About
Announcement Number:
DaresSalaam-2024-020
Hiring Agency:
Embassy Dar Es Salaam
Position Title:
Radio/Telephone Technician (All Interested Candidates)
Open Period:
04/16/2024 – 04/30/2024
Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone:
GMT+3
Series/Grade:
LE – 0615 6
Recommended:
Salary:TZS TSh25,503,476 /Per Year
Work Schedule:
Full-time – 40 HRS PER WEEK
Promotion Potential:
LE-6
Duty Location(s):
1 Vacancy in
Dar Es Salaam, TZ
Telework Eligible:
No
For More Info:
HR Section
255-22-229 4148
usembdarhiring@groups.state.gov
Overview
Hiring Path:
• Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
All Interested Applicants / All Sources
Security Clearance Required:
Public Trust – Background Investigation
Appointment Type
Permanent
Appointment Type Details:
Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
Marketing Statement:
We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
Summary:
The U.S. Mission in Dar es Salaam is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Radio/Telephone Technician in the IMO Section.
Supervisory Position:
No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
No
Travel Required:
Occasional Travel
OCCASIONAL TRAVEL
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Duties
Radio Support – 50%
Installs Motorola VHF/HF radios in 50+ motor vehicles, program radios
with approved frequencies and test the installed radio to ensure the
installed radios work as required.
Programs Motorola HF/VHF handheld radios, base stations, and repeaters.
Installs radio gateway unit (RGU), automatic Antenna tuners, tune
duplexer to make sure the radio system correctly operates within the
licensed frequencies for all radio channels.
Install Antennas on house roofs or poles, its associated Coaxial cables,
and connectors in residences with poor radio spectrum coverage to
ensure radios at the residences can communicate clearly, loud, and clear
with the control during radio checks and when needed. Timely prepares
and issues handheld radios to new incoming US direct hire American
employees or locally employed staffs. Ensures radios are tested and
resolve in a timely manner any issue that arise during radio operation.
Record all issued radio assets in ILMS loanable property, Atlas
application and Office Shared folders spreadsheet to ensure proper and
accurate record keeping is maintained.
Monthly Liaison with GSO and RSO offices within the U.S Mission to get the updated list of call signs.
Follow-up through calls/emails/in person with employees whose radio
check was recorded as broken and unreadable to resolve issues that
hindered the 100% participation in Monthly radio checks.
Radio frequency License management. Liaison with GSO, FMC and TCRA to
ensure HF/VHF radio frequency annual subscription fees is paid before
the due date. Make effort to ensure payments reached TCRA bank account
and no outstanding balance is owed to TCRA. Work all documentation to
renew License upon expiration. Assist to request temporarily radio
frequencies License from the regulator TCRA for VVIP Visits.
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Liaison with GSO procurement to inboard contractors, purchase tools,
equipment, radio batteries, and other accessories required to make the
radio network operational and maintained.
Radio Assets Disposal. Properly identify all handheld and Motor vehicle
radios in IRM storage that are no longer needed, follow all property
disposition instructions, generate DS 132, tag all assets approved for
disposal as disposed in ILMS, work to get these assets removed in IRM
cage and onboard a contractor to recycle or destruct these disposed
radio equipment.
Maintain and troubleshoot the IP based Radio Network, troubleshoot with
IP based Cisco Switches and Routers, configure Dynamic Multiple point
VPN (DMVPN) to ensure HF/VHF radio network is able to communicate with
Global radio Network.
Make sure the Radio repeater and Alternative Control Center (ACC) site
are well maintained, Operational and cleaned periodically. Perform
periodic preventive maintenance to ensure continuous operation of the
mission radio network.
Prepare formal training and Standard operating procedures manual for end
user on how to use Motorola radios/ Satellite phones/ BGANS. Liaison
with RSO during drill to ensure Mission personnel would be able to use
Emergence and Evacuation (E& E) radios in case of actual emergency.
IT Inventory – 30%
Receives, inventories, stores, and tracks all movement of HF/VHF radio
assets in and out of the IT Business unit in Integrated Logistics
Management System (ILMS) and Atlas Directory Software.
