The National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) has announced new employment opportunities for qualified candidates in its printing and graphic design operations. A total of 7 Assistant Printer II positions are available under two different job categories. Applications are open from 27 August 2026 to 9 September 2026, giving eligible applicants an opportunity to apply for positions in either Graphic Designing or Printing and Binding.
NECTA Vacancies 2026 – Available Positions
| Job Title | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Assistant Printer II – Graphic Designing | 2 |
| Assistant Printer II – Printing and Binding | 5 |
| Total Positions | 7 Positions |
1. Assistant Printer II – Graphic Designing
Employer: National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA)
Number of Positions: 2
Application Period: 27 August 2026 – 9 September 2026
Salary Scale: NECTASS 3
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates appointed as Assistant Printer II – Graphic Designing will be responsible for supporting graphic design and prepress printing operations. Their duties will include:
- Taking care of and maintaining the cleanliness of prepress equipment.
- Preparing artworks submitted by clients for printing.
- Assisting in operating the CTP machine for plate processing.
- Assisting in processing files through Trueflow, Prinergy or Rampage workflow systems.
- Printing small-quantity jobs using RISO photo printers.
- Scanning documents to create digital files and importing them into specialised software.
- Performing any other duties related to the position as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Applicants should be holders of an FTC or Diploma (NTA Level 6) in Graphic Designing or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
Remuneration
The position is offered under the NECTASS 3 salary scale.
2. Assistant Printer II – Printing and Binding
Employer: National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA)
Number of Positions: 5
Application Period: 27 August 2026 – 9 September 2026
Salary Scale: NECTASS 3
Duties and Responsibilities
Assistant Printer II – Printing and Binding officers will support printing, finishing and binding operations. Their responsibilities will include:
- Operating small offset printing machines.
- Operating paper-cutting machines.
- Operating printing and finishing machines such as SORD, SORS, Goss-web, Speedmaster, guillotine and book-pressing machines.
- Operating hydraulic power equipment for lifting reams and related materials.
- Carrying out hand binding.
- Collating, cutting and trimming printed materials.
- Assembling printed materials.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Applicants should hold an FTC or Diploma (NTA Level 6) in one of the following fields:
- Graphic Art and Printing
- Printing Technology
- An equivalent qualification from a recognised institution
Remuneration
The position is offered under the NECTASS 3 salary scale.
Who Can Apply?
These vacancies are suitable for candidates with qualifications and skills in graphic design, printing technology, graphic arts, printing, binding and related fields. Applicants should ensure that their academic qualifications meet the requirements specified for the particular position before submitting an application.
How to Apply for NECTA Vacancies 2026
Applications for these positions are being advertised through the Ajira Portal Recruitment recruitment system. Eligible candidates should log in to their recruitment portal accounts, locate the relevant NECTA vacancy and complete the online application process. Applicants should select the position that matches their qualifications and carefully follow all instructions provided on the recruitment portal.
NECTA Vacancies 2026 Closing Date
The application window for both Assistant Printer II positions runs from 27 August 2026 until 9 September 2026. Closing Date: 9 September 2026 Candidates are strongly encouraged to complete their applications before the deadline to avoid missing the opportunity.
