The Public Service Recruitment Secretariat (PSRS) has published a large recruitment drive on behalf of multiple government institutions, opening 210 vacant posts across a wide range of professions and skill levels. The advertisement, dated 8 February 2026, invites qualified Tanzanian nationals to apply for positions that include academic/tutoring roles, technical and trade posts, ICT and engineering posts, medical specialist roles and many more.
Who’s hiring and what’s on offer
This round covers vacancies at several agencies and institutions, among them:
- Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA) — tutorial assistants and lecturers.
- Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA) — ICT officer (security), reception and driver roles.
- Tanzania National Roads Agency (TANROADS) — laboratory technicians and weighbridge technicians (mechanical, electrical, civil).
- Benjamin Mkapa Hospital (BMH) and Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH) — various Medical Specialist posts and allied health roles.
- Government Procurement Services Agency (GPSA), National Construction Council (NCC), TEMESA, MUWSSA, IRUWASA, National Institute of Transport (NIT), Law School of Tanzania (LST), Tanzania Public Service College (TPSC) and others — with roles from ICT and database administration to teaching, technical and artisan positions.
Examples of the advertised roles: Tutorial Assistants and Assistant Lecturers (various disciplines), ICT Officer II (network, security, database), Medical Specialist II (Neurology, Emergency Medicine, Paediatrics, Intensive Care), Radiography & Radiology roles, technicians (plumber, welder, mechanic), drivers, receptionists and administrative secretaries.
Key requirements & general conditions
- Applicants must be citizens of the United Republic of Tanzania. Age limits generally apply (most posts: not above 45 years); stricter age caps apply for paramilitary vacancies as stated in the advertisement.
- Applicants must attach certified copies of full academic certificates and transcripts, professional registration (where applicable), and their birth certificate. Form IV/V/VI slips or partial transcripts are not accepted.
- Foreign academic certificates must be recognized by the relevant Tanzanian authorities (TCU, NECTA, NACTVET), and GPA-specific posts require a TCU GPA calculation certificate.
How to apply & deadline
- All applications must be submitted online through the PSRS Recruitment Portal at http://portal.ajira.go.tz. Applications submitted by any other means will not be considered.
- Deadline for applications: 22 February 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview arrangements.
Practical tips for applicants
- Read the specific minimum qualifications for the post you want — many teaching posts require GPAs (e.g., 3.5/5.0 or higher) or professional registration.
- Prepare certified copies of full certificates and transcripts before starting the online application; partial documentation will lead to disqualification.
- Upload a recent passport-size photo as required by the portal.
- Make sure any foreign qualifications are validated by the appropriate Tanzanian authority in advance.
This recruitment is a major opportunity across education, health, transport, public works and ICT sectors. For full details and the complete list of all advertised posts, duties, qualification requirements and salary scales, consult the official PSRS advertisement (8 February 2026) and apply via the recruitment portal.