Responsible to keep all spare and not in operation unclassified IT asset/ radio equipment until the deployment time.
Annually and spot check Scans and account for all radio equipment assets
stored in IRM cage, issued to employees, or installed in repeater site,
Alternative Control Center (ACC), motor vehicles or base station sites.
Telephone Support – 20%
Configure a Command line interface (CLI) based Avaya/Nortel CS 1000 Call
server, create call routes, SIP/H323 Voice Trunks, Digit manipulations,
activate/deactivate Terminal Numbers (TNs), DNs, Create and configure
new analogue, digital and VoIP Avaya Desk phones, move phones between
TNs, change names and keep records / inventories of extension numbers,
assigned names and TNs.
Install analogue, digital line cards, E1/T1 Digital line cards, media
gateway unit (MGU), Signaling Servers, Avaya Call pilot for voice
messages and auto attendant/ interactive voice responses (IVR).
Structuring cabling of UTP and Telephone cables, punch down and terminate cables and RJ11/45 connectors to telephone jacks.
Install and configure Avaya IP office PBX, Avaya digital phones in
residence, configure incoming/outgoing call routes, SIP/H323 Trunks,
short codes, extensions.
Liaison with a Mobile phone services contractor to ensure timely
creation of new physical SIM cards or e-SIM numbers, Swap numbers,
deactivate numbers, replenish subscription, register phone numbers, move
phone numbers between different Cost center accounts and verify and
manage mobile phone/landline Phone bills to ensure timely payments of
telephone bills.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience in installation/repair/maintenance of Motorola/Kenwood HF/VHF radios networks is required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Thorough knowledge of installing and configuring of Radio or Telephone equipment using both CLI and GUI Computer applications or Electronic devices. Thorough knowledge of logical and Technical troubleshooting procedures.
Education Requirements:
Secondary School Education is required. Formal training certificate in
Telecommunications, Electronics/Electrical, Data
Communication/Networking, IT/Computer Science is required.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing
English is required. Level III (Good Working Knowledge)
Speaking/Reading/Writing Swahili is required. (This may be tested)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Hands on experience in installing, programing, testing, and operating of HF/VHF Motor vehicle or handheld Motorola/Kenwood radios, repeaters, and base station. Ability to analyze radio frequency Spectrum coverage to determine skip/silent zones/dead spots. A valid Motor vehicle driving Licence is required. Must be able to lift up to 25KG, work in confined spaces, arranges radios in store/Cage, climb ladders to install antenna on tower/pole/rooftop.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
DEIA Statement
The US Mission to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania values a workforce of different backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all, and we invite applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Qualifications:
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
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Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:
Agency Benefits:
The U.S. Mission in Tanzania offers compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring
preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order
listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants
accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so
may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a
hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
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How to Apply
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, applicants MUST apply electronically via ERA.
For more information, visit this link https://tz.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/
Required Documents:
To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and
transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing
date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or
the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in
disqualification for this position.
All Applicants:
• Secondary School Certificate
• Certificate in Telecommunications, Electronics/Electrical, Data Communication/Networking, IT/Computer Science
• Proof of Citizenship
• Residency and/or Work Permit
• Other Documents
Eligible Family Member Applicants:
• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)
Next Steps:
Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Tanzania.
About
Announcement Number:
DaresSalaam-2024-019
Hiring Agency:
Embassy Dar Es Salaam
Position Title:
Public Health Specialist (HIV Prevention Branch Chief) (CDC) (All Interested Candidates)
Open Period:
04/16/2024 – 04/30/2024
Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone:
GMT+3
Series/Grade:
LE – 0550 12
Salary:
TZS TSh143,254,617 /Per Year
Work Schedule:
Full-time – 40HRS PER WEEK
Promotion Potential:
LE-12
Duty Location(s):
1 Vacancy in
Dar Es Salaam, TZ
Telework Eligible:
No
For More Info:
HR Section
255-22-229 4148
usembdarhiring@groups.state.gov
Overview
Hiring Path:
• Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
All Interested Applicants / All Sources
Security Clearance Required:
Public Trust – Background Investigation
Appointment Type
Permanent
Appointment Type Details:
Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
Marketing Statement:
We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
Summary:
The U.S. Mission in Dar es Salaam is seeking eligible and qualified
applicants for the position of Public Health Specialist (HIV Prevention
Branch Chief) at CDC.
