Nzega Town Council has announced 23 job vacancies in Tanzania for November 2026, offering opportunities for qualified Tanzanians in healthcare, pharmacy, laboratory services, radiography, security, cleaning, gardening and other support services. The advertised positions include Medical Doctor II, Assistant Nursing Officer II, Medical Laboratory Technologist II, Pharmacist II, Radiographer II, Security Guard and Cleaner. Applicants should review the qualifications, prepare the required documents and follow the official application instructions before submitting their applications.
1. Medical Doctor II – 2 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a Doctor of Medicine degree from a government-recognized university, have completed a one-year internship, and be registered with the Medical Council of Tanganyika with a valid practising licence.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful applicants will be responsible for:
- Providing medical services to hospital inpatients, including children, women, and other patients requiring general or specialized care.
- Diagnosing and treating patients admitted to hospital wards.
- Examining patients referred from the Outpatient Department (OPD) and admitting those who require inpatient care.
- Examining and treating patients attending clinics and providing services in both the OPD and Inpatient Department (IPD).
- Educating patients and the community on disease prevention and other health-related matters.
- Conducting ward rounds and monitoring patients’ progress.
- Preparing and submitting reports as required by the Ministry of Health.
- Participating in disease prevention, control, research, and innovation activities.
- Supervising subordinate staff and providing training to students in relevant health fields.
- Maintaining and improving the quality of medical services and performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
2. Assistant Nursing Officer II – 6 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Diploma in Nursing from a government-recognized institution and be registered with the Tanzania Nursing and Midwifery Council, with a valid practising licence.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidates will:
- Provide nursing care services to patients.
- Prepare and implement nursing care plans.
- Supervise and guide subordinate nursing staff.
- Educate patients and their families on healthcare matters.
- Provide preventive and reproductive health services.
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor in accordance with their qualifications and professional experience.
3. Medical Laboratory Technologist II – 4 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a recognized qualification in Medical Laboratory Technology from a government-recognized institution and be registered with the relevant professional board, holding a valid practising licence.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include:
- Collecting laboratory specimens from patients.
- Preserving specimens for testing or referral.
- Conducting haematological, microbiological, biochemical, and chemical laboratory tests.
- Storing laboratory specimens obtained during testing.
- Training and guiding subordinate staff.
- Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
4. Radiographer II – 1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Radiography from a government-recognized institution, be registered with the relevant Radiology Board, and hold a valid practising licence.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will:
- Provide radiographic services to patients in the assigned workplace.
- Maintain radiology equipment and instruments.
- Take X-ray images and ensure they meet the required quality standards for diagnosis.
- Maintain patients’ radiographic images until they have been reviewed by medical doctors.
- Provide advice on radiology and radiation-related matters.
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
5. Pharmacist II – 1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a Pharmacy qualification from a government-recognized institution, have completed a one-year internship, and be registered with the Pharmacy Council.
Duties and Responsibilities
The pharmacist will be responsible for:
- Identifying annual requirements for medicines and medical supplies.
- Ordering, purchasing, storing, and distributing medicines and medical supplies.
- Preparing medicine inventories and hospital drug formularies.
- Dispensing medicines and medical supplies to patients.
- Promoting the proper use of medicines.
- Compounding medicines according to the healthcare facility’s needs.
- Reviewing medicine records and preparing reports on adverse drug reactions and medicine utilization.
- Participating in the Hospital Therapeutic Committee.
- Educating subordinate staff and other healthcare workers on the proper use of medicines.
- Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
6. Pharmaceutical Technologist II – 2 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a qualification in Pharmaceutical Technology from a government-recognized institution, be registered with the Pharmacy Council, and hold a valid practising licence.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful applicants will:
- Identify, prepare, and order medicines and medical supplies required in the assigned workplace.
- Dispense medicines and medical supplies to patients and healthcare workers.
- Compound medicines when required.
- Ensure medicines and medical supplies are stored properly.
- Educate patients on the correct use of medicines.
- Review medicines, medical supplies, chemicals, reagents, and other related supplies.
