Thursday, July 12, 2012

NAFASI ZA KAZI ZATANGAZWA B.O.T



EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES: Bank of Tanzania


EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The Bank of Tanzania, an equal opportunity employer and Tanzania’s central bank, is looking for
suitably qualified Tanzanian citizens of high personal integrity to fill the following vacant positions at BOT Headquarters, Dar es Salaam and its Branches.
CONTROL ROOM OPERATOR – 8 POSTS
Terms of Contract: Contract for an Unspecified Period of Time
Reports to: Head of Division.
Location: BOT Headquarters Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Mbeya, Mwanza and Zanzibar Branch.
Job purpose:
The Control Room Operator is responsible for monitoring the electronic security system, controlling access within the premises and taking appropriate action during emergency with a view to ensuring security and safety on the Bank’s premises.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Monitoring security surveillance equipment, alarm handling, operating communication equipment and other critical equipment;
b) Operating a multi-media recording system with a view to insuring that criminal incidents and other transgressions are detected and reported;
c) Observing, recording, and reporting suspicious behavior or incidents for review and investigation;
d) Supporting security and investigation operations in analyzing data, providing logistical support, preparing reports and facilitating vehicle tracking;
e) Coordinating disaster prevention, participating in emergency handling including evacuation and recovery strategies;
f) Evacuating situations using independent thought with a view to establishing level of urgency and prioritizing;
g) Writing accurate and concise reports and notification of events and situations for the attention of Head of division;
h) Taking action according to the alarms shown in the security Electronic systems;
i) Providing and controlling access within the premises;
j) In liaison with Human Resource personnel processing staff identity cards;
k) Maintaining switchboard operations during non-official and after office hours.
l) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the head of division.
Essential Requirements:
· Advanced certificate of secondary education;
· A national Service or Police training certificate;
· Ability to work day and night shifts;
· Ability to handle confidential information;
· Ability to concentrate and focus;
· Basic computer skills;
· Good team player;
· Ability to work under minimum supervision;
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
ASSISTANT RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER - 1 POST
Terms of Contract: Contract for an Unspecified Period of Time
Reports to: Head of Section
Location: BOT Headquarters, Dar es Salaam.
Job Purpose:
Assisting the Records Management Officer in the implementation of the Bank of Tanzania Records Management Policy and providing support to functional units in managing their records effectively.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Maintaining paper and electronic records of all transactions according to procedures and contributing to the development and maintenance of records and archiving management systems for the Bank;
b) Processing file classification scheme and indices for Banks records;
c) Handling retrieval of records and monitoring file movement for proper tracking;
d) Assisting in ensuring that Bank’s file classification, file and record tracking system are complied with;
e) Controlling incoming correspondences and registering of various documents;
f) Updating records retention schedules regularly;
g) Arranging various records and documents in file cabinets;
h) Processing requests for records and documents;
i) Ensuring that proper storage facilities of the records, in all forms are put in place;
j) Performing other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Essential Requirements:
· Ordinary Diploma in Records and Archives Management;
· Sound knowledge of records management requirements, systems and procedures, including the national legislation relevant to records management;
· Excellent written and oral communication skills;
· Ability to work independently and under pressure;
· Good team player;
· Basic Computer skills;
· Ability to handle confidential information.
DRIVER– 1 POST
Terms of Contract: Contract for an Unspecified Period of Time
Reports to: Head of Division.
Location: BOT, Headquarters
Job purpose:
To carry out a range of motor vehicle driving duties and ensure passengers reach their destination safely and materials are delivered timely.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Driving assigned vehicle in professional, safe and courteous manner;
b) Assisting passengers in and out of the vehicle;
c) Keeping the assigned vehicle clean;
d) Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on vehicle maintenance, fuel consumption, incident reports/accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other relevant reports;
e) Performing minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle as required;
f) Initiating a schedule for major or periodic vehicle maintenance with Transport Officer so as to minimize service interruption;
g) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the head of division.
Essential Requirements:
· Holder of Ordinary Certificate of Secondary Education (Form IV) with passes in English and Kiswahili;
· A valid Class C Driving Licence;
· A driving Certificate from an accredited training institutions such as National Institute of Transport (NIT) or Vocational Education Training Authority (VETA);
· Good interpersonal relations and customer care skills;
· Evidence of proficiency in English is an added advantage;
· Good team player.
PERSONAL SECRETARY - 8 POSTS
Terms of Contract: Contract for an Unspecified Period of Time
Reports to: Head of Department
Location: BOT Headquarters, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
To provide secretarial services to Heads of Department and administer departmental office support functions.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Providing administrative and office support to the Head of department including handling appointments and travel arrangements;
b) Managing phone calls, fax and emails directed to the Head of Department;
