TANZANIA TOBACCO BOARD JOBS JUNE 2013

TANZANIA TOBACCO BOARD (TTB)

The Tanzania Tobacco Board (TTB) is a regulatory body established under the Tobacco Industry Act No. 24 of 2001(as amended by Act No. 20 of 2009 Crop Laws (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act), under part 11, section 3-(1) &3-(2).

The main responsibilities of the Board is to carry out regulatory functions of and such other activities necessary, advantageous or proper for the benefit of the tobacco industry, and in particular includes the following:-

·                     Advising the Government on policies and strategies for the development of the tobacco industry;

·                     Regulating and controlling the quality of tobacco and tobacco products;

·                     Collecting, refining, maintaining, using or disseminating information or data relating to the tobacco industry;

·                     Monitoring the production and exportation of tobacco;

·                     Making rules of processing, exportation and storage of tobacco and tobacco products;

·                     Facilitating or assisting in the formation of associations or other bodies related to or dealing with the tobacco industry;

·                     Promoting and protecting the interests of farmers against syndicates of buyers which may be formed through associations;

·                     Controlling and prescribing measures for the preservation of the environment including avoidance of land degradation through compulsory aforestation and economical use of wood fuel programmes; and

·                     Representing the Government in international and local forum in matters relating to or dealing with tobacco industry.

13.1   INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER (1 POST - MOROGORO)

13.1.1  REPORTS TO; THE DIRECTOR GENERAL

13.1.2  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·                     To organize and supervise staff executing audit programs as well as reviews operating procedures and controls;

·                     To ascertain that accounting systems, policies and procedures are adequate and effective for the upkeep of the Board’s finances and assets;

·                     To review audit reports with the Board’s External Auditors and ensuring full implementation of External Auditors’ findings and recommendations;

·                     To develop systematic standard and/or routine checks and report formats according to the Board’s requirements;

·                     To review policies on internal controls to ensure smooth implementation of the budget;

·                     To  enhance  adherence  of  Financial  and  Staff   Regulations  and  internal

audit  work programmes at all times;

·                     To prepare work programmes for auditing of the departments/regions and monitoring audit works to ensure efficient execution of work programmes;

·                     To set and evaluate department’s/region’s performance with the view of maintaining high financial standards;

·                     To conduct regular audits of departments/regions to ensure that up to date financial records are properly kept and financial regulations and procedures are adhered to;

·                     To ascertain that the Board’s assets are adequately controlled, safe guarded and insured;

·                     To investigate frauds or misappropriations committed by staff;

13.1.4  QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

·                     Holder of Master degree in Finance, Accounting or its equivalent from recognized University/Institutions with CPA (T)/ACCA.

·                     Must be registered with NBAA as an Authorized Accountant/Auditor

·                     Must have experience of not less than 11 years, 5 of which be in a senior managerial position

13.2   PLANNING OFFICER II (1 POST – MOROGORO)

13.2.1  REPORTS TO: THE RESEARCH, PLANNING AND CONSULTANCY MANAGER

13.2.2  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·                     To collect and assist in analyzing data for policy preparation;

·                     To   assist in the preparation of work programs and implementation reports;

·                     To   assist in conducting analysis on trend of tobacco production;

·                     To   participate in preparation of periodic planning reports;

·                     To    assist in preparation of   basic statistical and management reports;

·                     To     store and retrieve inventory information;

·                     To     assist in interpretation and analysis of data plan formulation;

·                     To assist in preparation of estimates for capital development;

·                     To compile project profiles including sources of funding, custodian of agreements with donors and monitors reports.

13.2.3  QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

·                     Holder of Bachelor degree in Economics, Statistics, Planning or its equivalent from a recognized University/Institution..

13.3   DRIVER II (2 POSTS)

13.3.1  REPORTS TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

13.3.2  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·                     To drive vehicles towards approved destinations and in accordance with traffic regulations;

·                     To   undertake minor mechanical repairs;

·                     To take vehicles due for routine maintenance/repair to the appointed service agent;

·                     To   maintain motor vehicle log books accurately;

·                     To make pre–inspection to the assigned vehicle prior travelling and report mechanical damages/defects;

·                     To report promptly accidents or incidents involving the vehicles to the relevant authority.

13.3.3  QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

·                     Holder of Certificate of Secondary Education with passes in Kiswahili and English,

·                     Must have a valid class C driving license of not less than three years without causing accident,

·                     Must have Trade Test Grade II/Drivers Grade II Certificate from a recognized Training Institutions

13.3.4  TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

The successful applicant will be engaged on permanent and pensionable terms.

13.3.5 REMUNERATION:

Attractive remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience in accordance with the Board’s Scheme of Service, Salary Structure, Staff Regulation and Standing Orders.

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.

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.

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

viii.   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 30^th 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 02^nd July, 2013 at 3:30 p.m

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

xvii. Women are highly encouraged to apply

xviii.      Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview

xix.    Application letters should be written in Swahili or English

xx.    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.