The Bank of Tanzania, an equal opportunity employer and Tanzania’s central bank, is looking for suitably qualified young Tanzanian citizens of high personal integrity to fill the following vacant positions at the Head Office and at its Branches in Mwanza, Mbeya, Arusha, Zanzibar and Training Institute, Mwanza.
Position: Financial Analyst III (Credit Guarantee Scheme) - 1 Post
Reports to: Head of Division
Contract type: Contract for unspecified period of time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
To perform analyses of reliability of credit guarantee applications, processing credit guarantees and advising management on administration of the Scheme in line with the Credit Guarantee Policy and Operational Guidelines.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Analysing and evaluating credit guarantee applications for consideration by approving authority;
b) Providing inputs in reviewing policy and operational guidelines on Export Credit Guarantee Scheme (ECGS) and Small and Medium Enterprises Credit Guarantee Scheme (SME_CGS);
c) Reviewing Agency and Guarantee Framework Agreements;
d) Preparing periodic credit guarantee performance reports;
e) Monitoring performance of the Economic Empowerment Programme;
f) Preparing legal documents in collaboration with Legal Department;
g) Responding to various enquiries regarding credit guarantee facilities;
h) Conducting onsite visits to examine performance of the guaranteed projects;
i) Developing and maintaining ECGS and SME-CGS database;
j) Monitoring and recovering guarantee fees;
k) Performing other related duties as assigned by Head of Division.
Education/Professional Qualifications Required:
a) Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics or related field;
b) Master’s degree or CFA certification will be an added advantage.
Position: Bank Examiner III (Banking Supervision) - 6 Posts
Reports to: Head of Division
Contract type: Contract for unspecified period of time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
To analyse and review the financial condition and performance of banks and financial institutions and making appropriate recommendations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Carrying out analysis and evaluation of applications for banking licences and providing appropriate recommendations;
b) Analysing applications for licence submitted by banks against established criteria and making recommendations on the suitability of proposed managers and board of directors;
c) Reviewing periodic reports from banks and financial institutions to monitor performance and financial condition and preparing relevant reports;
d) Conducting on-site examinations and off-site surveillance of assigned banking institutions;
e) Developing and updating institutional profile of banks and financial institutions;
f) Conducting on-site examinations of banking institutions including their local and foreign branches;
g) Providing inputs for the development and review of laws, regulations, circulars and guidelines for banking institutions on various supervisory issues;
h) Preparing learning materials and participating in seminars and workshops to banking institutions on prudential aspects;
i) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the Head of Division.
Education/Professional Qualifications Required:
a) Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Banking, Law or Economics;
b) Master’s degree and/or professional certification in Banking or Accounting will be an added advantage;
Position: Receptionist III (Mbeya Branch and Training Institute Mwanza) – 2 Posts
Reports to: Head of Division
Contract type: Contract for unspecified period of time
Location: Mbeya Branch and Training Institute, Mwanza
Job Purpose:
To act as the Bank’s first point of contact by answering telephones, greeting and directing visitors, customers and members of the public and providing relevant information as needed.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Answering telephones from within and outside the Bank;
b) Screening, routing and connecting calls;
c) Keeping record of all visitors who enter/visit the Bank;
d) Responding to enquiries and obtaining information for customers, visitors and members of the public;
e) Providing information about the Bank as may be required: location of departments, offices and employees in the Bank;
f) Taking messages and informing other employees of visitors’ arrivals or cancellations of appointments;
g) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the head of division.
Education/Professional Qualifications and Experience Required:
a) Diploma in Business Administration or its equivalent from an accredited institution and relevant work - related training;
b) Ability to communicate clearly in English and Kiswahili and any other major foreign languages such as French;
c) Self motivated and ability to work under pressure;
d) Strong interpersonal skills;
e) Good customer service;
f) Basic computer skills;
g) At least two years work experience as receptionist.
Position: Office Attendant (Kitchen) III (Finance & Administration, Mbeya) - 1 Post
Reports to: Head of Division
Contract type: Contract for unspecified period of time
Location: Mbeya Branch.
Job Purpose:
To prepare beverages for staff members and Bank’s visitors.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Preparing and serving refreshments to members of staff and Bank’s visitors;
b) Cleaning and safekeeping of kitchen facilities;
c) Initiating requisitions for kitchen facilities and other requirements;
d) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the head of division.
