The Ministry of Health of the United Republic of Tanzania, through Mwananyamala Regional Referral Hospital in Dar es Salaam, has officially announced new employment opportunities for qualified Tanzanian citizens. This recruitment aims to strengthen healthcare service delivery and improve operational efficiency at one of the country’s important referral hospitals.
According to the official notice issued on 21 April 2026, the hospital management is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill several contract-based positions. This announcement presents a valuable opportunity for professionals in the health and support services sector who are seeking to contribute to public healthcare services.
Available Positions
The hospital has announced vacancies for the following positions:
1. Assistant Nursing Officer II
Applicants for this position must possess a Certificate in Nursing from a government-recognized institution. In addition, candidates must be fully trained in nursing and must hold a valid professional license.
This role is essential in supporting patient care, assisting senior nurses, and ensuring the smooth running of healthcare services within the hospital.
2. Health Assistant
Candidates applying for this role must have a certificate in Health Assistance from a recognized institution approved by the government. The Health Assistant will be responsible for supporting healthcare professionals in delivering medical services, assisting patients, and helping maintain hygiene and safety standards within the hospital environment.
3. Assistant Records Officer
For this post, applicants must hold a certificate in records management or information-related studies. This position plays an important administrative role in managing patient files, hospital records, and documentation systems to ensure accurate storage and retrieval of information.
4. Nutrition Officer
Applicants must possess a degree or diploma in Nutrition and Food Science from a recognized institution. The Nutrition Officer will be responsible for advising on patient diets, meal planning, nutritional assessments, and promoting healthy eating practices within the hospital.
General Qualifications
All applicants must meet the following general requirements:
- Must be not more than 35 years old
- Must have completed Form Four or Form Six education
- Must possess a National ID or proof of citizenship
- Must provide two referees recognized by local government authorities
- Must be fluent in Kiswahili
These qualifications are intended to ensure that only competent and eligible Tanzanian citizens are considered for the positions.
Application Requirements
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- Copies of academic certificates
- Copies of professional certificates
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copies of birth certificate or identification documents
The notice clearly states that result slips, provisional results, statements of results, and transcripts will not be accepted. Therefore, candidates are advised to submit only officially certified documents.
Application Deadline
All applications should be sent to:
Medical Officer In-Charge
Mwananyamala Regional Referral Hospital
P.O. Box 61665
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
The deadline for submitting applications is 28 April 2026 at 9:30 PM.
Conclusion
This recruitment announcement from Mwananyamala Regional Referral Hospital offers an excellent opportunity for qualified Tanzanians to join the public healthcare sector. Interested applicants are encouraged to prepare their documents carefully and submit their applications before the deadline.
Working in a government hospital not only offers career growth but also provides an opportunity to serve the nation by contributing to quality healthcare delivery.
