THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, SCIENCE AND

TECHNOLOGY

UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM

MKWAWA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

Ref. No.: MUCE: C4/18/31 Date: 28th December, 2022

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES RE-

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The Mkwawa University College of Education is a Constituent College of the

University of Dar es Salaam located in Iringa, Tanzania. The College was
established in 2005 following the upgrading of the former Mkwawa High School
in response to the growing demand for teachers in the country.

The Management of Mkwawa University College of Education {MUCE} invites job

applications from suitably qualified Tanzanians to fill the following Academic
vacant posts on Permanent and Pensionable terms as mentioned below:-

1. FACULTY OF SCIENCE
1.1 Tutorial Assistant - Informatics (2 posts)
1.1.1 Duties and Responsibilities;
i) Undergo an induction course in pedagogy for those who had none before;
ii) Understudy senior members, including attending lectures and seminars,
tutorials and practical training;
iii) Conduct tutorials, seminars and practical;
iv) Assist in research, consultancy and other public services;
v) This is a training post; the staff is required to undergo a Master’s and
Doctorate Degree training programme; and
vi) Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant authorities

1 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to

non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.
1.1.2 Qualifications:
Must be a holder of Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Bachelor of
Science in Computer Engineering, Bachelor of Science in
Telecommunications, Bachelor of Science with Education, Bachelor of
Science in Software Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Informatics or
Bachelor of Science in Data Science with a G.P.A of not less than 3.8 out of
5.0 from a recognized University.

1.1.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale: PUTS 1.1

1.2 Tutorial Assistant - Physics (2 posts)

1.2.1 Duties and Responsibilities;
i) Undergo an induction course in pedagogy for those who had none before;
ii) Understudy senior members, including attending lectures and seminars,
tutorials and practical training;
iii) Conduct tutorials, seminars and practical;
iv) Assist in research, consultancy and other public services;
v) This is a training post; the staff is required to undergo a Master’s and
Doctorate Degree training programme; and
vi) Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant authorities.

1.2.2 Qualifications:
Must be a holder of Bachelor of Science with Education or Bachelor of
Science in Electronics with a G.P.A of not less than 3.8 out of 5.0 from a
recognized University.

1.2.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale: PUTS 1.1

1.3 Tutorial Assistant - Chemistry (1 post)

1.3.1 Duties and Responsibilities;
i) Undergo an induction course in pedagogy for those who had none before;
ii) Understudy senior members, including attending lectures and seminars,
tutorials and practical training;
iii) Conduct tutorials, seminars and practicals;
iv) Assist in research, consultancy and other public services;
v) This is a training post; the staff is required to undergo a Master’s and
Doctorate Degree training programme; and
vi) Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant authorities.

1.3.2 Qualifications
Must be a holder of Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, or Bachelor of
Science with Education with a G.P.A of not less than 3.8 out of 5.0 from a
recognized University.
2 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to
non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.
1.3.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale: PUTS 1.1

2. FACULTY OF EDUCATION
2.1Tutorial Assistant - Early Childhood Education (1 Post)

2.1.1Duties and Responsibilities;

i) Undergo an induction course in pedagogy for those who had none before;
ii) Understudy senior members, including attending lectures and seminars,
tutorials and practical training;
iii) Conduct tutorials, seminars and practicals;
iv) Assist in research, consultancy and other public services;
v) This is a training post; the staff is required to undergo a Master’s and
Doctorate Degree training programme; and
vi) Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant authorities.

2.1.2 Qualifications
The applicant must be a holder of Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood
Education (ECE) with a G.P.A of not less than 3.8 out of 5.0 from a recognized
University.

2.1.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 1

3. FACULTY OF SCIENCE
3.1Assistant Lecturer – Information Technology Security (1 Post)
3.1.1 Duties and Responsibilities;
i) To undergo an induction course in pedagogic skills for those who had none
before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practical’s for
Undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authorities.

3.1.2 Qualifications:
Holder of Master of Science in Information Technology Security or Master
of Science in Computer Science with at least a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0. In
additional the candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.8 out of 5.0 of the

3 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to

non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.
 first degree. The applicant should have a consistency career progression in
his/her relevant area of specialization from Bachelor to Master’s degree.
3.1.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

3.2 Assistant Lecturer – Ecology (1 Post)

3.2.1 Duties and Responsibilities;
i) To undergo an induction, course in pedagogic skills for those who had
none before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practical for
Undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authorities.

