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THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA

PRESIDENTS OFFICE
PUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIAT

Ref. Na EA.7/96/01/H/07 03
rd.
October, 2014

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT
On behalf of The Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC), Public Service Recruitment
Secretariat invites qualified Tanzanians to fill 5 vacant posts in the above Public
Institution.

NB: GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old, however,
applicants for senior positions who are above 45 years old and are currently employed
in the public service should route their application letters through their respective
employers.
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. 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

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- 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
30
th
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. Deadline for application is 17
th
October, 2014 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.

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, UtumishiwaUmma
P. O. Box 63100 S. L. P 63100,
DAR ES SALAAM. DAR ES SALAAM.


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1.0 TANZANIA INVESTMENT CENTRE
The Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC) is the Primary Agency of the Government
established in 1997 by an Act of Parliament No. 26, with the mandate to coordinate,
encourage, promote and facilitate investment in Tanzania
1.1 SENIOR INVESTMENT PROMOTION/FACILITATION OFFICER -1 POST.
1.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare outward and inward business mission
Promote Tanzanias local projects and investment opportunities in various
international and local exhibitions
Participate in international and local investment forums and workshop
Prepare bankable projects profiles of Tanzanians seeking various forms of
collaboration with foreign companies
Conduct district investment and entrepreneurship seminars in order to encourage
Tanzanians to register their investment projects with tic, so that they enjoy
investment incentives
Prepare regional investment forums in cooperation with regional leadership in
order to promote investment opportunities available in the regions
Compile information and prepare various promotional materials such as
brochures, booklets etc to be used in different investment promotion activities in
Tanzania and abroad
Collect information from government mdas and disseminate to potential investors
Create a data base of local companies/projects seeking various forms of
collaboration from abroad (such as jv, market access, technology transfer, buy
back arrangement etc)
Prepare departmental reports and board papers
Provide information on investment climate and opportunities in Tanzania to local
and foreign investors
Respond potential investors enquires by email, phone and to those who visit
physically
Prepare and make presentations on Tanzania investment climate and
opportunities in various forums
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Manage business delegation and facilitate their appointments with various
government ministries and institutions
Target investor in specific sectors to be assigned by the director of investment
promotion

1.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor Degree in either in Economics, Statistics, Marketing or Business
Administration from recognized institution.
A postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
Minimum of three (3) years working experience in relevant field.

1.1.3 REMUNERATION.
Remuneration package in accordance with the institution`s salary scale TIC
GS.10/11

1.2 PROCUREMENT OFFICER 1 POST
1.1.4 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain details of warehouse records and equipment
Liaise with user departments on stores requirements
Plan and execute an efficient procurement and supplies management system
Prepare and recommend future requirements for storage equipment, buildings,
yards and layout
Assist the Principal supplies Officer in administering the stores section
Ensure appropriate stores records on purchases and issues are maintained
Prepare tender documents according to specification and procedure with the view
to availing the public with the right needs/requirement of the centre
Ensures reconciliation of all store records with accounts for audit purposes;
Advises on matters related to purchasing, supplies and store;
Prepare progress and final reports on the status of the section
Perform any other duties assigned by Senior Staff

1.1.5 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor Degree in Procurement/Supplies or Material management or equivalent
standards for recognized higher learning institutions with CSP.
A postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
Minimum of three years working experience in relevant field

1.1.6 REMUNERATION.
Remuneration package in accordance with the institution`s salary scale TIC
GS.9/10

1.3 ACCOUNTANT I 1 POST
1.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure that all accounting documents are properly filled
Control and preparation of accounts up to Trial balance
Prepare invoices from bills
Prepare monthly pay slips for each employee and keeping records and pay-roll
register
Remit net salaries to the employees respective banks
Maintain the employees ledge for staff advances, loans and duty travel imprests
Follow up on outstanding amounts
Maintain registers for debtors accurately and up-to date
Be responsible for banking or all cheques coming into the Centre
Perform any other duties assigned by finance and Accounts Manager

1.1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.
Bachelor Degree in Accounting.
CPA holder or equivalent standards and must be registered with NBAA.
A postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
Minimum of three years working experience in relevant field.




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1.1.3 REMUNERATION.
Remuneration package in accordance with the institution`s salary scale TIC
GS.9/10

1.4 PERSONAL SECRETARY GRADE II 1 POST
1.1.4 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Types both open and confidential letters/matters
Maintains a diary of appointment for the executive, advising him of available time
and reminding him/her of appointments as requested
Receives all visitors with courtesy and decorum, ascertain the nature of the visitors
business and relays information to the officer
Answers telephone calls and intercom, giving information to callers or routing
callers to appropriate officials
Files 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, messenger services and other related functions
Draft letters of simple routine nature
Attends to routine safari arrangements as requested. Makes and confirms
transport and hotel booking for the executives
Relays oral messages and instructions from executives to his subordinates
Co-ordinates all office needs and requirements
Takes proper care of facilities, equipment and documents
Performs other duties as may be assigned by superiors

1.1.5 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Advanced Secondary School Certificate and Certificate in Secretarial Duties from
recognized Institution.
A Diploma in Secretarial qualification will be an added advantage.
A minimum of three years working experience in relevant field.


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1.1.6 REMUNERATION.
Remuneration package in accordance with the institution`s salary scale TIC GS.6

1.5 TELEPHONE OPERATOR GRADE II
1.1.7 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintenance and up-keeping of Switchboard
Receives in-coming telephone calls and relays them to officers concerned
Makes internal and international calls as and when required by authorized officers
Makes regular request for maintenance and repair of switchboard
Records in telephone register all official and private calls and submit them to the
office supervisor

1.1.8 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Certificate of Secondary Education with a one year Certificate in telephone
operation or advanced passes with a certificate in telephone operation or front
desk/reception administration form recognized institutions.
At least three years relevant work experience in similar position.

1.1.9 REMUNERATION.
Remuneration package in accordance with the institution`s salary scale TIC GS.5




X.M. DAUDI
Secretary
Public Service Recruitment Secretariat