Kakonko District Council Jobs 2026 have been announced for qualified Tanzanian citizens seeking employment opportunities in the public sector. The new recruitment includes 9 vacancies for Driver II and Office Management Secretary Grade II, with successful applicants expected to work under Kakonko District Council in Kigoma Region. Applications are being submitted through the Tanzania Public Service Recruitment Portal (Ajira Portal), and the application deadline is 23 September 2026.
1. Driver II – 5 Posts
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful Driver II candidates will be responsible for operating and maintaining official vehicles. Their duties will include:
- Checking the vehicle before and after official journeys to ensure that it is in proper working condition.
- Transporting government employees to different locations for official assignments.
- Carrying out minor vehicle maintenance and identifying mechanical problems.
- Recording journey details and maintaining the vehicle logbook.
- Collecting and delivering official documents and other materials.
- Cleaning and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Performing other related duties as directed by the supervisor.
Qualifications for Driver II
Applicants should possess a Form Four certificate and a valid Class C or Class E driving licence.
Candidates must have used the relevant driving licence for at least one year without causing an accident and should provide certificates for the driving training that enabled them to obtain the relevant licence category.
Applicants must also have completed a Basic Driving Course offered by VETA or another training institution recognized by the Government of Tanzania.
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Salary Scale
TGS B
2. Office Management Secretary Grade II – 4 Posts
Duties and Responsibilities
The Office Management Secretary Grade II will provide secretarial and administrative support within the assigned office. Key responsibilities include:
- Typing ordinary and confidential letters, reports and other official documents.
- Receiving visitors, listening to their needs and directing them to the appropriate office or officer for assistance.
- Maintaining records of appointments, meetings, official trips and the supervisor’s work schedule.
- Locating files and documents required for administrative activities.
- Receiving files and forwarding them to the relevant officers, departments, sections or units.
- Collecting, organizing, storing and returning files and documents to their appropriate locations.
- Preparing meeting notes and assisting with arrangements for various meetings.
- Preparing lists of required office supplies and equipment.
- Performing other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications for Office Management Secretary Grade II
Applicants should have Form Four or Form Six education together with a Diploma in Secretarial Studies at NTA Level 6.
Candidates should also have passed shorthand in Kiswahili and English at a speed of 80 words per minute (80 w.p.m.).
In addition, applicants are required to have computer training in common office applications and internet-based services, including:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Internet
- Microsoft Publisher
The computer training should have been obtained from an institution recognized by the Government.
Salary Scale
TGS C
General Application Requirements
Applicants for the advertised Kakonko District Council positions should observe the following requirements:
- Applicants must be citizens of the United Republic of Tanzania and should not be above 45 years of age. Special age limits may apply to vacancies within military institutions.
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and should indicate their disability details in the recruitment system for official records.
- Applicants must attach a certified birth certificate.
- Individuals who are already employed in the Public Service are instructed not to apply and should follow the applicable government employment guidelines.
- Applications must include certified copies of relevant academic, professional and training certificates. These may include certificates for postgraduate studies, degrees, advanced diplomas, diplomas and other qualifications relevant to the advertised position.
- Professional certificates issued by the relevant professional boards should be provided where applicable.
- Testimonials, provisional results, statements of results and Form IV/Form VI results slips will not be accepted as substitutes for the required certificates.
- Applicants who obtained their qualifications outside Tanzania must have their certificates verified and recognized by the relevant authorities, including TCU, NECTA or NACTVET, as applicable.
- Applicants whose qualifications require GPA consideration and who studied outside Tanzania should provide the relevant GPA calculation certificate from TCU.
- Retired public servants are not eligible to apply unless they have obtained authorization from the Chief Secretary.
- Applicants are warned that submitting false information or forged qualifications may lead to legal action.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications for the Kakonko District Council vacancies is:
23 September 2026
Applicants should complete their applications before the deadline to avoid missing the opportunity.
How to Apply for Kakonko District Council Jobs 2026
Applications must be submitted online through the Tanzania Public Service Recruitment Portal.
Candidates should prepare a signed application letter and attach the required academic, professional and other supporting certificates before submitting their applications electronically.
The application letter should be addressed to:
Mkurugenzi Mtendaji
Halmashauri ya Wilaya ya Kakonko
S.L.P. 03
KAKONKO
Tanzania
Applications should be submitted through the official Tanzania Public Service Recruitment Portal.
