Mzumbe University JOBS MARCH 2013

Mzumbe University was established by the Mzumbe University Charter, 2007 established
under Section 25 of the Universities Act. No. 7 of 2005 which repealed Mzumbe University Act.
No 9 of 2001. As a training Institute, the University boasts of over 50 years experience of
training in the administration of justice, business management, public administration,
accountancy, finance, political science and good governance. Mzumbe University origin can be
traced back at 1953 when the British Colonial Administration established Local Government
School in the country. The school was aimed at training chiefs, Native Authority Staff and
Councilors. The level of training was elevated after Tanzania (Tanganyika) independence to
include training of Central Government Officials, rural development officers and local court
magistrates.

2.1 SENIOR LECTURERS / LECTURER (4 Posts) – Main Campus (2), Dar es Salaam
Campus College (1) and Mbeya Campus College (1)

2.1.1 AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
• Education
• Finance/Accounting
• Mathematics
• Marketing/Entrepreneurship/Economics

2.1.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Undertaking formal training; develop systems to solve specific problems; doing research in
areas which will provide new and better techniques for managers; managing post experience
seminars and course for practicing personnel; providing close guidance to students;
developing comprehensive cases; providing guidance to junior members of staff.

2.1.3 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
PhD degree in a specialized functional area with at least nine years of work experience
related to teaching and/or research (for senior lecturer). In addition the candidate must have at
least a total of seven points obtained from recognized publications.
2.1.4 REMUNERATION: salary scale: PUTS 6 – 7

2.2 LECTURER
2.2.1 AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
• Education – Main Campus
• Finance/Accounting – Dar es Salaam Campus College
• Mathematics – Main Campus
• Marketing/Entrepreneurship/Economics - (Mbeya)

2.2.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Will be required to teach in formal courses and conduct seminars; undertake individual
research and participate in bigger multi-disciplinary research projects; prepare manuals and
case studies for training; provide close supervision and guidance to students; manage
undergraduate programmes with the assistance of a committee; work on consultancy projects
and be responsible for guidance and coaching.

2.2.3 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
PhD in a specialised functional area.
2.2.4 REMUNERATION: Salary Scale: PUTS 4 - 5

2.3 ASSISTANT LECTURERS- (3) Main Campus (1) Mbeya Campus College (2)

2.3.1 AREAS OF SPECILIZATION
• Mathematics - ( Mbeya)
• Development Policy/Political Science - ( Main Campus)
• Health Monitoring and Evaluation – Main Campus
2.3.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducting lectures; preparing case studies; assisting in tutorial/seminars in degree and other
courses, work in co-operation with senior members on specific projects such as research and
consultancy.

2.3.3 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Masters degree in a specialized functional area. In addition, the candidate must have a
minimum GPA of 3.5 in first degree and assessed as potentially good academically.
2.3.4 REMUNERATION: Salary Scale: PUTS 2 - 3
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2.4 DIRECTOR OF BUILDINGS AND ESTATES (1 Post) – Main Campus
2.4.1 Responsible to: Deputy Vice Chancellor- Administration and Finance

2.4.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Formulates policy proposals related to estates activities;
• Maintains and coordinates work contacts with building and maintenance staff of the
Estate Unit;
• Prepares and compiles budget estimates for Capital Development;
• Prepares training and development plans for estates staff;
• Coordinates preparation of the physical master plan;
• Coordinates the effective maintenance and rehabilitation of the infrastructure;
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by superior;

2.4.3 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Masters Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution with
relevant working experience of at least 12 years of which 5 years must be at a senior
managerial position and must have been registered as a consulting engineer with the relevant
Board. Possession of PhD degree will be an added advantage.

2.4.4 PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
• Person of high integrity;
• Ability to plan organize and supervise;
• Self motivated and ability to work efficiently and effectively even under pressure;
• Excellent communication in both Kiswahili and English;
• Ability to work with a range of stakeholders;
• Ability to deliver accurate and high quality output timely.

2.4.5 REMUNERATION: Salary Scale: PGSS 21

2.5 ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT GRADE I (1 Post) – Dar es Salaam Campus

2.5.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Receives and pays out cash and cheques;
• Maintains full and accurate accounting records;
• Prepares final reconciliation;
• Ensures safe custody of cash and cheques;
• Posts and balances ledger accounts;
• Issues invoices, makes follow-up of payment of bills;
• Controls, maintains and prepares true and accurate projects accounts up to trial
balance and reports on performance and costs;
• Maintains vote book and prepares all financial statements including vote book summary,
final accounts and balance sheet of payment;
• Any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor

2.5.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor Degree in Accountancy or Advanced Diploma in Accountancy or Professional Level II
or module C and D with at least three years working experience.
2.5.3 REMUNERATION: Salary Scale PGSS 13 - 14

2.6 SUPPLIES ASSISTANT GRADE I (1 Post) – Main Campus

2.6.1 DUTIES ANS RENSPONIBILITIES
• Checks transactions in stores accounting documents and registers;
• Receives and issues vouchers, delivery notes and invoices;
• Prepares purchase requisitions/orders upon approval by his/her supervisor;
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by superior.

2.6.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
National Storekeeping Certificate (NSC) from a recognized institution with working experience
of not less than three years.
2.6.3 REMUNERATION: Salary Scale: PGSS 7 – 8

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.