Job Vacancies at Uongozi Institute 2026.
Uongozi Institute Jobs 2026: To fill three (3) open positions, the Public Service Recruitment Secretariat (PSRS) on behalf of Uongozi Institute is seeking applications from Tanzanian professionals who are appropriately qualified, high-caliber, results-oriented, self-driven, dynamic, and integrity-driven.
Executive Assistant, Information Technology and Communication (ICT) Officer-System Administrator, and Communication Officer are the roles that are being advertised.
Open Positions at Uongozi Institute
1. Executive Assistant – 1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Managing the CEO’s schedule to facilitate effective planning.
- Coordinating the CEO’s meetings, including arranging suitable venues.
- Managing relations with visitors to the CEO’s office.
- Answering and redirecting calls from the CEO’s office.
- Handling the CEO’s correspondence, redirecting it where necessary and following up on required actions.
- Compiling, updating and managing the CEO’s contact directory in consultation with other directorates, units and sections.
- Liaising with the CEO’s Personal Assistant (PA) and facilitating access to the CEO’s contact directory.
- Making travel arrangements for the CEO, Heads of Directorates and Board Directors.
- Providing secretarial support for CEO meeting documents, including Board papers and management meeting documents.
- Assisting with logistics involving high-level delegates participating in Institute activities, including travel arrangements, correspondence, direct communication and delegate support.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must:
- Hold a Diploma in Business Administration, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, or an equivalent related qualification from a recognized institution.
- Have at least three (3) years of work experience in administration, customer service and/or front office management.
Salary Scale: UIC
2. Information Technology and Communication (ICT) Officer – System Administrator – 1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Supporting and assisting in the management of ICT systems and tools.
- Assisting in the analysis, design, modification and support of computer information systems.
- Installing, configuring and maintaining computers, workstations, file servers, network cabling and related ICT equipment and systems.
- Installing programmes and conducting testing, monitoring and maintenance of software packages and application systems.
- Troubleshooting computer system challenges and supporting proper system functionality.
- Assisting in the maintenance of computer networks and personal computing infrastructure.
- Evaluating the operational performance of ICT systems and programmes.
- Planning and implementing network security, host security, file permissions, backup and disaster recovery plans, file system integrity, and user account management.
- Investigating, recommending and installing enhancements and operating procedures that optimize network availability.
- Establishing and performing ICT maintenance programmes in accordance with Institute and vendor standards.
- Troubleshooting, upgrading and configuring disk drives, data acquisition boards, printers and other ICT equipment.
- Maintaining, reviewing and renewing ICT-related site licences.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, or an equivalent relevant qualification from a recognized institution.
- Have at least three (3) years of work experience in the Information Technology field.
Salary Scale: UIC
3. Communication Officer – 1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Supporting the implementation of the Institute’s corporate communications strategy.
- Participating in strengthening and expanding relationships with Institute stakeholders and members of the general public.
- Assisting in drafting responses to customers’ inquiries, complaints and requests in line with Institute policies.
- Assisting in handling media inquiries and arranging interviews with stakeholders, targeted leaders and other experts.
- Creating and updating the stakeholder database for information sharing.
- Assisting and participating in writing publications of the Institute.
- Assisting in monitoring internal communication and providing recommendations where necessary.
- Assisting in creating content and updating the Institute’s website and social media platforms.
- Assisting in coordinating sensitization workshops and seminars for staff to enhance effective communication.
- Assisting in preparing content relating to Institute programmes and activities, including marketing materials, research, event reports, strategic plans and annual plans.
- Coordinating logistical arrangements for the production of interviews to be filmed for the Institute’s television programmes.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Business Administration majoring in Marketing, International Relations, Business Communication, or an equivalent related qualification from a recognized institution.
- Have at least three (3) years of work experience in communications, marketing and/or public relations.
Salary Scale: UIC
General Conditions for Uongozi Institute Jobs
Applicants should observe the following conditions:
- Applicants must be citizens of the United Republic of Tanzania and must not be above 45 years of age. However, for vacancies in paramilitary institutions, applicants for non-degree posts must not exceed 25 years, while applicants for degree posts must not exceed 30 years.
- Applicants should apply based on the information provided in the advertisement.
- Applicants must attach certified copies of relevant certificates, including:
- Postgraduate, Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma and other certificates.
- Academic transcripts.
- Professional registration and training certificates from relevant registration or regulatory bodies, where applicable.
- Birth certificate.
- Form IV and Form VI results slips, testimonials and partial transcripts will not be accepted.
- Applicants must upload a recent passport-size photograph through the Recruitment Portal.
- Public servants are not allowed to apply and should comply with Circular No. CAC.45/257/01/D/140 of 30th November 2010.
- Retired public servants are not eligible to apply.
- Applicants must provide details of three reputable referees together with their reliable contact information.
- Foreign academic certificates must be recognized by the relevant authorities, including TCU, NECTA and NACTVET, as applicable. Applicants applying for posts with GPA requirements must attach their GPA calculation certificate from TCU.
- A signed application letter should be written in Swahili or English and addressed to:
Secretary
President’s Office, Public Service Recruitment Secretariat
P.O. Box 2320
Mahakama Street, Tambukareli
Dodoma, Tanzania
- The application deadline is 11th October 2026.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
- Submission of forged certificates or false information will result in legal action.
- All applications must be submitted through the Recruitment Portal.
- Applications submitted through any other means will not be considered.
How to Apply for Uongozi Institute Jobs 2026
Eligible applicants should submit their applications online through the official PSRS Recruitment Portal at:
portal.ajira.go.tz
Applicants should ensure that all required certificates and supporting documents are uploaded correctly before submitting their applications.
Application Deadline
11th October 2026
Vacancies Summary
| Position | Posts | Minimum Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Assistant | 1 | Diploma | 3 Years |
| ICT Officer – System Administrator | 1 | Bachelor’s Degree | 3 Years |
| Communication Officer | 1 | Bachelor’s Degree | 3 Years |
| Total | 3 |
Important Notice
Applicants are advised to carefully read the official vacancy announcement and ensure that they meet all eligibility requirements before submitting their applications. Applications submitted outside the prescribed Recruitment Portal will not be considered.
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