Kilwa District Council Volunteer Jobs October 2026 – 145 Vacancies
Kilwa District Council Volunteer Jobs October 2026 – 145 Vacancies
For eligible Tanzanian residents looking to obtain real-world work experience and serve in a variety of Council departments, Kilwa District Council has offered 145 volunteer positions.
Numerous industries, including health services, accounting, administration, security, transportation, procurement, communication, legal services, and technical services, are represented in the advertized volunteer opportunities.
Successful volunteers will receive a monthly allowance of TZS 250,000 to assist with transportation and food expenses. The volunteer engagement will be for a period not exceeding 12 months, with the possibility of renewal for a maximum of two additional periods, subject to the applicable conditions.
Kilwa District Council Volunteer Jobs 2026
The available positions are as follows:
| No. | Position | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Information Officer II | 1 |
| 2 | Assistant Accountant | 42 |
| 3 | Clinical Officer II | 8 |
| 4 | Radiology Technologist II | 1 |
| 5 | Pharmaceutical Technologist II | 10 |
| 6 | Laboratory Technologist II | 7 |
| 7 | Driver II | 4 |
| 8 | Health Assistant | 10 |
| 9 | Assistant Procurement Officer | 1 |
| 10 | Assistant Nursing Officer II | 5 |
| 11 | Nurse II | 6 |
| 12 | Sound Technician | 1 |
| 13 | Motor Vehicle Mechanic II | 1 |
| 14 | Legal Officer | 1 |
| 15 | Security Guard | 39 |
| 16 | Office Assistant | 6 |
| Total | 145 |
General Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants for the Kilwa District Council volunteer opportunities must meet the following general requirements:
- Must be a Tanzanian citizen aged between 18 and 35 years.
- Must possess a valid National Identification (NIDA) card.
- Must hold a Certificate, Diploma or Degree from a college or institution recognized by the Government.
- Must not have previously been employed by a public institution after completing their studies.
- Must provide two referees or sponsors who are public servants.
- Must have an introduction or identification letter from the Village,or Local Government Executive.
- Must be willing to volunteer in the respective area.
- Must have no previous criminal conviction.
- Must be able to use a computer or smartphone.
- Applicants should understand that the volunteer period will not exceed 12 months and may be renewed for a maximum of two additional periods.
- Successful volunteers will receive a TZS 250,000 monthly allowance for transportation and food expenses.
Detailed Kilwa District Council Volunteer Vacancies
1. Information Officer II – 1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or Public Relations/Communication from a Government-recognized college or institution.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful volunteer will be responsible for:
- Collecting and writing news.
- Educating the community about development and socio-economic opportunities provided by the Council.
- Taking photographs.
- Preparing photographs for exhibitions.
- Preparing magazines and posters.
- Performing other duties assigned by the Executive Director related to the institution.
2. Assistant Accountant – 42 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants should possess one of the following qualifications:
- Diploma in Accounting;
- ATEC II from NBAA;
- Certificate in Accountancy;
- Certificate in Accountancy and Finance;
- Certificate in Business Administration majoring in Accountancy;
- Certificate in Commerce majoring in Accountancy; or
- Certificate in Finance.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
- Collecting taxes and revenue at various collection points, including gates, auctions and markets.
- Maintaining accounting records.
- Maintaining revenue collection machines and devices such as POS systems.
- Depositing collections into the Council’s accounts.
- Preparing and submitting daily collection reports to the Revenue Accountant.
- Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
3. Clinical Officer II – 8 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must be Form IV or Form VI graduates with a Diploma in Clinical Medicine from a Government-recognized college.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinating duties performed by Assistant Clinical Officers.
- Diagnosing and treating common illnesses.
- Supervising subordinate staff.
- Performing minor surgical procedures.
- Participating in planning and implementing Primary Health Care services.
- Encouraging citizens to contribute to health services through the Community Health Fund.
- Maintaining records of medical equipment and service-delivery tools.
- Preparing implementation reports.
- Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
4. Radiology Technologist II – 1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Radiology/Radiological Sciences and be registered with the relevant professional council.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include:
- Examining patients.
- Operating and maintaining radiology equipment.
- Checking X-ray images for quality and diagnostic adequacy.
- Maintaining patient images and records.
- Supervising subordinate staff.
- Providing advice on radiology and radiation matters.
- Preparing diagnostic equipment.
- Supervising sterilization.
- Providing initial training to assigned staff.
- Performing other duties related to the applicant’s education, experience and skills.
5. Pharmaceutical Technologist II – 10 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a Government-recognized college and be registered with the relevant Pharmacy Council or Board.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Identifying, preparing and ordering medicines and medical supplies.
- Dispensing medicines and medical supplies.
- Compounding and mixing medicines.
- Storing medicines and medical supplies.
- Educating the community on proper use of medicines.
- Inspecting medicines, supplies, chemicals, reagents and cosmetics.
- Reporting adverse effects associated with medicines.
- Coordinating the hospital medicines or drugs committee.
- Preparing medicine and medical supply usage reports.
- Conducting quality examinations.
- Inspecting medicine storage facilities.
- Supervising subordinate staff.
- Maintaining medicine and medical supply records.
6. Laboratory Technologist II – 7 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Diploma in Laboratory Technology/Science from a Government-recognized college and be registered with the relevant Laboratory Council.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Testing laboratory samples.
- Storing samples requiring further examination or referral.
- Inspecting laboratories, equipment and chemicals.
- Maintaining laboratory records.
- Training subordinate staff.
- Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
7. Driver II – 4 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must:
- Have completed Form IV.
- Possess a Class E or C driving licence.
- Have at least one year of driving experience without causing an accident.
- Possess relevant driving training certificates.
- Have completed a Basic Driving Course through VETA or another Government-recognized institution.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Inspecting vehicles before and after journeys.
- Transporting staff on official trips.
- Performing minor vehicle repairs.
- Recording journeys in the journey logbook.
- Collecting and distributing documents.
- Cleaning the vehicle.
- Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
8. Health Assistant – 10 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must be Form IV graduates with a Health Assistant or Environmental Health Technician training certificate from a Government-recognized college.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Cleaning work equipment, wards and surrounding areas.
- Assisting patients with disabilities or those unable to use toilets or bathe independently.
- Assisting patients who cannot feed themselves.
- Collecting patients’ clothes for washing.
- Collecting patient samples and following up on results.
- Preparing equipment for cleaning and dressing wounds.
- Performing other assigned duties.
9. Assistant Procurement Officer – 1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants must have a Diploma in Supply and Procurement together with a certificate from a recognized college and must be registered with the Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board (PSPTB).
Duties and Responsibilities
- Managing equipment and supplies stores.
- Receiving new supplies and used equipment awaiting disposal.
- Maintaining ledgers for items received and issued.
- Issuing equipment and supplies to users.
- Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
10. Assistant Nursing Officer II – 5 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a Diploma in Nursing from a Government-recognized college and be registered with the Tanzania Nurses and Midwives Council.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Collecting important health statistics.
- Directing and assigning duties to nurses under supervision.
- Educating patients and communities about health problems.
- Providing preventive and reproductive health services.
- Performing other duties related to the applicant’s education, experience and skills.
11. Nurse II – 6 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a two-year Nursing Certificate from a Government-recognized college and be enrolled with the Tanzania Nurses and Midwives Council.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Providing nursing services in communities, hospitals and other health facilities.
- Supervising and coordinating health attendants and service providers.
- Collecting statistics and preparing performance reports.
- Providing home-based patient care.
- Providing counselling services.
- Providing preventive and family-planning services.
- Providing maternal and child health services.
- Educating patients and communities about health conditions.
- Monitoring work equipment.
- Performing other related duties assigned by the supervisor.
12. Sound Technician – 1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in Sound Engineering, Audio Engineering or a related field, together with a certificate from a recognized college.
Applicants should have practical skills in using sound equipment such as:
- Mixing consoles;
- Microphones;
- Amplifiers;
- Speakers;
- DJ equipment; and
- Other audio equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operating and managing sound systems.
- Using and maintaining microphones, audio recorders and mixers.
- Conducting sound checks before events.
- Identifying and correcting sound problems.
- Maintaining and repairing sound equipment and screens.
- Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Note: The source advertisement reportedly contains an unrelated reference to “providing nursing services” under the Sound Technician position. Applicants should refer to the official advertisement if clarification is required.
13. Motor Vehicle Mechanic II – 1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants must be Form IV graduates with a Trade Test Grade II/CBET II certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics from VETA or another Government-recognized college.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Performing preventive maintenance on clutches, gearboxes, braking systems and other vehicle systems.
- Diagnosing vehicle and machinery problems and carrying out repairs.
- Conducting quality tests after repairs.
- Ensuring proper maintenance of workshop tools.
- Working with other employees to achieve organizational objectives.
- Performing other assigned duties.
14. Legal Officer – 1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree and certificate and must have attended Law School training.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Vetting the Council’s contracts.
- Handling minor court cases and appeals before the High Court involving the Council.
- Performing other duties assigned by the employer.
15. Security Guard – 39 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must be Form IV graduates who have successfully completed training through:
- National Service (JKT);
- Police;
- Military-style training (Mgambo); or
- Firefighting training from a recognized institution.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Checking authorization documents for Council property leaving the premises.
- Ensuring property entering the premises has valid supporting documentation.
- Providing security for buildings, offices and property during the day and night.
- Ensuring doors and windows are properly secured after working hours.
- Checking visitors’ authorization.
- Responding to workplace emergencies such as fire and floods.
- Reporting emergencies to relevant authorities.
16. Office Assistant – 6 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must be Form IV graduates who have completed short-term training in Office Attendant, Office Management, Messenger or Office Clerk courses from a recognized college.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Cleaning offices and surrounding areas.
- Sweeping, dusting and mopping.
- Cutting and maintaining grass and gardens.
- Watering gardens and planting flowers or trees.
- Cleaning toilets.
- Arranging and storing office equipment.
- Opening offices in the morning and closing them after working hours.
- Preparing reports on damaged equipment.
- Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
How to Apply for Kilwa District Council Volunteer Jobs 2026
Applicants should prepare handwritten application letters containing their full address and telephone number.
Applications should be addressed and sent by post to:
Executive Director
Kilwa District Council
P.O. Box 160
Kilwa Masoko, Tanzania
Applicants should ensure that their applications comply with all requirements specified in the official volunteer recruitment announcement.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications is 14 October 2026 at 3:30 PM.
Applicants should ensure that their applications reach the Kilwa District Council before the deadline.
Conclusion
Kilwa District Council has announced 145 volunteer opportunities for 2026 covering healthcare, accounting, procurement, administration, security, transport, communication, legal and technical services.
Qualified Tanzanian citizens aged 18 to 35 years should carefully review the requirements for their preferred position and submit their applications before the 14 October 2026 deadline.
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