On behalf of the Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute (TAWIRI), the Public Service Recruitment Secretariat invites high-caliber, results-oriented, and self-driven professionals with integrity and dynamism to apply for three (3) vacant positions as detailed below:
1.0 ABOUT TANZANIA WILDLIFE RESEARCH INSTITUTE (TAWIRI)
TAWIRI is a parastatal organization under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, established in 1980 by Act No. 4 of the Parliament of the United Republic of Tanzania (CAP 260 R.E. 2021).
The institute has a national mandate to conduct and coordinate wildlife research while disseminating scientific information to stakeholders for sustainable biodiversity conservation. To achieve this, TAWIRI seeks to attract and retain highly skilled and motivated scientists and support staff.
Currently, the institute operates five Wildlife Research Centers located in:
- Western
- Kingupira
- Njiro
- Southern Highlands
- Serengeti
2.0 POSITION: RESEARCH OFFICER II – 3 POSTS
Work Station: TAWIRI
2.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will:
- Collect, process, and analyze data related to wildlife management.
- Collaborate and interact with research scientists in disseminating and applying research findings.
- Gather relevant literature and prepare research reports.
- Assist in gathering information on disease surveillance and writing reports.
- Develop protocols for wildlife immobilization and handling for disease investigation and rescue of snared animals.
- Develop research proposals for fundraising.
- Publish research results in peer-reviewed journals.
- Perform any other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
2.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must hold a Master’s Degree and Bachelor’s Degree in Wildlife Management or Wildlife Science and Conservation from recognized institutions.
- Must have a minimum of an Upper Second Class for the Undergraduate Degree.
2.3 REMUNERATION:
Salary Scale: PRSS 2
3.0 GENERAL CONDITIONS:
- Applicants must be Tanzanian citizens, aged not above 45 years.
- People with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply and should indicate this clearly in the recruitment portal for Public Service Recruitment Secretariat attention.
- Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) with reliable contact details, including postal address, email, and phone numbers.
- Applications should be based on the information provided in this advertisement.
- Applicants must attach certified copies of the following documents:
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates
- Academic transcripts
- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates
- Professional Registration and Training Certificates (where applicable)
- Birth certificate
- The following documents will not be accepted:
- Form IV and Form VI result slips
- Testimonials and partial transcripts
- Applicants must upload a recent passport-size photo in the recruitment portal.
- Applicants currently employed in the Public Service must route their application letters through their respective employers.
- Retired public servants should not apply.
- Applicants must provide three (3) reputable referees with reliable contact details.
- Certificates from foreign institutions must be verified by the relevant authorities:
- NECTA (National Examination Council of Tanzania) for Ordinary or Advanced Level Education
- TCU (Tanzania Commission for Universities) and NACTE (National Council for Technical Education) for professional certificates
- Applications must be signed and written in either Swahili or English, addressed to:
Secretary,
President’s Office, Public Service Recruitment Secretariat,
P.O. Box 2320, University of Dodoma,
Utumishi/Asha Rose Migiro Buildings – Dodoma
- Deadline for applications: 13th March 2025.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interviews.
- Forgery of certificates and false information will lead to legal action.
HOW TO APPLY:
All applications must be submitted online through the Public Service Recruitment Portal via the following link:
🔗 http://portal.ajira.go.tz/
