GCLA JOBS MAY 2012

GOVERNMENT CHEMIST LABORATORY AGENCY (GCLA)
The Laboratory is an Executive Agency of the Government which has mandated in the Executive Agencies Act No.30 of 1997 and the Establishment Order GN No 106 of 2000. The Agency offers specialist analytical services in Foods and Drugs Quality Control, Forensic Science Services and Chemicals Management.


11.1 DIRECTOR (FORENSIC AND DNA SCIENCE SERVICES DEPARTMENT) - 1 POST
11.1.1 DUTY STATION: HEAD OFFICE DSM
11.1.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To facilitate analysis of seized materials to establish their nature/ identity;



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• To facilitate toxicological analysis on different exhibits to establish cause of death or injuries;
• To facilitate DNA analysis on evidence, paternity and research samples;
• To supervise and approves the technical reports;
• To develop complete, up-to-date procedures manuals that are available and followed by all personnel performing tests;
• To supervise establishment of DNA National data base;
• To supervise the use of human DNA database by respective stakeholder; and
• To represent the GCLA in court proceedings
• To develop and implement standard operating procedures;
• To review and validate analytical methodologies and maintain quality assurance program;


11.1.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Msc. in either Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Toxicology or Forensic Science from a recognized higher learning institution. At least twelve (12) years working experience in the related field, five (5) of which should be in a managerial position


11.1.4 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale GCS. 11


11.2 DIRECTOR (PRODUCT QUALITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT) – 1POST
11.2.1 DUTY STATION: HEAD OFFICE DSM
11.2.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To analyze processed and unprocessed Food, drugs/ pharmaceuticals and their raw materials and Traditional medicine to establish their quality and safety;
• To perform Microbiological examination on different samples such as water, food, pharmaceuticals and their raw materials;
• To carry out analysis/tests of chemical and environmental samples;
• To carry out instrumental analysis of different samples and maintenance of instruments and equipment;
• To prepare of technical reports and provision of consultancy services in the fields of food, drugs, microbiology, chemical and environmental pollution;
• To develop and implement standard operating procedures;
• To review and validate analytical methodologies and maintain quality assurance program;
• To represent the GCLA in court proceedings; and
• To develop and implement Division plans and budgets.




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11.2.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Msc. in either Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Toxicology or Forensic Science from a recognized higher learning institution. Should have at least twelve (12) years working experience in the related field, five (5) of which should be in a managerial position. He/she must be a principal Chemist


11.2.4 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale GCS. 11


11.3 DIRECTOR (CHEMICALS MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT) - 1POST
11.3.1 DUTY STATION: HEAD OFFICE DSM
11.3.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To assess and register chemicals, premises, facilities and chemical businesses;
• To promote compliance to the Industrial and Consumer Chemicals (Management and Control) Act No. 3 of 2003 ;
• To develop and maintain database of companies, chemicals and premises;
• To facilitate Inspection of all establishments where production, importation, storage and handling of chemicals are undertaken;
• To develop and assess Contingency Plans, Risk Assessment and Risk management programmes;
• To develop and implement training programmes on Risk Assessment and Risk
Management;
• To facilitate Implementation of programmes for management of hazardous chemicals under the Chemicals Legislation and international Agreements;
• To facilitate Chemicals Management Committees meetings;
• To represent the GCLA in court proceedings; and
• To develop and implement departmental plans and budgets.


11.3.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Msc. in either Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Toxicology or Forensic Science from a recognized higher learning institution. Should have at least twelve (12) years working experience in the related field, five (5) of which should be in a managerial position


11.3.4 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale GCS. 11


11.4 DIRECTOR (BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT) - 1 POST
11.4.1 DUTY STATION: HEAD OFFICE DSM
11.4.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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• To coordinate planning, monitoring and evaluation of the organization activities and strategies;
• To coordinate and control finance, material and maintain human recourses;
• To assess customer needs and initiate research and development to meet them;
• To promote organizations business; and
• To promote and maintain Information and communication technology of the organization


11.4.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Masters Degree in Business Administration and/or Financial Management and Accounting. At least twelve (12) years-working experience in the related field, three (3) years of which should be in managerial position.


