THE TANZANIA FOREST SERVICES AGENCY (TFS)
Tanzania Forest Services (TFS) is a semi-autonomous Government Executive Agency established through Government Notice No. 269 of 30th July 2010. TFS establishment is supported by the Executive Agency Act (Cap. 245) as amended in 2009, the National Forest and Beekeeping Policies adopted in March 1998 and administered through the Forest Act Cap 323 R.E of 2002) and Beekeeping Act Cap 224 R.E of 2002 which provide the legal framework for the management of forests and bee resources.
TFS is vested with the responsibility of developing and managing national forest and bee resources in a sustainable manner by ensuring sustainable supply of various quality forest and bee products and services, stable ecosystem and maintaining biological diversity. The head of the TFS is the Chief Executive (CE) who is responsible for the operation of the Agency and exercise statutory powers as vested under the legal framework mentioned above. The Chief Executive is assisted by three Directors, four Heads of Units and seven Zonal Managers.
14.1 DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND RESOURCES UTILISATION - 1 POST (READVERTISED).
14.1.1 DUTY STATION: HEADQUARTERS
He/she will be in charge of specialized areas related to promoting sustainable utilization of forest and bee resources; and Agency planning, investment, monitoring & evaluation, marketing and resources mobilization.
14.1.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and supervise the best utilization of resources allocated under Directorate; Supervise the Directorate staff;
Develop, review and monitor licensing of forest and bee products and services; Monitor, control quality and trade of forest and bee products and services; Monitor and promote marketing of forest and bee products and services; Coordinate the preparation of TFS Strategic and Business Plans;
Mobilize resources for approved Strategic and Business Plans Prepare plans and budgets for Agency and for the Directorate; Prepare TFS investment proposals and appraise stakeholders; Organize and coordinates TFS meetings;
Prepare performance and other reports for the Directorate and TFS;
Coordinate the development and implementation of TFS Monitoring and Evaluation systems;
Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the Chief Executive.
14.1.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.
Master‟s Degree either in Forestry, Forest Utilization, Natural Resources
Management, Economics or Business related Studies.
Must have at least 7 years of forestry professional experience of which 3 years must be at managerial level.
PhD in related field will have an added advantage.
Age limit must be less than 55 years.
14.1.4 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary scale.
14.2 CHIEF ACCOUNTANT - 1 POST
He/she will be responsible for providing support services to other directorates of TFS. The head is responsible for management and administering financial resources and accounting all funds received and disbursed, where funds imply all monetary and non-monetary values received and disbursed. This includes preparing and justifying revenues forecasts, and operating the budget under Agency‟s procedures.
14.2.1 DUTY STATION: HEADQUARTER
14.2.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure that financial records, books and statements are up to date and accurate for preparing year end reports and management accounts;
Ensure that all revenues due to TFS are collected and properly accounted for;
Monitor and review the agency‟s budget performance; identify and explain variances; prepare revised budgets as necessary;
Identify, assess and prioritize risks, followed by coordinating resources to minimize, monitor and control its probability and/or impact on the agency;
Ensure statutory returns are prepared and submitted in due time as required by law; Forecast cash flow and co-ordinate the agency‟s financial transactions and working capital;
Coordinate the external audit of the agency‟s accounts and ensure that matters raised in the audit are resolved on/before the next audit;
Review and approve all financial transactions in line with the financial regulations; Maintain an up-to-date Fixed Asset Register (FAR) of the agency and ensure that all assets are adequately safeguarded and accurately recorded;
Manage the agency‟s petty cash imprest in line with business requirements and petty cash policy & procedure;
Perform any other duties assigned by the Chief Executive.
14.2.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.
Bachelor degree or equivalent (B. Com, BAF, ADCA, ADA and ADGA) or holder of CPA (T) or its equivalent, registered with NBAA as Certified Public Accountant/CIA. Must have at least seven (7) years of professional experience in auditing of which two (2) years must be in senior managerial level,
ICT Applications and Accounting Packages in managerial position in a reputable organization.
