation in Tanzania and East Africa.
-Dar focal point: The analyst will oversee the setting up and management of a small office in Dar, acting as a resource for field-based colleagues.

Career Growth and Development

One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship and through regular management consulting-style career reviews. We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about. Because of our rapid growth, we constantly have new high-level roles opening up and opportunities in many functions. This results in fast career growth for our staff.

Qualifications
We are seeking an exceptional Tanzanian professional with 2+ years of work experience, top international qualifications, and a demonstrated long-term career interest in international development. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:

-Strong work experiences: Examples include a high-level professional work experience, or a successful entrepreneurial experience (e.g. starting a field program, leading a conference, starting a business etc.).
-Relationship-building and communications skills: We are looking for someone who is able to strike an appropriate balance between humility and confidence, speak intelligently about our program, and systematically manage relationships.
-Experience working with the public sector: This might include government institutions, research bodies or other public bodies with a focus on agriculture and rural development in Africa.
-Experience and interest in international development work: Ideally a minimum of one full year in a field-based role in East Africa.
-Top-performing undergraduate background: Please include GPA/School Marks or test scores in your resume
-Ability to operate autonomously and be a self-starter: A highly organised and disciplined, solution-oriented and creative individual is required as this role mostly involves remote working.
-Languages: Fluent in English and Swahili.

Preferred Start Date: Flexible

Compensation: Starts modest. However, this is a career-track role with fast raises for performance, paying a meaningful salary for long-term placement in developing nations.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please apply via the website

Deputy Vice Chancellor – Academic at Mzumbe University

Application Deadline: 18 Jun 2015
Deputy Vice Chancellor – Academic POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Mzumbe University is a fully accredited Public University established under 2007 Charter. The University is seeking to recruit a qualified person to fill the following vacant position'-

DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR- ACADEMIC
(i) Qualifications:
The applicant should hold a PhD from accredited University and have attained a status of Professor or
Associate Professor and should have outstanding academic and administrative experience at a Senior
Management level in a higher education institution. -

(ii) Duties
(i) Deputize for the Vice Chancellor during the Vice Chancellor's absence from Office;
(ii) Be the Principal assistant and chief advisor to the Vice-Chancellor on all academic matters of the University.
(iii) Endeavor to promote academic excellence by ensuring appropriate quality control mechanism are in place and human capital is adequately deployed;
(iv) Make or cause to be made continuous review of the academic programmes to ensure their relevance and responsiveness to the market demands.

(iii) Tenure of Office:
Hold office for a term of Four years and may be reappointed consecutively for one further term of four
years on merit.

(iv) AGE
Applicants should not be above 55 years

(iv) Salary
PUTS 6 plus 20%, a free fully furnished house, full time transport and other benefits' as provided for in
the Treasury circulars released from time to time and the Mzumbe University Council.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applications accompanied with most recent Curriculum Vitae and copies of formal academic qualifications should be addressed to:-
The Chairman of Search Committee,
Mzumbe University,
P.O. Box 1, MZUMB

Procurement Manager at Mwananchi Communications Limited;

Application Deadline: 13 Jun 2015
Procurement Manager POSITION DESCRIPTION:
From Mwananchi,28th May

Mwananchi Communications Limited; Publishers of the leading Tanzania newspapers, Mwananchi, The Citizen and Mwanaspoti and an employer of choice, is looking for a self-motivated and highly experienced

Procurement Manager

Job Purpose

To plan and procure optimal quality goods and services timely and cost effectively as per approved budgets and in line with company policies and guidelines.

Main Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key result
areas:
Prepare annual procurement plan and monitor its execution in close
liaison with customers.
Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers.
Manage supplier relationship and performance to ensure KPIs on all
SLAs are delivered.
Inventory management as per best business practice
Manage the entire sourcing process from IPR to delivery as per policy,
updating customers appropriately.
Manage Inbound logistics

Coordinate purchases for major expenditure through tender board.
Ensures timely delivery of goods and services as per specifications.
Contracting and contract management
Manages reverse logistics and disposals of unusable items as per
procurement policy
Effective office utilities acquisition and management.

Ensure appropriate insurance portfolio is placed with the best in the
market and as per company needs, monitor performance effectively for
minimal risks and optimal value.
Manage a team of procurement officers and collaboratively work with other functional heads.

Qualifications and Experience:

Academic - Basic University Degree
Professional - Post-graduate Diploma, or Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain.
CPSP from PSPTB
Experience: 5 years' experience, 3 of which In similar role in a reputable
organization.

Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills;
High degree of passion, integrity and honesty;
Knowledge of SAP Materials Management module will be an added advantage.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward "their applications enclosing a detailed CV and copies of professional- certificates, and a day time telephone contact by June 13, 2015 to;

Human Resources Manager,
Mwananchi Communications Ltd,
P. O. Box 19754.
Dar es Salaam.

 NB:
•Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
•MCL is an equal opportunity employer

Director of Physical Science at Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology

Application Deadline: 18 Jun 2015
Director of Physical Science POSITION DESCRIPTION:
From Daily News,4th June 2015

COSTECH began operations in 1986 and since then, it has been the principal advisory organ of the government on all matters relating to science, technology and innovation (STI). It is entrusted with the advisory role of formulating policy on science and technology and its implementation; it monitors and coordinates scientific research, technology development and transfer; acquires, stores and disseminates scientific and technological information and fosters regional and international cooperation.
From its establishment COSTECH has registered a number of milestone achievements that are documented in annual reports and reflected in the contribution of STI to the sustainable development of Tanzania. Broad achievements include establishment and review of policies related to STI, development and increased access to technologies (crop varieties, implements, drugs, conservation etc.
contribution to the National Strategy for Growth and Reduction of Poverty (NSGRP) and dissemination of STI information (media, conferences, workshops, participation in technical groups etc.). These have been made possible by the convening power of COSTECH to bring together stakeholders from all sectors (public and private) and all categories (formal and informal) to jointly discuss matters related to STI and development. COSTECH has also been able to garner larger government support in terms of funding for its activities that has built credibility in the research landscape.
The commission is implementing the rolling strategic plan of 2015/2016 - 2019/2020, also is undergoing remarkable modernization including structural changes and implementation of new and more attractive scheme of service and competitive salary structure. Due to the implementation of the strategic plan, the following positions are vacant and require to be filled as soon as possible.

Director of Physical Science

Reports to the Director General

Duties and Responsibilities:
To assist the Director General to formulate long and short- term plans and programmes for promotion and development of scientific research in the fields of Water, Industries,
Energy, Infrastructure and Geo sciences.
To prepare Operational Plan, Budget and document output 1m of the directorate;
To be assistant secretary to various R&D committees of the Commission;
To coordinate, monitor and promote scientific research in the fields of Water, Industries, and Energy, Infrastructure and Geo sciences;
To promote and coordinate cooperation in research between national and foreign research institutions
To monitor and 'keep up-to date inventory of scientific :
activities and research equipment and an up-date inventory of research scientists in national Universities and Research 11m Institutions'
To formulate and prepare research project proposals for the sake of soliciting funds from donors and other sources of funds;
To work out implementation strategies of the Science Technology and Innovation (STI) policy through R&D Advisory committees in related fields;
To organize seminars and workshops in the related fields of Water, Industries, Energy, Infrastructure and Geo Science and promote utilization of research results;
To organize regular meetings of the R&D Advisory Committees and implementation of its recommendation.
To facilitate process of call and review of proposals to for research grants applications to be submitted to the R&D Advisory committee.
To harmonize the work of the R&D Advisory Committees on, an industry and Energy in line with other R&D Advisory

Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Physica/Enqineerinq, Natural Sciences, Water, Industries, and Energy, Infrastructure and Geo sciences or equivalent qualification .
Demonstrated related work experience of at least 12 years in research ideally gained in a business environment where team work and flexibility were paramount. Must have published not less than 10 papers in recognized journals .
Deeper understanding of Industry and Innovation system in Tanzania will be an added advantage.

Salary Scale: COSS 14
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested and qualified candidates for these positions must' submit the following for consideration of the applications:-
Application letter, briefing stating why the candidate qualify for the position.
A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides clearly the applicant's work experience and other relevant information for the job.
Academic and professional certificates and awards.
Names of three referees.
Applicants are requested to indicate their telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for easy contact.
All applications must be addressed to the undersigned and must reach him v within two weeks' time after the first appearance of this advertisement in the newspaper.
Director General,
Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology,
PO Box 4302,
DAR ES SALAAM

Afisa Maendeleo Ya Jamii Msaidizi Daraja La II(X 5) Halmashauri ya Mji wa Kahama

Application Deadline: 19 Jun 2015
Afisa Maendeleo Ya Jamii Msaidizi Daraja La II(X 5) POSITION DESCRIPTION:
From Mwananchi, 28th May

