TANZANIA ATOMIC ENERGY COMMISSION JOBS AUGUST 2012

TANZANIA ATOMIC ENERGY COMMISSION (TAEC)

The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission is a Regulatory and Service Parastatal Organization established under the Atomic Energy Act No. 7 of 2003, which became effective on 1st July 2004. The Commission has been mandated to regulate and supervise the use of Atomic Energy and Nuclear Technology so as to protect workers, patients, the public and the environment from harmful effects of both Ionizing and Non-Ionizing Radiation. Further to this TAEC has been mandated to co-ordinate and facilitate the promotion of Nuclear Technology and the safe and peaceful utilization of Atomic Energy.

16.1 RADIATION HEALTH PHYSICS RESEARCH OFFICER I - 1 POST-READVERTISED

16.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the regional and international dose inter comparisons

• Responsible for dosimetry and calibration of radiation measuring systems and interpretation of results.

• Implementation and co-ordination of radiation protection services.

• Perform research activities for the improvement of radiation protection services.

• Establish and maintain registers and computer database for radiation sources, licenses and various practices, which shall be kept up to date;

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• Formulate and implement appropriate procedures for informing licensees and the public about radiation safety aspects of the regulated practices;

• Perform any other related duties assigned by his/her seniors

16.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Masters Degree in either Nuclear Sciences, Physics, Radiological Health, Medical Physics, Radiation Protection, Mining Engineering, Geology, Nuclear Engineering or Radiation Physics.

• Three (3) years experience in relevant field will be an added advantage.

16.1.3 REMUNERATION

Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s Salary scale PRSS 5


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.