Education/Professional Qualifications Required:
a) Certificate of Secondary Education with passes in English and Kiswahili;
b) Basic certificate in catering;
Position: Artisan (Plumber) III (Estate Management) - 1 Post
Reports to: Head of Division
Contract type: Contract for unspecified period of time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
To install, repair and maintain pipes, fixtures and other plumbing used for water distribution and waste water disposal in residential and office premises.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Carrying out water supply installations at Bank’s premises and residential premises;
b) Carrying out routine checks on all water supply installations, machinery and equipments;
c) Performing maintenance services on plumbing systems and fixtures at Bank’s residential and office premises;
d) Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet relevant health and safety requirements;
e) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the Head of Division.
Education/Professional Qualifications and Experience Required:
a) Certificate of Secondary Education Examination;
b) Trade Test Certificate in Plumbing;
c) Two (2) years of relevant working experience.
Position: Personal Secretary III (Head Office) - 4 Posts
Reports to: Head of Division
Contract type: Contract for unspecified period of time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
To provide secretarial services to Head of Department and administer departmental office support functions.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Providing administrative and office support to the Head of department including handling appointments and travel arrangements;
b) Managing phone calls, fax and emails directed to the Head of Department;
c) Attending to visitors/customers of the Head of department;
d) Typing letters, memos, reports and other documents as required;
e) Handling files, documents (routine and confidential) including non routine information appropriately;
f) Distributing files and documents to relevant officers and parties within the department and outside as instructed;
g) Assisting with organizing meetings and planning official events;
h) Operating and assisting office staff in operating photocopier, scanner and other equipment;
i) Making requisitions and maintaining inventory of office supplies and office equipment machinery;
j) Performing other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Education/Professional Qualifications Required:
a) Diploma in Secretarial studies from an accredited training institution;
b) Certificate of secondary education examination with passes in English and Kiswahili.
c) Must have shorthand, hatimkato, 100wpm, as well as typing speed 50 wpm;
d) Good team player;
e) Strong organization skills;
f) Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint e.t.c;
g) Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
h) Good customer service skills.
Position: Security Officer III (Branches, Mwanza, Mbeya, Zanzibar and Arusha) - 4 Posts
Reports to: Head of Division
Contract type: Contract for unspecified period of time
Location: Branches: Mwanza, Mbeya, Zanzibar and Arusha
Job Purpose:
To coordinate activities of security team pertaining to protection of property, buildings, staff and visitors to ensure security and safety at all times.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Advising on internal security matters;
b) Organizing work schedules and maintaining optimal staffing of Security Control Room and security guard posts;
c) Ensuring security systems such as CCTV, alarms etc. are working properly and organizing repair and maintenance of security equipment;
d) Enforcing security rules and regulations and procedures relating to access control;
e) Handling response to fire and other emergencies ;
f) Preparing and providing security awareness training to Bank’s employees;
g) Handling special circumstances or security incidents
h) Taking measures to ensure control of movement of people and Bank properties to/from the Bank’s premises;
i) Preparing periodic incidents and activity reports for management’s attention;
j) Organizing training for security staff;
k) Performing other related duties as assigned by the Head of Division.
Education/Professional Qualifications and Experience Required:
a) Bachelor’s Degree in Security Operations, Law or its equivalent;
b) Master’s degree plus police or security training will be an added advantage;
c) At least three (3) years of relevant experience in a general customer focused role;
d) Attention to details;
e) Strong interpersonal skills;
f) Strong observational skills;
g) Basic knowledge and hands-on experience of IT;
h) Customer service skills.
Position: Risk Analyst II (Investment Risk) - 1 Post
Reports to: Head of Division
Contract type: Contract for unspecified period of time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
To support the design and management of the Bank’s framework for identifying, measuring and mitigating investment risks.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Researching on market and credit risks associated with reserve management for policy advice and decision making;
b) Measuring, analyzing and preparing periodical investment portfolios and attribution report to establishing the source of excess return;
c) Preparing periodic investment risk assessment reports;
d) Monitoring, analyzing and reporting on global financial markets developments and advising Head of Investment Risk on how to minimize the investment risk exposures ;
e) Evaluating risk across all portfolios and asset classes;
f) Monitoring portfolio performance to ensure adherence to risk limits in line with Foreign Exchange Reserve Management Policy and Guidelines;
g) Preparing daily market risks report for decision making purposes;
h) Performing periodic strategic asset allocation based on detailed market analysis in line with the Bank’s risk constraints;
i) Monitoring operational risks associated with reserves management operations and advising the Head of investment Risk on strategies to minimize operational risk exposures;
j) Participating in regular review of policy and procedures on reserve management operations;
k) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the Head of Division.
Education/Professional Qualifications Required:
a) Masters of Science degree in Financial Economics, Financial engineering, Investment Analysis or Quantitative Finance;
b) Analytical skills;
c) Experience of applying risk management techniques will be an added advantage;
d) Strong communication skills;
e) IT skills.