3.2.2 Qualifications:
Holder of Master of Science in Biodiversity Conservation, Master of Wildlife
Ecology, Master of Science in Applied Ecology or Master of Science in
Biodeversity and Ecosystem Management with at least a GPA of 4.0 out of
5.0. In additional the candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.8 out of
5.0 of the first degree. The applicant should have a consistency career
progression in his/her relevant area of specialization from Bachelors to
Master’s degree.

3.2.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

3.3 Assistant Lecturer – Botany (1 Post)

3.3.1 Duties and Responsibilities;
i) To undergo an induction, course in pedagogic skills for those who had
none before;
ii) To carry out lectures conduct tutorials, seminars and practical for
Undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
4 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to
non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.
 vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authorities.

3.3.2 Qualifications:
Holder of Master of Science in Botany, Master of Science in applied Botany
or Master of Science in Biodiversity, Master of Science in Forestry Sciences
or Master of Science in Dryland Biodiversity with at least a GPA of 4.0 out
of 5.0. In additional the candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.8 out of
5.0 of the first degree. The applicant should have a consistency career
progression in his/her relevant area of specialization from Bachelors to
Master’s degree.
3.3.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

3.4 Assistant Lecturer – Inorganic Chemistry (1 Post)

3.4.1 Duties and Responsibilities;

i) To undergo an induction course in pedagogic skills for those who had none
before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practical’s for
Undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authorities.

3.4.2 Qualifications:
Holder of Masters of Science in Chemistry with at least a GPA of 4.0 out of
5.0. In additional the candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.8 out of
5.0 of the first degree. The applicant should have a consistency career
progression in his/her relevant area of specialization from Bachelors to
Master’s degree.

3.4.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

5 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to

non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.
 4. FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
4.1 Assistant Lecturer - Political Science and Public Administration (1
post)

4.1.1 Duties and Responsibilities;

i) To undergo an induction, course in pedagogic skills for those who had

none before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practicals for
Undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authorities

4.1.2 Qualifications:

Holder of Masters of Arts in Political Science and Public Administration

with at least a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0. In additional the candidate must have
a minimum GPA of 3.8 out of 5.0 of the first degree in the same field and
be assessed as potentially good academically. The applicant should have a
consistency career progression in his/her relevant area of specialization
from Bachelors to Master’s degree.

4.1.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

4.2 Assistant Lecturer - Languages and Linguistics (1 Post)

4.2.1 Duties and responsibilities;
i) To undergo an induction, course in pedagogic skills for those who had
none before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practicals for
Undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;

6 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to

non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.
 vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authority.

4.2.2 Qualifications:
Holder of Master’s Degree in Linguistics, English or Communication Skills,
with at least a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0. In additional the candidate must have
a minimum GPA of 3.8 out of 5.0 of the first degree in the same field and
be assessed as potentially good academically. The applicant should have a
consistency career progression in his/her relevant area of specialization
from Bachelors to Master’s degree.

4.2.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

4.3 Assistant Lecturer - Geography (1 Post)

4.3 1 Duties and Responsibilities;
i) To undergo an induction, course in pedagogic skills for those who had
none before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practical’s for
Undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authorities.

4.3.2 Qualifications:
Holder of Master’s Degree in Geography and Environmental studies,
Demography, Disaster Management, Geomatics, Natural Resource
Management, Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing with at
least a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0. In additional the candidate must have a
minimum GPA of 3.8 out of 5.0 of the first degree in the same field and be
assessed as potentially good academically. The applicant should have a
consistency career progression in his/her relevant area of specialization
from Bachelors to Master’s degree.

4.3.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

7 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to

non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.
5 FACULTY OF EDUCATION
5.1 Assistant Lecturer - Computer Literacy/Computer Assisted Learning
in Science and Mathematics (1 post)

5.1.1 Duties and responsibilities

i) To undergo an induction, course in pedagogic skills for those who had
none before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practical’s for
undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authority.

5.1.2 Qualifications:
Holder of a Master of Education in Science Education or Master of Science with
Education with background in Computer Science, Informatics, Information or
Communication Technology or software technology with a minimum G.P.A of 4.0
at Master’s level and Bachelor of Education in Science or Bachelor of Science
with Education with G.P.A of 3.8 from a reputable University.

5.1.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

5.2 Assistant Lecturer - Educational Technology (1 Post)

5.2.1 Duties and Responsibilities;
i) To undergo an induction, course in pedagogic skills for those who had
none before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practicals for
undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authority.
8 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to
non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.
5.2.2 Qualifications:
Holder of a Master of Education in Science Education or Master of Science with
Education or Master of Arts with Education with background in Educational
Technology with a minimum G.P.A of 4.0 at Master’s level and 3.8 at Bachelor
degree in Bachelor of Education in Science or Bachelor of Science with
Education from a reputable University.
5.2.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

5.3 Assistant Lecturer - Inclusive and Special Needs Education (1 Post)

5.3.1 Duties and Responsibilities

i) To undergo an induction, course in pedagogic skills for those who had
none before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practicals for
undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;

v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and

support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authority.