Mkurugenzi wa Halmashauri ya Mji wa Kahama anatangaza nafasi Ishirini na saba (27) za kazi.
Maombi ya kujaza nafasi yoyote kati ya hizo yanakaribishwa kutoka kwa Mtanzania yeyote
mwenye sifa hizo zilizotajwa katika tangazo hili.
Nafasi zinazotangazwa ni kama ifuatavyo:-

AFISA MAENDELEO YA JAMII MSAIDIZI DARAJA LA II NAFASI TANO (5)

Mwombaji awe na sifa zifuatazo:-
Awe amehitimu kidato cha nne (IV) na, Mwenye cheti cha mafunzo katika fani ya Maendeleo ya Jamii kutoka Vyuo vya Maendeleo ya Jamii vya Buhare na Rungemba au Vyuo vingine vinavyotambuliwa na Serikali,

KAZl NA MAJUKUMU YA AFlSA MAENDELEO YA JAMII MSAlDlZI.
Kuratibu shughuli za maendeleo ya jamii katika Kijiji zikiwemo za wanawake na watoto na zikizingatia jinsia.
Kuwezesha jamii kushiriki katika kubuni, kupaga, kutekeleza,
kusimamia na kutathmini mipango najau miradi yao ya maendeleo.
Kuhamasisha na kuwezesha wananchi kupanga na kutekeleza kazi za maendeleo ambazo ni pamoja
na usafi wa mazingira, ujenzi wa nyumba bora vijijini,shule, zahanati, nk.
Kuhamasisha na kuwawezesha wananchi kupanga mbinu za kutatua vikwazo vya maendeleo hasa vya maji na nishati kwa kuwa na uvunaji wa maji ya mvua, majiko sanifu nk.
Kutoa na kuwezesha upatikanaji wa mafunzo kwa Viongozi wa
Kijiji na vikundi mbalimbali vya maendeleo Kijijini kuhusu:- Utawala
Bora, Uongozi, Ujasiriamali,mbinu shirikishi jamii nk ,
Kuwa kiungo kati ya Wanakijiji (Afisa Mtendaji wa Kata) na watumishi wengine wa Serikali katika kutekeleza shughuli za Maendeleo.
Kuwawezesha wananchi kupanga na kutekeleza kazi za kujitegemea.
na kuratibu rasilimali zilizopo na kuzitumia katika miradi ya maendeleo.
kusaidia kuunda vikundi vya kijamii na vya kimaendeleo.
kuratibu shughuli za Mashirika na Asasi zisizo za Kiserikali na za Kijamii na,
Kuratibu shughuli za kupambana na UKIMWI. '

Ngazi ya Mshahara: TGS B
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Vigezo na Masharti ya Jumla kwa Waombaji:
Mwombaji awe raia wa Tanzania
Awe na umri usiozidi miaka 45 na usiopungua miaka 18.
Maombi yote yaambatanishwe na nakala ya cheti cha Taaluma, nakala ya cheti cha Kidato cha nnej sita,
Maelezo binafsi yanayojitosheleza (CV) ikiwa na anuani, namba za simu za kuaminika pamoja na majina ya wadhamini (Referees) watatu (3) wa kuaminika na picha mbili (passport size) za hivi karibuni (ziandikwe jina kwa nyuma)Aidha maombi yatakayoambatanishwa na (Results Slip) hayatashughulikiwa.
Vyeti vyote vya Taaluma na kidato cha nnej sita ni lazima vithibitishwe na Hakimu au wakili anayetambulika na Serikali.
Aidha uwasilishaji wa- taarifa na sifa za kugushi wahusika watachukuliwa hatua za Kisheria na mamlaka zinazohusika.
Mwombaji yeyote ambaye hatazingatia mojawapo ya masharti au vigezo tajwa hapo juu, maombi yake hayatashughulikiwa.
Watumishi waliopunguzwa kazijkufukuzwa kazi serikalini hawashauriwi kuomba, waombaji ambao wameajiriwa wanashauriwa kupitisha barua zao za maombi kwa waajiri wao wa sasa.
Waombaji wote waambatanishe nakala ya cheti cha kuzaliwa.
Maombi yote yaandikwe kwa lugha ya KiswahilijKiingereza.

