SENIOR RESEARCH OFFICER II – (1 POST) RE-ADVERTISED

TANZANIA WILDLIFE RESEARCH INSTITUTE (TAWIRI)

The Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute (TAWIRI) was established by Act of Parliament of the United Republic of Tanzania No. 4 of 1980, under the name

“Serengeti Wildlife Research Institute” (SWRI), with the overall responsibility of carrying out, coordinating and supervising all wildlife research in the country. The original name of the Institute was changed from SWRI to TAWIRI in 1999, by the Act of Parliament No.10, to give its broader meaning and mandate on wildlife research throughout the country.

14.1 SENIOR RESEARCH OFFICER II – (1 POST) RE-ADVERTISED

14.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in research of the institute and dissemination of results in collaboration with other local and visiting scientists,

• Appraise staff performance under his charge and recommend their advancement to head of division,

• Prepare progress reports of programmes/projects of the section,

• Carrying out independent research work,

• Preparing regular report on ongoing/complete research projects,

• Undertaking specific research projects,

• Supervising on-going research projects and junior staff.

14.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s Degree in Zoology, Wildlife Ecology and related fields with a minimum of an Upper Second Class Honors degree at undergraduate level and working experience of six (6) years.

• Knowledge on small mammals will be an added advantage.

REMUNERATION

• Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s Salary Scale

PRSS 7/8.

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 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 examination bodies for ordinary or advanced level education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA)

xiv. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)

xv. Dead line for application is 15th October, 2013 at 3:30 p.m

xvi. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate

xvii. Women are highly encouraged to apply

xviii. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview

xix. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English

xx. 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.