DIRECTOR GENERAL THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF TANZANIA

The National Museum of Tanzania was established by The National Museum of Tanzania Act of 1980.

1.1 DIRECTOR GENERAL – 1 POST 1.1.1 REPORTING

• He/she reports to Board of the National Museum of Tanzania

1.1.2 NATURE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION

The Director General shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the National Museum of Tanzania. He/she shall be appointed by the President of the United Republic of Tanzania and be responsible to the Board of the National Museum of Tanzania for implementing the policies of the museum including planning, coordinating and controlling all functions and activities within the framework and instructions laid down by the Board in accordance with the Museum Act.

1.1.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops drafts policies for approval by the Board of the National Museum of Tanzania

• Ensures the implementation of the policies and procedures of the Museum

• Ensures liaising with other relevant bodies with the purpose of providing strategic advice on the development of technical education and training

• Organises and services meetings of the Museum, Board and Committees

• Serves as Accounting Officer of the Museum

• Directs the operations of the National Museum of Tanzania

1.1.4 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• PhD or Masters in Natural/Social Science who attained a minimum of second class
degree at undergraduate level
• A working experience of at least eight (8) years in related work
• A candidate must have published at least fifteen (15) scientific publications
1.1.5 REMUNERATION: Salary Scale PRSS 14



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 address and telephone numbers.
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this
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advertisement.

iv. The title of the position and institution applied for should be written in the subject of the application letter and 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

- 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 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.

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

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

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

xiv. Dead line for application is 10th August, 2012 at 3:30 p.m
xv. Women are highly encouraged to apply

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

xvii. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English

xviii. 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.