Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute (TAWIRI) has announced new job vacancies in Tanzania for October 2026, offering two Research Officer II positions in Veterinary Medicine and Beekeeping. These TAWIRI jobs are advertised through the Public Service Recruitment Secretariat (PSRS) and are open to suitably qualified Tanzanian citizens. Eligible candidates with relevant bachelor’s and master’s degrees can apply through the official Ajira Recruitment Portal before the 3 November 2026 deadline.
1.0 RESEARCH OFFICER II (VETERINARY MEDICINE) – 1 Post
1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To set up experiments and data collection related to veterinary issues as well as wildlife management;
ii. To gathering relevant literatures and information on diseases, surveillances, diagnosis and writing up technical and research reports;
iii. To carry disease surveillance and producing technical reports;
iv. To collect, process and analyse samples related to wildlife diseases and ecosystem health;
v. To prepare protocols for wildlife immobilization and handling for disease investigation, rescue from snares, collaring and translocations;
vi. To supervise veterinary and laboratory students during their practical training;
vii. To provide wildlife veterinary services to researchers and management authorities in in protected areas and any other areas with wildlife in Tanzania;
viii. To immobilize wild animals for translocation for restocking or problem animal control;
ix. To develop a research proposal for fundraising;
x. To publish research results in peer-reviewed journals/publishers; and
xi. To perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
1.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of Master and Bachelor Degree in Veterinary Medicine from recognized institutions with minimum of an Upper Second Class or overall minimum of Grade B+ for unclassified undergraduate Degrees.
1.3 SALARY SCALE PRSS 2
2.0 RESEARCH OFFICER II (BEEKEEPING) – 1 Post
2.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To manage beekeeping operations including hive maintenance, queen rearing, honey extraction and quality control, and pest/disease control;
ii. To conduct training sessions and capacity-building programs for farmers and community groups;
iii. To monitor and evaluate bee health, behaviour, and colony performance;
iv. To support research on pollination, honey production, and the effects of environmental changes on bees;
v. To collect, process, and analyze data related to beekeeping and forest ecosystems;
vi. To collaborate with research scientists and stakeholders to disseminate and apply relevant research findings;
vii. To develop research proposals aimed at securing internal and external funding;
viii. To publish research outcomes in peer-reviewed scientific journals and other media of publications;
ix. To perform other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
2.2 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Holder of Master and Bachelor Degree in Beekeeping from recognized institutions with minimum of an Upper Second Class or overall minimum of Grade B+ for unclassified undergraduate Degrees.
2.3 SALARY SCALE PRSS 2
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.
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 03rd November, 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’).
