The Laboratory is an Executive Agency of the Government which has mandated in the Executive Agencies Act No.30 of 1997 and the Establishment Order GN No 106 of 2000. The Agency offers specialist analytical services in Foods and Drugs Quality Control, Forensic Science Services and Chemicals Management.
DIRECTOR (FORENSIC AND DNA SCIENCE SERVICES DEPARTMENT)
DUTY STATION: HEAD OFFICE DSM
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To facilitate analysis of seized materials to establish their nature/ identity;
- To facilitate toxicological analysis on different exhibits to establish cause of death or injuries;
- To facilitate DNA analysis on evidence, paternity and research samples;
- To supervise and approves the technical reports;
- To develop complete, up-to-date procedures manuals that are available and followed by all personnel performing tests;
- To supervise establishment of DNA National data base;
- To supervise the use of human DNA database by respective stakeholder; and
- To represent the GCLA in court proceedings
- To develop and implement standard operating procedures;
- To review and validate analytical methodologies and maintain quality assurance program;
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Msc. in either Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Toxicology or Forensic Science from a recognized higher learning institution. At least twelve (12) years working experience in the related field, five (5) of which should be in a managerial position
DIRECTOR (PRODUCT QUALITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT)
DUTY STATION: HEAD OFFICE DSM
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To analyze processed and unprocessed Food, drugs/ pharmaceuticals and their raw materials and Traditional medicine to establish their quality and safety;
- To perform Microbiological examination on different samples such as water, food, pharmaceuticals and their raw materials;
- To carry out analysis/tests of chemical and environmental samples;
- To carry out instrumental analysis of different samples and maintenance of instruments and equipment;
- To prepare of technical reports and provision of consultancy services in the fields of food, drugs, microbiology, chemical and environmental pollution;
- To develop and implement standard operating procedures;
- To review and validate analytical methodologies and maintain quality assurance program;
- To represent the GCLA in court proceedings; and
- To develop and implement Division plans and budgets.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Msc. in either Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Toxicology or Forensic Science from a recognized higher learning institution. Should have at least twelve (12) years working experience in the related field, five (5) of which should be in a managerial position. He/she must be a principal Chemist
DIRECTOR (CHEMICALS MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT)
DUTY STATION: HEAD OFFICE DSM
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To assess and register chemicals, premises, facilities and chemical businesses;
- To promote compliance to the Industrial and Consumer Chemicals (Management and Control) Act No. 3 of 2003 ;
- To develop and maintain database of companies, chemicals and premises;
- To facilitate Inspection of all establishments where production, importation, storage and handling of chemicals are undertaken;
- To develop and assess Contingency Plans, Risk Assessment and Risk management programmes;
- To develop and implement training programmes on Risk Assessment and Risk Management;
- To facilitate Implementation of programmes for management of hazardous chemicals under the Chemicals Legislation and international Agreements;
- To facilitate Chemicals Management Committees meetings;
- To represent the GCLA in court proceedings; and
- To develop and implement departmental plans and budgets.
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APPLICATION GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old, however, should also observe the age limit for each position where indicated.
ii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers.
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
iv. The title of the position and institution applied for should be written in the subject of the application letter; short of which will make the application invalid.
v. The title of the position and institution applied for should be marked on the envelope; short of which will make the application invalid.
vi. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic certificates:
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts.
- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
- Computer Certificate
- Professional certificates from respective boards
- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.
vii. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
viii. Transcripts, Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.
ix. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action
x. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.
xi. Applicants for entry levels currently employed in the Public Service should not apply, they have to adhere to Government Circular Na. CAC. 45/257/01/D/140 dated 30th November 2010.
xii. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.
xiii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
xiv. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
xv. Dead line for application is 11th June, 2012 at 3:30 p.m
xvi. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English
xvii. APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE:
Secretary
Public Service Recruitment
P. O. Box 63100,
DAR ES SALAAM
