DAR ES SALAAM UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

P.O. Box 2329

Dar es Salaam
Tanzania.

A Constituent College of the University of Dar Es Salaam

Gen: 022-2850993,Tel: 022 2850072

Fax 022-2850072,E-mail: duce@udsm.ac.tz

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Tanzanians to fill the following vacant positions at the Dar es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE) situated at Changombe, Temeke District in Dar es Salaam.

1.

Job Title: Assistant Lecturer (2 posts)

Area of Specialization

Literature

(a) Qualifications and Experience:

Applicant must be a holder of a Masters Degree with a minimum
GPA of 4.0 and overall GPA of 3.8 or higher in Undergraduate
Degree from a recognized University with a minimum score of B+
in the relevant subject.

5. Job Title: Assistant Education Officer II (1 Post) - Readvertized

Areas of specialization
Chemistry and Biology (1)

(a) Qualifications and Experience:

Form VI plus Diploma in Education with relevant working
experience of at least three years.

(b) Duties and Responsibilities

(i) To undergo an induction course in pedagogic skills for those
who had none before;
(ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and
practicals for undergraduate programmes;
(iii) To prepare and present case studies;
(iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
(v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and

provide help and support;
(vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
supervision;
(vii) To attend workshops, conferences and symposia; and
(viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the
relevant authorities.

(b) Duties and Responsibilities

(i) To give instructions in ones specialised content subject;
(ii) To prepare plan of work, course preparation, teaching aids,
pupil exercises, tests and examinations;
(iii) To supervise school examinations and to report to the school
management;
(iv) To keep and control all school resources;
(v) To prepare and submit reports to higher authorities;
(vi) To encourage, supervise, follow up on school attendance of
students and report to the school Management and parents/
guardians;
(vii) To care for the students welfare in and outside the classroom;
(viii) To provide guidance and counselling; and
(ix) To perform any other duties as may be assigned by ones
reporting officer.

(c)

Salary Scale: PUTS 2

(c)

Salary Scale: PTSS 8

2.

Job Title: Tutorial Assistant (20 posts) 1 Post Re-advertized

6.

Job Title: Planning Officer II (1 Post)

Areas of Specialization
(i) Faculty of Education

Education/Kiswahili (1)

Education/Literature (1)

Education/French (1)

Philosophy of Education (1)

Education/Physics (1)
(ii) Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Literature (3)

French (1)

Political Science (2)

Economics (2) 1 Post Re-advertised

History (1)

Linguistics (1)

Kiswahili (1)
(iii) Faculty of Science

Informatics (3)

Animal Physiology (1)

(a) Qualifications:
Holder of a Bachelors Degree in any of the following:- Economics,
Educational Planning, Management, Engineering Management,
Statistics, Architecture, Human Resource Management, Public
Administration, Systems Analysis and any other relevant field.

(a) Qualifications:
Applicant must be a holder of a Bachelor Degree from a
recognized University with a minimum GPA of 3.8 or higher with a
minimum score of B+ in the relevant subject.

(a) Qualifications:
Holder of Diploma in Nursing (NTA 6) from a recognised Nursing
Training Institution and is registered with Tanzania Nurses and
Midwives Council. Possession of Computer skills is an added
advantage.

(b) Duties and Responsibilities

(i) This is a training post; the staff is required to undergo Masters
Degree training programme;
(ii) To undergo an induction course in pedagogic skills for those
who had none before;
(iii) Work under senior members, including attending lectures
with College students and seminars, tutorials and practical
training;
(iv) To conduct tutorials, seminars and practicals;
(v) To assist in research, consultancy and outreach activities; and
(vi) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the
relevant authorities.

(c) Salary Scale: PUTS 1
3.

