The Regional
Manager, TANROADS - Njombe is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Tanzania Mainland's
Trunk and Regional Roads Network. Its primary functions include the management
and development works, operations of the network, axle load control, the
implementation of road safety, environmental measures and provision of advice
on the strategic framework, policies and plans for the road sector.
The Regional Manager — TANROADS Njombe on behalf of the Chief Executive
TANROADS is looking for open minded and creative candidates who are motivated
to work within a modern and dynamic organization. TANROADS encourages
applications from both men and women to fill the following positions on
contract basis at the Regional Manager's Office Njombe.
Scope of Positions
These positions are within Njombe Region, successful candidates must be
ready to work independently, all days of the week including Saturdays, Sundays
and Public Holidays and with high pressure of work. They should be prepared to
work for considerable lengths of time.
1. Position: Shift In-Charge - 4 Posts
Position Relationship
The successful candidate will report to the Axle Load Control Supervisor.
A: Responsibilities
Enforcement of Road Traffic Axle Load Control by the use of Weighbridge
Scale Devices Overall supervision of Shift Activities
B: Duties:
Carrying out activities as described in the Roads Traffic (maximum weight
of vehicle) Regulations, 2001. The activities include the following:
i) Weigh Motor Vehicles of Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 3.500 kg plying on
our Public Roads;
ii) If the vehicle is found overloaded the operator should impose road
damage fees on the spot;
iii) Measure physical dimensions of motor vehicle or any load being carried
on the motor vehicle, and in case of non-compliance with vehicle dimension
limits, the transporter should be caused to seek for special permit;
iv) Observe good customer care, dignity and integrity;
v) Report all matters to the Regional Manager;
vi) Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Regional
Manager.
Key Qualifications:
• Age: Not above 40 and not below 35 years of age.
• Educational Minimum Qualification; Holder of 1st Degree in any
Profession, High qualification will have additional advantages;
• Must be computer literate (at least Advanced Certificate in Computer
Applications)
• Must be fluent in Swahili and English languages
• Must be a Tanzanian Citizen
• Must pass Agency Competitive Entry Interview
• Apart from professional qualifications candidates to assume these
positions must be trustworthy, responsible, reliable, and accountable, with
integrity;
Terms of Employment: 24 Months Contract Renewable
REMUNERATION: ACCORDING TO TANROADS SALARY SCALE: TRS 5.1
2. Position: Weighbridge Operators (9 Posts)
Position Relationship
The successful candidate will report to Shift in-Charge
A: Responsibilities
Enforcement of Road Traffic Axle Load Control by the use of Weighbridge
Scale devices;
B: DUTIES:
Carrying out activities as described in the Road Traffic (maximum Weight of
vehicles) Regulations, 2001. The activities include the following:-
i) Weigh Motor Vehicles of Gross vehicle Weight (GVW) 3,500kg plying on our
Public Roads.
ii) If the vehicle is found overloaded the operator should impose road
damage fee on the spot;
iii) Measure physical dimensions of motor vehicle or any load being carried
on the motor vehicle, and in case of non-compliance with vehicle dimension
limits, the transporter should be caused to seek for a special permit;
iv) Record all necessary particulars regarding the motor vehicle being
weighed.
v) Observe good customer care, dignity and integrity.
vi) Report all matters to the Shift In-charge.
vii) Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the shift
1n-charge/ Axle Load Control Supervisor.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
• Age: Not above 35 years of age.
• Educational minimum qualification; Holder of Full Technician certificate
in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (FTC); High qualification will
have additional advantages
• Must be computer literate (at least Advanced certificate in computer
Applications) Must be fluent in Kiswahili and English languages
• Must be a Tanzanian Citizen
• Must pass Agency Competitive entry interview
• Apart from professional qualifications candidates to assume these
positions must be trustworthy, responsible, reliable, accountable, with
integrity;
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Two (2) Years Contract, Including Six (6) Months Probation Period. The
contract will be renewable on the Employers' discretion, which may be based on
performance. Other terms and Conditions shall be as stipulated in the TANROADS
Personnel Manual.
REMUNERATION: ACCORDING TO TANROADS SALARY SCALE: TRS 4.1
3. Position: Accounts Assistant - 3
Posts
POSITION RELATIONSHIP
The successful candidate will report to the Head of Accounts and Administration
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Undertakes general financial clerical duties
ii. Undertakes Filing and Financial Record keeping duties. iii. Dispatches
Cheques
iv. Perform such other related duties assigned by Head of Accounts and
Administration.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS
• Age not above 35 yrs of age
• Holder of certificate in Accountancy or its equivalent from a recognized
Institute
• Holder of computer certificate and have working knowledge of software
applications like Microsoft word, excel, internet and other necessary computer
experiences
• Must be fluent in both Kiswahili and English language.
• He/She must pass the Agency's competitive entry interview.
• Minimum educational qualifications: ordinary Secondary/Advanced Secondary
school education
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 24 MONTHS CONTRACT RENEWABLE
REMUNERATION: ACCORDING TO TANROADS SALARY SCALE: TRS 3.1
4. Position: Office Assistant - 2 Posts
POSITION RELATIONSHIP
The successful candidates will report to the Head of Accounts and
Administration.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Cleans offices, washrooms and office premises
• Prepare and serves tea, coffee and refreshments
• Moves files and documents as directed
• Undertakes photocopying and /or binding of documents as directed
• Dispatches letters or parcels
• Collecting letters from the post office
• Ensuring office equipment is kept in proper place.
• Ensuring windows and doors are closed and hand over office keys to the
watch person after office hours
• Ensuring lights and all electrical appliances are switched off after
office hours
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS
Not more than 35yrs of age Holder of secondary education certificate Must
be able to communicate in Kiswahili and English He/She must pass the Agency's
competitive entry interview.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 24 MONTHS CONTRACT RENEWABLE
REMUNERATION: ACCORDING TO TANROADS SALARY SCALE: TRS 1.1
5. Position: Laboratory Assistant - 2 Posts
POSITION RELATIONSHIP
The successful candidates will report to the Head of Engineering.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• To Cleans Laboratory premises
• To carry out in situ testing
• To Maintain Laboratory apparatus and equipment
• To undertake Laboratory tests and monitor tests results and trends
• To perform such other related duties as may be assigned by the
supervisor.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS
• Not more than 35yrs of age
• Holder of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination who passed
Mathematics, English and Kiswahili.
• Must be a Tanzanian Citizen
• Must pass Agency Competitive entry interview
• Apart from professional qualifications candidates to assume these
positions must be trustworthy, responsible, reliable, and accountable, with
integrity;
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 24 MONTHS CONTRACT RENEWABLE
REMUNERATION: ACCORDING TO TANROADS SALARY SCALE: TRS 2.1
MODE OF APPLICATION
Application letter should be written in English /and must be submitted not
later than 25th May, 2018
Application letter should be addressed to:
The Regional Manager,
TANZANIA NATIONAL ROADS AGENCY (TANROADS),
SIDO STREET,
P.O. BOX 885,
NJOMBE.
NOTE:
• Any person with unresolved criminal offence need not apply
• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
• Transport costs to the interview venue will not be refunded
• The attachments shall include one recent passport size photos; certified
copies of academic certificates, transcripts and the applicant's birth
certificates