c) Attending visitors/customers of the Head of department;
d) Typing letters, memos, reports and other documents as required;
e) Handling files, documents (routine and confidential) including non routine information appropriately;
f) Distributing files and documents to relevant officers and parties within the department and outside as instructed;
g) Assisting with organizing meetings and planning official events;
h) Operating and assisting office staff in operating photocopier, scanner and other equipment;
i) Making requisitions and maintaining inventory of office supplies and office equipment machinery;
j) Performing other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Essential Requirements:
· Diploma in Secretarial studies from an accredited training institution;
· Certificate of secondary school education examination with passes in English and Kiswahili;
· Must have shorthand, hatimkato, 100wpm, as well as typing speed 50 wpm;
· Good team player;
· Superior organization skills;
· Good time management skills;
· Good computer skills, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint;
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
· Good customer service skills.
MESSENGER - 6 POSTS
Terms of Contract: Contract for an Unspecified Period of Time
Reports to: Personal Secretary
Location: BOT Headquarters, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
Providing office support services including running errands within and outside the office, photocopying, binding, moving documents/files/office supplies and providing related services.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Moving documents, and office supplies from one location to another within the Bank;
2. Collecting letters and parcels from postal office and other courier agencies and delivering them to intended recipients within the Bank;
3. Delivering letters and parcels to the postal office and other courier agencies for postage and delivering them to the intended addresses;
4. Receiving newspapers and magazines and distributing them to the relevant offices and staff in the Bank;
5. Assisting in basic records keeping, photocopying and binding of documents;
6. Performing other related duties as assigned by superiors from time to time.
Essential Requirements:
  • Certificate of Secondary Education with passes in English and Kiswahili;
  • Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education is an added advantage;
  • Ability to handle confidential information;
  • Good customer service skills;
  • Good team player;
  • Ability to work under minimum supervision.
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN - 2 POSTS
Terms of Contract: Contract for an Unspecified Period of Time
Reports to: Head of Division
Location: BOT Mbeya and Arusha Branch.
Job Purpose:
The Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for carrying out routine and analytical medical laboratory tests on Bank of Tanzania staff and their dependants as recommended by medical doctor.
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
a) Planning and implementing laboratory activities and advise the medical officer on specific matters relating to the operations of the laboratory;
b) Collecting and performing tests/investigation on body fluids, such as blood and urine, using microscope or automatic analyzers to detect abnormalities or diseases;
c) Analyzing reports of tests and record test data to issue reports for the attention of the Medical Officer;
d) Setting up, operating, adjusting, cleaning, maintaining and performing minor repairs on medical laboratory equipment.
e) Initiating requisitions and keeping inventory of supplies and stocks on hand for laboratory use;
f) Keeping accurate records of all the investigations done;
g) Performing other related duties as assigned by superiors.
Essential Requirements:
· Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science,
· Excellent written and oral communication skills;
· Ability to work independently and under pressure,
· Good team player;
· Basic Computer skills;
· Ability to handle confidential information.
· Good customer service skills.
TECHNICIAN – 2 POSTS
Terms of Contract: Contract for an Unspecified Period of Time
Reports to: Head of Division.
Location: BOT Headquarters, Dar es Salaam.
Job purpose:
Carrying out services and maintenance of Bank’s specialized currency processing machines and advising the head of division on the status of the machines at any time.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Carrying out service and maintenance to ensure effective day to day running of Banknote Processing Machines;
b) Conducting maintenance of Destruction Systems and other specialized systems in banking and currency functions ;
c) Performing diagnosis and testing of parts ;
d) Providing technical backup support and advice to systems users;
e) Monitoring and overseeing quality assurance activities on machine operators ;
f) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the head of division.
Essential Requirements:
· Full Technician Certificate or Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical or Electronics engineering;
· Ability to handle confidential information;
· Ability to concentrate and focus;
· Ability to work beyond normal business hours;
· Good team player;
· Basic computer skills;
· Ability to work under minimum supervision;
· Excellent written and oral communication skill;
· Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems will be an added advantage.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants must submit the following for consideration of the applications:
a) An application letter and a detailed curriculum vitae (CV);
b) Certified copies of academic /professional certificates, birth certificates and other relevant certificates;
c) Certification letter from Tanzania Commission for Universities ( for those who studied outside Tanzania);
d) Names and addresses of two reputable referees;
e) Applicant’s reliable contact address, email address and telephone numbers.
Application should be addressed to:
Deputy Governor (AIC),
Bank of Tanzania,
P. O. Box 2939,
Dar es Salaam
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 20th July, 2012 at 4.30 p.m.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted



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