Barua zote zitumwe kwa njia ya Posta, maombi yatakayowasilishwa kwa mkono au barua pepe hayata fanyiwa kazi.
Barua zote zitumwe kwa njia ya Posta kupitia
anuani ifuatayo:-

Mkurugenzi wa Mji
Halmashauri ya Mji Kahama
S.L.P. 472, KAHAMA
Mwisho wa kupokea maombi ni tarehe 19/06/2015, Saa 9:30 Alasiri.

Felix Kimaryo.
Mkurugenzi wa Mji
KAHAMA

ICS Volunteer at VSO Tanzania-LINDI

Application Deadline: 27 Jun 2015
ICS Volunteer POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Position Description Document (download)
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
only youth aged 18 to 25 years are qualifying for this

Please see position description documen

ICS Volunteer at VSO Tanzania-ZANZIBAR

Application Deadline: 27 Jun 2015
ICS Volunteer POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Position Description Document (download)
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Youth aged 18 to 25 years are qualified for this post

Please see position description documen

Senior Computer System Administrator at Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology

Application Deadline: 18 Jun 2015
Senior Computer System Administrator POSITION DESCRIPTION:
From Daily News,4th June 2015

COSTECH began operations in 1986 and since then, it has been the principal advisory organ of the government on all matters relating to science, technology and innovation (STI). It is entrusted with the advisory role of formulating policy on science and technology and its implementation; it monitors and coordinates scientific research, technology development and transfer; acquires, stores and disseminates scientific and technological information and fosters regional and international cooperation.
From its establishment COSTECH has registered a number of milestone achievements that are documented in annual reports and reflected in the contribution of STI to the sustainable development of Tanzania. Broad achievements include establishment and review of policies related to STI, development and increased access to technologies (crop varieties, implements, drugs, conservation etc.
contribution to the National Strategy for Growth and Reduction of Poverty (NSGRP) and dissemination of STI information (media, conferences, workshops, participation in technical groups etc.). These have been made possible by the convening power of COSTECH to bring together stakeholders from all sectors (public and private) and all categories (formal and informal) to jointly discuss matters related to STI and development. COSTECH has also been able to garner larger government support in terms of funding for its activities that has built credibility in the research landscape.
The commission is implementing the rolling strategic plan of 2015/2016 - 2019/2020, also is undergoing remarkable modernization including structural changes and implementation of new and more attractive scheme of service and competitive salary structure. Due to the implementation of the strategic plan, the following positions are vacant and require to be filled as soon as possible.

Senior Computer System Administrator

Reports to the Director of Knowledge Management .

Duties and Responsibilities
To carry out systems analysis design and program specifications in liaison with users;
To develop, implement and maintenance of systems, ensuring adherence to established ICT standards;
To supervise and compile overall systems documentation, and advising on ICT related issues;
To supervise installation certification, repairs and maintenance of Information Communication Technology equipment and associated peripherals;
To develop and maintain ICT standards, recommending and supervising Hardware/Software specifications for Information Communication Technology equipment;
To supervise logging of problems, drawing and scheduling preventive maintenance;'
To support LANs, Wans, network segments, internet and intranet systems;
To perform network address assignment; .
To ensure network connectivity throughout the Commission's
LAN/WAN infrastructure is on per with the technical consideration; ,
To assign configuration of authentication and authorization of directory services;

To administer servers, desktop computers, printers, routers, switches, firewalls, phones, personal digital assistants; smartphones, software deployment, security updates and patches;
To identify user needs; and
To perform any other official duties assigned by Superior. ii'

Qualifications:
Holder of a Master Degree in Computer Science/Engineering/IT from a recognized Institution with at least seven (7) years working experience in the relevant field Systems: windows, Cisco systems, UNIX, Linux, Novell Networking: Switches, Routers, Hubs, Servers, Cables,
Racks, Firewalls, LAN, WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, UDP, Latency,
VOIP, OOS, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, NHRP, ATM, PPP, MPLS
Certification in MCSE, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, CNE
Strong communication skills, ability to work independently as well as ability to supervise others.

