INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL WORK VACANCIES MAY 2012

THE INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL WORK (ISW)
The ISW is one of the institutions of higher learning in Tanzania which was established in 1974 by Act No. 26 of 1973 (as amended by Miscellaneous Act No. 13 of 2002). The Institute is under the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and is located at Kijitonyama in Dar-es-Salaam.

The Institute was established to provide qualified human resources for strengthening social welfare services delivery system in Tanzania. It is accredited with the National Council for Technical Education (NACTE) as an institute of higher learning to conduct training programmes in the fields of social work, industrial relations and human resources management.

15.1 LECTURER 1 POST - RE – ADVERTISED
15.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To lecture student in the department.
• To assist students to develop their research and project work.
• Setting examinations, invigilating, marking and timely production of examination results.
• Supervision of research and consultancy work.
• To plan and design training exercises for students.
• Undertaking individual research and participating in big multidisciplinary research projects.
• Preparing manuals simulations and case studies for students.
• Working on consultancy projects.
• Coaching of junior academic staff.
• Providing guidance to junior members of staff
• Supervising students pursuing research and field work
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Programme Co-coordinator or the
Director of Studies or other higher authority.


15.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• PhD in Social work or Master Degree biased in Applied Psychology or Social Psychology with upper second or higher first class and proven experiences in Research and Consulting of at least 10 years and published at least 5 Consultancy / Research reports in relevant field. Managerial work experiences of at least 3 years in the public service will be an added advantage.

15.1.3 REMUNERATION
The successful candidate will be offered remunerations commensurate with the Institution’s
remuneration schemes - PHTS 12

15.2 LECTURER 1 POST - RE – ADVERTISED
15.2.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To lecture student in the department.
• To assist students to develop their research and project work.
• Setting examinations, invigilating, marking and timely production of examination results.
• Supervision of research and consultancy work.
• To plan and design training exercises for students.

• Undertaking individual research and participating in big multidisciplinary research projects.
• Preparing manuals simulations and case studies for students.
• Working on consultancy projects.
• Coaching of junior academic staff.
• Providing guidance to junior members of staff
• Supervising students pursuing research and field work
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Programme Co-coordinator or the
Director of Studies or other higher authority.

15.2.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• PhD in Labour Studies or Industrial Sociology biased in Labour Economy, Economics or Project Planning OR,
• Master Degree biased in Labour Economy, Economics or Project Planning with upper second or higher first class and proven experiences in Research and Consulting of at least 10 years and published at least 5 Consultancy / Research reports in relevant field. Managerial work experiences of at least 3 years in the public service will be an added advantage.

15.2.3 REMUNERATION
The successful candidate will be offered remunerations commensurate with the Institution’s
remuneration schemes - PHTS 12

15.3 ASSISTANT LECTURER 11 POSTS - RE - ADVERTISED
15.3.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assisting in lecturing and tutorial seminars.
• Carry out consultancy in Research and service job assignment including data collection under close supervision.
• Setting examinations, invigilating, marking and timely production of examination results.
• Prepares teaching materials for tutorials and exercises including case studies.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Programme Co-coordinator or the
Director of Studies
• Conduct lectures with guidance of senior lecturers.

15.3.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Master degree in Social Work with First or Upper second class from any recognized Institution. Must be able to demonstrate the capability of teaching, conducting research and consultancy and other duties and Effective computer use. Teaching and research experience of at list 3 years will be an added advantage. Must be
ready to work in team.

15.3.3 REMUNERATION
The successful candidate will be offered remunerations commensurate with the Institution’s
remuneration schemes - PHTS 8

15.4 ASSISTANT LECTURER - 6 POSTS - RE - ADVERTISED
15.4.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To assist in conducting seminars and tutorial classes under close supervision
• .Prepare material for tutorial exercises.
• .Assisting in teaching in the Certificate Course
• .Conduct research under close supervision
• .Carry out consultancy and service job assignments under close supervision.
• .Any other duties as may be assigned by the Programme Co-coordinator or the
Director or Studies.

15.4.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Master Degree in Industrial Relations or Law biased in Labour Law or Arbitration and
Mediation with First or Upper second class from any recognized Institution. OR
• Master Degree in Industrial Relations biased Research, Social Security, Organisation Behaviour or Conflict Management with First or Upper second class from any recognized Institution.
• Must be able to demonstrate the capability of teaching, conducting research and
consultancy and other duties and Effective computer use. Teaching and research experience of at list 3 years will be an added advantage.

