The Benjamin Mkapa Hospital (BMH) has officially announced new employment opportunities for qualified and motivated Tanzanians seeking to build their careers in the healthcare sector. The recruitment includes both contract and volunteer positions across medical, nursing, laboratory, pharmacy, engineering, ICT, customer service, public relations, and support services.
This recruitment drive aims to strengthen the hospital’s workforce and improve the delivery of specialized healthcare services to patients across Tanzania and neighboring countries.
About Benjamin Mkapa Hospital (BMH)
The Benjamin Mkapa Hospital (BMH) was officially established through Government Notice No. 453 of 2015, which was gazetted on 16 October 2015. The hospital operates as a national tertiary referral hospital with the objective of providing advanced and specialized healthcare services using modern medical technology, highly qualified professionals, and world-class treatment facilities. Located in Dodoma, BMH has a 400-bed capacity and serves both local and international patients. The hospital offers a wide range of specialized services including:
- Emergency Medicine
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- CT Scan
- Mammography
- X-Ray
- Ultrasound
- Angiography
- Cath Lab
- Laboratory Services
- Surgical Services
- Radiotherapy
- Specialized Diagnostic Services
To improve operational efficiency and service delivery, the hospital is inviting applications from energetic and qualified Tanzanians for the following vacancies.
Available Benjamin Mkapa Hospital Vacancies 2026
| Position | Employment Type |
|---|---|
| Nursing Officers II (15 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Medical Officers II (10 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Assistant Nursing Officers II (10 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Pharmaceutical Technician II (10 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Pharmacist II (5 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Health Laboratory Technologist II (5 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Health Laboratory Scientists II (5 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Health Assistants II (5 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Medical Specialists II (Radiologist, Pathologist & Anesthesiologist) (3 Posts) | Contract |
| Radiographic Technician II (2 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Radiology Scientist II (2 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Customer Care Officer II (3 Posts) | Volunteer |
| ICT Officer II (3 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Public Relations Officer (2 Posts) | Volunteer |
| Engineer II (Civil Engineer) (1 Post) | Contract |
| Estate Officer II (2 Posts) | Contract |
Qualifications Required
Applicants must possess qualifications relevant to the advertised position from recognized institutions, Depending on the position, applicants should have:
- Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree
- Successful completion of internship where applicable
- Registration with relevant professional councils or regulatory authorities
- Valid practicing license where required
Examples include registration with:
- Tanzania Nurses and Midwives Council
- Medical Council of Tanganyika
- Pharmacy Council
- Health Laboratory Practitioners Council
- Medical Radiology and Imaging Professional Council
- Engineers Registration Board (ERB)
- Other relevant professional boards
Candidates with additional specialized training in areas such as Critical Care, Anesthesia, Oncology Nursing, Pediatrics, Audiology, Speech Therapy, Cardiovascular Nursing, Nephrology Nursing, Graphics, Video Production, and News Reporting may receive added consideration for selected positions.
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will perform duties depending on their respective positions, including:
- Providing quality patient care
- Diagnosing and treating patients
- Conducting laboratory investigations
- Dispensing medications
- Supporting surgical procedures
- Operating diagnostic imaging equipment
- Providing customer care services
- Managing ICT systems
- Public relations and communications
- Hospital engineering and infrastructure maintenance
- Estate and facilities management
- Administrative and operational support
All employees will also be expected to comply with hospital policies, standard operating procedures, and professional ethics while contributing to quality healthcare delivery.
Salary and Benefits
Benjamin Mkapa Hospital offers an attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Hospital Scheme of Service. Contract and volunteer appointments will be administered under the hospital’s approved employment framework.
General Application Requirements
Applicants should ensure they submit:
- Signed application letter
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copies of academic certificates
- Form IV and Form VI certificates
- Professional registration certificates and valid practicing license (where applicable)
- Birth Certificate
Applicants with qualifications obtained outside Tanzania must have their certificates verified by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) or NACTVET, where applicable.
Please note:
- Partial transcripts and result slips will not be accepted.
- Applicants previously dismissed from the Public Service are not eligible to apply.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should address their signed application letter to:
Executive Director
The Benjamin Mkapa Hospital
P.O. Box 11088
Dodoma, Tanzania
Applications may be submitted through:
- Email: barua@bmh.or.tz
- Hand delivery at the Benjamin Mkapa Hospital Registry
Application Deadline
The closing date for submitting applications is: 30 July 2026, Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline to avoid last-minute delays.
Why Join Benjamin Mkapa Hospital?
Working at Benjamin Mkapa Hospital provides an opportunity to become part of one of Tanzania’s leading referral hospitals equipped with advanced medical technology and highly specialized healthcare professionals. Successful candidates will gain valuable experience while contributing to quality healthcare services that benefit patients from across Tanzania and beyond.
