DODOMA URBAN WATERSUPPLY
AND SEWERAGE AUTHORITYTEL: 026 – 2324245 Website: www.duwasa.or.tz P.O. BOX 431
FAX:
026 - 2320060 E-mail:duwasatz@yahoo.com DODOMA
JOB VACANCIES
Dodoma Urban Water supply and Sewerage
Authority (DUWASA) was established under section 3(I) of Cap. 272 of 1997 as
repealed by section 60 of Watersupply and Sanitation Act No. 12 of 2009. DUWASA
is charged with the overall responsibility of operations and management of
Watersupply and sanitation services in Dodoma
urban within the Municipality. Applications are invited from suitably
qualified, dynamic, experienced and performance driven Tanzanians, male and
female, to fill in excellent carrier opportunities.
1.0
MAINTENANCE AND
LOGISTICS ENGINEER – One post
1.1 Required Qualifications:
Holder of a Degree in
Electromechanical/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent from a
recognized institution with at least three (3) years of working experience on
the same capacity from a reputable organization. Those with either high managerial
interpersonal skills and Registered with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB)
will be highly considered. Computer
skills are essential.
1.2 Duties and
Responsibilities
1.2.1 Carry
out regular/routine inspection of pumps, machines, motor vehicles and equipment
according to the laid down proceeds, time schedule and established official
check list.
1.2.2 Ensuring that plants, machines, equipments
and motor vehicles are repaired professionally.
1.2.3
Liaise with TANESCO to ensure constant power supply to the water production and
distribution systems and ensure immediate repair and restoration of power
whenever failure occurs.
1.2.4 Assess and
recommend replacement needs for plants, machines, motor
vehicles or their parts whenever their
respective performances have
decreased.
1.2.5 Performing any
other duties as may be assigned by the Technical Manager.
2.0 PLANNING AND DESIGN ENGINEER II– One post
2.1 Required
Qualifications
Holder of a Degree/Advance Diploma in Civil/ Sanitary Engineering from
recognized institution and registered as professional engineer with Engineers
Registration Board (ERB) of Tanzania with at least three (3) years working experience as an
engineer in water sector.Computer literate in Network design by using CAD,
Microsoft Windows is an added advantage.
2.2 Duties and Responsibilities.
2.2.1 Investigate priority areas in need of Watersupply
distribution networks.
2.2.2 Timely preparation of monthly, quarterly,
semi-annually and annually progress as
per signed Memorandum of Understanding between DUWASA and Ministry of Water and
EWURA.
2.2.3
Supervise
construction of watersupply projects and document all projects implemented by
the Authority.
2.2.4
Supervise
implementation of construction works and ensure that such works comply with
design parameters and set standards.
2.2.5
Perform
any other duties as may be assigned by the Planning and Design Engineer (PDE).
3.0 WATER
PRODUCTION ENGINEER II (MZAKWE STATION) -One post
3.1 Required Qualifications
Holder of a Degree/Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering/Sanitary/
Electrical/Mechanical Engineering and registered as a professional engineer
with Engineer’s Registration Board of Tanzania with at least three (3) years working experience as an
engineer in water production and treatment works.
3.2 Duties and Responsibilities
3.2.1 Monitoring water quality and quantity from
boreholes and water distribution system and ensuring compliance with the
prescribed standards for drinking water.
3.2.2
Ensuring
that the water laboratory adequately equipped with water testing equipment and
reagents and is manned by qualified and experienced staff.
3.2.3
Conducting
daily analysis of operation and working conditions of surface pumps,
submersible pumps and associated electromechanical equipment to identify
necessary changes to achieve and maintain optimal operations and assess the
replacement needs for pumps and electromechanical equipment.
3.2.4
Ensuring
that there is adequate and proper storage of chemicals and other stocks related
to water production.
3.2.5
Performing
any other duties as may be assigned by the Water Production Engineer.
4.0 PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER II - One post
4.1
Required Qualifications
Holder
of a Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, International Relations,
Marketing Communication, Public Relations & Advertising, or any other
approved equivalent qualification by recognized institution with at least one
(1) year working experience as Public Relations Officer from a reputable
organization. Knowledge in Web Design and strong command of both spoken and
written English and Swahili is essential.
4.2 Duties and Responsibilities:
4.2.1 Taking minutes during meetings between Board of
Directors and all staff.
4.2.2 Reading bulk flow water meters and pressure
gauges daily, compiling information/data and present them to Head of Public
Relations Unit including the detection of major points where water is
lost and advice accordingly.
4.2.3
Disseminating notices of
interruptions of Watersupply for maintenance purposes and information
concerning water tariffs, water consumption and conservation, demand
management, hygiene education, and utility performance to customers, recording
and following up on customers’ complaints.
4.2.4
Making sure that the image of Duwasa to the
public is always positive
4.2.5
Performs
any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Public Relations Unit.
5.0 LEGAL ASSISTANT-One post
5.1 Required
Qualifications
Holder of an ordinary
Diploma in Law from a recognized college with at least two years working
experience in legal practice in any reputable legal firm within Tanzania.
Should posses’ attributes of managed person utility and behavior, problems
solving/leadership/ planning skills and organizing skills.
5.2 Main Duties and Responsibilities:
5.2.1 Plan and formulates legal defense and
prosecution strategies for cases in
which DUWASA has interest.
5.2.2
Combating
all illegal issues pertaining to the improper use of water by customers.
5.2.3
Handles
administers and advises on leases, tenancies and general countersigning
matters.
