Jobs at UNESCO National Commission -Tanzania , 28 Sep 2015

The UNESCO National Commission of the United Republic of Tanzania has been newly established as an autonomous organization through the UNESCO' National Commission Act No. 7 of 2008. The Commission acts as the principle link between UNESCO' and the government in order to engage departments working in all areas of UNESCO' competence that is, Education, Natural Science, Social and Human Science, Culture and, Communication and Information. '

The Commission invites qualified Tanzanians to fill vacant posts as follows:

1.Programme Officer II (x 5)

Progamme Officer- Education (1), Programme Officer- Natural Sciences (1) , Programme Officer -Human and Social Sciences (1) Programme Officer -Culture (1) and Programme Office- Communication and Information (1)

Qualifications

Degree or equivalent qualifications relevant to UNESCO"s fields of competence (Education,

Natural Science, Social and Human Science, Culture, and Communication and Information).

Must be computer literate

At least 3 years working experience in a similar role

Duties and responsibilities of Programme Officers

Supervision and preparation of project proposals for submission to UNESCO' under Participation, Regular, Funds in Trust and Co - Action programmes,

To coordinate implementation and execution of UNESCO' major programmes,

To coordinate UNESCO' specialized programmes in UNESCO"s field of competence e.g. Man and Biosphere· programme (MAB), Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme (IHP), Tangible and Intangible Cultural Heritage, etc.

To coordinate, in relevant Sector’s Experts’ Committee meetings,

To participate in the preparations of the UNESCO Draft Programmes and Budget,

To participate in the Preparation of country paper to the UNESCO' General Conference,

To prepare contracts/agreements for disbursement and management of project funds,

To supervise implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects,

Secretary of Experts Committee for relevant sector Programmes

Performs any other duties as may be assigned by authorities.

GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR ALL APPLICANTS

AII applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old

Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers and, copies of Academic transcript and certificates.

Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.

The title of the position applied for should be written in the subject of the application letter and marked on the envelope;

One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.

FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED

Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.

Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action

Applicants currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.

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. .

Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.

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

Dead line for application is 5th October, 2015 at 3:30 p.m

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

Application letters should be written in English

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS NOT
ACCEPTABLE:

Executive Secretary
UNESCO National Commission,
P. O. Box 20384,
Dar es Salaam