The Mbozi District Council has announced 10 approved job vacancies and is inviting qualified Tanzanian citizens to apply. The recruitment follows approval from the Secretary General, President’s Office – Public Service Management and Good Governance.
The available positions are Office Secretary II (5 posts) and Driver II (5 posts). Successful applicants will join the public service under the respective salary scales indicated in the vacancy announcement.
Mbozi District Council Vacancies 2026 Overview
- Employer: Mbozi District Council
- Total Vacancies: 10 Posts
- Office Secretary II: 5 Posts
- Driver II: 5 Posts
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Portal: Recruitment Portal
- Deadline: 1 October 2026
1. Office Secretary II – 5 Posts
The Office Secretary II will provide administrative and secretarial support, including document preparation, records management, reception of visitors and coordination of office activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicants will be responsible for:
- Typing letters, reports and ordinary or confidential documents.
- Receiving visitors, understanding their needs and directing them to the appropriate offices.
- Maintaining information and records relating to appointments, visitors, meetings, supervisor movements and work schedules.
- Searching for files and documents required in the course of work.
- Receiving files and distributing them to relevant officers, divisions, units or sections.
- Collecting, keeping and returning files and documents to the appropriate offices.
- Organizing agendas and preparing for various meetings.
- Preparing lists of required office equipment and supplies.
Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- Form IV or Form VI education.
- A Diploma in Secretarial Studies or NTA Level 6 Certificate in Secretarial Studies.
- Passed Shorthand in both Kiswahili and English at 100 words per minute.
- Computer skills in office applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, E-mail and Publisher.
- The relevant training must have been obtained from a college or institution recognized by the Government.
Salary Scale
TGS C
2. Driver II – 5 Posts
The Driver II position involves providing official transportation services, maintaining assigned vehicles and ensuring that journeys and vehicle-related records are properly managed.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicants will:
- Inspect vehicles before and after trips to ensure they are in safe operating condition.
- Transport employees to various locations on official duties.
- Carry out minor vehicle repairs.
- Collect and distribute various documents.
- Record and maintain journey details in the vehicle logbook.
- Clean the assigned vehicle.
- Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- A Form IV Certificate.
- A Class E or Class C driving licence.
- At least one year of driving experience using the relevant licence without causing an accident.
- Training certificates that qualified them to obtain the relevant driving licence category.
- A Basic Driving Course certificate from VETA or another Government-recognized institution.
Salary Scale
TGS B1
Who Can Apply?
The Mbozi District Council vacancies are open to Tanzanian citizens aged 18 years or older and not more than 45 years.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and should indicate their disability in the employment application system for information purposes.
Candidates should carefully review the requirements for the specific position they wish to apply for and ensure that all supporting documents are available before beginning the online application.
Important Application Requirements
Applicants should prepare a detailed CV containing:
- Current address
- Accessible telephone numbers
- Email address
- Names and contacts of three reliable referees
Applications must also include certified educational and professional certificates, including relevant examination certificates, training certificates, computer certificates and professional certificates from applicable professional boards.
Certificates must be certified by a Lawyer/Advocate.
Applicants should note that testimonials, provisional results, statements of results and Form IV/Form VI results slips will not be accepted.
Applicants who obtained their qualifications outside Tanzania must ensure that their certificates are verified and authenticated by the relevant authorities, including TCU, NECTA and NACTVET, as applicable.
For the Driver II position, applicants holding Class E or Class C licences must attach the driving training certificates that qualified them to obtain the respective licence category.
Other Important Conditions
Applicants who have retired from the Public Service are not permitted to apply unless they have permission from the Chief Secretary.
Those already employed in entry-level positions within the Public Service should not apply and should follow the instructions contained in Circular No. CAC.45/257/01/D/140 dated 30 November 2010.
Applicants whose names differ across their submitted documents must provide a registered Deed Poll for Change of Name, registered by the Ministry responsible for Lands.
Candidates are also reminded that submitting false information or qualifications may result in legal action.
How to Apply for Mbozi District Council Vacancies
All applications must be submitted electronically through the Recruitment Portal.
Applicants should ensure that they upload all required documents and follow the application procedure specified in the announcement.
The application letter must be signed and addressed to:
Applicants should attach the signed application letter together with their educational certificates.
Applications submitted outside the stated procedure will not be considered.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications is 1 October 2026.
Candidates are encouraged to complete their online applications and upload all required documents before the closing date.
Final Thought
The Mbozi District Council recruitment provides 10 public service employment opportunities for qualified applicants in secretarial and driving roles. Candidates who meet the academic, professional and experience requirements should carefully prepare their documents, follow the prescribed online application procedure and submit their applications before 1 October 2026.
