Job Vacancies at SUMAIT University January 2020

The Abdulrahman Al-Sumait University (SUMAIT University) was built on the foundation of
the former University College of Education Zanzibar (CEZ) established in 1998 by a Kuwait
based charity organization, Direct Aid. As part of our expansion programme, SUMAIT
University invites qualified Tanzanians and non Tanzanians to fill various academic and
administrative vacant posts as follows:

Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer (Clinical Psychology):
Job title: Clinical Psychology
Duty station: SUMAIT University
Reporting to: Dean of Social Science

Roles & Responsibilities
 To teach Diploma, Undergraduate and post graduate students.
 To conduct seminars and tutorials.
 To do research and publish in the areas of specialization
 Any other duties as may be assigned by the university.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required
 Preferably with a PhD
 Master degree with GPA not less than 4 out or 5 or equivalent in the same
discipline.
 Bachelor degree with GPA not less 3.5 out of 5 or equivalent in the same discipline.

Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer Education Psychology:
Job title: Education Psychology
Duty station: SUMAIT University
Reporting to: Dean of Education

Roles & Responsibilities
 To teach Diploma, Undergraduate and post graduate students
 To conduct seminars and tutorials
 To do research and publish in the areas of specialization
 Any other duties as may be assigned by the university.
Knowledge, skills and abilities required
 Preferably with a PhD
 Master degree with GPA not less than 4 out or 5 or equivalent in the same
discipline.
 Bachelor degree with GPA not less 3.5 out of 5 or equivalent in the same discipline.

Assistant Lecturer (Business Administration Lecturers)
Job title: Business Administration
Duty station: SUMAIT University
Reporting to: Dean of Social science

Roles & Responsibilities
 To teach Undergraduate students, Diploma and Certificates students
 To conduct seminars and Tutorials
 To do research and publish in the areas of specialization
 Any other duties as may be assigned by the university.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required
 Master degree with GPA not less than 4 out or 5 or equivalent qualifications in the
same discipline.
 Bachelor degree with GPA not less 3.5 out of 5 or equivalent qualifications in the
same discipline.

Tutor in Accountancy
Job title: Tutor in Accountancy
Duty station: SUMAIT University
Reporting to: Director, Centre for Professional and Continuing Education

Roles & Responsibilities
 To teach Diploma and Certificates students
 To conduct seminars and Tutorials
 Any other duties as may be assigned or directed by supervisor.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required
 Bachelor degree in Accounting with good GPA or equivalent qualifications in the
same discipline.
 Those with CBET certificate are encouraged to apply
 Two years of experience teaching in vocational training programs

Tutor in Logistic & Chain Supply Management
Job title: Tutor in Logistic & Chain Supply Management
Duty station: SUMAIT University
Reporting to: Director, Centre for Professional and Continuing Education

Roles & Responsibilities
 To teach Diploma and Certificates students
 To conduct seminars and Tutorials
 Any other duties as may be assigned by director/supervisor.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required
 Bachelor degree in Logistic and Chain Supply Management with good GPA or
equivalent qualifications in the same discipline.
 Those with CBET certificate are encouraged to apply
 Two years of experience teaching in vocational training programs

Quality Assurance Officer
Job title: Quality Assurance Officer
Duty station: SUMAIT University
Reporting to: DVC (Administration and Finance)

Quality Assurance Officer will lead the development, implementation and review of the
University’s quality assurance systems and processes in taught courses and research
degrees. QAO shall ensure that the University products and services meet and maintain set
standards to achieve Mission and Vision of the university.

Roles & Responsibilities
 To oversee active role in ensuring that quality assurance and enhancement activities
and issues throughout the University.
 To play an active role in ensuring that quality assurance and enhancement issues
are appropriately considered throughout the University.
 To devise procedures to inspect and report quality assurance issues
 To supervise and guide inspectors, technicians and other staff
 To appraise customers’ requirements and make sure they are satisfied
 To report all malfunctions to production executives to ensure immediate action
 To facilitate proactive solutions by collecting and analyzing quality data
 To review current standards and policies

Knowledge, skills and abilities required
 Holder of BSc/BA in Business Administration, Quality Assurance, Statistics, Project
Management, IT or equivalent from a recognized Institution. Candidates with a
Master degree could add value to the post.
 Candidates with Quality Management certificates are encouraged to apply
 Proven experience as a quality assurance staff or relevant role
 Thorough knowledge of methodologies of quality assurance and standards
 Excellent numerical skills and understanding of data collection and analysis/statistical
methods
 Good knowledge of MS Office and databases
 Outstanding communication skills

Internal Audit Officer
Job title: Internal Audit Officer
Duty station: SUMAIT University
Reporting to: Board of Trustee

The Internal Auditor Officer has overall responsibility for the Internal Audit functions of the
University. The position is responsible for ensuring Internal Audit is closely aligned with
industry best practices in executing the duties across the University business and financial
service sector at large. Works to ensure roles, responsibilities, and results are efficiently
coordinated and collectively optimizing the effectiveness of risk management, control and
governance of the University.

