PRINCIPAL COMPUTER PROGRAMMER - TANZANIA COMMISSION FOR UNIVERSITIES

THE TANZANIA COMMISSION FOR UNIVERSITIES (TCU)

The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) is a Government agency responsible for the regulation, promotion and quality assurance of universities, their programmes, staff, students and awards. The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) was established on 1st July2005, under the Universities Act No. 7 of 2005 (Chapter 346 of the Laws of Tanzania) to succeed the former Higher Education Accreditation Council which had been in operation since 1995.

15.1 1 POST- READVERTISED

15.1.1 REPORTS TO: DEPUTY EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

15.1.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Expected to conduct system analysis and development, with limited support from professional staff, to keep TCU systems current with changing technologies;

• Capable of software programme development and analysis of current programs including performance, diagnosis and troubleshooting of problems and designing solutions to problematic programming. Website design and networking;

• Installing, configure and testing new versions of the Data Base Management System (DBMS) in both Windows and Linux platforms;

• Establishing the needs of users and monitoring user access and security in various Databases within TCU;

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• Performing any other function as directed by the Deputy Executive Secretary.

15.1.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have at least a Masters degree in computer programming and systems design and development from a recognized university level institution;

• Advanced understanding and experience with object oriented programming languages such as php, C#, and NET framework experience;

• Strong and effective inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of clients and staff;

• Strong competence in Structural Query Language is a must;

• Professional certifications in Software Development, Web development or database Administration shall be an added advantage;

• Not less than 3 years of experience at Software/database developer in MySQL, Oracle or Ms SQL Server.

• At least 3 years of experience in Business Intelligent Technologies.

15.1.4 REMUNERATION

Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s Salary awaits the successful candidate.


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.