RESEARCH OFFICER II (MENTAL HEALTH/PSYCHOLOGY/PSYCHIATRIST)

9.0 RESEARCH OFFICER II (MENTAL HEALTH/PSYCHOLOGY/PSYCHIATRIST)
- 2
Posts
9.1 DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
i
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To perform field data collection, computer data entry, analysis, and gathering
relevant literature.
ii
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To undertake specific research activities with less supervision from senior
researchers or the team leader.
iii
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To prepare and submit a manuscript draft to the respective supervisor for review.
iv
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To train and supervise technicians;
v
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To prepare research progress reports according to respective work plans.
vi
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To assist in the planning of specific research projects.
vii
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To assist in preparing fundable research proposals and consultancy, and
viii
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To perform any other official duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
9.2
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of Master’s Degree in Psychiatry from a recognized institution with minimum of
an Upper Second Class or overall minimum of Grade B+ for unclassified Degrees.
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9.3 SALARY SCALE
PRSS 2

GENERAL CONDITIONS
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All applicants must be citizens of the United Republic of Tanzania and must not be
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:
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Secretary,
Presidents Office, Public Service Recruitment Secretariat,
P.O. Box 2320,
Mahakama Street, Tambukareli,
Dodoma.
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Deadline for application is
20th 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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