JOBS AT GOVERNMENT CHEMIST LABORATORY AGENCY , MARCH 2014

GOVERNMENT CHEMIST LABORATORY AGENCY (GCLA).

The Government Chemist Laboratory Agency is an Executive Agency under the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. The Laboratory is Mandated in carrying out laboratory testing, Industrial and natural products samples; forensic and toxicological samples; regulate and control Human DNA (regulations) Act.Cap 182. The Agency is expected to better meet the requirements of its customers and public in general.

In order to meet the above obligations Government Chemist Laboratory Agency wishes to recruit qualified Tanzanians to fill various posts on permanent & pensionable as well as operational terms as follows:

18.1      PRINCIPAL CHEMICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST GRADE I – 2 POSTS.

18.1.1  LOCATION: GCLA HEAD QUARTERS – DAR ES SALAAM.

18.1.2  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop section plans, budget and formulate projects.

Prepare section performance reports.

Validate and develop analytical methods.

Prepare and submit samples to other laboratories for analysis. Supervise laboratory analysis.

Conduct research works.

Suggest the corrective and preventive action to be taken. Propose and test new analytical methods.

Order chemical, reagents, equipment‟s, instruments and laboratory supplies for departmental use from the store.

18.1.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Master of Science either in Laboratory Technology, Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Science, Toxicology, Microbiology, Forensic Science or Biochemistry Molecular Biology.

With proven specialization from recognized institutions with an experience of at least twelve (12) years working in the related field.

18.1.4 REMUNERATION

Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary GCS

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10.2.2 TERMS OF SERVICE: Permanent and Pensionable

18.2      CHEMICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST GRADE II – 4 POSTS

18.2.1  LOCATION: GCLA HEAD QUARTERS – DAR ES SALAAM.

18.2.2  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare chemicals and reagents.

Prepare sampling and analytical facilities.

Clean apparatus, equipment and the working benches.

Conduct chemicals and premises inspection and sampling.

18.2.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

Ordinary Diploma or equivalent in Laboratory Technology from recognized learning institutions.

18.2.4 REMUNERATION

Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary GCS

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18.2.5 TERMS OF SERVICE: Permanent and Pensionable

18.3         PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT GRADE II – 1POST

18.3.1  LOCATION: GCLA HEAD QUARTERS – DAR ES SALAAM.

18.3.2  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Will perform all duties of Senior Accountant duties and the following added responsibilities.

Maintain Agency accounts and implementation of different accounting directives. Verify payments.

Account for special funds.

Prepare draft account for submission to Public Account committee (PAC). Prepare annual budget.

Verify and check authenticity of invoices and bills. Supervise junior staff.

18.3.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Post Graduate Degree either in Finance or Accounting and holder of CPA (T) or equivalent qualifications recognized by National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) or publications in financial management

Ten (10) years working experience as an Accountant.

18.3.4 REMUNERATION

Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary GCS

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18.3.5 TERMS OF SERVICE: Permanent and Pensionable

18.4      DRIVER GRADE II - 1 POST

18.4.1  LOCATION: GCLA HEAD QUARTERS – DAR ES SALAAM.

18.4.2  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive all Agency‟s cars

Carry out minor repairs of vehicles

Inspect the vehicle before and after journey.

Transport documents, samples and other materials

Keep the vehicles clean

Maintain and fill movement log books.

18.4.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Form  IV  Secondary  Education  Certificate  with  good  passes  in  English  and

Kiswahili and who holds a class “C” driving license with driving certificate from a recognized driving institute.

At least three (3) years‟ working experience.

18.4.4 REMUNERATION

Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary GCS

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10.2.3 TERMS OF SERVICE: Operational.

18.5      RECEPTIONIST II – 1 POST

18.5.1  LOCATION: GCLA HEAD QUARTERS – DAR ES SALAAM.

18.5.2  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Receive and attend all GCLA visitors.

Clean all surroundings of the switchboard and reception area

Keep visitors records and advising the best procedure of receiving and handling them.

Answer all signals from subscribers and distant exchanges Connect calls within the exchange area and outside.

Keep incoming and outgoing call register

Prepare all necessary records and reports to immediate supervisor.

18.5.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Ordinary Secondary Education Certificate (CSEE) with passes in English and Swahili Languages,

Two years training for Trade Test Grade II and must have passes in Telephone Operating.

18.5.4 REMUNERATION

Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary  GCS

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18.5.5 TERMS OF SERVICE: Permanent and Pensionable.

Ref. Na EA.7/96/01/F/49                                                               19^th March, 2014

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.  Deadline for application is 4^th  April, 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

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.