GCLA JOBS MARCH 2013

GOVERNMENT CHEMIST LABORATORY AGENCY (GCLA)
The Laboratory is an Executive Agency of the Government which has mandated in the
Executive Agencies Act No.30 of 1997 and the Establishment Order GN No 106 of
2000. The Agency offers specialist analytical services in Foods and Drugs Quality
Control, Forensic Science Services and Chemicals Management.

5.1 PRINCIPAL LEGAL OFFICER II – 1POST – (RE-ADVERTISED)
5.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Will perform all duties of Senior Legal Officer and the following added
responsibilities.
• To send hearing notification and summons to parties and witnesses;
• To oversee documents and correspondences of assigned cases and ensures
that they are properly organized for submission to the Rector;
• To draft prescribed legal documents required by the Agency and submit them to
the respective supervisor for approval;
• To supervise junior staff in the unit/section and
• To disseminate the legal research report.

5.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Masters Degree in Law from a recognized institution. Must be computer literate,
be registered as an Advocate and working experience of at least ten (10) years in
the field.

5.1.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale GCS.

5.2 PRINCIPAL COMPUTER SYSTEM ANALYSTS II – 1 POST – (READVERTISED)
5.2.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Will perform all duties of Senior Computer System Analyst with the following
added responsibilities.
• To investigate, recommend and install enhancement, and operating procedures
that optimize network availability..
• To maintain confidentiality with regard to information being processed, stalled or
assessed by the network.
• Ensure timely user notification of maintenance, requirements and effects on
system availability.
• Ensuring security of access of GCLA computers systems.
• Monitors the performance of the network and troubleshoot any problems.
• To supervise junior staff
5.2.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Masters Degree in computer Sciences or Iinformation Communication
Technology (ICT) from recognized higher learning institutions, with an experience
of ten (10) years working in related field.
5.2.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale
GCS. 7

5.3 SENIOR SUPPLIES OFFICER – 1POST- (RE-ADVERTISED)
5.3.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To develop appropriate systems, procedures and guidelines for the procurement
secretariat and tender Board;
• To evaluate bids for high value and specialized procurement;
• To coordinate contract administration including preparation of contracts and
issuing approved contracts;
• To supervise Store or purchasing Section;
• To co-ordinate and control purchasing and procurement of service
• To coordinate with user departments in preparation of procurement plan
• To prepare negotiation and disposal plans.
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• To prepare report on contract management implementation and performance;
• To maintain proper record keeping for audit requirement;
• To coordinate opening tenders for high value and highly specialized
procurement;
• To manage stock levels and give out supplies from stock;
• To supervise purchasing, warehousing and inventory functions;
• To ensure compliance with the public Procurement Act, its Regulations and
Guidelines
• To supervise junior staff
5.3.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Masters Degree in Materials Management or Business Administration from
recognized institution with at least seven (7) years working experience in similar
field. Must be registered by Procurement and Supplies Board
5.3.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale
GCS. 6

5.4 CHEMICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST II –2POSTS- (RE-ADVERTISED)
5.4.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To prepare chemicals and reagents.
• To prepare sampling and analytical facilities.
• To clean apparatus, equipment and the working benches.
• To perform chemicals and premises inspection and sampling.
5.4.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Ordinary Diploma in Laboratory Technology from recognized learning institutions.
5.4.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale
TGHS. B

Ref. Na EA.7/96/01/D/24 26th March, 2013

NB: 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.

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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 and marked on the envelope; short of which

will make the application invalid.

v. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant 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 respective boards

- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.

vi. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED

vii. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.

viii. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the

CV will necessitate to legal action

ix. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should

route their application letters through their respective employers.

x. 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.

xi. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason

should not apply.

xii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.

xiii. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by Tanzania

Commission for Universities (TCU)

xiv. Dead line for application is 9th April, 2013 at 3:30 p.m

xv. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate

xvi. Women are highly encouraged to apply

xvii. Only short listed candidates will be informed on the date for interview

xviii. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English

xix. 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.