Assistant Lecturer - Mzumbe University

MZUMBE UNIVERSITY (CHUO KIKUU MZUMBE) VACANCY

Mzumbe University invites applications from suitably qualified and competent Tanzanians to fill the following vacant post:


ASSISTANT LECTURER - (1 Post)

(a) Qualification and Experience
Holder of Master degree in a specialized functional area with at least a GPA of 4.0. In addition, the candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.8 in first degree and assessed as potentially good academically.

(b) Duties:
 Conducting lectures;
 Preparing case studies;
 To mentor junior staff in relevant fields
 To participate/contribute in curriculum development;
 To carry out consultancy and community services;
 To supervise field practicals, undergraduate special projects;

(c) Areas of Specialization:
Bachelor degree in Education with commerce and accountancy as teaching subjects plus a master’s degree in any of the following fields;

 Education
 Accounting/Finance
 -Applied Social Psychology
 Education Management/leadership/Administration/Planning

(d) Salary Scale: PUTS 2.1

MODE OF APPLICATION:
Application letters with detailed curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of relevant certificate transcripts should reach the undersigned, in hard copies, not later than two weeks from the date of this advertisement. Candidates must also give names, contact addresses as well as telephone numbers of two referees best known to them.

Please Note:
- All above positions require excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English & Kiswahili languages.
- Only short-listed candidates will be contacted through their addresses and/or telephone numbers.
If not hear from us till three weeks from the date of this advertisement consider yourself
unsuccessful.

Application should be sent to:
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration and Finance)
Mzumbe University
P.O. Box 1
MZUMBE

Job Opportunity at Mzumbe University

The Mzumbe University invites applications from suitably qualified and competent Tanzanians to fill the following vacant post:

ASSISTANT LECTURER – (1 Post)

(a) Qualification and Experience
Holder of Master degree in a specialized functional area with at least a GPA of 4.0. In addition, the candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.8 in first degree and assessed as potentially good academically.

(b) Duties:
 Conducting lectures;
 Preparing case studies;
 To mentor junior staff in relevant fields
 To participate/contribute in curriculum development;
 To carry out consultancy and community services;
 To supervise field practicals, undergraduate special projects;


(c) Areas of Specialization:
 Industrial Engineering Management/Mechanical
Engineering/Production Engineering/Engineering
Management/Production and Operations Management

(d) Salary Scale: PUTS 2.1

MODE OF APPLICATION:
Application letters with detailed curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of relevant certificate transcripts should reach the undersigned, in hard copies, not later than two weeks from the date of this advertisement. Candidates must also give names, contact addresses as well as telephone numbers of two referees best known to them.

Please Note:
– All above positions require excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English & Kishwahili languages.
– Only short-listed candidates will be contacted through their addresses and/or telephone numbers. If you do not hear from us till three weeks from the date of this advertisement consider yourself unsuccessfull.

Application should be sent to:
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration and Finance)
Mzumbe University
P.O. Box 1
MZUMBE


Published on Mwananchi - 21 February, 2018




Nafasi za kazi Mzumbe University | Vacancies at Mzumbe University | Jobs in Tanzania

Finance and Administration Officer

Sokoine University Graduate Entrepreneurs Cooperative (SUGECO) is an organization that guides graduates from institutions of higher learning towards self-employment, agribusiness development and job creation. It was started in July of 2011 with 40 founding members, primarily undergraduate finalists, post-graduate students, and academic members from Sokoine University of Agriculture's (SUA)

Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness (DAEA).
SUGECO's mission is to prepare, enable, and support knowledge-intensive, innovative entrepreneurs as they build successful businesses along agricultural and agribusiness value chains throughout Tanzania. Its vision is to create future generations of successful businesspersons who transform our culture to value entrepreneurship and help to create vibrant private economy.

Job Purpose
The Finance and Administration Officer shall be accountable to the Executive Director and is expected to drive best practices in financial management, human resources management and administrative management within the organization to maximize efficiency and growth. She/he will assist the
Executive Director to manage the team of people in SUGECO and oversee financial. management, staff relations, administration, human resources and compliance activities.

Key Responsibilities:
The Finance and Administration

• Officer will ensure long term sustainability of the organization and support the growth of members projects, including the following activities as well as any other duties relevant to finance and administration as may be assigned to her/him from time to time by the Executive Director
• Prepare and maintain financial forecasts in consultation with the Executive Director and team leaders (including the annual budget and the medium-term business plan)
• Manage relationships with members and support the Executive Director in designing and implementing appropriate financing tools for SUGECO and its members
• Coordinate all administrative and programmatic activities of the organization
• With support from other team members, design appropriate financial due diligence procedures for members projects and perform financial assessment of these projects
• Provide support in managing the grants that SUGECO may receive according to the procedures agreed upon with the sponsors
• Maintain financial, systems including petty cash, expenses, Income and expenditure records, and, processing all payments as per SUGECO procedures.
• With support from the team, ensure efficient financial monitoring and reporting (including monitoring expenses and revenues, reviewing and, upgrading existing procedures, ensuring production of appropriate financial reports for internal and external clients
• With support from the team, ensure high quality accounting (including overseeing day-to-day accounting and managing the year-end audit process)
• Document SUGECO activities for reporting and organize and prepare audit and financial reports
• Ensure that banking arrangements are adequate to support .
• SUGECO activities and that all bank transactions conform with the agreed procedures and are appropriately documented
• Prepare monthly Bank Reconciliation statements for all bank accounts
• Prepare reports to the Executive Director for onward transmission the Board of Directors, donor organizations and others as appropriate.
• In consultation with Executive Director, oversee travel arrangements monitor travel expenditures, and ensure compliance with internal policies, donors and development partners requirements
• Managing the administrative aspects of human resource management