Masters‟ degree in related field will have an added advantage.
Age limit must be less than 55 years.
14.2.4 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary scale.
14.3 CHIEF INTERNAL AUDITOR - 1 POST
He / She will ensure internal control system are strengthened in line with internationally accepted standards and audit of the funds are carried out according to prepared and approved audit plans and budgets.
14.3.1 DUTY STATION: HEADQUARTERS
14.3.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and report on proper control over the receipt, custody and utilization of all financial resources of the TFS;
Review and report on conformity with financial and operational procedures laid down in any legislation or any regulations or instructions for control over the expenditure of the TFS;
Review and report on the correct classification and allocation of revenue and expenditure accounts;
Develop audit procedures to facilitate compliance with international standards annually;
Top review and report on the reliability and integrity of financial and operation data and prepare financial statements and other reports;
Review and report on the systems in place used to safeguard assets, and verify existence of such asserts;
Review and report on operations or programs to ascertain whether results are consistent with established objectives and goals;
Review and report on the reactions by the management to internal audit reports, and assist management in the implementation of recommendations made by reports and follow-up on the implementation of recommendations made by the Controller and Audit General;
Review and report on the adequacy of controls built into computerized systems in place in the TFS;
Perform any other duties assigned by the Chief Executive.
14.3.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.
Bachelor degree or equivalent (B. Com, BAF, ADCA, ADA and ADGA) or holder of CPA (T) or its equivalent, registered with NBAA as Certified Public Accountant/CIA.
Masters‟ degree in related field will have an added advantage.
Must have at least seven (7) years of professional experience in auditing of which two (2) years must be in senior managerial level.
ICT Applications and Accounting Packages in managerial position in a reputable organization.
Age limit must be less than 55 years.
14.3.4 REMUNERATION.
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary scale.
Tanzania Forest Services (TFS) is a semi-autonomous Government Executive Agency established through Government Notice No. 269 of 30th July 2010. TFS establishment is supported by the Executive Agency Act (Cap. 245) as amended in 2009, the National Forest and Beekeeping Policies adopted in March 1998 and administered through the Forest Act Cap 323 R.E of 2002) and Beekeeping Act Cap 224 R.E of 2002 which provide the legal framework for the management of forests and bee resources.
TFS is vested with the responsibility of developing and managing national forest and bee resources in a sustainable manner by ensuring sustainable supply of various quality forest and bee products and services, stable ecosystem and maintaining biological diversity. The head of the TFS is the Chief Executive (CE) who is responsible for the operation of the Agency and exercise statutory powers as vested under the legal framework mentioned above. The Chief Executive is assisted by three Directors, four Heads of Units and seven Zonal Managers.
14.1 DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND RESOURCES UTILISATION - 1 POST (READVERTISED).
14.1.1 DUTY STATION: HEADQUARTERS
He/she will be in charge of specialized areas related to promoting sustainable utilization of forest and bee resources; and Agency planning, investment, monitoring & evaluation, marketing and resources mobilization.
14.1.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and supervise the best utilization of resources allocated under Directorate; Supervise the Directorate staff;
Develop, review and monitor licensing of forest and bee products and services; Monitor, control quality and trade of forest and bee products and services; Monitor and promote marketing of forest and bee products and services; Coordinate the preparation of TFS Strategic and Business Plans;
Mobilize resources for approved Strategic and Business Plans Prepare plans and budgets for Agency and for the Directorate; Prepare TFS investment proposals and appraise stakeholders; Organize and coordinates TFS meetings;
Prepare performance and other reports for the Directorate and TFS;
Coordinate the development and implementation of TFS Monitoring and Evaluation systems;
Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the Chief Executive.
14.1.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.
Master‟s Degree either in Forestry, Forest Utilization, Natural Resources
Management, Economics or Business related Studies.
Must have at least 7 years of forestry professional experience of which 3 years must be at managerial level.
PhD in related field will have an added advantage.
