The Teofilo Kisanji University (TEKU)

The Teofilo Kisanji University (TEKU) is owned by The Moravian Church in Tanzania. It is fully registered under The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) a body which regulates the activities of all Universities in Tanzania. TEKU is a rapid expanding University and would like to recruit the following staff members:-

1. LIBRARY ASSISTANT I (3 Posts)

He/She must be a holder of a Diploma in Library and information studies from any recognized institution.

Duties and responsibilities:
Perform more routine and clerical duties such as:-
- Handling of simple enquiries from readers.
- Bibliographical searching
- Collection of Library Statistics.
- And any other duties as determined by the officer in charge.

Salary:
An attractive salary and fringe benefits will be offered to the right candidate.

2.SENIOR LIBRARY ASSISTANT II (2 Posts)

He/She must be a holder of a University degree from any recognized institution.

Duties and Responsibilities:
- Handling of simple enquiries from readers.
- Bibliographical searching
- Collection of Library Statistics.
- Carries out routine professional duties
- Processes additional copies and continuations
- Maintains public and staff catalogues
- Ensures proper shelving of books and periodicals
- Copies catalogues with CIP data.
- Handles inter library loans-gifts and exchanges.
- And any other duties as determined by the officer in charge.
Salary:
An attractive salary and fringe benefits will be offered to the right candidate.

3. ASSISTANT LECTURERS - SOCIOLOGY (2 Posts)

He/She must be a holder of a Masters degree from any recognized institution.

Duties/Responsibilities:
- Lecturing
- Researching
- Consultancy
- And any other duties as determined by the officer in charge.

Salary:
An attractive salary and fringe benefits will be offered to the right candidate.

4. ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN (1 POST)

He/She must be a holder of a Full Technician Certificate, or an Advanced
Diploma or Degree in Electronics. Specialization in Computer studies and
Telecommunications will be an added advantage.

Duties:

- Repair radios, CD players, DVD players, etc.
- Repairing Photocopy machines, Computers, Printers and associated parts.
- Manages sound systems in lecture halls.
- Control Video Conference.
- Manages and controls the intercom.
- Installs modems and dial-up networking.
- Manages server operating systems.
- Performs any other duties as assigned by the officer in charge.
Salary:
An attractive salary and fringe benefits will be offered to the right candidate.

5. IT – TECHNICIANS (2 POSTS)

He/She must be a holder of an Advanced Diploma in Computer Science or
Information Technology, Telecommunications, or related computer studies.

Duties:
- Installs standard software.
- Troubleshoots hardware/software problems.
- Installs modems and dial-up networking.
- Manages server operating systems.
- Performs any other duties as assigned by the officer in charge.
Salary:
An attractive salary and fringe benefits will be offered to the right candidate.

6. CORPORATE COUNSEL (1 Post)

Reports to: Vice Chancellor (VC)

Purpose of the job:To be responsible for the proper handling of the legal affairs of the University.

Education Qualifications:
He/She must be a holder of a first degree in laws (LLB), and a Postgraduate or Masters in Law shall be an added advantage.

Work experience: At least three (3) years capable as a lawyer on the role of advocates.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Shall head the legal Unit of the University.
- Secretary to the University Management and Council meetings.
- Drafting and reviewing all contractual agreements.
- Assist the University management during court sessions.
- Reporting crimes committed against the University and follow up on their disposal.
- Managing external legal counsels and the Attorney General on all legal matters involving the University.
- Prepares court briefs and other legal documentation for reviews by the University Management.
- Coordinates Executive Management Team and Board of Trustees meetings of the University.
- Assists in overseeing preparation, compilation and distribution of quarterly reports and other Board papers to the Management, Council and Board members.
- Reviewing the University legislation and making viable proposals for amendments.
- Performs any other duties as assigned by the VC.

Remuneration:
An attractive salary and fringe benefits will be offered to the right candidate.

7. ESTATES OFFICER I (1 Post)

Reports to: Deputy Vice Chancellor – Planning, Finance and Administration (DVCPFA)

Purpose of the job: Maintenance of buildings, landscaping, and general cleanliness of the University campus.

Education Qualifications: He/She must be a holder of a first degree in Environmental Engineering, Architecture, Building Economics, Civil Engineering in Land Management and Valuation.

Work experience: At least three (3) years relevant working experience in a similar position, preferably registered with the relevant Board.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists in planning of estate activities and services.
- Assists in innovative approaches to conditioning, maintaining and upgrading the surroundings of the University buildings.
- Works closely with the estates attendants.
- Supervises maintenance and cleaning of campus grounds and drainage systems.
- Plans, co-ordinates, controls and supervises estates maintenance activities.
- Participate in drawing up short and long term programmes for the general improvement of the landscaping of the campus grounds.
- Keeps and maintains relevant equipments in good working order.
- Performs any other duties as assigned by the DVCPFA.

Remuneration:
An attractive salary and fringe benefits will be offered to the right candidate.

MODE OF APPLICATION FOR ALL POSITIONS:
Interested candidates should forward their applications in confidence to reach the Vice Chancellor, Teofilo Kisanji University, P.O.Box 1104, Mbeya. Applications should be accompanied with curriculum vitae (CV), and copies of relevant academic certificates, testimonials and transcripts .