Roles and Responsibilities
 To lead Internal Audit’s change initiatives by implementing action plans relating to
risk assessment and annual planning, audit execution, audit reporting, staff
recruitment and development, audit technology, and Audit Committee reporting.
 To lead Internal Audit’s annual risk assessment and enterprise risk assessment and
planning process to develop the audit plan and ensure the plan is responsive to and
aligned with the risk profile of the University.
 To oversee the execution of individual audits defined in the audit plan ensuring the
highest level of service quality and client satisfaction.
 To issue all Internal Audit reports ensuring the reports are clear, concise, identify root
causes with practical solutions, and ultimately provide value to management.
 To meet regularly with the Audit Committee to report the status of Internal Audit’s
ongoing monitoring activities, educate/inform the committee of emerging risks and/or
exposures (whether internal or external to the bank) that should be considered, and
serve as a “thought leader” with respect to risk management and internal control best
practices.
 To proactively inform senior management of significant risks or exposures related to
internal controls, compliance, and/or governance requiring prompt attention.

Knowledge and Skills:
 Knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards
 Knowledge of Accounting and Finance Principles and Practices
 Knowledge of a variety of reporting procedures, regulations and law
 Planning and Time Management
 Effective Communication and Human Relations skills
 Critical Thinking and Analysis
 Technology Proficient (excel, word, ACL, ability to learn new software)

Experience and Qualifications:
 Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting & Finance or other closely related field.
 Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required. Those with Certified Internal Audit
(CIA) or any other relevant professional qualification are encouraged to apply.
 A minimum of 3 or more years’ experience in auditing or managing finances of a
financial institution with at least three (3) years in a Management role.

Tutorial Assistant B (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).
Job title: Tutorial Assistant B (Physics, Chemistry, Biology).
Duty station: SUMAIT University
Reporting to: Head of Department

Roles & Responsibilities
 To teach Diploma, Certificates and support the Senior Lecturer in the Field
 To assist the preparation of conducting seminars and Tutorials programs
 Any other duties as may be assigned by the university.
Knowledge, skills and abilities required
 Bachelor of Science with GPA not less than 4. 5 out or 5 or equivalent in the same
discipline from SUMAIT University only

Assistant Network and Systems Administrator
Job title: Assistant Network Engineer
Duty station: SUMAIT University
Reporting to: IT Manager

Roles & Responsibilities
 Should have strong understanding of network infrastructure and network hardware
 Administer, and troubleshoot network devices including WAPs, firewalls, routers,
switches, and controllers
 Lead system administration on both Linux and Windows platforms, application
transport and network infrastructure protocols is highly desired
 Professional certification from Cisco and Microsoft will be an advantage
 Maintenance of ICT lab computers.
 Monitoring and supervising ICT labs

Knowledge, skills and abilities required
 Bachelor degree or Diploma in Information Technology or related field of study with a
network engineering focus.
 A minimum of two years’ experience in the field is paramount.
 A self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team
environment.
 Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
 Dependable and flexible when necessary.

ICT Officer
Job title: ICT officer
Duty station: SUMAIT University
Reporting to: IT Manager

Roles & Responsibilities
 To create and manage university’s website
 To manage various system applications
 To create and manage spreadsheets with large numbers of figures
 To verify data by comparing it to source documents
 Update existing data
 Any ICT related tasks
Knowledge, skills and abilities required
 Bachelor degree or Diploma in Information Technology or related field of study with
focus on website.
 A minimum of two years’ experience in the field is paramount.
 A self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team
environment.
 Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
 Dependable and flexible when necessary.

Admission Officer
Job title: Admission officer
Duty station: SUMAIT University
Reporting to: Director of Admission and Registration

Roles & Responsibilities
 To process applications in accordance with admission procedures of the University
 To manage online admission system
 To deal with admission related queries from parents and students
 Any Admissions related tasks

Knowledge, skills and abilities required
 Bachelor degree or Diploma in Information Technology or related field of study with
strong administrative skills
 A minimum of two years’ experience in the field is paramount.
 IT knowledge is mandatory
 Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
 Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
 Dependable and flexible when necessary.

Laboratory Technician
Job title: Laboratory Technician
Duty station: SUMAIT University (Alhajiry Dispensary)
Reporting to: Head, Alhajiry Dispensary

A Laboratory Technician is the backbone of a lab scientific research. His/her work is almost
entirely laboratory-based and technicians may work alone or as part of a team of scientific
staff. They can work in most health and medical areas including forensics, health and
dispensary.

Roles & Responsibilities
 To provide information for patient’s diagnosis treatment by performing laboratory
tests.
 To maintain all medical equipment and materials.
 To report to the SUMAIT University Dispensary Doctor.
 To perform basic laboratory procedures such as testing specimen and record results.
 Performs any other duties that may be assigned to him or her by senior

Knowledge, skills and abilities required
 Holder of diploma in clinical laboratory or equivalent qualifications from a recognized
Institution.
 Three years of experience in Health Centre, Dispensary or other related areas.
 Fluent in English and Swahili (both written and spoken).
 Basic computer knowledge (Word and Excel) and skills in Lab information systems.
 Analytical approach to work and professionalism.

Mode of Application
Applicants should submit their applications supported by detailed Curriculum Vitae (C.V.), certified copies of their certificates, names and addresses of three non-relative referees who can be contacted for references.

Salary and Renummerations
SUMAIT University offers very attractive salary and remunerations according to the
University’s Salary Scales.
Deadline: 30/01/2020

Hand delivered application should reach Sumait University, Chukwani Street Zanzibar not
later than 3:30hrs on 31 January, 2020. Or you can send your application through:

Applications should be addressed to:
Vice Chancellor,
SUMAIT University,
P.O. Box 1933, Zanzibar.
Email at: [email protected]