5.3.2 Qualifications:
Holder of a Master of Arts with Education or Master of Arts in Applied Social
Psychology or Master of Arts in Special Needs/Inclusive Education with a
minimum G.P.A of 4.0 at Master’s level and Bachelor of Education in Science OR
Bachelor of Education in Arts with G.P.A. 3.8 at Bachelor’s degree from a
reputable University.

5.3.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

5.4 Assistant Lecturer - Kiswahili Teaching Methods (1 Post)

5.4.1 Duties and Responsibilities;
i) To undergo an induction, course in pedagogic skills for those who had
none before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practicals for
undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
9 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to
non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.
 v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authority.

5.4.2 Qualifications:
Holder of a Master of Arts with Education with a minimum G.P.A of 4.0 and
Bachelor of Education in Arts with G.P.A. of 3.8 from a reputable University.
5.4.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

5.5 Assistant Lecturer - Human Resource Management in Education (1 Post)

5.5.1 Duties and Responsibilities
i) To undergo an induction, course in pedagogic skills for those who had
none before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practicals for
undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authority.

5.5.2 Qualifications:
Holder of a Master of Educational Management and Administration with a
minimum G.P.A of 4.0 and Bachelor of Education in Science OR Bachelor of Arts
with G.P.A of 3.8 from a reputable University.
5.5.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

5.6 Assistant Lecturer - The History of Education or Sociology of

Education (1 Post)

5.6.1 Duties and Responsibilities;

i) To undergo an induction, course in pedagogic skills for those who had
none before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practicals for
undergraduate programmes;
10 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to
non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.
 iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authority.

5.6.2 Qualifications:
Holder of a Master of Arts with Education with a minimum G.P.A of 4.0 at
Master’s level and Bachelor of Education in Arts OR Bachelor of Education in
Science with G.P.A of 3.8 at a Bachelor’s degree from a reputable University.

5.6.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

5.7 Assistant Lecturer - Philosophy of Education (1 Post)

5.7.1 Duties and Responsibilities:-

i) To undergo an induction course in pedagogic skills for those who had none
before;
ii) To carry out lectures, conduct tutorials, seminars and practicals for
undergraduate programmes;
iii) To prepare and present case studies;
iv) To conduct and publish/disseminate research results;
v) To recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provided help and
support;
vi) To participate in consultancies and community services under
Supervision;
vii) To undergo postgraduate training to PhD level; and
viii) To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant
authority.

5.7.2 Qualifications:
Holder of a Master of Arts with Education with a minimum G.P.A of 4.0 at
Master’s level and Bachelor of Education in Arts OR Bachelor of Education in
Science with G.P.A. of 3.8 at a Bachelor’s degree from a reputable University.

5.7.3 Remuneration: Salary Scale PUTS 2

11 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to

non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested candidates should apply in confidence, enclosing certified copies of
academic certificates, transcripts/testimonials, and detailed CV with addresses
of two referees. Applications should reach the undersigned within two weeks
from the date of this advertisement.

Note:
i) Applicants employed in the Public Service must channel their
application letters through their respective employers. Applicants
who will not comply to such status will lead to automatic
disqualification;
ii) Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by the
Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU);
iii) The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA) should verify
certificates from foreign examination bodies for Ordinary or Advanced
level education;
iv) Presentation of forged certificates & other information will necessitate
to legal action;
v) Candidates with unclassified degrees should attach an official GPA
count from the respective University;
vi) Applicants who were once employed in the public service should
state the organization they worked with and why they were
terminated from the public service;
vii) A signed application letter should be written in English and
Addressed to the Secretary, President’s Office, Public Service
Recruitment Secretariat, P.O. Box 2320, Utumishi Building at
the University of Dodoma – Dr. Asha Rose Migiro Buildings –
Dodoma;
viii) Deadline for application is 14th January, 2023;
ix) Only shortlisted candidates will be informed on the date of interview
and;

NOTE: All applications must be sent through Recruitment Portal by

using the following address; http://portal.ajira.go.tz and not
otherwise (This address also can be found at PSRS Website, click
‘Recruitment Portal’).

12 The University of Dar es Salaam is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to

non-discriminatory manner of students’ admission and staff recruitment.