Supervisory Position:
Yes
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
No
Travel Required:
Occasional Travel
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OCCASIONAL TRAVEL
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Duties
Incumbent serves as principal advisor to the Associate Director of
Programs and provides leadership in the design, implementation,
coordination, and evaluation of a broad range of HIV prevention
activities. Incumbent serves a liaison between USG and senior Tanzanian
government officials and provides key recommendations on Tanzania’s
policy environment and the best practices, strategies, and interventions
in accordance with Tanzania’s National HIV/TB Care and Treatment
Guidelines and aligning them with WHO guidelines for HIV prevention
interventions.
Job holder’s duties include technical support, advice and guidance,
day-to-day program and administrative management, supervision of the HIV
Prevention Branch staff, and coordination and collaboration with
colleagues of other agencies and public health entities that administer
President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)-funded programs in
Tanzania. The job requires public health technical expert knowledge,
results-oriented analytical skills, advocacy, and constant and clear
communication with implementing partners, non-governmental organizations
(NGOs), and high-level host country ministries responsible for public
health programs.
CLICK HERE FOR MAJOR DUTIES DESCRIPTION: https://uploads.mwp.mprod.getusinfo.com/uploads/sites/72/2024/03/MAJOR-DUTIES-PHS-HIV-Prevention-Branch-Chief.pdf (PDF 139KB)
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Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 5 years of experience in medical practice or
medical oversight of programs for the delivery of patient care, with at
least 2 years’ experience in a specialized area of care related to
infectious diseases, delivery of public health services or he prevention
of infectious diseases. Two (2) additional years of experience at the
supervisory level with multiple staff is required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Comprehensive knowledge of current HIV-related issues, program design of HIV prevention programs, and knowledge of implementation and evaluation is required. In-depth knowledge of HIV/AIDS prevention, clinical services, counselling and interventions, behavior change, testing, and treatment is required. Detailed knowledge of the host government health care system and structures including familiarity with MOH leadership, policies, program priorities and regulations is required. In-depth specialist knowledge of USG HIV/AIDS public health programs, strategies, methods, processes, and techniques used to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate results of clinical services programs is required. Good working knowledge of team management techniques to plan, organize and direct multi-disciplinary activities is required. Good working knowledge of overall administrative requirements, budgeting, workplans and fiscal management in support of contracts/cooperative agreements/grants/purchase requisitions is required.
Education Requirements:
Degree of Doctor of Medicine (MD) licensed to practice general medicine
with post graduate training in internal medicine or pediatrics or
infectious diseases or public health or epidemiology, or Doctor of
Philosophy (PhD) degree from an accredited university in medicine,
public health, or epidemiology, is required.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: Level IV (fluency – speaking/reading/writing, including
medical terminology) of English language is required. Level IV (fluency –
speaking/reading/writing, including medical terminology) of Kiswahili
language is required. This may be tested.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Diversity Equality and Inclusion Statement:
The US Mission to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania values a workforce of different backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all, and we invite applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Qualifications:
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
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Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:
Agency Benefits:
Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and
Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in (insert
post and/or country name) may receive a compensation package that may
include health, separation, and other benefits.
For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring
preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order
listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants
accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so
may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a
hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
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How to Apply
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, applicants MUST apply electronically via ERA.
For more information, visit this link https://tz.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/
Required Documents:
To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and
transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing
date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or
the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in
disqualification for this position.
All Applicants:
• PHD Certificate And Transcript or
• Postgraduate Degree Certificate And Transcript
• Medical Degree (MD) Certificate And Transcript
• Proof of Citizenship
• Work Permit
Eligible Family Member Applicants:
• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)
Read Also:
Next Steps:
Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Dar Es Salaam – Tanzania.
