The Tanzania Tourist Board (TTB) is
a Government organization established under the Tanzania Tourist Board Act, CAP
364, and R.E. 2002 of the Laws of Tanzania. The main functions of the Board
include the promotion of Destination Tanzania, encouraging tourism development,
and fostering an understanding within Tanzania of the importance and economic
benefits of the tourism industry. The Board as an equal opportunity employer is
looking for suitably qualified
Tanzanian Citizens to fill the
following vacancy:-
TOURISM INFORMATION OFFICER GRADE II
(1 POST)
Required qualifications:
Holder of University Degree in
Tourism Management or Hospitality from any recognized Universities /
Institutions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
i)To respond to specific information
enquiries from stakeholders;
ii) To provide a range of
information on local tourism attractions;
iii) To guide tourists to hotels,
national parks and other tourist destinations;
iv) To maintain and update records
of tourist hotel rates and bookings, transport systems and other necessary
tourist facilities;
v) To assist visitors with accessing
and utilising Information Technology facilities available in the tourist
information centre;
vi) Assist in collecting information
and updating of tourism publications;
vii) To participate in promotional
campaigns such as promotional trips, joint publicity campaigns, educational
tours, tourism fairs, etc.; and
viii) To perform any other duties as
shall be assigned from time to time by the Superior;
Remuneration
A competitive remuneration package
commensurate with experiences and qualifications will be
provided which is within Tanzania
Tourist Board salary scale (TTBS) 4.
NB:
GENERAL CONDITIONS
i) All applicants must be Citizens
of Tanzania and not above 45 years old;
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ii) All applicants must attach an
updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) showing reliable
Contact (postal address, e-mail
address and telephone numbers);
iii) Applicants must attach their
detailed relevant certified copies of Academic
Certificates:
·Postgraduate/
Degree/Advance Diploma/Diploma Certificates;
·Postgraduate/Degree/Advance
Diploma/Diploma Transcripts;
·Form
IV and VI National Examination Certificates;
·Computer
Certificate;
·One
recent passport size picture and birth certificate;
·Reference
letters from three (3) work-related referees.
Note that, Testimonials, Partial
Transcript and Result Slips will not be accepted.
iv)Presentation of any forged
documents and any other information in the CV will Necessitate legal action;
v) Applicants should indicate three
reputable referees with their reliable Contacts details;
vi) Academic Certificates from
foreign bodies for Ordinary Level Education should be certified by The National
Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA);
vii) Applicants for entry position
currently employed in the Public Service should not apply; they have to comply
with Government Circular No. CAC.45/257/01/D/140 dated on 30th
November, 2010;
viii) Academic Certificates from
foreign Universities/Institutions should be verified by The Tanzania Commission
for Universities (TCU);
ix) Only short listed applicants
will be informed on a date for interview;
x) Deadline for application is 17th August,
2015;
xi) Application letters (sealed)
should be posted to the following address:-
The Managing Director,
Tanzania Tourist Board,
Samora Avenue / Azikiwe Streat,
IPS Building, Third Floor,
P. O. Box 2485,
DAR ES SALAAM.
