The Executive Director of Kakonko District Council invites applications from qualified Tanzanians who are interested in working with the Council. These vacancies are being announced following approval for the 2023/2024 financial year.
1. Driver Grade II (1 Post)
Key Duties
- Inspect the vehicle before and after trips to ensure safety.
- Transport staff to various official destinations.
- Carry out minor vehicle repairs and maintenance.
- Record all journeys in the official logbook.
- Collect and deliver official documents.
- Keep the vehicle clean.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must have completed Form Four (O-Level) with a Certificate.
- Must possess a valid Class “E” or “C” driving license.
- At least one (1) year of accident-free driving experience.
- Must have attended a recognized Basic Driving Course from VETA or any other government-recognized institution.
Salary Scale
Government Salary Scale: TGS B.
2. Office Management Secretary Grade II (1 Post)
Key Duties
- Type letters, reports, and confidential documents.
- Receive visitors and direct them appropriately.
- Maintain records of meetings, appointments, work schedules, and official events.
- Retrieve and file official documents as required.
- Receive, distribute, and track files within departments.
- Prepare meeting notes and minutes.
- Compile office supply requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must have completed Form Four (O-Level) or Form Six (A-Level).
- Must hold a Diploma in Secretarial Studies or NTA Level 6 Certificate in Secretarial Studies.
- Must have passed shorthand typing in both Kiswahili and English at 100 words per minute.
- Must be computer literate, with knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email, and Publisher.
Salary Scale
Government Salary Scale: TGS C.
General Application Requirements
- Applicants must be Tanzanian citizens aged between 18 and 45 years.
- Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and should indicate their type of disability in the system.
- A certified birth certificate must be attached.
- Serving public servants in entry-level positions should not apply.
- Applicants must attach a detailed CV with reliable contact information and three referees.
- Certified copies of academic certificates must be attached. Provisional results and results slips will not be accepted.
- Foreign qualifications must be verified by TCU, NECTA, or NACTE.
- Retired public servants are not eligible unless they have special permission from the Chief Secretary.
- Applicants with name discrepancies on documents must attach a Deed Poll or affidavit as required.
- Applicants for the Driver position must attach driving training certificates.
- Any false information will lead to legal action.
- Deadline for submission: 16th September 2025.
Important Notes
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Applications must include a signed cover letter and certified academic certificates addressed to:
Executive Director,
Kakonko District Council,
P.O. Box 03,
Kakonko.
- All applications should be submitted online through the Recruitment Portal: https://portal.ajira.go.tz
- Applications submitted outside this system will not be considered.
Issued by:
The Executive Director (W)
Kakonko District Council
