Kyerwa District Council has announced new employment opportunities for qualified Tanzanian citizens to fill various positions within the Council. The vacancies have been announced following an employment permit issued by the Permanent Secretary of the President’s Office – Public Service Management under Reference No. FA.97/288/01/A/25, dated 29 April 2025.
The available positions include Office Assistant II / Secretary and Driver Class II, providing opportunities for candidates with secretarial, office administration, and driving qualifications. Successful applicants will be expected to perform their duties professionally while supporting the effective delivery of services within Kyerwa District Council.
The application deadline is 11 September 2026, and all applications must be submitted electronically through the Ajira Recruitment Portal.
Job Details
- Employer: Kyerwa District Council
- Location: Kyerwa, Tanzania
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Number of Vacancies: 8 Posts
- Application Deadline: 11 September 2026
- Application Method: Online through the Ajira Recruitment Portal
Available Positions
1. Office Assistant II / Secretary – 5 Posts
Kyerwa District Council is seeking qualified candidates to fill five positions of Office Assistant II / Secretary. The successful candidates will provide secretarial and administrative support, manage office records, assist with meetings, and handle various office-related duties.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Typing letters, reports, and ordinary as well as confidential documents.
- Receiving visitors, listening to their needs, and directing them to the appropriate office or responsible officer.
- Maintaining information and records relating to appointments, visitors, meeting dates, official trips, and other work schedules of the supervisor.
- Searching for files and documents required for the performance of assigned duties.
- Receiving files and distributing them to officers in the relevant Department, Unit, or Section.
- Preparing agendas and points for discussion and making arrangements for various meetings.
- Preparing lists of required office supplies and equipment.
- Performing other duties related to the position as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants for the Office Assistant II / Secretary position must:
- Have completed Form IV (Ordinary Level).
- Possess a Diploma in Secretarial Studies or an NTA Level 6 Certificate in Secretarial Studies.
- Have passed Shorthand in both Kiswahili and English at a speed of 100 words per minute.
- Have skills in office computer applications, including:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Internet
- Microsoft Publisher
- Have obtained the relevant training from a college or institution recognized by the Government.
Salary Scale TGS C
2. Driver Class II – 3 Posts
Kyerwa District Council is also recruiting three Driver Class II candidates. The successful applicants will be responsible for providing official transportation services and ensuring that assigned vehicles are properly maintained and operated safely.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Driver Class II will be responsible for:
- Inspecting the vehicle before and after each journey to ensure that it is in safe operating condition.
- Transporting employees to various locations on official assignments.
- Carrying out minor repairs and maintenance of vehicles.
- Collecting and distributing various documents.
- Recording and maintaining details of all journeys in the vehicle logbook.
- Cleaning the assigned vehicle.
- Performing other duties related to the driving profession as assigned by the Head or Supervisor.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants for the Driver Class II position must:
- Possess a Form IV (Ordinary Level) Certificate.
- Have a Class E or Class C driving licence.
- Have at least one year of driving experience without causing an accident.
- Possess training certificates that qualified them to obtain the relevant driving licence class.
- Have attended a Basic Driving Course offered by a VETA college or another institution recognized by the Government.
Salary Scale TGS B1
Who Can Apply?
These vacancies are open to qualified Tanzanian citizens who meet the academic, professional, technical, and experience requirements specified for the respective positions.
Applicants should carefully review the requirements before submitting their applications. Candidates applying for the secretarial position should ensure that they meet the specified shorthand and computer skills requirements, while Driver Class II applicants must have the required driving licence, practical experience, and recognized driving training.
How to Apply for Kyerwa District Council Jobs 2026
All qualified candidates are required to submit their applications electronically through the Ajira Recruitment Portal.
Applicants should access the recruitment portal and follow the instructions provided for submitting an application.
- The recruitment portal can also be accessed through the Public Service Recruitment Secretariat (PSRS) website by selecting the “Recruitment Portal” section.
- Applicants should ensure that all required information is accurately provided and that they apply for the position that matches their qualifications.
- Applications submitted through any other means will not be considered.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications is 11 September 2026.
Interested candidates are therefore encouraged to complete their applications before the deadline. Applicants should not wait until the final day to submit their applications in case they experience technical difficulties with the recruitment portal.
Kyerwa District Council Vacancies 2026: Summary
Kyerwa District Council has announced eight vacancies comprising five Office Assistant II / Secretary positions and three Driver Class II positions.
The Office Assistant II / Secretary positions require Form IV education together with a Diploma or NTA Level 6 Certificate in Secretarial Studies, shorthand proficiency, and computer skills. The Driver Class II positions require Form IV education, the appropriate driving licence, relevant driving experience, and recognized basic driving training.
Qualified Tanzanian citizens should submit their applications through the Ajira Recruitment Portal before the 11 September 2026 deadline.
