TCRA Principal Research Officer II

The Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA), a quasi independent Government Body established under the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority Act No.12 of 2003 to regulate communications and broadcasting sectors in Tanzania, hereby invites applications from suitably qualified Tanzanians to fill the following vacant post in its establishment:-

Job Purpose

To provide support to the Manager, Planning, Research and Risk Management in coordinating, developing, conducting and managing high- quality and innovative research in Information and Communications Technologies and related fields.

Person Specifications A: Essential

Qualifications

A Masters Degree in Information and Communication Technologies; Telecommunications Economics, Statistics, Natural Sciences, Business Administration or equivalent.

Experience

A minimum of five years post qualification experience in research work demonstrated by possession of at least three public publications in peer reviewed Journals

Skills/ Abilities

Excellent analytical skills;

Excellent command of English and Kiswahili languages;

Advanced knowledge of data analytic techniques using various soft ware’s such as SPSS, MaxDa, Stataand SAP as well as micro l computer applications (Microsoft word, excel, PowerPoint etc.) and the internet;

Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a team player;

Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and manage delicate tasks;

Results and performance-driven with commitment to realization of the Authority’s Strategic objectives;

Proactive, attention to detail, ability to work under pressure

B: Desirable

A PhD in ICT related field or postgraduate qualifications in ICTs Policy and Regulation

Duties and Responsibilities

Reports to the Manager, Planning, Research and Risk Management Unit

Assists the Manager in implementation of the research function in the Authority and sector at large; liaises with universities and research institutions and solicit their collaboration in research aimed at promotion of information and communication technologies; conducts studies with the objective of identifying the impact of sectoral policies and legislation on private sector participation in investment and service provision in the sector; conducts economic studies and industrial surveys on emerging technologies collects, analyzes and evaluates statistical data and information on economic and social factors which affect the communications sector; performs other related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Application Instructions:

All applications including copies of relevant certificates and latest O/s should be addressed to the undersigned so as to reach him not later than 16th August 2013. The 0/ should include addresses of two referees one of them being the current or latest employer. The post applied for should be clearly marked on top of the envelope. TCRA is an equal opportunity employer.

Director General,

Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority,

 P.O. Box 474,

Dar Es Salaam