CHEMIST II- 2 POSTS , GOVERNMENT CHEMIST LABORATORY AGENCY

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.

10.1 CHEMIST II- 2 POSTS

10.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 Analyze chemical and microbiological quality samples
 Analyze forensic and toxicological samples
 Prepared and standardize chemicals and reagents
 Draft analytical reports
 Collect samples for laboratory analysis
10.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
 Bachelor degree either in molecular biology, chemistry, biochemistry, forensic toxicology, forensic chemistry, forensic biology/dna, chemical and process or biochemical engineering,
10.1.3 REMUNIRATION
 Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary scale: GCS 5.1
10.2 LABORATORY ATTENDANT- 2 POSTS
10.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 Keep laboratory and surroundings clean
 Maintain safety/security of the working tools and utilities
Facilitate movement of samples and/or exhibits
 Perform other duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor
10.3.1 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
 Secondary education certificate who has attained a one year laboratory training course from recognized institutions
10.3.2 REMUNIRATION
 Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution‟s salary scale: GCS1.1

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 and telephone numbers.
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
iv. 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
v. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
vi. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.
vii. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will
necessitate to legal action
viii. Applicants employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.
ix. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.
x. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
xi. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for ordinary or advanced level education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA)
xii. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
xiii. The attachments shall include one recent passport size photos; certified copies of academic certificates, transcripts and the applicant’s birth certificate. This shall also include submission of certificate or application of registration by VCT or MCT.
xiv. Deadline for application is 24th March, 2016
xv. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate
xvi. Women are highly encouraged to apply
xvii. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview
xviii. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English
i. All applications must be sent through Recruitment Portal by using the following address;http://portal.ajira.go.tz/ (This address can also be found at PSRS Website, Click ‘Recruitment Portal’)
ii. IMPORTANT: REMEMBER TO ATTACH YOUR APPLICATION LETTER. IT SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO: THE SECRETARY, PRESIDENTS OFFICE PUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIET, P.O.BOX 63100, DAR ES SALAAM.