11.4.4 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale GCS. 11


11.5 ZONAL MANAGERS - 2 POSTS
• Northern Zone Laboratory Arusha 1Post
• Southern Highlands Zone Laboratory Mbeya1Post
11.5.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To take part in preparation and submission of strategic and business plans and associated budgets.
• To implement the approved plans, including the achievement of performance targets.
• To organize and manage the assets and resources allocated to him/her, efficiently, effectively, economically and in accordance with the principles of fairness and equality s outlined in Government policy.
• To provide to the Chief Government Chemist of such information as required enabling performance to be monitored.
• To coordinate and prepare Annual Reports and submit to Chief Government
Chemist.
• The enforcement of the Industrial and Consumer Chemicals (Management and
Control) Act No. 3 of 2003 and a Register.
• To analyze processed and unprocessed Food, drugs/ pharmaceuticals and their raw materials and Traditional medicine to establish their quality and safety;
• To carry out Microbiological examination on different samples such as water, food, pharmaceuticals and their raw materials;
• To carry out analysis/tests of chemical and environmental samples;
• To carry out instrumental analysis of different samples and maintenance of instruments and equipment;


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• To Prepare of technical reports and provision of consultancy services in the fields of food, drugs, microbiology, chemical and environmental pollution;
• To develop and implement standard operating procedures;
• To review and validate analytical methodologies and maintain quality assurance program;
• To represent the GCLA in court proceedings; and
• To develop and Implement Zonal Laboratory plans and budgets.


11.5.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Masters Degree in Analytical Chemistry, Instrumentation, Food Science and Technology, Microbiology from recognized higher learning institutions. Should have at least twelve (12) years –working experience in related field, three (3) of which should be in managerial position.


11.5.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale GCS. 10


11.6 PRINCIPAL LEGAL OFFICER II – 1POST
11.6.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Will perform all duties of Senior Legal Officer and the following added responsibilities.
• To send hearing notification and summons to parties and witnesses;
• To oversee documents and correspondences of assigned cases and ensures that they are properly organized for submission to the Rector;
• To draft prescribed legal documents required by the Agency and submit them to the respective supervisor for approval;
• To supervise junior staff in the unit/section and
• To disseminate the legal research report.


11.6.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Masters Degree in Law from a recognized institution. Must be computer literate, be registered as an Advocate and working experience of at least ten (10) years in the field.


11.6.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale GCS. 7


11.7 PRINCIPAL COMPUTER SYSTEM ANALYSTS II – 1 POST
11.7.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Will perform all duties of Senior Computer System Analyst with the following added responsibilities.

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• To investigate, recommend and install enhancement, and operating procedures that optimize network availability..
• To maintain confidentiality with regard to information being processed, stalled or assessed by the network.
• Ensure timely user notification of maintenance, requirements and effects on system availability.
• Ensuring security of access of GCLA computers systems.
• Monitors the performance of the network and troubleshoot any problems.
• To supervise junior staff


11.7.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Masters Degree in computer Sciences or information Communication Technology (ICT) from recognized higher learning institutions, with an experience of ten (10) years working in related field.


11.7.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale GCS. 7


11.8 SENIOR ACCOUNTANT – 1POST
11.8.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To check and verify invoices and bills
• To respond to audit queries
• To verify payroll and data sheet
• To control and manage debtors and creditors account
• To verify fixed assets and reconcile the same between general ledger and fixed assets.


11.8.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• CPA (T) or equivalent qualifications recognized with National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) with seven (7) years working experience as an accountant.


11.8.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale GCS. 6


11.9 SENIOR SUPPLIES OFFICER – 1POST
11.9.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To develop appropriate systems, procedures and guidelines for the procurement secretariat and tender Board;
• To evaluate bids for high value and specialized procurement;
• To coordinate contract administration including preparation of contracts and issuing approved contracts;

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• To supervise Store or purchasing Section;
• To co-ordinate and control purchasing and procurement of service
• To coordinate with user departments in preparation of procurement plan
• To prepare negotiation and disposal plans.
• To prepare report on contract management implementation and performance;
• To maintain proper record keeping for audit requirement;
• To coordinate opening tenders for high value and highly specialized procurement;
• To manage stock levels and give out supplies from stock;
• To supervise purchasing, warehousing and inventory functions;
• To ensure compliance with the public Procurement Act, its Regulations and
Guidelines
• To supervise junior staff


11.9.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Masters Degree in Materials Management or Business Administration from recognized institution with at least seven (7) years working experience in similar field. Must be registered by Procurement and Supplies Board


11.9.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale GCS. 6


11.10 CHEMICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST II – 3 POSTS
11.10.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To prepare chemicals and reagents.
• To prepare sampling and analytical facilities.
• To clean apparatus, equipment and the working benches.
• To perform chemicals and premises inspection and sampling.


11.10.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Ordinary Diploma or equivalent in Laboratory Technology from recognized learning institutions.


11.10.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale TGHS. B


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; short of which will make the application invalid.
v. The title of the position and institution applied for should be marked on the envelope; short of which will make the application invalid.
vi. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic certificates:
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts.
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- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
- Computer Certificate
- Professional certificates from respective boards
- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.
vii. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
viii. Transcripts, Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.
ix. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action
x. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.
xi. 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.
xii. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.
xiii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
xiv. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
xv. Dead line for application is 11th June, 2012 at 3:30 p.m
xvi. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English
xvii. 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.