Age limit must be less than 55 years.
14.1.4 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary scale.
14.2 CHIEF ACCOUNTANT - 1 POST
He/she will be responsible for providing support services to other directorates of TFS. The head is responsible for management and administering financial resources and accounting all funds received and disbursed, where funds imply all monetary and non-monetary values received and disbursed. This includes preparing and justifying revenues forecasts, and operating the budget under Agency‟s procedures.
14.2.1 DUTY STATION: HEADQUARTER
14.2.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure that financial records, books and statements are up to date and accurate for preparing year end reports and management accounts;
Ensure that all revenues due to TFS are collected and properly accounted for;
Monitor and review the agency‟s budget performance; identify and explain variances; prepare revised budgets as necessary;
Identify, assess and prioritize risks, followed by coordinating resources to minimize, monitor and control its probability and/or impact on the agency;
Ensure statutory returns are prepared and submitted in due time as required by law; Forecast cash flow and co-ordinate the agency‟s financial transactions and working capital;
Coordinate the external audit of the agency‟s accounts and ensure that matters raised in the audit are resolved on/before the next audit;
Review and approve all financial transactions in line with the financial regulations; Maintain an up-to-date Fixed Asset Register (FAR) of the agency and ensure that all assets are adequately safeguarded and accurately recorded;
Manage the agency‟s petty cash imprest in line with business requirements and petty cash policy & procedure;
Perform any other duties assigned by the Chief Executive.
14.2.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.
Bachelor degree or equivalent (B. Com, BAF, ADCA, ADA and ADGA) or holder of CPA (T) or its equivalent, registered with NBAA as Certified Public Accountant/CIA. Must have at least seven (7) years of professional experience in auditing of which two (2) years must be in senior managerial level,
ICT Applications and Accounting Packages in managerial position in a reputable organization.
Masters‟ degree in related field will have an added advantage.
Age limit must be less than 55 years.
14.2.4 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary scale.
14.3 CHIEF INTERNAL AUDITOR - 1 POST
He / She will ensure internal control system are strengthened in line with internationally accepted standards and audit of the funds are carried out according to prepared and approved audit plans and budgets.
14.3.1 DUTY STATION: HEADQUARTERS
14.3.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and report on proper control over the receipt, custody and utilization of all financial resources of the TFS;
Review and report on conformity with financial and operational procedures laid down in any legislation or any regulations or instructions for control over the expenditure of the TFS;
Review and report on the correct classification and allocation of revenue and expenditure accounts;
Develop audit procedures to facilitate compliance with international standards annually;
Top review and report on the reliability and integrity of financial and operation data and prepare financial statements and other reports;
Review and report on the systems in place used to safeguard assets, and verify existence of such asserts;
Review and report on operations or programs to ascertain whether results are consistent with established objectives and goals;
Review and report on the reactions by the management to internal audit reports, and assist management in the implementation of recommendations made by reports and follow-up on the implementation of recommendations made by the Controller and Audit General;
Review and report on the adequacy of controls built into computerized systems in place in the TFS;
Perform any other duties assigned by the Chief Executive.
14.3.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.
Bachelor degree or equivalent (B. Com, BAF, ADCA, ADA and ADGA) or holder of CPA (T) or its equivalent, registered with NBAA as Certified Public Accountant/CIA.
Masters‟ degree in related field will have an added advantage.
Must have at least seven (7) years of professional experience in auditing of which two (2) years must be in senior managerial level.
ICT Applications and Accounting Packages in managerial position in a reputable organization.
Age limit must be less than 55 years.
14.3.4 REMUNERATION.
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary scale.
Ref. Na EA.7/96/01/F/49 19th 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.
- 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. Deadline for application is 4th 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
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Katibu
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Public Service Recruitment
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Sekretarieti ya Ajira katika
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Secretariat,
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Utumishi wa Umma
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P. O. Box 63100
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S. L. P 63100,
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DAR ES SALAAM.
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DAR ES SALAAM.
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