Position: Senior Legal Officer (Litigation) - 1 Post
Reports to: Head of Division
Contract type: Contract for unspecified period of time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
To provide legal advice and support on criminal and civil litigations to which the Bank is a party or in which it has interest and on matters relating to employment and labour relations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Representing the Bank in civil and criminal matters in which the Bank has interest;
b) Following up Bank’s cases in courts of law, tribunals and advocates’ chambers and keeping records of pending cases;
c) Conducting research on various court cases to which the Bank is a party and advising on appropriate court representation;
d) Providing legal advice on various claims ;
e) Advising on matters relating to labour and employment relations;
f) Drafting, reviewing and vetting contracts between the Bank and its employees, other institutions and service providers;
g) Initiating drafts/legal briefs required in negotiations with various parties;
h) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by head of division.
Education/Professional Qualifications and Experience Required:
a) Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree in Law;
b) Practising Advocate;
c) A minimum of eight (8) years of post-qualification experience and practice preferably in handling litigation matters.
Position: Legal Officer II (Legislation) - 2 Posts
Reports to: Head of Division
Contract type: Contract for unspecified period of time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
To provide legal services and advice to management to enable the Bank to conduct its affairs in compliance with the Act establishing the Bank, other legislation and its internal policies and regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Advising Management on approaches, options and consequences relating to conduct of affairs to ensure legal protection of the Bank’s operations;
b) Providing legal opinion and advice to Management on cases and on various legal issues that may arise from time to time;
c) Assessing adequacy of existing legal framework within which the Bank operates and advising management on appropriate action;
d) Drafting, reviewing and updating contracts and agreements relating to the operations of the Bank in collaboration with relevant parties and participating in negotiations where necessary;
e) Initiating and facilitating mandatory registration of legal documents such as title deeds, trust deeds and other instruments;
f) Assessing applications and advising Management on licensing and regulation of banks, financial institutions, credit reference bureau and Bureaux de change;
g) Following up publication of subsidiary legislations relating to the Bank’s activities in the Government Gazette;
h) Providing secretarial services to Management committees as and when required;
i) Advising Management on and interpreting bank’s policies, regulations and procedures etc;
j) Preparing periodic status reports and making recommendations to Management;
k) Preparing legal briefs and contracts for negotiations with other parties on various issues;
l) Providing support in safekeeping of legal documents and maintaining confidentiality;
m) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the Head of Division.
Education/Professional Qualifications and Experience Required:
a) Bachelor’s degree in Law from an accredited institution;
b) Strong analytical, negotiating and drafting skills;
c) Three (3) years’ experience in legal practice;
d) Master’s degree or registration as practicing Advocate will be an added advantage.
Position: Driver III (Head Office, Arusha and Mbeya Branches) – 4 Posts
Reports to: Head of Division
Terms of Contract: Contract for an Unspecified Period of Time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam, Arusha and Mbeya Branches
Job Purpose:
To carry out a range of motor vehicle driving duties and ensure passengers reach their destination safely and materials are delivered timely.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Driving assigned vehicle in professional, safe and courteous manner;
b) Assisting passengers in and out of the vehicle;
c) Keeping the assigned vehicle clean;
d) Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on vehicle maintenance, fuel consumption, incident/ accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other relevant report;
e) Performing minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle as required;
f) Initiating a schedule for major or periodic vehicle maintenance with Transport Officer so as to minimize service interruption;
g) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the Head of Division.
Education/Professional Qualifications Required:
a) Certificate of Secondary Education Examination with passes in English and Kiswahili;
b) A valid Class C Driving Licence;
c) A driving Certificate from the National Institute of Transport (NIT) or Vocational Education Training Authority (VETA);
d) Good interpersonal relations and customer service skills;
e) Evidence of proficiency in English is an added advantage;
f) Good team player.
