TANZANIA BUREAU OF STANDARDS

The Home of Standards

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) is the National Standards Body for Tanzania whose vision is to be an internationally recognized centre of excellence in standardization and quality assurance. The major objectives of TBS include the formulation of a wide range of national standards and overseeing the implementation of these standards in industry and commerce through the already well-established certification schemes. TBS is currently looking for dedicated and self-motivated Tanzanians to fill the following vacant positions:

1. Quality Assurance Officer III (3 Posts) Qualifications and Experience Holder of Bsc in Chemical and Process Engineering, Food Science and Technology, Chemistry or equivalent qualifications from recognized University. Should be ready to work in any of our offices/branches in the country. Duties and Responsibilities Reports to the Head of Section Study all aspects pertaining to inspection, quality management and certification

Study and implement the laboratory safety procedures and regulations Assist in the analysis of samples as may be assigned by supervisor/trainer Participates in preparation, implementation, maintenance and review of quality system Carries out verification of supplies and services Carries out corrective and preventive actions May be appointed to assist in quality assurance inspections Any other related duties as may be assigned by Head of Section

2. Standards Officer III (1Post) Qualifications and Experience Holder of Bsc in Food Science and Technology, Agriculture General or equivalent qualifications from recognized University. Duties and Responsibilities Reports to the Head of Section To study standardization systems To collect essential data for formulation of standards To draft standards To assist in proof reading of draft standards To assist in organizing technical committee meetings Secretary of technical committees May be appointed to assist in quality assurance inspections Any other related duties as may be assigned by Head of section.

3. Laboratory Technician III (1Post) Qualifications and Experience Holder of NTA Level VI or FTC in Electronics or equivalent qualifications from recognized institution. Duties and Responsibilities Reports to the Head of Section Prepare Laboratory reagents

Carry out routine tests To maintain laboratory equipment Carries out specified tasks connected with laboratory analysis, consultancy and services under close supervision Participates in preparation, implementation, maintenance and review of quality system Carries out verification of suppliers and services Carries out corrective and preventive actions Any other related duties as may be assigned by the Head of Section.

REMUNERATION All above vacancies carry an attractive remuneration package in accordance with the qualifications and experience stated in the specific vacant post.

MODE OF APPLICATION Interested and qualified candidates are welcome to apply and send their application letters attached with copies of relevant certificates, testimonials and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV). The CV must incorporate contact details including telephone numbers, email addresses and three referees with their telephone numbers and addresses. This is to be submitted to the address below on or before 16h00 17th January 2012.

DIRECTOR GENERAL Tanzania Bureau of Standards Morogoro/Sam Nujoma Roads, Ubungo P O Box 9524 Dar es Salaam Tanzania

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview. TBS is an equal opportunity employer.