5.2.4
Drafting
and enforcing all legal contracts
between DUWASA and customers
5.2.5
Assist
the Management to liaise with the High Court and Courts subordinate, various
institutions, Government Ministries and Department on legal matters.
5.2.6
Performs
any other duties as he/she may be assigned by Supervisor.
6.0 CIVIL TECHNICIAN - One post
6.1 Required Qualifications
Holder of FTC or a
Diploma in Civil/Sanitary/Water resources engineering from a recognized Technical College with three (3) years working experience
as Technician in Watersupply and Sewerage works. Considerable technical knowledge of drafting
techniques, surveying and related engineering practices, procedures, materials
and tools, including working knowledge of computer assisted drafting (CAD)
principles and techniques. Should have supervisory skills/qualities. Should be
ready to work in extra hours under minimum supervision.
6.2
Duties and
Responsibilities:
6.2.1 Planning, design and supervising
construction of watersupply and Sewerage structures and buildings.
6.2.2 Preparing bills of quantities and estimates
for water and Sewerage structures and buildings.
6.2.3 Draft by hand and using computer-aided
drafting/mapping software.
6.2.4 Organize, prepare layout, prepare complete
project plans for water and
Sewer Works.
6.2.5 Performing any other duties as may be
assigned by the Head of planning and design unit.
7.0 ELECTRICAL
TECHNICIAN-One post
7.1 Required
Qualifications
Form IV/VI Certificate with FTC/Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a
recognized Technical
College with at least one
(1) year working experience as a Technician in the Operation and maintenance of
electrical works.
7.2 Duties and
Responsibilities
7.2.1 To
carry out regular electrical inspection and maintenance for all electrical
motors and control circuits for all booster stations.
7.2.2 To prepare weekly report for pumps and motors
in all booster stations.
7.2.3 To carry out inspection and testing for new
installed electrical equipment as well as making addition installation to the
existing one where necessary.
7.2.4 Ensuring that all pump motors are equipped
with protection device to protect
motors from being damaged with electrical shock or fluctuation.
7.2.5 Performing any other duties as may be
assigned by the Maintenance and Logistic Engineer.
8.0 MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN (MZAKWE STATION)-One
post
8.1 Required
Qualifications
Form IV/VI Certificate with FTC/Diploma in Mechanical/Motor Vehicles
Maintenance Engineering from a recognized Technical College
with at least three (3) years working experience as a Technician in maintenance
of mechanical works and motor vehicles.
8.2
Duties and Responsible:
8.2.1
Carrying
out preventive maintenance of both submersible and surface pumps according to
the schedule.
8.2.2
Carrying
out all repairs (including emergencies) of submersible and surface pumps as the
breakdown occurs.
8.2.3
To
ensure all electromechanical equipment at all pumping stations are in good and
proper operative condition all the time.
8.2.4
Performing
any other duties as may be assigned by the Maintenance and Logistic Engineer.
9.0 PUMP
MECHANICS-One post
9.1 Required
Qualifications
Form IV/VI Certificate with FTC/Diploma in pump mechanics from a
recognized Technical
College with at least one
(1) year working experience as a Technician in the Operation and maintenance of
pump works.
9.2 Duties and
Responsible:
9.2.1 Carrying out maintenance and repair of submersible
pumps, surface pumps and motors professionally.
9.2.2
Ensuring
that preventive maintenance schedule for all pumps and motors is prepared and
followed accordingly.
9.2.3
Completing
job cards for every maintained and repaired submersible pumps, surface pumps
and motors
9.2.4
Using
established official checklist when carrying out Mechanical Inspection.
9.2.5
Proper
keep of pumps and motors.
9.2.6
Making
sure that all pumps and motors are in good working condition all the time.
9.2.7
Performing
any other duties as may be assigned by the Mechanical Technician.
ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES FOR MAINTENANCE AND LOGISTICS ENGINEER,PLANNING
AND DESIGN ENGINEER II,WATER PRODUCTION ENGINEER II,PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER II AND LEGAL
ASSISTANT.
·
Strong
relationship building, communication, and problem solving/analytical skills.
·
Must
be able to articulate ideas clearly and concisely to staff at all levels
·
Must
have strong advising skills, comprehensive understanding of HR principles, in –
depth knowledge of employment laws and experience in resolving employee
relations issues.
·
Excellent
interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
·
Ability
to work independently and collaborate in a team.
·
Able
to work under pressure and in extra hours
·
Knowledge
in ICT is essential.
10.0 TERMS
OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THE POSTS
Permanent and
pensionable.
11.0
AGE LIMIT FOR THE APPLICANTS
Applicants preferably
are between 25 – 40 years of age.
12.0 REMUNARATIONS:
The posts carry attractive
remunerations package subject to work professional experience and
qualifications.
13.0 MODE OF
APPLICATION
Letter of application
accompanied by a detailed CV, Photocopies of relevant certificates; names and
addresses of three referees, day contact telephone numbers and postal address
should reach the under mentioned address before
or on November 15, 2011:
The Managing
Director,
Dodoma
Urban Water Supply and Sewerage Authority,
P.O. Box 431,
Tel: 026
– 2324245. Fax: 026 – 2320060,
DODOMA
E-mail:duwasatz@yahoo.com
NB:
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEW; AND THOSE WHO WILL NOT HEAR FROM
US SHOULD CONSIDER THEMSELVES UNSUCCESFUL CANDIDATES.
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THIS ADVERT IS ALSO
AVAILABLE AT DUWASA WEBSITE: www.duwasa.or.tz
“Tanzanian Women are highly encouraged to apply”