CHIEF EXECUTIVE - NATIONAL HOUSING AND BUILDING RESEARCH AGENCY

The National Housing and Building Research Agency (NHBRA) is an Executive Agency established by the Executive Agency Act No. 30 0f 1997 and is charged with day to day management of Housing and building research in Tanzania under the ministry of Lands, Housing and Human Settlements Development. The Agency aim at improving the standards of human settlements and therefore the quality of the rural and urban community, and hence promote the socio-economic development of the country.

2.1 CHIEF EXECUTIVE - RE-ADVERTISED 2.1.1 REPORTS TO

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Lands, Housing and Human Settlements Development; working under the Permanent Secretary general supervision.

2.1.2 NATURE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION

The Chief Executive Officer shall be the head of the Agency and will oversee the day to day operations of NHBRA. He/she shall be responsible for the proper management of

NHBRA’S funds, property, personnel and activities.

2.1.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chief Executive shall be the Agency’s Accounting Officer with the following, financial responsibilities (as provided for in his Framework Document and the Order establishing the special fund for the Agency under the Public Finance Act, the Executive Agencies Act

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and its Regulations): This will include alignment of the Agency strategy with the vision and strategy of the Government of Tanzania. He/she shall perform functions in accordance with an Annual Performance Agreement between him/her and the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Lands. He/she shall perform the following functions.

· Lead the development of the Agency and manage the day to day operations.

· Prepare and implement strategic and business plans and associated budgets and policy of the Agency.

· Prepare and implement a technical research programme according to the Agency’s plan.

· Mobilise and manage effectively the Agency’s resources and budget.

· Promote NHBRA Services.

· Recruit, appoint and manage effectively employees of the NHBRA.

2.1.4 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

· Doctorate or Masters Degree in Natural Sciences or Social Sciences from a recognised University or College.

· At least five (5) years working experience in management level in recognised research institution.

· Sound capability in leadership and managerial skills.

· Not below 40 and not above 55 years of age.

· Experience in NHBRA functions is an added advantage.

2.1.5 REMUNERATION

The successful candidate will be offered attractive remuneration package commensurate with the Agency’s remuneration schemes


GENERAL CONDITIONS

i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania

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 observe the age limit indicated for each position.

iv. The title of the position applied for should be 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

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

xi. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.

xii. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)

xiii. Dead line for application is 13th April, 2012 at 3:30 p.m

xiv. Application letters should be written in English


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

Secretary,

Public Service Recruitment Secretariat, P.O. Box 63100,

DAR ES SALAAM.


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