HAYA JAMANI NAFASI ZA KAZI HIZO!

WATUMISHI HOUSING COMPANY

Fourth Floor Golden Jubilee Towers, Ohio Street
P.O. Box 5119, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Email: info@whctz.org Website: www.whctz.org
Be part of a long lasting legacy

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Watumishi Housing Company (WHC) is a public entity responsible for provision of affordable houses and in particular, the implementation of the Public Servants



Housing Scheme (PSHS) and management of Watumishi Housing Company Real
Estate Investment Trust (WHC-REIT). Shareholders of WHC and the financiers of the PSHS are National Social Security Fund (NSSF), PPF Pensions Fund (PPF),
Public Service Pensions Fund (PSPF), LAPF Pensions Fund (LAPF), Government
Employees Provident Fund (GEPF), National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and
National Housing Corporation (NHC). In order to implement its objectives, WHC would like to invite suitably qualified Tan


zanians to join its lean, entrepreneurial and dynamic team by filling the following vacancy:
OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT
Job Title: Senior Engineer – One Post
Duty Station: WHC Head Office Dar es Salaam with potential for temporary transfer at project sites
Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer
Salary Grade: 5
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Senior Engineer will be responsible for the establishment and head Construction Brigade with the overall objective of constructing quality affordable houses. The incumbent is expected to play a supervisory, technical and organizational role in various
PSHS construction projects
• Specific Duties and Responsibilities
• Act as main technical advisor to subcontractors, operatives and crafts people with respect to the construction site;
• Plans, coordinates, controls and supervises building and maintenance activities;
• Participates in relevant consultancy and service activities;
• Overseas installation and maintenance of sophisticated building equipment;
• Prepares sketches and designs for major modifications for submitted drawings from consultants;
• Prepares various types of construction estimates;
• Carry out engineering survey works/activities to respective construction sites;
• Check drawings, plans, and other qualities to get an accurate calculation of the houses to be constructed;
• Ensures that all the materials used are according to the specifications;
• Oversees the requisition and selection of the materials;
• Agrees to the material distributors on the set prices and take cost effective measures;
• Manages the site on a day to day basis that includes supervising and monitoring the labor force and that of the sub contractors;
• Oversees upon the quality control methods in place;
• Resolves unexpected technical problems that may arise;
• Prepares monthly site progress reports and other reports as and when required; and
• Undertake any other related duties as may be assigned by the Chief Operating Officer.

Academic Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications, experience:
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil and Structural Engineering or equivalent academic qualification from a recognised higher learning institution.
• Must be registered by appropriate Professional Bodies.
• Solid track record and experience in construction works and project management;
• Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) applications such as AUTOCAD, Microsoft Projects and Design Softwares; and
• Not less than five (5) years post qualification experience in construction industry out of which two (2) years must be in senior position.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
In addition to the above skills and qualifications, applicants for the above positions are required to have the following attributes:
• A very high level of integrity, honesty and sense of responsibility;
• Ability to work under pressure and produce expected results;
• Ability to work in a lean and dynamic team;
• Ability to self manage, achieve results and meet deadlines; and
• Willingness to work beyond the call of duty.
TENURE AND REMUNERATION
A competitive salary will be offered to the right candidates for the posts. WHC is an equal opportunity employer. Staff will be employed on three (3) years contracts that are renewable upon satisfactory performance.

MODE OF APPLICATION
Application letter with Curriculum Vitae (CV) including e-mail address or daytime contact telephone number, together with photocopies of certificates and names and contacts of two referees should be addressed to reach the under-mentioned by 19th
February 2016.
Only short-listed candidates meeting the above criteria will be invited for interview.
Lobbying and canvassing for employment will not be entertained and may work to the candidate’s disadvantage.

Application letter should be sent through the address shown below:
The Chief Executive Officer
Watumishi Housing Company
4th Floor Golden Jubilee Towers
P.O. Box 5119
DAR ES SALAAM

Source: Daily News 1st February, 2016










HERITAGE ENGLISH MEDIUM SCHOOLS

VACANT POSTS

Job Title: English Language Teacher/Trainer
Reports to: Head of School, P.O.BOX 11791, DAR ES SALAAM, Email: Heritageschools2004@gmail.com

Major Responsibilities and Duties
• Co-ordinate and deliver best practice instructional strategies in line with School expectations.
• Incorporate common core practice, content and fluency standards.
• Teach/train proper and meaningful conversations, communication skills, standard pronunciation and proper English accent to both students and staff.
• Implement a balance approach to daily lesson planning that promotes critical thinking problem solving and deep conceptual understanding of concepts and ability to act skillfully.
• Organize and co-ordinate all activities related to English Language teaching and training at school.

