New Vacancies at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) October 2026 offer employment opportunities for qualified Tanzanians in medical services, cartography, information and communication technology (ICT), meteorology, and mechatronics. The Public Service Recruitment Secretariat (PSRS) invites eligible candidates to apply for five advertised positions at UDSM. Interested applicants should review the job descriptions, academic qualifications, application requirements, and official recruitment procedures before submitting their applications. The application deadline is 20 October 2026.
MEDICAL SPECIALIST II – (EMERGENCY MEDICINE)
Posts: 1
Scale: PMGSS 11. 1
Duties and Responsibilities
- To assist in undertaking specialized medical and consultancies in the field of specialties;
- To assist in supervising clinical consultancy and undertaking proper diagnosis, treatment and preventive measures; To conduct various medical procedures related to the area of speciality;
- To participate in the analysis of various diseases conditions on area of speciality, design, implement and share research findings;
- To conduct and supervise ward rounds;
- To perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by one’s reporting officer.
Qualifications
Holder Master of Medicine (MMed) Degree in Emergency Medicine who is registered with the Medical Council of Tanganyika. He/She must be a holder of a Doctor of Medicine Degree as well.
CARTOGRAPHIC TECHNICIAN II
Posts: 1
Scale: Attractive remuneration package in
Duties and Responsibilities
- To operate printing machines
- To collect and keeps store of drafting materials.
- To carry out any other specified duties under close supervision of senior staff.
- To perform any other duties assigned to him/her from time to time by one’s reporting officer
Qualifications
Holder of FTC or Ordinary Diploma (NTA 6) in Cartography, Geographical Information Systems (GIS) or equivalent qualifications from recognized institution.
INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY OFFICER II (SYSTEMS SECURITY SPECIALIST)
Posts: 1
Scale: PGSS 6.1
Duties and Responsibilities
- To ensure software patches are implemented timely;
- To install, configure, and update antivirus software;
- To alert users on various security risks, threats and vulnerabilities;
- To perform systems audit on regular basis;
- To implement security mechanisms and controls; and
- To perform any other Duties and responsibilities assigned by one’s reporting officer.
Qualifications
Holder of BSc. Degree in Computer Science, Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering and Information Technology from a recognized and reputable institution.
LABORATORY SCIENTIST II – METEOROLOGY (ASSISTANT TO ACADEMICIAN)
Posts: 1
Scale: PUSS 4/1
Duties and Responsibilities
- To assist in all technical duties and responsibilities requiring a higher degree of planning and design competence in the areas of students practical/projects;
- To assist in research and development activities;
- To assist in consultancy activities;
- To assist in maintenance of facilities; and
- To perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by one’s reporting officer
Qualifications
Holder of Bachelor of Science in Meteorology from a recognized Institution.
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II (MECHATRONICS)
Posts: 1
Scale: PUSS 2/1
Duties and Responsibilities
- To carry out specified tasks connected with research, laboratory practical, students’ projects, consultancy and services under close supervision;
- To assist in the repair and maintenance of laboratory or workshop facilities;
- To assist senior staff in relevant fields of operation and
- To perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by immediate supervisor.
Qualifications
Holder of Diploma (NTA 6) in Mechatronic Engineering from a recognized institution with minimum GPA of Lower Second Class.
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GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. 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.
2. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
3. 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.
4. Attaching copies of the following certificates is strictly not accepted:
Form IV and Form VI results slips;
Testimonials and all partial transcripts.
5. An applicant must upload a recent Passport Size Photo in the Recruitment Portal.
6. 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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7. An applicant who is retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.
8. An applicant should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. Deadline for application is 20th October, 2026.
12. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed of the date of the interview.
13. Presentation of forged certificates and other false information will necessitate legal action.
14. 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’).
15. Applications submitted through any other means will not be considered.