- Prepare reports on medicine utilization and related matters.
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
7. Domestic Worker – 1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants must have completed at least Form Four education and possess a certificate proving their educational qualifications.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will:
- Separate and sort clothes and other laundry items according to their type and level of cleanliness.
- Wash and iron clothes and other laundry items.
- Clean the interior and exterior areas of the assigned workplace.
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
8. Gardener – 1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants must have completed at least Form Four education and possess the relevant educational certificate.
Duties and Responsibilities
The gardener will:
- Maintain and care for plants within the assigned workplace.
- Water plants and ensure they receive adequate water.
- Remove weeds and keep garden areas clean.
- Use and maintain gardening tools and equipment.
- Plan and prepare garden areas.
- Perform other gardening duties assigned by the supervisor.
9. Security Guard – 2 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must have completed at least Form Four education and possess a certificate proving their qualifications.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful applicants will:
- Protect government property, including buildings, equipment, vehicles, and other assets, against theft or damage.
- Ensure the safety of employees and authorized visitors.
- Control visitors, verify their identification, and prevent unauthorized entry.
- Monitor and report security incidents, including theft, property damage, fire, and violence.
- Assist during emergencies.
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
10. Cleaner – 2 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants must have completed at least Form Four education and possess the relevant educational certificate.
Duties and Responsibilities
The cleaners will:
- Clean offices, patient wards, the Outpatient Department, toilets, and surrounding areas.
- Clean floors and maintain hygienic conditions throughout the workplace.
- Collect and sort waste according to its type while following healthcare waste-management procedures.
- Maintain and properly store cleaning equipment after use.
- Perform other cleaning duties assigned by the supervisor.
11. Machine Operator – 1 Post
Qualifications
Applicants must possess the following qualifications:
- At least Form Four education.
- A valid driving licence.
- A vocational training certificate from the Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA).
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will:
- Operate and maintain a milling machine, including obtaining, storing, and preserving milled flour.
- Mill flour for school students.
- Identify and address basic machine problems and maintain the machine in good working condition.
- Participate in preparing reports on machine operations and overall performance.
General Application Requirements
All applicants interested in the Nzega Town Council vacancies must comply with the following requirements:
- Citizenship and age: Applicants must be Tanzanian citizens aged between 18 and 35 years.
- Birth certificate: Applicants must attach a birth certificate certified by an Advocate or Magistrate.
- Curriculum Vitae: Applicants must submit a detailed CV containing their current contact information and the names and addresses of at least three referees.
- Academic certificates: Applicants must attach certified copies of academic certificates relevant to the position applied for, including Form Four or Form Six certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, or degrees, as applicable.
- Foreign qualifications: Applicants with qualifications obtained outside Tanzania must ensure that their qualifications have been verified and recognized by the relevant authorities, including TCU, NECTA, or NACTE, as applicable.
- Unaccepted documents: Testimonials, provisional results, statements of results, and Form Four or Form Six result slips will not be accepted.
- Differences in names: Applicants whose names or personal details differ across academic certificates must provide appropriate supporting documents explaining the differences.
- Professional registration: Applicants applying for healthcare positions must meet the relevant professional registration and practising licence requirements specified for their respective positions.
Applicants should carefully review the qualifications for their preferred positions and ensure that all required documents are included before submitting their applications.
How to Apply for Nzega Town Council Vacancies
All applications must be addressed to the Town Director of Nzega Town Council using the postal address provided in the official announcement.
Application address:
The Town Director
Nzega Town Council
P.O. Box 256
Nzega, Tanzania.
Applicants should prepare their application letters, detailed CVs, certified academic certificates, certified birth certificates, and any other documents required for their respective positions. Ensure that the application reaches the designated office before the stated deadline. Applicants are also advised to verify the recruitment instructions and any additional requirements through the relevant official government channels.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 3 November 2026 at 9:30 a.m. Interested and qualified Tanzanian citizens should submit their applications before the deadline. Late applications and applications that do not meet the stated requirements may not be considered.
