TECHNICIAN GRADE II (DATABASE – CARTOGRAPHY) , GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF TANZANIA

GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF TANZANIA (GST)

The Geological Survey of Tanzania was established as a Government Executive Agency in October 2005 under The Executive Agency Act No. 30, [CAP 245] of 1997, establishment order, 2005, Government notice no: 418 published on 9/12/2005.

20.1 TECHNICIAN GRADE II (DATABASE – CARTOGRAPHY) – 2 POSTS 20.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Keep and maintain technical instruments and equipment.

• Gather and compile relevant information for map production

• Produce dyeline prints of author’s originals maps and hand colouring

- Arrange, maintain and keep records of aerial photographs, topographic maps and database

- Maintain and keep records of aerial photographs, topographic sheets and database

• Gather and compile relevant information for map production

• Digitize geotechnical maps

20.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Mineral Resources Technology or Diploma in Cartography with adequate knowledge of GIS

20.1.3 REMUNERATION

Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s Salary scale TGS C


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.