TANZANIA LIBRARY SERVICES BOARD JOBS JULY 2013

Tanzania Library Services Board (TLSB) is a national institution under the Ministry of Education and Vocational Training established by the 1963 Act of parliament, and later on repealed by the 1975 Act. The Act requires the Board to promote, establish, equip and develop libraries, information centers, and documentation centers in Tanzania. TLSB has the role of ensuring that it provides information to all groups of people including children, youth, adults, and disadvantaged groups. In carrying out the above responsibilities TLSB acquires, organizes and distributes books, non-book materials and other forms of information materials to individuals, schools, Institutions and public in general.

7.1 DIRECTOR OF PLANNING - 1 POST (RE-ADVERTISED)

7.1.1 DUTY STATION: HQ DAR ES SALAAM

7.1.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for efficient execution of approved programs;

• Advice the director general in all matters relating to planning;

• To head planning department;

• Prepare financial and personnel estimates;

• Prepare activity reports of the board;

• Formulate policies related to the board;

• Initiate plans for new projects;

• Review board’s Strategic Plan and recommended for improved changes;

• Set criteria and standards for establishing effectively marketing plans of library services;

• Manage the organization data bank; and

• Coordinate ncl and other libraries in the country;

• Formulates policies on Library standards.

7.1.3  QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Masters Degree in Library and Information Sciences with experience of not less than 5 years in Library Management and Planning from reputable Organization.

7.1.4  REMUNATION

Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale PGSS 21

7.2 SENIOR TUTOR II 1 POST (RE-ADVERTISED)

7.2.1 DUTY STATION: SLADS BAGAMOYO

7.2.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Guide and supervises students in building up their practical and research projects;

• Prepare learning resources and designs training exercises for students;

• Conduct consultancy and community services;

• Develop and reviews existing curriculum;

• Undertake individual research and participates in scientific/ academic congregations;

• Prepare teaching manuals, simulations and case studies for training;

• Supervise and guides post-graduate students; and

• Coach junior teaching staff.

7.2.3  QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors Degree in Librarianship and Information Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognized University/institution.

• Five (5) years working experience.

• Must have written two substantive professional paper.

7.2.4  TENURE:

Permanent

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.

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 examination bodies for ordinary or advanced level education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA)

xiv. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)

xv. Dead line for application is 25th 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.