Salary : COSS 10
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested and qualified candidates for these positions must' submit the following for consideration of the applications:-
Application letter, briefing stating why the candidate qualify for the position.
A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides clearly the applicant's work experience and other relevant information for the job.
Academic and professional certificates and awards.
Names of three referees.
Applicants are requested to indicate their telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for easy contact.
All applications must be addressed to the undersigned and must reach him v within two weeks' time after the first appearance of this advertisement in the newspaper.
Director General,
Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology,
PO Box 4302,
DAR ES SALAAM

Director of Knowledge Management at Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology

Application Deadline: 18 Jun 2015
Director of Knowledge Management POSITION DESCRIPTION:
From Daily News,4th June 2015
COSTECH began operations in 1986 and since then, it has been the principal advisory organ of the government on all matters relating to science, technology and innovation (STI). It is entrusted with the advisory role of formulating policy on science and technology and its implementation; it monitors and coordinates scientific research, technology development and transfer; acquires, stores and disseminates scientific and technological information and fosters regional and international cooperation.
From its establishment COSTECH has registered a number of milestone achievements that are documented in annual reports and reflected in the contribution of STI to the sustainable development of Tanzania. Broad achievements include establishment and review of policies related to STI, development and increased access to technologies (crop varieties, implements, drugs, conservation etc.
contribution to the National Strategy for Growth and Reduction of Poverty (NSGRP) and dissemination of STI information (media, conferences, workshops, participation in technical groups etc.). These have been made possible by the convening power of COSTECH to bring together stakeholders from all sectors (public and private) and all categories (formal and informal) to jointly discuss matters related to STI and development. COSTECH has also been able to garner larger government support in terms of funding for its activities that has built credibility in the research landscape.
The commission is implementing the rolling strategic plan of 2015/2016 - 2019/2020, also is undergoing remarkable modernization including structural changes and implementation of new and more attractive scheme of service and competitive salary structure. Due to the implementation of the strategic plan, the following positions are vacant and require to be filled as soon as possible.

Director of Knowledge Management

Reports to the Director General

Duties and Responsibilities:
To promote knowledge sharing through the organization's and strengthen links between sharing and information system;
To monitor and evaluate the knowledge sharing program, including internal benchmarking and programs;
To manage systems and knowledge and play key role in transforming the organization into learning organization;
To lead in the development of institution culture, processes, infrastructure and information resources to facilitate the
creation and utilization of knowledge institution;
Improve knowledge, sharing within COSTECH and with stakeholders in order to create new knowledge that will enable learning and innovate as knowledge institution;
To conduct annual knowledge audits for systematic identification and analysis of knowledge needs, products and services, flows, users, and gaps from perspective of learning lessons;
To promote knowledge creation during internal and external events, through support to the design and facilitation of events/key meetings, in order to promote, document and create new knowledge and learning through informal and semi-formal exchange; ,
To develop short and long term programmes of collecting, processing and dissemination of information on scientific and technological development;
To advise on matters pertaining to the development of documentation and information at all levels;
To cooperate with national and international research and development institutions and data centers for the purpose of collecting and exchanging science, technology information;
To keep the scientific community and the general public informed about the developments in science and technology through various means of communication
To spearhead the establishment of the innovative network of academic and research institutions that will enable them to work together in a highly-connected environment where they can engage themselves in scientific endeavors from discovery to science diplomacy;
To continuously monitor and provide technical guidance for the review of existing laws and advice on appropriate laws and regulations necessary to be promulgated to improve upon the ICT environment that will attract direct foreign investment.
To develop resource mobilization strategy that will include sale of information and information services;
To advise on formulating related standards, regulation and guidance including system security and risk management;
To provide support and advice to the Director General on strategy and detailed work programming with regards to the last miles connections to the national fiber optic backbone network;
To conceptualize, establish and maintain active and relevant information systems of benefit to the Commission and to the entire scientific community, nationally, regionally and internationally;
To plan ,organize and call for meetings of the R&D Advisory Committee on ICT on quarterly basis;
To harmonize the work of ICT R&D committee in line with other R&D Advisory Committees;

Qualifications:
Holder of a Master degree in Information Science, Technology and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Open Source Protocal (OSP) or equivalent qualification from recognized Institutions. PhD will be an added advantage
Demonstrated work experience of 12 years in research ideally gained in a business environment where team work and flexibility were paramount. Evidence based contribution to scientific publications in reputable journals, books, and conferences.
Sound understanding of the ICT Innovation system in Tanzania will be an added advantage.

Salary Scale: COSS 14
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested and qualified candidates for these positions must' submit the following for consideration of the applications:-
Application letter, briefing stating why the candidate qualify for the position.
A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides clearly the applicant's work experience and other relevant information for the job.
Academic and professional certificates and awards.
Names of three referees.
Applicants are requested to indicate their telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for easy contact.
All applications must be addressed to the undersigned and must reach him v within two weeks' time after the first appearance of this advertisement in the newspaper.
Director General,
Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology,
PO Box 4302,
DAR ES SALAAM