Qualifications
• The applicants must be Bachelors degree major in English Language or above from a recognized University.
• Must be very well conversant with American and British English.
• Must have an experience in English Pronunciation for at least 3 years supported by the certificates of attendance and commendation or teaching English Language in A Level.
Salary and Benefits
• Competitive salary package will be provided.
• Full accommodation
• Two years contract.
Organization Details
HIRITAGE SCHOOLS
P.O.BOX 11791
DAR ES SALAAM – TANZANIA

TEL: +255 754260707 / 0719 225 962
Contact Person: Managing Director
All applications should be directed to the Managing Director through School Email Address before 6th February, 2016
Source: Daily News 1st February, 2016











UNITED PETROLEUM

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

Employer: United Petroleum
Desired Expertise: Business Development, Commercial/Retail Sales
Experience: 5+ years in a Managerial position
Minimum Education: Undergraduate Location: Zanzibar
Reference Code: C/M-2016/1
JOB TITLE: COMMERCIAL MANAGER
We are currently recruiting a Commercial Manager in the Petroleum Sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong awareness of industry trends and competition. Possess drive, motivation and acute attention to detail in ensuring all sales opportunities are captured and explored.
A team player working with others in pursuing common goals. Will have a PROVEN track record within Business Development/Sales Management with a strong knowledge and contact base in Zanzibar. A natural leader capable of managing, motivating, and mentoring staff. A solutions oriented, creative individual, capable of adapting to a fast learning curve.
Manage commercial & Retail business and deliver to defined scope within set deadlines.
Very outgoing personality with excellent interpersonal skills, willing to liaise with clients and team in serving clients and debt management.
Strong communications skills, Confident negotiator and ability to close sales and tender opportunities.
Must have at least 5years of Business Development experience, with a university degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field. Should be a local resident & shall report directly to the General Manager.

Applications to be sent to: kulwant@uni-pet.com copy to: info@uni-pet.com
United Petroleum
P.O. Box 744
Mtoni, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Applications should be received before 10th February, 2016

Source: The Guardian 29th January, 2016

INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR TROPICAL AGRICULTURE (CIAT)

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Job Title: Recruiting a Maize Seed Systems Officer for CIMMYT
The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT®, is a not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100 countries. Please refer to our website for more information: www.cimmyt.cgiar.org.
CIMMYT is seeking for a dynamic, self-motivated, results-oriented, Seed Systems Officer to support implementation of activities of DTMASS project and providing technical support to in-country partners (private/public seed companies, NARS, NGOs).
The Position:
The Maize Seed Systems Officer has the responsibility for providing timely, high-quality technical assistance to in-country maize seed production partners on best practices for drought tolerant maize (DTM) variety production (from breeding to post-certification mass production) to engender independent and sustainable local early generation seed (EGS) and Certified DTM seed production.
The selected candidate will work with and report to CIMMYT’s Principle Investigator - Maize Seed Specialist. The position is based at CIMMYT office in Arusha, Tanzania. CIMMYT in Arusha is hosted by the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) - (www.ciat.cgiar.org).

Main duties and responsibilities include

• Under the direction of the Principle Investigator, implement technical support and capacity building efforts to in-country seed companies (public and private) on DTM seed production
• Assist multiplying initial pre-basic and basic seed to help private seed companies to quickly scale seed production of drought-tolerant maize varieties.
• Assist and coordinate the production of Early Generation seed to meet the demands by private seed companies and other partners.
• Provide technical support for the production of certified seed by companies and distribution in the Project target zones.
• Support other seed system specialists and scientists in engaging seed producers for the development of sustainable seed networks and markets.
• Assist in developing and improving capacity of seed sector partners through training and other related capacity-building initiatives.
• Assist and monitor variety demonstrations conducted by seed companies and NGOs to promote drought-tolerant maize varieties
• Ensure with the relevant bodies, the partner compliance with all relevant seed quality and production and storage standards as needed
• Support seed company partners in timely and accurate recording of seed production Progress Reports, including the reporting of any challenges
• Provide logistical and technical support for any in-country training or workshops
• Assist CIMMYT staff and consultants in any business and marketing support efforts to in-country seed production partners
• Support CIMMYT Communications staff in preparing materials for publication on DTMASS efforts and project success stories.

Required competencies, skills and experience

• MSc in Agriculture or related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in maize seed production, maize breeding, agronomy or related field.
• Experience working with public and private seed sectors
• Experience in organizing and implementing variety demonstrations, field days, other promotion activities

International Centre for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
Recruiting a Maize Seed Systems Officer for CIMMYT

• Experience in collecting DUS and VCU data
• Experience in training or skills transfer
• Ability to work with different nationalities, as a member of a diverse work team, motivate and support partners, and communicate successes and challenges in a timely manner
• Ability to prepare project documents and reports with minimal assistance
• Basic computer skills (MSOffice, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, etc.)
• Skills in database or research applications desirable
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to read, speak and write in English

Terms of employment
CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity.
This is a national position and will be for an initial period of Two (2) Years, renewable subject to three (3) months’ probation, assessment of performance, and availability of resources.
How to apply
Applicants are invited to visit http://ciat.cgiar.org/ciat-jobs to submit their applications for this position.
Applications closing date: 12th February, 2016
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Source: The Guardian 29th January, 2016