TAWIRI JOBS MARCH 2012

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.

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

7.1.1 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.

7.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

· Masters 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 added advantage.

7.1.3 REMUNERATION

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

PRSS 7/8.

7.2 RESEARCH OFFICER II – 1 POST– (READVERTISED)

7.2.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Plan and develop research proposals.

· Undertake research activities in accordance with the approved programs.

· Supervise and develop subordinates.

· Under the guidance of senior research officers and in collaboration with

stakeholder institutions, the officer will participate in initiating and formulating

research projects.

· Perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

7.2.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

· Masters Degree in Zoology, Wildlife Ecology and related fields with a minimum of

an Upper Second Class Honors degree at undergraduate level biasness in biology

will be added advantage.

7.2.3 REMUNERATION

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

PRSS 3/4

7.3 RESEARCH ASSISTANT II - 1 POST – (RE-ADVERTISED)

7.3.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Assist in routine field studies, which may involve laboratory analysis.

· Assist research scientists in their day-to-day research activities including scientific

investigation and field observations.

· Assist in data collection and help in research projects generally.

· Perform other duties assigned.

7.3.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology, wildlife ecology, biotechnology with a

minimum of upper second class.

7.3.3 REMUNERATION

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

PRSS 1/2

7.4 PERSONAL SECRETARY I - 1 POST – (READVERTISED)

7.4.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Type both open and confidential letters/matters.

· Maintain a diary of appointments for the executives, advising them of available

time and reminding them of appointments as requested.

· Receive all visitors with courtesy and decorum, ascertain the nature of the visitor’s

business and relay information to his/her officer.

· Answer telephone calls and intercom, giving information to callers or routing calls

to appropriate officials.

· File minutes, correspondence and other documents.

· Assumes responsibility for ensuring that there is adequate efficiency in day-to-day

operation of office functions e.g. supply of stationery, cleanliness, decorum,

dispatch and receipt of mail.

· Make and confirm transport and hotel bookings for the executives.

· Relay oral messages and instructions from executives to his subordinates.

· Perform other duties as may be assigned.

7.4.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

· Diploma in Secretarial Course who has passed Secretarial Examination from a

recognised Institution and has passed Shorthand 100/120 w.p.m in English or

Swahili with three (3) years working experience.

7.4.3 REMUNERATION

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

PGSS 6

7.5 MACHINE TECHNICIAN - MECHANICS - 1 POST – (RE-ADVERTISED)

7.5.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Perform supervisory duties of the institution's motor vehicle section.

· Undertake routine checkup of motor vehicles and motorcycles.

· Servicing the institute’s motor vehicles.

· Ensuring that motor vehicles and their accessories are in good condition.

· Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisors.

7.5.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

· Diploma in Mechanics from a recognised Institution.

7.5.3 REMUNERATION

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

PGSS 6

Ref. Na EA.7/96/01/D/24 26th March, 2013

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.

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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 Universities should be verified by Tanzania

Commission for Universities (TCU)

xiv. Dead line for application is 9th April, 2013 at 3:30 p.m

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 the date for interview

xviii. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English

xix. 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.