The Law School of Tanzania (LST) and College of Business Education (CBE) vacancies for November 2026 offer four government job opportunities for qualified Tanzanians. Announced through the Public Service Recruitment Secretariat (PSRS), the recruitment includes three Assistant Lecturer positions at LST in Conveyancing, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Quasi-Judicial Practice, and Practical Aspects of Commercial Law, plus one Assistant Lecturer (Networking) position at CBE. Eligible applicants should review the academic qualifications, professional experience, application requirements, and deadline of 11 November 2026 before submitting their applications through the official Ajira Recruitment Portal.
Available Job Vacancies
The four advertised positions are listed below.
1. Assistant Lecturer (Conveyancing) – 1 Post
Employer: Law School of Tanzania (LST)
Salary Scale: PHTS 1
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:
- Providing guiding instructions to candidates.
- Preparing learning resources for tutorial exercises.
- Conducting research, seminars, and case studies.
- Carrying out consultancy and community service activities under close supervision.
- Supervising students’ fieldwork and research.
- Preparing teaching manuals.
- Performing any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a Master’s Degree in Law from a recognised institution, with a GPA of 3.8 or above.
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Law with a GPA of 3.5 or above.
- Be a practising advocate with at least five years of experience.
- Have attended and passed the Postgraduate Diploma in Law offered by the Law School of Tanzania or completed the prior internship programme.
Experience in teaching, research, and consultancy will be an added advantage.
2. Assistant Lecturer (Alternative Dispute Resolution and Quasi Judicial Practice) – 1 Post
Employer: Law School of Tanzania (LST)
Salary Scale: PHTS 1
Duties and Responsibilities
The appointed candidate will perform the following duties:
- Providing guiding instructions to candidates.
- Preparing learning resources for tutorial exercises.
- Conducting research, seminars, and case studies.
- Carrying out consultancy and community service activities under close supervision.
- Supervising students’ fieldwork and research.
- Preparing teaching manuals.
- Performing any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
Candidates applying for this position must possess a Master’s Degree in Law from a recognised institution with a GPA of 3.8 or above. Applicants must also hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Law with a GPA of 3.5 or above.
In addition, applicants must:
- Be practising advocates with at least five years of experience.
- Have attended and passed the Postgraduate Diploma in Law at the Law School of Tanzania or completed the prior internship programme.
Experience in teaching, research, and consultancy will be an added advantage.
3. Assistant Lecturer (Practical Aspects of Commercial Law) – 1 Post
Employer: Law School of Tanzania (LST)
Salary Scale: PHTS 1
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will undertake the following responsibilities:
- Providing guiding instructions to candidates.
- Preparing learning resources for tutorial exercises.
- Conducting research, seminars, and case studies.
- Carrying out consultancy and community service activities under close supervision.
- Supervising students’ fieldwork and research.
- Preparing teaching manuals.
- Performing any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Law from a recognised institution with a GPA of 3.8 or above and a Bachelor’s Degree in Law with a GPA of 3.5 or above.
They must also be practising advocates with at least five years of experience and must have attended and passed the Postgraduate Diploma in Law of the Law School of Tanzania or completed the prior internship programme.
Experience in teaching, research, and consultancy will be an added advantage.
4. Assistant Lecturer (Networking) – 1 Post
Employer: College of Business Education (CBE)
Salary Scale: PHTS 2
Duties and Responsibilities
The Assistant Lecturer (Networking) will perform the following academic and professional duties:
- Teaching students up to NTA Level 8 (Bachelor’s Degree).
- Assisting senior staff in practical training, seminars, and tutorials up to NTA Level 9 as part of capacity building.
- Preparing learning resources for tutorial exercises.
- Conducting research, seminars, and case studies.
- Carrying out consultancy and community service activities under supervision.
- Supervising students’ projects.
- Assisting in the preparation of teaching manuals and compendiums.
- Working collaboratively with senior staff on specific projects.
- Attending workshops, conferences, and symposiums.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree at NTA Level 9 or an equivalent qualification, together with a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following disciplines:
- Computer Science
- Information Systems
- Information Technology
- Computer Engineering
- Telecommunication
- Electronics
The academic performance requirements are as follows:
- Master’s Degree: GPA of not less than 4.0 or an equivalent of B+.
- Bachelor’s Degree: GPA of not less than 3.8.
Applicants must have studied similar disciplines or fields at both Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree levels.
General Conditions for All Applicants
The Public Service Recruitment Secretariat has outlined the following general conditions for applicants:
1. Citizenship and Age Requirements
All applicants must be citizens of the United Republic of Tanzania and must not be above 45 years of age, subject to the specific age limits applicable to paramilitary institutions.
For paramilitary vacancies, applicants for non-degree positions must not exceed 25 years of age, while applicants for degree positions must not exceed 30 years of age.
2. Certified Academic and Supporting Documents
Applicants must attach certified copies of the following documents, where applicable:
- Postgraduate, Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, and Certificate qualifications.
- Academic transcripts for the relevant qualifications.
- Professional registration and training certificates issued by the relevant registration or regulatory bodies.
- Birth certificate.
Applicants must not attach Form IV or Form VI result slips, testimonials, or partial transcripts. These documents are strictly not accepted.
3. Passport-Size Photograph
Every applicant must upload a recent passport-size photograph through the Recruitment Portal.
4. Public Service Employment Restrictions
Applicants who are currently employed in the Public Service are not allowed to apply and must comply with Circular No. CAC.45/257/01/D/140 of 30 November 2010.
Applicants who have retired from the Public Service for any reason are also not eligible to apply.
5. Referees
Each applicant must provide the names and reliable contact details of three reputable referees.
6. Recognition of Foreign Qualifications
All foreign academic certificates must be recognised by the relevant Tanzanian authorities, including the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU), the National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA), and the National Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (NACTVET), as applicable.
Applicants applying for positions with a GPA requirement must attach a GPA calculation certificate from TCU.
7. Application Letter
Applicants must prepare and sign an application letter written in either English or Swahili. The letter must be addressed to:
The Secretary
President’s Office, Public Service Recruitment Secretariat
P.O. Box 2320
Mahakama Street, Tambukareli
Dodoma, Tanzania.
8. Accuracy of Information
Applicants must ensure that all information provided and documents submitted are accurate and genuine. The presentation of forged certificates or false information will result in legal action.
How to Apply for LST and CBE Vacancies
All applications must be submitted electronically through the official Public Service Recruitment Secretariat portal. Applications submitted through any other means will not be considered.
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official PSRS Recruitment Portal: https://portal.ajira.go.tz/vacancies
- Log in to your account or register if you do not already have one.
- Review the advertised vacancies and select the position for which you meet the qualifications.
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal, academic, and professional information.
- Upload the required certified academic certificates, transcripts, birth certificate, recent passport-size photograph, and other applicable supporting documents.
- Attach the signed application letter and ensure that the details of three reputable referees are provided.
- Review your application carefully before submitting it through the portal.
Applicants should ensure that all required documents are uploaded correctly and that their applications comply with the conditions specified in the vacancy announcement.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications for the four vacancies at the Law School of Tanzania and the College of Business Education is 11 November 2026.
