SIDO EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES MAY 2012

SMALL INDUSTRIES DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION (SIDO)
The Small Industries Development Organization is a Parastatal Organisation established by an act of Parliament No. 28 in 1973 to plan, Co-ordinate, Promote and Offer a variety of services to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). As part of implementing its Organisational Structure it is hereby inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced Tanzanians to immediately fill the following vacant posts of:

16.1 REGIONAL MANAGER - 3 POSTS
Reporting to Director of Training and Extension Services, the Manager is responsible for planning and implementing of regional activities monitoring and coordinating the Regional activities of the Organization within the region.

16.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Annual Work Plans and Budget: The Regional Manager will develop annual work plans and budgets for the implementation of the organization's programme in the region, which are based on regional strategies and policies.
• Programme Implementation: The Regional Manager will direct, supervise and
support the staff of the Regional Office in the implementation of the planned activities.
• Credit Management: With specific references to the micro finance services, the
Regional Manager will ensure that the approval of loans, their disbursement, repayment and management of defaults is carried out in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Regional Advisory Committee.
• Programme monitoring and reporting: The Regional Manager will ensure that an
appropriate monitoring and reporting system for the management of the office's programme is in place, and that information on the programme's performance is recorded and it is up-to-date and of a satisfactory quality.
• Demand and impact monitoring assessment: The Regional Manager will ensure that
market demand for the organization's services is monitored and that the impact on the clients is assessed
• Programme development: The Regional Manager is responsible for ensuring the
development of the office's program is in responsible to market demand and changing needs of the clients.
• Financial management and reporting: The Regional Manager will ensure that the
office's financial resources are managed and accounted for in accordance with the financial procedures and standards of the organization; and that they are used in accordance with the approved annual work plan and budget.
• Human Resources Management: The Regional Manager will identify, select and
recruit the staff of the Regional Office, and set their remuneration levels as per approved procedures.




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• Regional Advisory Committee: The Regional Manager will organize and prepare meetings of the Regional Committee, represent the office at such meeting and write the Committee reports.
• Relations and Marketing: The Regional Manager will develop and maintain relations
with the local business community, Community leaders and authorities, and with institutions which provide similar services.
• Acquisition: The Regional Manager will develop and maintain relations with potential
donors and sponsors.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Director General or the Director of Training and Extension Services.


16.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Masters degree in Business Administration or equivalent plus five (5) years working experience in the SME sector and development in a senior positions.
• Knowledge of issues concerning SME sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A business like attitudes.
• Applicants should be between 35 - 44 years old.


1.1.1 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s Salary SDEMSS 1.

16.2 PERSONAL SECRETARY GRADE II - 2 POSTS
16.2.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Maintains a diary of appointments for executive advises and reminds him of appointments.
• Takes dictation and transcribes.
• Type all kinds of correspondence, minutes, reports etc.
• Handle confidential files
• Attends visitors with courtesy, ascertain their business and relays information to the officer.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Superior.


16.2.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Certificate of Secondary Education (CSEE) with two years Secretarial course stage
III from recognized Institutions.
• Applicants should be between 25 - 40 years old.


16.2.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s Salary SDOSS 1 or
higher depending on qualifications and experience.


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16.3 CREDIT OFFICER GRADE II -1 POST
16.3.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Monitoring and coordinating the Credit activities of the Organisation within the
Region.
• Promotion of Regional Credit Services.
• Conducting credit training sessions and Programme for clients on the management of credit methodology.
• Receiving and assessing credit applications from prospective clients.
• Recommend, approval of loans, Disbursement, Maintain records, Tracking of loans, Loan follow up, Monitoring and reporting on loan portfolio performance.
• Perform any other activities as may be assigned by Supervisor.


16.3.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor degree in Business Management, Economics or Commerce.
• Awareness of issues concerning small enterprises sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A business-like attitude.
• Business experience in micro and small business development activities is an added advantage.
• Training or teaching experience and knowledge of and experience in moderation and facilitation techniques are an added advantage.
• Computer knowledge in Micro-Soft application packages (Excel, Word, Power Point, Publisher, etc.) is necessary
• Applicants should be between 25 - 40 years old.


16.3.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s Salary SDGSS 1 or
higher depending on qualifications and experience.

16.4 ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT GRADE II - 2 POSTS
16.4.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Monitoring and coordinating the Accounting/Auditing activities of the Organisation within the Region.
• Collects data and prepares budget proposals and reports.
• Maintains assets, loan and investment register.
• Prepare and interprets trial balances, balances sheets, bank reconciliation and other financial statements and reports required by law and Management.
• Prepares payroll.
• Administers tax matters and other financial obligations.
• Balances and controls general and specific accounts.



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• Checks to verify authenticity of source of payment vouchers for authorized signatories, stamps, date and amount, before payment is effected.
• Perform any other activities as may be assigned by Superior.


16.4.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor Degree in Business Management, Economics, BA (Finance/Accounting)
with experience of three years in service after attaining the qualifications.
• Awareness of issues concerning the micro, small and medium enterprises sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A business-like attitude.
• Training or teaching experience and knowledge of and experience in moderation and facilitation techniques are an added advantage.
• Computer knowledge in Micro-Soft application packages (Excel, Word, Power Point, Publisher, etc.) is necessary.
• Applicants should be between 25-40 years old.


16.4.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s Salary SDGSS 1 or
higher depending on qualifications and experience.

16.5 DRIVER GRADE II - 3 POSTS
16.5.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Drives skillfully all types of the Organisation’s motor vehicles as assigned from time
to time, in order to carry out errands.
• Checks vehicle as to fuel, oil, water and tyre pressure levels, etc.
• Keeps vehicle clean, tidy and in good running condition.
• Supervises loading and unloading of materials.
• Carries out minor adjustments and repairs and reports any major irregularities for repair by mechanics.
• Ensure that repairs and services are carried out as required on schedules.
• Ensures vehicle is used for authorized purposes only.
• And any other activities as may be assigned by Supervisor from time to time.


16.5.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Complete Secondary Education (CSEE) with Class ‘C’ driving license with two years
experience in driving.
• Applicants should be between 25 - 44 years old


16.5.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s Salary SDOSS 1, or
higher depending on qualifications and experience.

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16.6 SECURITY GUARD GRADE II - 2 POSTS
16.6.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Apprehends persons suspected of criminal and disorderly activities and reports to the Security Officer and other relevant authorities.
• Recommends security measures to safeguard the Orgnisation’s properties
effectively against theft and damage.
• Prepare work shifts for Security Guards and enforces their implementation, carries out investigations of losses, thefts, fraud, pilferage, willful damage on properties and braches of trust.
• Designs and installs procedures for the maintenance of, security and order in the organization.
• Perform any other activities as may be Supervisor.


16.6.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Certificate of Secondary Education (CSEE) and successful completion of basic militia training.
• Applicants should be between 25 – 40 years old.


16.6.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s Salary SDOSS 1or
higher depending on qualifications and experience.

16.7 ARTISAN GRADE I - 2 POSTS (ELECRTICAL)
16.7.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To operate machinery and equipment in Workshop
• To operate moulds and manufacture products
• To carry out the maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment.
• To carry out electrical installation, maintenance and repair works.
• To carry out civil works and manufacture wood products
• To undertake drafting of engineering drawing
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Supervisor

16.7.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) with Trade Test Grade III.

16.7.3 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s Salary SDOSS 1or
higher depending on qualifications and experience.

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.