Careers at Workers Compensation Fund - 4/6/2016

Workers Compensation Fund is a social security institution established in accordance
with Section 5 of the Workers Compensation Act No. 20 of 2008.It is under Prime
Minister's Office which is responsible for Policy, Parliamentary Affairs, Labour,
Employment, Youth and the Disabled.

The Fund is a contributory social security scheme whose main objective is to pay
compensation benefits as a result of accidents suffered, diseases contracted or deaths
which arise out of and in the course of employment in accordance with relevant
provision of the Workers Compensation Act.

The Fund started its operations on 1st July 2015. All employers in the public and private
sectors in Mainland Tanzania are compulsorily required to contribute to the Fund.

1.1.1 DIRECTOR OF FINANCE, PLANNING AND INVESTMENT – 1 POST

1.1.2 JOB PURPOSE
Oversee matters related to finance, planning and research and investment within the
Fund.
1.1.3 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 Oversee and recommend formulation of policies, regulations and procedures to
guide the administration of finance, planning and investment functions within the
Fund.
 Oversee preparation of financial statements, financial reports and special
analyses.
 Oversee preparation and consolidation of the departmental budgets.
 Recommend and coordinate improvements in automated financial and
management information systems for the Fund.
 Oversee and monitor cash flows and working capital position of the Fund.
 Oversee preparation and implementation of the Fund’s Corporate Plan.
 Oversee implementation of the Corporate Plan and report on performance.
 Oversee development of Investment Policy consistent with the Regulator’s
Guidelines.
 Oversee analysis of investment proposals which are being considered by the
Fund.
 Oversee feasibility studies and appraisals for investment in new areas.
 Coordinate the preparation of the Fund’s annual plans and targets.
 Coordinate and supervise the investment portfolio management, investment risk
management and financial analysis.
 Prepare projects implementation schedules, monitor and report to management
on progress with reference to agreed time frames.
 Prepare and submit performance reports as required by authorities from time to
time.
 Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Director General.
1.1.4 QUALIFICATIONS
 Holder of a Master’s Degree in Economics, Statistics, Finance, Business
Administration majoring in Finance or Economics, or Statistics from recognised
Institutions. He must also have CPA (T) or equivalent professional qualifications.
 Must have a working experience of at least seven years, of which at least three
years should be in a managerial position.
 Possess problem solving skills.

2.0 HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION UNIT
– 1 POST

2.1 JOB PURPOSE
Plan, direct, and coordinate human resource management activities of the Fund with a
view to maximize the strategic use of human resources and oversee all human
resources management and administration functions.
2.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 Oversee the formulation and review of human resource policies, regulations and
procedures and ensure their adherence.
 Advise the management on human resource management issues.
 Oversee preparations of human resources plans.
 Oversee adherence to labour laws and regulations.
 Oversee all industrial relations matters and ensure that the fund is properly
represented when interfacing with internal and external parties on employeerelated
matters.
 Oversee implementation of performance management systems.
 Oversee all human resource functions.
 Oversee employee welfare issues.
 Oversee maintenance of office facilities and estates.
 Administer logistical issues during meetings.
 Prepare and submit performance reports as required by authorities from time to
time.
 Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the director general.
2.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS
 Holder of a Master’s Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration,
Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
 Must have a working experience of at least five years, of which at least two years
should be in a senior position in the relevant field.

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 and telephone numbers.
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
iv. 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
v. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
vi. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.
vii. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will
necessitate to legal action
viii. Applicants employed in the public service should route their application letters
through their respective employers.
ix. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should
not apply.
x. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
xi. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for ordinary or advanced level
education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania
(NECTA)
xii. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania
Commission for Universities (TCU)
xiii.The attachments shall include one recent passport size photos; certified copies
of academic certificates, transcripts and the applicant’s birth certificate.
xiv. Deadline for application is 19th April, 2016
xv. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate
xvi. Women are highly encouraged to apply
xvii. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview
xviii. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English
i. All applications must be sent through Recruitment Portal by using the
following address; http://portal.ajira.go.tz/ (This address can also be
found at PSRS Website, Click ‘Recruitment Portal’)
ii.IMPORTANT: REMEMBER TO ATTACH YOUR APPLICATION LETTER. IT
SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO: THE SECRETARY, PRESIDENTS OFFICE PUBLIC
SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIET, P.O.BOX 63100, DAR ES SALAAM.