JOB VACANCIES AT TANZANIA LIBRARY SERVICES BOARD (TLSB)
TLSB is a parastatal organization under the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology.
It was formally established on 1st April 1964 following the enactment of the Tanganyika Library Services Board Act of 1963.
This Act was later replaced by the Tanzania Library Services Board Act of 1975 which extended the Board’s functions and powers.
Under the 1975 Library Act, the Board is not only responsible for the development of libraries but also documentation and information services, training of librarians,
Participation in promoting literacy campaigns, promotion and development of indigenous literature, control and supervision over public libraries and advising ministries and parastatal organizations on library and documentation services.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
On behalf of Tanzania Library Services Board (TLSB), Public Service Recruitment Secretariat (PSRS) invites dynamic and suitable qualified Tanzanians to fill (twenty four) 24 vacant posts as mentioned below;
LIBRARY ASSISTANT II (6 POSTS)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To display new books and other reading materials;
ii. To shelve file and issue books;
iii. To register readers;
iv. To upkeep backsets of newspapers and journals;
v. To repair library publications;
vi. To assist library users in locating reading materials and retrieving information;
vii. To prepare cuttings from newspapers of relevance to the Board;
viii. To handle simple enquiries from readers; and
ix. To undertake bibliographical searching.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of Secondary Education Certificate and Technician Certificate (NTA-level 5) in Library Services from recognized Institutions.
REMUNERATION
As per TLSB salary scale
LIBRARIAN II (3 POSTS)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To assist in Cataloguing and classifying books;
ii. To assist users in literature searching and reference services;
iii. To assist the process of Book selection and ordering;
iv. To compile library statistics and reports ; and
v. To shelve, file and issue books; and
vi. To prepare report regarding cataloguing and classification of books
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of Bachelor Degree in Librarianship and Information Sciences from recognized Higher Learning Institutions.
REMUNERATION
As per TLSB salary scale.
TUTOR II- RECORDS MANAGEMENT (4 POSTS)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Teaches up to NTA level 6 and may assist teaching in higher NTA levels;
ii. Administers examinations for NTA level 6 students;
iii. Conducts and supports research and consultancy works;
iv. Prepares learning resources;
v. Supervises field training;
vi. Supervises and assists junior staff; and
vii. Performs any other duties as assigned by supervisors
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of Bachelor Degree in Records Management with at least GPA of 3.5 from recognized Institution.
REMUNERATION
As per TLSB salary scale.
TUTOR II- LIBRARIANSHIP AND INFORMATION SCIENCES (2 POSTS)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Teaches up to NTA level 6 and may assist teaching in higher NTA levels;
ii. Administers examinations for NTA level 6 students;
iii. Conducts and supports research and consultancy works;
iv. Prepares learning resources;
v. Supervises field training;
vi. Supervises and assists junior staff; and
vii. Performs any other duties as assigned by supervisors.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of first Degree in Librarianship and Information Sciences with at least GPA of 3.5 from recognized Government Institution.
REMUNERATION
As per TLSB salary scale.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania generally with an age not above 45 years of age except for those who are in Public Service;
ii. People with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply and should indicate clearly in the portal for Public Service Recruitment Secretariat attention;
iii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contacts; Postal address/post code, e-mail and telephone numbers;
iv. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement;
v. Applicants must attach their certified copies of the following certificates:-
Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates;
Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts;
Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates;
Professional Registration and Training Certificates from respective
Registration or Regulatory Bodies, (where applicable); Birth certificate;
v. Attaching copies of the following certificates is strictly not accepted:-
Form IV and form VI results slips;
Testimonials and all Partial transcripts;
vi. An applicant must upload recent Passport Size Photo in the Recruitment Portal;
vii. An applicant employed in the Public Service should route his application letter through his respective employer;
viii. An applicant who is retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should apply;
ix. An applicant should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts;
x. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for Ordinary or Advanced level education should be verified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA).
xi. Professional certificates from foreign Universities and other training institutions should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) and National Council for Technical Education (NACTE);
xii. A signed application letter should be written either in Swahili or English and Addressed to Secretary, Presidents Office, Public Service Recruitment Secretariat, P.O. Box 2320, University of Dodoma, Utumishi Building /Asha Rose Migiro Buildings -Dodoma.
xiii. Deadline for application is 07th April, 2023;
xiv. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview and;
xv. Presentation of forged certificates and other information will necessitate to legal action;
NOTE:
All applications must be sent through Recruitment Portal by using the following address; http://portal.ajira.go.tz/and not otherwise (This address also can be found at PSRS Website, Click ‘Recruitment Portal’)