Job Title: Personal Secretary II (2 Posts) Re-advertised

(a) Qualifications and Experience:

Holder of CSEE with four passes including credit passes (atleast
C grade) in English and Kiswahili and who has attained a typing
speed of 50 w.p.m. Manuscript and Tabulation II, Office Practice
and Secretarial Duties I and has 100/120 w.p.m. shorthand
or Certificate in Basic Computer Knowledge from a recognized
institution.
(b) Duties and Responsibilities:
(i) To type all general correspondence and non-confidential
matters;
(ii) To type letters, minutes, notes, bulletins, circulars, certificates,
charts and stencils;
(iii) To duplicate reports, letter etc.;
(iv) To take proper care of all machines under his/her charge
and make sure they are used for official work only;
(v) To file copies of typed letter in relevant files;
(vi) To receive and directs visitors;
(vii) To make sure there are all necessary facilities for proper job
performance; and
(viii) To perform any other duties as may be assigned by his/her
superiors.
(c)

Salary Scale: PGSS 5

4.

Job Title: Education Officer II (3 posts)

Areas of specialization
Linguistics and Literature (1)
History, Geography and Kiswahili (1)
Book-Keeping and Commerce (1)

(a) Qualification and Experience:

Applicant must be a holder of BA/BSc degree in or with Education
or in any other content area with relevant working experience of
at least three years.
(b) Duties and Responsibilities
(i) To give instructions in ones specialised content subject;
(ii) To prepare plan of work, course preparation, teaching aids,
pupil exercises, tests and examinations;
(iii) To supervise school examinations and to report to the school
Management
(iv) To keep and control all school resources;
(v) To prepare and submit reports to higher Authorities;
(vi) To encourage, supervise, follow up on school attendance
and to report to the School Management and parents/
guardians;
(vii) To care for the students welfare in and outside the classroom;
(viii) To provide guidance and counselling; and
(ix) To perform any other duties as may be assigned by ones
reporting Officer.
( c ) Salary Scale: PTSS 11

(b) Duties and Responsibilities

(i) To assist in development of methodologies for data collection
on various aspects of College operational programmes;
(ii) To assist in designs and reviews of data collection instruments;
(iii) To assist in analysis and evaluation of information gathered;
and;
(iv) To perform any other Duties and Responsibilities as assigned
by ones reporting officer.
(c)

Salary Scale: PGSS 10

7.

Job Title: Assistant Nursing Officer II (2 posts)

(b) Duties and Responsibilities

(i) To provide nursing services;
(ii) To collect relevant health statistics;
(iii) To provide supportive supervision to the junior staffs;
(iv) To provide health education to patients and community in
general;
(v) To provide family planning education; and
(vi) To perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be
assigned by ones reporting officer.
(c)

Salary Scale: PMGSS 6

8.

Job Title: Accountant I (2 Posts)

(a) Qualifications and Experience:

Holder of a Degree in B.Com or Accountancy with CPA (T) / ACCA
or its equivalent with working experience of at least five years.
(b) Duties and Responsibilities
(i) Reconciliation of bank accounts;
(ii) Preparation of statutory returns and ensure remittance;
(iii) Reconciliation of subsidiary ledger with control accounts;
(iv) Payroll preparation;
(v) Preparation of monthly schedules;
(vi) Reconciliation of general ledger; and
(vii) To perform any duties as may be assigned by ones reporting
officer.
(c)

Salary Scale: PGSS 14

9.

J ob Title: Laboratory Technician II (3 Posts) 1 Post Readvertised

(a) Qualifications:
Holder of Ordinary Diploma (NTA 6) or equivalent in relevant
subject area.
(b) Duties and Responsibilities
(i) To carry out specified tasks connected with laboratory
practical, students projects, research, consultancy and
services under supervision;
(ii) To assist in the repair and maintenance of laboratory
facilities;
(iii) To assist senior staff in relevant fields of laboratory
operations; and
(iv) To perform any other duties assigned to him by his seniors.
(c)

Salary Scale: PUSS 1

10. Job Title: Assistant Procurement Officer I (2 Posts)

(a) Qualifications and Experience:
Holder of Professional level I and Ordinary Diploma (NTA 6) in
Materials Management/Procurement and Supplies or equivalent
qualification with working experience of at least three years.
(b) Duties and Responsibilities
(i) To assist his/her Senior Officers in their daily supplies and
stock control activities;
(ii) To check transactions in stores accounting documents and
registers;
(iii) To receive and issue vouchers, delivery notes and invoices;
(iv) To prepare purchase requisitions/orders upon approval by
his/her supervisor; and
(v) To perform any other duties as may be assigned by his/her
senior.
(c)

