COMMUNICATION OFFICER

3.0 COMMUNICATION OFFICER
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3.1 DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To support the implementation of the Institute's corporate communications strategy
ii. To participate in strengthening and expanding the relationships with the stakeholders
of the Institute and members of the general public
iii. To assist in drafting the correspondence on customers' inquiries, complaints and
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requests to align with the Institute's policies;
iv. To assist in handling media inquiries, arrange interviews with stakeholders, targeted
leaders and other experts;
v. To create and update the database of stakeholders for information sharing;
vi. To assist and participate in the writings on the publications of the Institute;
vii. To assist in monitoring internal communication and provide recommendations as
needed;
viii. To assist in creating content and update the Institute's website and social media
platforms;
ix. To assist in coordinating the sensitisation workshops and seminars to staff to
enhance effective communication;
x. To assist in preparing the contents related to the Institute's programmes and activities
(marketing materials, research, and event reports, strategic and annual plans);
xi. To coordinate the logistical arrangements for the production of interviews to be
filmed for the Institute’s television programmes.
3.2
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of a Bachelor's Degree in one of the following fields: Mass Communication,
Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Business Administration majoring in Marketing,
International Relations, Business Communication or equivalent related qualification from
recognised institutions. Must have work experience of at least three(3) years in
communications, marketing and or public relations field.
3.3 SALARY SCALE
UIC

GENERAL CONDITIONS
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All applicants must be citizens of the United Republic of Tanzania and must not be
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above 45 years of age. However, for vacancies within Paramilitary Institutions:
Applicants for non-degree posts must not exceed 25 years of age.
Applicants for degree posts must not exceed 30 years of age.
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Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this
advertisement.
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Applicants must attach their certified copies of the following certificates:
Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates;
Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts;
Professional Registration and Training Certificates from respective Registration or
Regulatory Bodies (where applicable);
Birth certificate.
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Attaching copies of the following certificates is strictly not accepted:
Form IV and Form VI results slips;
Testimonials and all partial transcripts.
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An applicant must upload a recent Passport Size Photo in the Recruitment Portal.
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Applicants employed in the Public Service are strictly not allowed to apply; they
should adhere to Circular No.
CAC.45/257/01/D/140
of 30th November, 2010.
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An applicant who is retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not
apply.
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An applicant should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
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All foreign academic certificates MUST be recognised by relevant Authorities (TCU,
NECTA, and NACTVET). Applicants applying for posts with a GPA requirement
MUST attach their GPA calculation certificate from TCU.
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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,
Mahakama Street, Tambukareli,
Dodoma.
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Deadline for application is
11th October, 2026
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Only shortlisted candidates will be informed of the date of the interview.
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Presentation of forged certificates and other false information will necessitate legal
action.
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All applications must be sent through the Recruitment Portal by using the following
address:
http://portal.ajira.go.tz
. (This address can also be found at the PSRS
Website by clicking on ‘
Recruitment Portal
’).
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Applications submitted through any other means will not be considered.
Released by:
SECRETARY
PUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIAT
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