PRINCIPAL EXAMINATIONS OFFICER II (1 POST - COODINATOR OF BIOLOGY SUBJECT) - (RE – ADVERTISED)

THE NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS COUNCIL OF TANZANIA (NECTA)

The National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) is a Government Agency which is under the Ministry of Education and Vocational Training. NECTA was established by the
Parliamentary Act No. 21 of 1973 to undertake the responsibility of examinations objectives and functions as provided for in the Act. The aim of NECTA is to contribute to national development through a fair, efficient and effective national examinations and educational assessment system that provide high quality stakeholders service through competent and motivated staff.

2.1 PRINCIPAL  EXAMINATIONS  OFFICER  II  (1  POST  -  COODINATOR  OF 

BIOLOGY SUBJECT) - (RE – ADVERTISED).

 2.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Writes conference papers as may be required from time to time;
• Writes well researched papers and represents NECTA in local and international examination bodies from time to time;
• Advises the respective Head of Department or Section on all professional and
technical matters pertaining to Examinations designs and development in line with areas of specialty;

• Conducts pre-testing exercise of examinations items;

• Moderates examinations items;

• Proofread examinations items and papers;

• Review examination formats

• Writes various reports related to examinations;

• Prepares various reports related to examinations.

• Typesetting of examinations paper in respective subject

• Responsible for maximum confidentiality and security of examinations

• Supervises marking of examinations administered by NECTA;

• Performs any other duties relevant to the functions of NECTA as assigned by his/her superiors.

2.1.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master of Science (Education) majoring in Biology.

• At least (8) eight years working experience in an Education Institution with knowledge in conducting research and evaluation;

• Must have good computer knowledge.

2.2 SENIOR BINDER II - 1 POST - (RE – ADVERTISED). 

2.2.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Trims books to size with power cutting machines;

• Fabricates covers for books;

• Embosses designs and tiles on covers and decorates books edges with plain or mixed colour;

• Assembles all printed materials into finished printed products

• Operates various machines in the finishing section on folding, cutting, stitching, binding of examination, examinations stationery and office stationery;

• Performs any other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

2.2.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• CSEE and Certificate in Graphics Art & Printing, Diploma in Binding Technology, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution
• at least four years (4) working experience in a related field.

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 30^th 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 14^th  January, 2014 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.