TANZANIA BROADCASTING CORPORATION VACANCIES

Ref.Na EA.7/96/01/A/147 22st December, 2011

VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT

The Public Service Recruitment Secretariat was established in accordance with Section No. 29 (1) of the Public Service (Amendment) Act, No. 18 of 2007. One of the main functions of this organ is to advertise vacant posts occurring in the Public Service and conduct recruitment process.

On behalf of the Ministry of Information Culture and Sports (Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation) Public Service Recruitment Secretariat invites qualified Tanzanian to fill various vacant posts as follows:-


1.0 THE TANZANIA BROADCASTING CORPORATION - (TBC)

The Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation (TBC) is a Public Service Broadcaster established by Government Order in 2007 and became operational on 1st July, 2007 replacing the then Tanzania Broadcasting Services – Taasisi ya Utangazaji Tanzania (TUT). TUT was established in the year 2002 pursuant to Public Corporation Act No 2 of 1992, Government Notice No 20 of 14th June 2002.

1.1 PROJECT MANAGER (1- POST)

1.1.1 QUALIFICATION:

Holder of Masters Degree in Economics, Finance, Law, Management, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized Institution and should have 10 years working experience 3 of which must be at Senior Managerial Level. Computer skills are essential.

1.1.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Heads the Planning and Development Department,

• Coordinates the planning functions of the Corporation,

• Monitors the implementation of business plans and other short and long term plans,

• Coordinates the preparations of annual budget,

• Ensures the operations of the Corporation proceeds in accordance with the approved budget,

• Coordinates the development plans with a view of identifying potential venture projects or investment opportunities,

• Liaises with the Legal and Estate Departments that the Corporation’s properties – particularly land – have legal ownership,

• Supervises income generation from non-core business projects of the Corporation,

• Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the Director General from time to time.

1.1.3 Salary: Within the salary Scale of PGSS 18


1.2 PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN Grade I & II (2 - POST)

1.2.1 QUALIFICATION

Holder of Full Technician certificate (FTC) in electronics and Telecommunications / Electrical or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Should have at least three years working experience.

1.2.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To carry out technical operations, servicing and maintenance work under minimum supervision

• To take care of all equipment at his/her work place

• To give Technical advice to his/her supervisor

• To carry out more complex operations, maintenance and servicing of equipment in the Broadcasting House, transmitting station and ENG/EFP van

• He/ She is the principal advisor of the Manager of his/her section on all duties performed by technicians

• To perform any other duties assigned

1.2.3 Salary: Within the salary Scale of PGSS 10 for Principal Technician Grade II and PGSS 12 Principal Technician Grade I


1.3 PRINCIPAL PROGRAMME PRODUCER I (1- POST)

1.3.1 QUALIFICATION

Holder of Degree / Advanced Diploma in Journalism, Theatre Art or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Should have at least five years of work experience.

1.3.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To undertake production of planned television programmes in the field of News and Current Affairs, Drama, Light entertainment/music, education/development, talk shows/documentaries/magazine, religious programmes, sports etc

• Responsible for the quality of the programme in terms of lighting, sound recording, camera work, script writing, and editing

• Ensures that programmes are produced according to budget allocations.

• Emanating leadership qualities to control staff under his/her programme of work

• Can work in routine programme-scheduling

• Purchase programme in accordance with laid down policies

• Liaising with researchers on programmes production trends and demands.

1.3.3 Salary: Within the salary Scale of PGSS 16

1.4 SENIOR PRODUCER Grade III (1 - POST)

1.4.1 QUALIFICATION

Holder of Degree / Advanced Diploma in Journalism, Theatre Art or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Should have at least three years of work experience.

1.4.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To undertake production of planned television programmes in the field of News and Current Affairs, Drama, Light entertainment/music, education/development, talk shows/documentaries/magazine, religious programmes, sports etc

• Responsible for the quality of the programme in terms of lighting, sound recording, camera work, script writing, and editing

• Ensures that programmes are produced according to budget allocations.

• Emanating leadership qualities to control staff under his/her programme of work

• Can work in routine programme-scheduling

• Purchase programme in accordance with laid down policies

• Liaising with researchers on programmes production trends and demands.

1.4.3 Salary: Within the salary Scale of PGSS 8


1.5 PROGRAMME PRODUCER GRADE III (1 - POST)

1.5.1 QUALIFICATION

Holder of Degree / Advanced Diploma in Journalism, Theatre Art or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Should have at least three years of work experience.

1.5.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To undertake production of planned television programmes in the field of News and Current Affairs, Drama, Light entertainment/music, education/development, talk shows/documentaries/magazine, religious programmes, sports etc

• Responsible for the quality of the programme in terms of lighting, sound recording, camera work, script writing, and editing

• Ensures that programmes are produced according to budget allocations.

• Emanating leadership qualities to control staff under his/her programme of work

• Can work in routine programme-scheduling

• Purchase programme in accordance with laid down policies


• Liaising with researchers on programmes production trends and demands. 1.5.3 Salary: Within the salary Scale of PGSS 12


1.6 SENIOR TECHNICIAN Grade I & II (4 - POST)

1.6.1 QUALIFICATION

Holder of a full Technician Certificate (FTC) in electronics and telecommunications / Electrical or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Should have at least three years of work experience.