Salary Scale: PGSS 9

11. Job Title: IT Specialist II (3 Posts)

(a) Qualifications:
Holder of BSc. degree in Computer Science or Information
Systems, Telecommunication, Electrical Engineering, or related
computer studies.
(b) Duties and Responsibilities
(i) To assist in capturing user Customer Requirement
Specifications- CRS;
(ii) To perform systems analysis and design;
(iii) To implement software systems (Write and document code);
(iv) To perform systems testing (Software validation & verification)
and document test results;
(v) To perform system configurations;
(vi) To assist in conducting user acceptance test;
(vii) To participate in design review and provide input for user
documentation;
(viii) To liaise with user support staff in supporting end users;
(ix) To maintain and Support various business process
applications.

Network Administrator
(i) To design, install and configure LAN and WAN infrastructure;
(ii) To review LAN and WAN architecture;
(iii) To test network equipment and devices;
(iv) To implement network security plan; and
(v) To perform network troubleshooting.

Multimedia Specialist
(i) To participate in iterative development with users;
(ii) To create and produce multimedia content;
(iii) To manage multimedia tools and equipment;
(iv) To assist in selecting appropriate multimedia software and
hardware tools;
(v) To provide technical support to multimedia systems users;
and
(vi) To support Multimedia devices and equipment

(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)

Web Applications Developers

To test web pages;
To update and manage web site;
To manage web server;
To implement security policy for web site; and
To support end users.

(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)

Database Administrators
To design, develop, implement and test Database;
To develop back and front-end connectivity;
To implement security policy and access control;
To maintain physical organization of database objects;
To provide Database Client and User Services;
To perform Database Administration and Maintenance; and
To support end users.

(c)

Salary Scale: PGSS 11

15. Job Title: Cook II (2 posts)

(a) Qualifications:
Holder of a National Form Four Certificate plus a Certificate in
Food Production/Cookery, or Domestic Science (NTA 5) or its
equivalent from recognised training Institution.
(b) Duties and Responsibilities
(i) To clean kitchen facilities and surrounding areas including
stores and cold rooms;
(ii) To help cooks in food preparations; and
(iii) To perform such other duties as may be directed by ones
reporting officer.
(iv) To perform any other duties assigned by ones reporting
officer.
(c)

Salary Scale: POSS 6

16. Job Title: Artisan II (Carpenter) (1 post)

(a) Qualifications:
Holder of form IV certificate and NVTA1 or Trade Test Grade
III.
(b) Duties and Responsibilities
(i) To perform routine specified tasks that demand higher
technical skills under supervision;
(ii) To keep the work place tidy;
(iii) To collect and take care of working tools;
(iv) To carry out minor repairs and maintenance;
(v) To report maintenance problems to senior staff; and
(vi) To perform any other duties as may be assigned by ones
reporting officer.
(c)

Salary Scale: POSS 6

17.

Job Title: Driver II (1 post)

(a) Qualifications and Experience:

Secondary School Leaving Certificate with pass in Kiswahili
and English plus Trade Test II (or equivalent) in Motor Vehicle
Maintenance/Mechanics and a valid Driving License in the relevant
class with at least three years continuous driving experience. Must
have a certificate from a recognised Driving School.

IT Systems Security Specialists
(i) To ensure software patches are implemented timely;
(ii) To install, configure, and update antivirus software;
(iii) To alert users on various security risks, threats and
vulnerabilities;
(iv) To perform systems audit on regular basis; and
(v) To implement security mechanisms and controls.

(b) Duties and Responsibilities

(i) To drive DUCE vehicles skilfully.
(ii) To maintain and keep up-to-date log-books.
(iii) To adhere to maintenance schedules.
(iv) To keep motor vehicle in good running conditions and

officer;
(v) To ensure that valid documents are obtained prior to
commencing any journey;
(vi) To ensure safety and cleanliness of the vehicle at all times;
(vii) To perform messenger Duties and Responsibilities such as
dispatching documents/letters, collecting mail, photocopying
of documents; and
(viii) To perform any other duties as may be assigned by his
superiors.