15.4.3 REMUNERATION
The successful candidate will be offered remunerations commensurate with the Institution’s
remuneration schemes - PHTS 8

15.5 ASSISTANT LECTURERS - 6 POSTS - RE - ADVERTISED
15.5.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assisting in lecturing and tutorial seminars.
• Carry out consultancy in Research and service job assignment including data collection under close supervision.
• Setting examinations, invigilating, marking and timely production of examination results.
• Prepares teaching materials for tutorials and exercises including case studies.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Programme Co-coordinator or the
Director of Studies
• Conduct lectures with guidance of senior lecturers.

15.5.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Master degree in Human Resources Management with First or Upper second class from any recognized Institution. Must be able to demonstrate the capability of teaching, conducting research and consultancy and other duties and Effective computer use. Teaching and research experience of at list 3 years will be an added advantage.

15.5.3 REMUNERATION
The successful candidate will be offered remunerations commensurate with the Institution’s
remuneration schemes - PHTS 8

15.6 SENIOR RECORDS MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT - 4 POST - RE - ADVERTISED
15.6.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform registry activities and Ensure that there is smooth and efficient functioning of registry.
• Ensure security and confidentiality of office records and documentations.
• Control files movements and documents.
• Maintenance of good working behaviour within the staffs of registry section.
• Authorization on proper subject title for new files and closure of the old files.
• Preparing and designing index system to enhance efficiency in information search.
• Ensures security and neatness of properties and office equipments allocated to registry office.
• Reviews work progress and maintenance of performance appraisal system within the staffs of registry.
• Reports to his/her seniors about any deficiencies which may hinder the smooth operation of office activities.


15.6.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Diploma in records management provided by Tanzania Public Service College or any other recognized institution with computer knowledge and working experience of not less than five years.

15.6.3 REMUNERATION
The successful candidate will be offered remunerations commensurate with the Institution’s
remuneration schemes - PGSS 7

15.7 SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR - 1 POST - RE - ADVERTISED
15.7.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Undertake special Audit Assignments
• Review all Audit assignments and recommend to the Chief Auditor on appropriate action to take

• Designing and reviewing the Internal control system to ensure that all records of students are properly reconciled between Heads of departments, records, Registrar’s records, Examination officer’s, Deans of students and Accounts records.
• To ensure that fraudulent practices, assets losses are prevented and detected promptly when they occur.
• To ensure that registration of students complies with procedures and instructions stipulated in ISW prospectus, Loan Boards as well as Board’s directives and Management instructions, this includes payments of fees in time for both tuition and hostel.
• Regularly review employee’s records and status.
• To make follow up on the implementation of the quality assurance policy as established.
• To make follow up on the implementation of other policies such as Public finance regulation, procurement, service regulations, and others.
• To participate in designing of Internal control system and ISW policies
• To provide professional assistance in preparation of financial statements
• To facilitate coordination of external audit exercise.
• To do any other business as required.

15.7.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Must posses ACCA, CPA (T), CA or equivalent with six years experience.

15.7.3 REMUNERATION
The successful candidate will be offered remunerations commensurate with the Institution’s
remuneration schemes - PGSS 12

15.8 PERSONAL SECRETARY GRADE I - 1 POST - RE - ADVERTISED
15.8.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To perform all secretarial work including typing and binding custodianships and filling of various documents and follow-up implementation of issues rose.
• Arrange transport for the officer he/she is working
• To ensure that files are handled promptly and in time
• Supervise work in the office and ensure that it is properly done.

15.8.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Diploma in Secretarial from a recognized Institution. Computer Literacy a must with work experience of more than 5 years.

15.8.3 REMUNERATION
The successful candidate will be offered remunerations commensurate with the Institution’s
remuneration schemes - PGSS 7

GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old, however, should also observe the age limit for each position where indicated.
ii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers.
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
iv. The title of the position and institution applied for should be written in the subject of the application letter; short of which will make the application invalid.
v. The title of the position and institution applied for should be marked on the envelope; short of which will make the application invalid.
vi. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic certificates:
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts.
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- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
- Computer Certificate
- Professional certificates from respective boards
- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.
vii. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
viii. Transcripts, Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.
ix. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action
x. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.
xi. Applicants for entry levels currently employed in the Public Service should not apply, they have to adhere to Government Circular Na. CAC. 45/257/01/D/140 dated 30th November 2010.
xii. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.
xiii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
xiv. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
xv. Dead line for application is 11th June, 2012 at 3:30 p.m
xvi. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English
xvii. APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE:
Secretary OR Katibu
Public Service Recruitment Sekretarieti ya Ajira katika Secretariat, Utumishi wa Umma
P. O. Box 63100 S. L. P 63100,
DAR ES SALAAM. DAR ES SALAAM.