1.6.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• T o carry out technical operations, servicing and maintenance work under supervision of experienced Engineer

• To take care of all equipment at his/her work place

• To carry out maintenance, servicing and operation of technical equipment with minimum supervision

• Calibrate and align broadcasting equipment and tools.

• To deal with microwave and satellite links

• Perform any other duty assigned.

1.6.3 Salary: Within the salary Scale of PGSS 7 & 8 Respectively


1.7 SENIOR JOURNALIST GRADE III (1 - POST)

1.7.1 QUALIFICATION

Holder of Degree / Advanced Diploma in Journalism, Theatre Art or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Should have at least three years of work experience.

1.7.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To edit news and current affairs brought in by reporters

• To give sound news judgement and editorial decision in line with laid down editorial policy of TBC

• Cultivate good working relations with various leaders of institutions and members of the public to guarantee

• Ensures that programmes are produced according to budget allocations.

• Emanating leadership qualities to control staff under his/her programme of work

• Can work in routine programme-scheduling

• Purchase programme in accordance with laid down policies

• Liaising with researchers on programmes production trends and demands. 1.7.3 Salary: Within the salary Scale of PGSS 8


1.8 ACCOUNTANT Grade I (1 - POST)

1.8.1 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Holder of NBAA Professional Level II & III Certificate, B.Com majoring in Accountancy, or Advanced Diploma in Accountancy from a recognized institution with two years working experience in Public Service.

1.8.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To post subsidiary registers, sales, staff debtors, sundry debtors and creditors, fixed assets, investment, etc.

• Preparation of Bank and Final Accounts reconciliation

• Making sure that posting of journal entries duty is performed well without delay

• To maintain fixed assets registers and prepare schedule of fixed assets for final accounts

• To verify assets and reconcile the same between general ledger and fixed assets register

• To supervise the annual stock taking exercise and reconciliation of stocks.

• To ensure that employees are paid right rates with proper deductions being made

• To perform any other duties assigned

1.8.3 Salary: Within the salary Scale of PGSS 7


1.9 ASSISTANT INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY OFFICER (1 - POST)

1.9.1 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Holder of Diploma in Information Technology or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution plus at least one year of relevant experience.

1.9.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains servers, workstations and peripherals

• Carries out system back

• Conducts in house training on computer application

• Provides IT support services to users

• Performs any other related duties assigned by supervisor. 1.9.3 Salary: Within the salary Scale of PGSS 6


1.10 SENIOR DRIVER GRADE III (1 - POST)

1.10.1 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Holder of Secondary School Education Certificate should posses class ‘C’ driving

License with at least three years of driving experience without causing road accident.

1.10.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Driving of motor vehicles, cars, pick-ups and lories as may be assigned

• Ensuring that motor vehicles and their accessories are in good condition

• Make some minor repairs

• Maintaining and recording log sheets for all journeys made

1.10.2 Salary: Within the salary Scale of POSS 6


1.11 SECURITY GUARD (1 - POST)

1.11.1 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Holder of Secondary School education certificate

• People’s Militia or National Service Voluntary Training Course or equivalent

• Working experience of at least two (2) years in related field

1.11.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report to the Head of Security Services

• Guard TBC surroundings

• Ensuring property of TBC are in safe custody

• Checking in coming and outgoing materials and equipments

• Identifying and receiving visitors

• Prepare daily security report

• Perform any other related duties assigned

1.11.2 Salary: Within the salary Scale of POSS 5

1.12 JOURNALIST /PRESENTER Grade I and II (2 - POSTS)

1.12.1 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Holder of Degree / Advanced Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication or Theatre Arts from recognized institute.

• A working experience of at least two years (2) as Radio/TV Journalist and Presenter of Programmes in both languages, English and Swahili.

• Must be very fluent in spoken English and Swahili

• Computer literate

1.12.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To undertake production of planned quality radio or television programmes in the field of:

• News and current affairs

• Drama

• Entertainment/music/sports

• Education/development

• Talk shows/documentaries

• Religious programmes

1.12.3 Salary: Within the salary Scale of PGSS 6 & PGSS 7


GENERAL CONDITIONS

i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania

ii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, e-mail addres and telephone numbers.

iii. Applicants should not be above 45 years of age and should observe the age limit where indicated for each position.

iv. The title of the position applied for should be 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.

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- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.

- Computer Certificate

- Professional certificates from respective boards

- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.

vii. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED

viii. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.

ix. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action

x. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.

xi. 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.

xii. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.

xiii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.

xiv. This advert is also found in www.utumishi.go.tz, www.pmoralg.go.tz and www.tbc.go.tz

xv. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)

xvi. Dead line for application is , 02nd January, 2012 at 3:30 p.m

xvii. Application letters should be written in English

xviii. APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTALBE:

Secretary,

Public Service Recruitment Secretariat,

P.O. Box 63100,

DAR ES SALAAM.