Chunya District Council Job Vacancies September 2026
Chunya District Council Job Vacancies September 2026 – 14 Positions
Chunya District Council has announced 14 job vacancies for qualified Tanzanian citizens following approval from the President’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG). The vacancies are available for Drivers and Office Secretary/Office Operators as detailed below.
1.0 DRIVER II – 9 POSTS
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Inspecting the vehicle before and after journeys to ensure that it is safe for use.
- Driving government employees to various destinations on official duties.
- Carrying out minor vehicle maintenance and repairs.
- Maintaining and recording the vehicle logbook for all journeys.
- Collecting and distributing various documents.
- Keeping the vehicle clean.
- Performing any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Applicants should have:
- Form IV (CSEE) Certificate.
- A valid Class E or Class C driving licence.
- At least one (1) year of driving experience without causing an accident.
- Relevant certificates from recognized training institutions qualifying the applicant for the respective driving class.
- A Basic Driving Course certificate obtained from VETA or another government-recognized institution.
Salary Scale
TGS B
2.0 OFFICE SECRETARY II – 5 POSTS
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Typing letters, reports and ordinary or confidential documents.
- Receiving visitors, listening to their needs and directing them to the appropriate offices for assistance.
- Maintaining records of events, appointments, visitors, meeting dates, official journeys and work schedules of the supervisor.
- Retrieving files and documents required for the performance of duties.
- Receiving files and distributing them to officers in the relevant department, unit or section.
- Collecting, maintaining and returning files and documents to their appropriate locations.
- Preparing agenda items and making arrangements for various meetings.
- Preparing office requisition and requirements lists.
Qualifications
Applicants should have:
- Form IV or Form VI Certificate.
- A Diploma in Secretarial Studies or NTA Level 6 Certificate in Secretarial Studies from a government-recognized institution.
- Passed the Shorthand and Typewriting examinations in both Kiswahili and English at a speed of 100 words per minute.
- Computer skills and training in office applications such as:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Internet
- Microsoft Publisher
Salary Scale
TGS C
General Conditions for All Applicants
Applicants are required to observe the following conditions:
- Applicants must be Tanzanian citizens aged 18 to 45 years.
- Applicants with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply and should indicate their disability in the recruitment system for information and consideration by the Public Service Recruitment Secretariat.
- Applicants must submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing a reliable postal address, active telephone numbers, email address and details of three (3) reliable referees.
- Public servants who have obtained qualifications for entry into a different cadre must route their applications through their current employers, who must be satisfied with the application.
- Applications must be accompanied by certified copies of educational and professional certificates. These may include Form IV/Form VI certificates, computer certificates and relevant professional certificates, as applicable to the position.
- Testimonials, provisional results, statements of results, and Form IV/Form VI results slips will NOT be accepted.
- Applicants who studied outside Tanzania must ensure that their certificates are verified and recognized by the relevant authorities, including TCU, NECTA or NACTE, as applicable.
- Retired public servants are not allowed to apply unless they have obtained permission from the Chief Secretary.
- Applicants who are already employed in entry-level positions within the Public Service should not apply and must comply with the relevant government instructions concerning such applications.
- Submission of forged information or qualifications will result in legal action.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications is 13 September 2026.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted online through the Recruitment Portal.
Applicants should visit the Ajira Recruitment Portal and follow the instructions provided when applying.
Application Portal: portal.ajira.go.tz
The recruitment portal is also accessible through the Public Service Recruitment Secretariat website under the “Recruitment Portal” section.
Applicants may also find the announcement on the official Chunya District Council website.
Application Letter Address
All applicants must attach a signed application letter together with the required educational and professional certificates.
The application letter should be addressed to:
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHUNYA DISTRICT COUNCIL
P.O. BOX 73
CHUNYA
Applications submitted outside the prescribed procedure will not be considered.
Chunya District Council Jobs 2026 – Key Details
| Job Position | Number of Posts | Salary Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Driver II | 9 | TGS B |
| Office Secretary II | 5 | TGS C |
| Total | 14 | — |
Reference Number: CDS/S.10/39 VOL IV/22
Date of Advertisement: 31 August 2026
Application Deadline: 13 September 2026
Employer: Chunya District Council
Location: Chunya, Mbeya, Tanzania
Source: Chunya District Council job advertisement dated 31 August 2026.
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