Qualifications and Background

• Master or Bachelor in accounting; economics, agribusiness, entrepreneurship, business administration, or development
• In-depth knowledge of the Tanzanian economy and business environment in the sectors targeted by SUGECO
• At least 2 years of experience in managing organizational accounts and general administration, including human resources Entrepreneurial spirit and sensitivity to member needs.
• Strong financial management skills and Excellent Excel skills
• Fluent English with excellent writing  and verbal communication skills
• Good organizational and leadership skills
• At ease in working in a small structure, start-up-type, where tasks and responsibilities are in constant movement

HOW TO APPLY:

Send your application including a cover .letter demonstrating why you are the most suited for this role, a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, Details of current & expected salary, a day time phone contact, Email address and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 24th January 2015

Executive Director
Sokoine University Graduate Entrepreneurs Cooperative (SUGECO)
P.o Box 3223
Morogoro

Email: info@sugeco.org
web: www.sugeco.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Senior Artisan I

Mzumbe University has 2 positions for Senior Artisan I in Morogoro, Tanzania.

Duties: 

Maintains, overhauls, and installs relatively sophisticated equipment; Assists the Foreman in planning and supervising of routine (sectional) works;Performs any other duties assigned by superior.
                                   
Education:  

Holder of Form Four certificate plus Trade Test Grade I in Carpentry/Plumbing from a recognized institution
Experience: A relevant working experience of at least nine years.

Salary Scale: PGSS 11 – 12

How to Apply:
Both hard and soft copies of the application letter with detailed curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of relevant certificates should be addressed to Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration and Finance) and reach us on or before 19th September, 2014. Candidates must also give names, contact addresses as well as telephone numbers of two referees.


Please Note
- All the positions above require excellent communications, in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
- Only short-listed candidates will be contacted through their addresses and/or telephone numbers.

For scanned soft copies send to: dvc-af@mzumbe.ac.tz

For hard copies send to:

The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration and Finance),
Mzumbe University,
P.O. Box 1,
MZUMBE

Deadline: 19th September 2014

Director of Planning

Mzumbe University has a position for Director of Planning  in Morogoro, Tanzania.

Duties:
Chief advisor to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration) on matters pertaining to planning, resource mobilization, and management information system of the University; Prepares planning policy for the University; Prepares planning guidelines for use at Faculty/Institute/Directorate or Departmental level; Coordinates and controls the planning as well as effective and efficient utilization of all human and non-human resources;

Education:
Holder of Master Degree in either Economics, Statistics or Educational Planning or its equivalent from a recognized institution; Possession of a PhD in a relevant field will be an added advantage
Experience: At least twelve years relevant working experience of which at least five years must be at a senior managerial position

Salary Scale: PGSS 21

How to Apply
Both hard and soft copies of the application letter with detailed curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of relevant certificates should be addressed to Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration and Finance) and reach us on or before 19th September, 2014. Candidates must also give names, contact addresses as well as telephone numbers of two referees.
Please Note:
- All the positions above require excellent communications, in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
- Only short-listed candidates will be contacted through their addresses and/or telephone numbers.
For scanned soft copies send to: dvc-af@mzumbe.ac.tz
For hard copies send to:

The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration and Finance),
Mzumbe University,
P.O. Box 1,
MZUMBE.

Deadline: 19th September 2014

Director Of Buildings And Estates

POSITION: Director Of Buildings And Estates (1 Post) – Main Campus
PLACE: Mzumbe University

Responsible to: Deputy Vice Chancellor- Administration and Finance

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• · Formulates policy proposals related to estates activities;
• · Maintains and coordinates work contacts with building and maintenance staff of the
• Estate Unit;
• · Prepares and compiles budget estimates for Capital Development;
• · Prepares training and development plans for estates staff;
• · Coordinates preparation of the physical master plan;
• · Coordinates the effective maintenance and rehabilitation of the infrastructure;
• · Performs any other duties as may be assigned by superior;

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Masters Degree in Civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution with relevant working experience of at least 12 years of which 5 years must be at a senior managerial position and must have been registered as a consulting engineer with the relevant Board. 
• Possession of PhD degree will be an added advantage.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• · Person of high integrity;
• · Ability to plan organize and supervise;
• · Self motivated and ability to work efficiently and effectively even under pressure;
• · Excellent communication in both Kiswahili and English;
• · Ability to work with a range of stakeholders;
• Ability to deliver accurate and high quality output timely.

Remuneration: Salary Scale: PGSS 21


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.

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 
Public Service Recruitment  Secretariat, 
P. O. Box 63100
Dar es Salaam