(c)

(c)

Salary Scale: PGSS 11

Salary Scale: PGSS 4

12. Job Title: Students Welfare Officer II (1 Post)

18. Job Title: Games Tutor II (1 post)

(a) Qualifications:
Holder of a Bachelors Degree with a bias in Educational
Psychology, Guidance & Counselling, Theology or Social Welfare;

(a) Qualification and Experience:

Holder of a Bachelor Degree in Physical Education and Sports with
relevant working experience of at least three years.

(b) Duties and Responsibilities

(i) To assist the Dean of students in Students counselling and
guidance in ones respective Hall of Residence;
(ii) To co-ordinate academic advice for students in his/her
respective Hall of Residence in collaboration with
(iii) To co-ordinate students cultural, recreational and sports
activities in his/her Hall of Residence;
(iv) To serve as an advisor to students government at the Hall of
Residence level and attend meetings of the Health Committee
and the Hall Assembly;
(v) To issue permits to students who may experience emergencies
that need absences from the Campus for some days;
(vi) To take care of students welfare and ensures that the sick are
urgently treated and taken care of satisfactorily; and
(vii) To perform any other duties and responsibilities which may
be assigned by ones reporting officer.

(b) Duties and Responsibilities

(i) To assist senior games staff in their duties;
(ii) To assist teaching physical education at elementary stage;
(iii) To assist in taking charge of play grounds and sports
equipment;
(iv) To teach and instruct physical education at elementary
stage; and
(v) To perform any duties as may be assigned by ones reporting
officer.

(c)

Salary Scale: PGSS 10

13. Job Title: Library Assistant I (1 Post) - Re-advertized

(a) Qualifications and Experience:
Holder of Advanced Level Certificate of Education with at least
two principal passes or Form IV certificate with credit passes in
English and Kiswahili plus National Library Assistant Certificate or
equivalent qualification.
(b) Duties and Responsibilities
(i) To carry out routine professional Librarian Duties and
Responsibilities;
(ii) To process added copies and continuations;
(iii) To maintain public and staff catalogues;
(iv) To ensure proper shelves of books and periodicals;
(v) To copiy catalogues with CIP data;
(vi) To handle inter library loans-gifts and exchanges;
(vii) To assist in cataloguing and classification of books, journals
reprints;
(viii) To assist users in searching and selecting of publications;
(ix) To train junior staff;
(x) To complete accession lists for all materials acquired; and
(xi) To perform any other duties assigned to him by his seniors.
(c)

Salary Scale: PGSS 7

14. Job Title: Inspector of Works II (1 post)

(a) Qualifications:
Holder of a BSc degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture or
equivalent qualifications.
(b) Duties and Responsibilities
(i) To undertake various types of civil engineering/building
works under close supervision and direction of senior staff;
(ii) To assist in the implementation of maintenance policies
pertaining to buildings; and

( c ) Salary Scale: PTSS 11

MODE OF APPLICATION
Applicants should submit handwritten applications with the
following:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae having reliable contact postal
address, e-mail address and telephone numbers;
Two recent passport size photos, certified copies of academic
certificates, transcripts and the applicants Birth certificates;
Names, positions and contact addresses (including telephone
numbers) of three referees should be provided in the resume/
Curriculum Vitae.

NOTE:
(i) All applicants must be citizens of the United Republic of
Tanzania;
(ii) Applicants should not be above 45 years old and applicants
for the position of Tutorial Assistant should not be above 30
years old;
(iii) Women are encouraged to apply;
(iv) Applicants who are in Public Service should channel their
applications through their employers;
(v) Testimonials, Partial Transcripts and Result Slips shall not be
accepted;
(vi) Presentation of forged Academic Certificates and other
information in the Curriculum Vitae shall necessitate legal
action;
(vii) Certificates from foreign examination bodies for Ordinary
and Advanced level of Secondary Education should be
certified by the National Examination Council of Tanzania
(NECTA);
(viii) Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by
the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU).
(ix) Only shortlisted candidates will be informed on the date of
interview.

Interested applicants should submit their applications to the:
Deputy Principal Administration,
Dar es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE),
P. O. Box 2329,
Dar es Salaam

Email: dppfa@duce.ac.tz
The deadline for submitting applications should be on or
before 26th August, 2015