Ajira Mpya Serikalini – Tuma Maombi

Ajira Mpya Serikalini – Tuma Maombi

The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority TAZARA is a statutory Institution owned by the

two Governments of the United Republic of Tanzania and the Republic of Zambia on a 50/50 shareholding basis. Incorporated by the Acts of Parliament of the two contracting states, the Authority’s registered office is in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, with two regional administrative centres in Mpika, Zambia and Dar es Salaam.

Some positions have fallen vacant and, in this regard, applications are Invited from suitably qualified Tanzanians, as follows. The Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority ( TAZARA

Job Tittle: Senior Planning Officer (Technical) – 1 Position

Reporting to Manager – Planning & Corporate Affairs

Duty Station: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Job Summary

The Senior Planning Officer (Technical) provides technical guidance and Services In areas of Civil. Mechanical and Signalling end Telecommunications project Management and research In order to facilitate administration of short. medium and long term corporate plans to achieve the Authority’s goals and objectives.

Main Duties

a) Prepares and submits technical plans and implementation schedules in areas of mechanical. civil signaling and telecommunication engineering;

b) Identifies and seeks approval of alternate engineering project solutions where original plans have been overtaken by events:

c) Develops and puts into application systems of identification and evaluation of engineering investment proposals:

d) Prepares detailed project plans and activity schedules on engineering projects.

e) Monitors and coordinates implementation of investment projects;

f) Keeps abreast with technology trends in the railway industry and works out methods for applying the same in TAZARA:

g) Research into areas of product and equipment improvement together with improvements in methods of maintenance, operations and organization.

h) Establishes and implements engineering performance indices in order to achieve corporate goals.

Qualifications

a) Form four and six Academic Certificates

b) A Degree in Mechanical. Civil or Electrical Engineering

c) Three years’ experience in a relevant job

d) Registered member of an appropriate professional body

Job Title: Head Human Resources -1 Position

Reporting to Regional General Manager

Duty Station: Dar es Salaam,

Job Summary

Reporting to the Regional General Manager, the jobholder is responsible for interpreting and implementing HR Polices and Labour Laws In order to maintain a harmonious working environment.

Main Duties

a) Implements recruitment. compensation, training and benefits policies, covering a staff establishment of more than 1,600 employees:

b) Advises and guides Management on disciplinary and grievance handling. in line with the TAZARA disciplinary code and grievance procedures and local labour legislations.

c) Prepares HR returns on labour movements. In order to enhance effective Staff utilization and planning of future operational demands:

d) Ensures provision and maintenance of social amenities and medical facilities for employees and their families.

Qualifications

a) Form four and six Academic Certificates

b) Degree in Human Resources Management/Public Administration or any Social Science

c) Not less than three years’ experience at Senior officer level

d) Not more than 45 years old

Job Title: Deputy Managing Director – 1 Position

Reporting to Managing Director

Duty Station: Head Office, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Job Summary

The Deputy Managing Director works hand in hand with the Managing Director to formulate strategies and plans for the Authority for approval by the Board of Directors in line with the vision, mission and objectives of the Authority

Main Duties

a) Assists the Managing Director In all matters relating to Management and Administration of the Authority;

b) Deputises the Managing Director and co-ordinates the activities of the Departments to achieve best performances:

c) Monitors operations of the Authority on a day to day basis and keeps the Managing Director advised;

d) Performs any other duties assigned by the Managing Director from time to time.

Qualifications

a) Form four and six Academic Certificates

b) A degree from a recognized University or its equivalent preferably in Business Administration or Engineering;

c) The candidate should have vast experience in Interpersonal skills, leadership and tact to deal with a diverse workforce and clients:

d) At least 10 years of experience in a reputable profit-making organization, five of which must have a traceable record at Senior Management level:

e) Excellent communications skills;

f) A post graduate degree and experience in railway transportation or related industries will be an added advantage.

Mode of Application

Interested candidates should write to the address below justifying how they qualify and enclosing updated curriculum vitae, copies of the relevant certificates, three references and daytime contact details, by 17th August 2018. TAZARA is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. We regret to advise that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The Corporation Secretary

TAZARA Head Office, Nyerere Road

P.O. Box 2834

Dar es Salaam, TANZANIA.