TANZANIA BUREAU OF STANDARDS JOBS AUGUST 2012

TANZANIA BUREAU OF STANDARDS (TBS)

Tanzania Bureau of Standards was established under the Ministry of Industry and Trade by an Act of Parliament, the Standards Act No.3 of 1975 as the National Standards Institute and became operational in April 1976. It was subsequently renamed Tanzania Bureau of Standards through an amendment to the Act by Act No.1 of 1977. The Standards Act No. 3 was later repealed and replaced by the Standards Act No. 2 of 2009, which gave the Bureau more powers in carrying out its mandate. Moreover, the applicants must be ready to work at any place in Tanzania.

18.1 QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER III - 5 POSTS

- Chemistry – 3 Posts

- Chemical and Processing – 2 Posts

18.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidates shall report to the Head of the Section

• To study all aspects pertaining to Inspection, Standardization, Quality Management and Certification.

• Participates in preparation, implementation, maintenance and review of quality system

• Carries out corrective and preventive actions

• May be appointed to assist in quality assurance inspections

• To ensure safety and serviceability of equipment and apparatus

• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Section

18.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• B.Sc. (First or Second Class honors) in Chemical and Process Engineering and BSc in Chemistry or equivalent from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning.

• Computer knowledge is an essential requirement

18.1.3 REMUNERATION

Attractive remuneration and fringe benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered to the right candidates.

18.2 STANDARDS OFFICER III - 4 POSTS

- Civil Engineering – 1 Post

- Mining Engineering – 1 Post

- Chemistry – 1 Post

- Food Science Technology – 1 Post

18.2.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports to the Head of Section

• To study standardization systems

• To collect essential data for formulation of standards • To draft standards

• To assist in proof reading of draft standards

• To assist in organizing technical committee meetings • Secretary of technical committees

• May be appointed to assist in quality assurance inspections

• Any other related duties as may be assigned by Head of Section

18.2.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• B.Sc. (First or Second Class honors) in Civil Engineering, Mining, Engineering, Chemistry or Food Science Technology from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning.

• Computer knowledge is an essential requirement

18.2.3 REMUNERATION

Attractive remuneration and fringe benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered to the right candidates.


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.