Are you looking for a stable government job in Tanzania? The Executive Director of Kakonko District Council is inviting qualified and passionate Tanzanians to apply for new job opportunities. These vacancies have been approved for the financial year 2023/2024 under Ref. No. FA.97/228/01/09 dated 25th June 2024, from the Permanent Secretary, President’s Office – Public Service Management and Good Governance. This is your chance to build a career in the public sector. Below are the available positions and their requirements:
1. Driver Grade II – 1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Inspecting the vehicle before and after trips to ensure safety.
- Driving staff to various work destinations.
- Performing minor vehicle maintenance.
- Keeping and updating the vehicle logbook for all trips.
- Collecting and delivering various documents.
- Maintaining vehicle cleanliness.
- Carrying out other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
- Must have completed Form Four (O-Level) education with a valid certificate.
- Must hold a Class ‘E’ or ‘C’ driving license.
- At least one year of driving experience without causing accidents.
- Must have attended a Basic Driving Course from VETA or any other government-recognized training institution.
Salary Scale
Government Salary Scale: TGS B
2. Office Management Secretary Grade II – 1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Typing letters, reports, and confidential documents.
- Receiving visitors, listening to their concerns, and directing them to the right office.
- Keeping records of meetings, schedules, appointments, and travel plans for the supervisor.
- Retrieving and organizing files and documents for office use.
- Distributing files to relevant officers and departments.
- Collecting, storing, and returning documents to the appropriate sections.
- Preparing meeting minutes and making necessary arrangements.
- Preparing lists of office supplies needed.
- Performing any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
- Must have Form Four (O-Level) or Form Six (A-Level) education.
- Must hold a Diploma in Secretarial Studies or NTA Level 6 Certificate in Secretarial Studies.
- Must be able to type 100 words per minute in both Kiswahili and English shorthand.
- Must have computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email, and Publisher from a recognized institution.
Salary Scale
Government Salary Scale: TGS C
General Conditions for All Applicants
- Must be a Tanzanian citizen, aged between 18 and 45 years.
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and must specify their type of disability.
- Must attach a certified copy of the birth certificate.
- Applicants already employed in public service entry-level positions should not apply.
- Must attach a detailed CV, including reliable phone numbers and three referees.
- Must attach certified copies of academic certificates (Form IV, Form VI, and relevant professional certificates).
- Result slips, provisional results, or testimonials will not be accepted.
- Applicants with foreign certificates must ensure they are verified by TCU, NECTA, or NACTE.
- Retired public servants are not eligible unless they have official approval.
- Applicants with name differences in certificates must attach Deed Poll or Affidavit.
- Applicants for the Driver position must attach driving training certificates.
- Forged documents will lead to legal action.
- Application Deadline: 16th September 2025
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their applications online through the official recruitment portal: https://portal.ajira.go.tz/, Applications sent outside this system will not be considered. Address your signed application letter to:
Executive Director
Kakonko District Council
P.O. Box 03,
Kakonko, Tanzania.
If you meet the qualifications, don’t miss this opportunity to work with the Kakonko District Council and contribute to community development in Tanzania.