Position: Messenger III (Human Resource and Zanzibar Branch) – 2 Posts
Reports to: Head of Division
Terms of Contract: Contract for an Unspecified Period of Time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar Branch
Job Purpose:
To provide office support services including running errands within and outside the office, photocopying, binding, moving documents /files/office supplies and providing related services.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Moving documents and office supplies from one location to another within the Bank;
b) Collecting letters and parcels from postal office and other courier agencies and delivering them to intended recipients within the Bank;
c) Delivering letters and parcels to the postal office and other courier agencies for postage and delivering them to the intended addresses;
d) Receiving newspapers and magazines and distributing them to the relevant offices and staff in the Bank;
e) Assisting in basic records keeping, photocopying and binding of documents;
f) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by Supervisor;
Education/Professional Qualifications Required:
a) Certificate of Secondary Education Examination with passes in Kiswahili and English;
b) Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination is an added advantage;
c) Ability to handle confidential information;
d) Good customer service skills;
e) Good team player;
f) Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Position: Bank Officer II (Project Management) – 1 Post
Reports to: Head of Division
Terms of Contract: Contract for an Unspecified Period of Time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
To coordinate and monitor implementation of Bank’s projects and ensure adherence to project management principles and the Bank’s Project Management Framework.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Assisting in the day-to-day overall coordination and monitoring of Bank’s projects with a view to ensuring that projects are planned and managed in accordance with the Bank’s Project Management Framework;
b) Providing advice and guidance to project managers and projects steering committees on project management;
c) Maintaining a repository of projects information;
d) Reviewing policies and guidelines on projects management;
e) Monitoring and evaluating Bank’s projects;
f) Coordinating and providing training on project management with a view to improving project management skills among staff;
g) Preparing and consolidating annual budget requirements for the Bank’s projects;
h) Proving secretarial support to the Corporate Projects Management Committee;
i) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the Head of Division.
Education/Professional Qualifications Required:
a) Masters degree in Economics, Finance, Strategic Management or Project Management;
b) Professional certification in project management will be an added advantage;
c) Analytical and quantitative skills;
d) Experience in preparing projects reports will be an added advantage;
e) Computer literacy;
f) Good team player;
g) Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
Position: Senior Supplies Officer (Procurement) – 1 Post
Reports to: Head of Division
Terms of Contract: Contract for an Unspecified Period of Time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
To carry out procurement activities and assist the Head of Procurement Management in ensuring compliance with the procurement law and regulations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Assisting the Head of Procurement with day-to-day procurement activities;
b) Carrying out secretarial duties in respect of the meetings of the Central Tender Board;
c) Assisting the Head of Procurement in preparing the Bank’s annual procurement plan;
d) Assisting user departments to establish detailed technical specifications, terms of reference and statement of requirements for procurement purposes;
e) Preparing bidding documents to prospective bidders;
f) Preparing and reviewing procurement contracts as well as maintaining register for contracts;
g) Conducting analysis of quotations basing on criteria set forth in the Request for Quotations;
h) Preparing and issuing purchase orders and maintaining a register for purchase orders;
i) Following up on delivery of approved items from various suppliers;
j) Preparing periodic reports on procurement;
k) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by the Head of Division.
Education/Professional Qualifications and Experience Required:
a) Masters Degree in Procurement or its equivalent from an accredited institution;
b) Professional certification in procurement and supplies management;
c) At least six (6) years of relevant working experience;
d) Computer literacy;
e) Good team player;
f) Ability to work under minimum supervision;
g) Ability to work under pressure;
h) Customer service skills;
i) Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
Position: Human Resource Officer III (Human Resource) – 1 Post
Reports to: Head of Division
Contract type: Contract for unspecified period of time
Location: Head Office, Dar es Salaam
Job Purpose:
To provide advice and support services required in formulation and implementation of policies relating to recruitment, compensation, training and development, performance management and labour and employee relations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Providing inputs and participating in formulation and implementation of human resource policies and programmes;
b) Assisting line managers and staff to understand and implement human resource policies and procedures;
c) Supporting management in developing and implementing human resource planning strategies;
d) Coordinating recruitment and selection activities and ensuring that supervisors have accurate and timely information to make effective decisions;
e) Advising on salary and employee benefits administration;
f) Providing support and guidance to line managers in analyzing training needs and facilitating implementation of the Bank’s training plan;
g) Assisting supervisors in administering the Bank’s staff performance management scheme;
h) Advising on various issues pertaining to labour and employee relations;
i) Performing other related duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
Education/Professional Qualifications:
a) Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration with specialization in Human Resource Management from an accredited institution;
b) Knowledge of labour laws;
c) Strong communication skills;
d) Strong interpersonal relations and ability to work effectively in teams;
e) Results-oriented;
f) Master’s degree will be an added advantage. How to Apply:
Interested applicants must submit the following for consideration of the applications:
a) A curriculum vitae (CV);
b) Certified copies of certificates, birth certificate and other relevant certificates;
c) Two recent passport size photographs;
d) Names and addresses of two reputable referees;
e) Applicant’s reliable contact address, email address and telephone numbers.
f) Applicants with academic certificates from foreign universities must submit proof of accreditation of issuing institutions.
Application should be addressed to:
Deputy Governor (AIC),
Bank of Tanzania,
P. O. Box 2939,
DAR ES SALAAM.
Closing Date:
Applications should reach the Deputy Governor’s Office on or before 6.00 pm on 11th November, 2013.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
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