Looking to advance your career on the international stage? Exciting leadership opportunities have opened up at the Pan African Postal Union (PAPU), headquartered in Arusha, Tanzania. The United Republic of Tanzania, through the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA), ISO 9001:2015 certified, is inviting applications from qualified Tanzanians for two prestigious positions: Assistant Secretary General and Secretary General of PAPU. These vacancies have been announced pursuant to Article 15(3) of the Detailed Regulations of the PAPU Convention for Member States, offering a chance for outstanding professionals to contribute to the future of Africa’s postal sector.
About PAPU and TCRA
The Pan African Postal Union (PAPU) is a specialized agency of the African Union, dedicated to promoting and coordinating postal services across Africa. As a member state, the United Republic of Tanzania is facilitating this recruitment through the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA), which plays a central role in promoting reliable communications and ensuring effective participation in regional and global platforms.
Available Positions
- Assistant Secretary General – PAPU
- Duty Station: Arusha, Tanzania
- Administrative Unit: General Secretariat, PAPU
- Projected Entry into Service: March 2026
- Notice Published: 26th September 2025
- Application Deadline: 1st December 2025
- Secretary General – PAPU
- Duty Station: Arusha, Tanzania
- Administrative Unit: General Secretariat, PAPU
- Projected Entry into Service: March 2026
- Notice Published: 26th September 2025
- Application Deadline: 1st December 2025
Application Guidelines
Candidates must be Tanzanian nationals with the necessary academic qualifications, professional expertise, and leadership experience required for these high-level international roles. Detailed information on duties, responsibilities, and qualification criteria can be accessed through the official TCRA website at: www.tcra.go.tz/documents/vacancies. All applications should be submitted electronically via email to: vacancy@tcra.go.tz.
Key Dates to Remember
- Publication of Vacancy: 26th September 2025
- Application Deadline: 1st December 2025
- Expected Entry into Service: March 2026
These are rare and prestigious opportunities for qualified Tanzanians to lead at the continental level. If you have the vision, expertise, and passion to shape Africa’s postal sector, this is your chance to step forward. Apply now and be part of PAPU’s mission to drive postal and communication services across Africa.
