The Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences (CUHAS), owned by the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC), provides training for over 3,500 students. CUHAS is currently running programmes in Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Master of Medicine (MMed), Master of Public Health (MPH), Master of Science in Pediatric Nursing (MSc.PN), Master of Science in Clinical Microbiology and Diagnostic Molecular Biology (MSc. CMDMB), Master of Science in Epidemiology and Biostatistics (MSc. EB), Doctor of Medicine (MD), Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm), Bachelor of Science in Nursing Education (BSc.NED), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc.N), Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (BMLS), Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy (BSc.MIR), Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences (DPS), Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (DMLS) and Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography (DDR). CUHAS is looking for highly qualified and motivated individuals to fill the following positions:Work Placement Program
18 Job Vacancies at Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences (CUHAS) 2025/2026
1. Department of Finance
Position: Bursar – 1 Post
Overall Purpose of the Job
To provide overall leadership in strategic planning and budgeting, financial reporting, effective management of financial resources including budget, control and utilization of financial resources to achieve the objectives of the University. In addition, he/she shall provide technical guidance on all matters related to financial, investments and compliance on the CUHAS signed agreement with partners, taxation laws and the subgrantees working with CUHAS.
Key Roles and Responsibilities Please note that this job posting outlines the primary responsibilities of the role. It does not define or limit the specific tasks that may be assigned. This document is not intended to be a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and amend this document at any time.
Operational Plan and Budgeting
Coordinate the preparation of annual University operational plans and budget, including issuing guidelines, templates and orienting them.
Undertakes quality check and work with other department/units in reviewing departmental/units’ budget as well as project specific budgets.
Consolidate University budget and prepare related Council paper for presenting to the Management team, Finance Committee and University Councils.
Budget Implementation and Monitoring
Review and recommend to the DVC – PFA approval of budgets and expenditures before entering the accounting system.
Oversee the implementation of CUHAS financial policies and all related University and project budgets.
Provide guidance, track and monitor financial expenditures and ensuring they are within the approved budget.
Short and Long-term strategic plans
Work closely with Investment Manager to identify opportunities and solutions for managing short-term and long-term investments to maximize earning potential.
Coordinate development of CUHAS Endowment fund strategic plan including policies, guidelines and ensuring its implementation for University Sustainability.
Financial Policies, Systems and Procedures
Coordinate development/review of financial policies and procedures and ensure adherence to policies, guidelines, procedures, and systems to safeguard the financial resources of the University.
Coordinate issuing of financial guidelines/circulars to mitigate risks of financial loss.
Review and updates financial related policies to meet changing internal and external needs.
Develop/Review strategies for managing and improving the overall financial systems of the University particularly the electronic integrated financial management system (ERP).
Work closely with DVC A&F to oversee financial and accounting systems controls and standards for prompt and efficient financial practice and reporting.
Ensure strong system of internal controls is kept at university to ensure accurate reporting of transactions as well as the safeguarding of University Assets.
Ensure the University adhere to all requirements related to audits, taxation and other legal frameworks on financial and compliance matters.
Financial Reporting
Ensure timely and efficient reporting on university spending and income.
Prepare financial reports of the University and ensure timely submission to DVC PFA.
Prepares Quarterly and Annual Financial reports and submit to DVC PFA, Management team and Councils.
Oversee the preparation and operationalization of the Annual financial closure plan and lead the process from preparations to approval stage of all audited financial statements as required by university policies and guidelines.
Subordinates Effectiveness
Review/Develop clear succession plan of direct reporting finance staff.
Supervise and evaluate performance of direct reports within the department and ensure professionalism and appropriate finance management.
Develops subordinates through coaching and other means to sharpen the skills of direct reports and motivates the finance team to increase productivity.
Qualifications and Experience
Holder of Master’s Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or its equivalent from a recognized University/ Institution.
Professional accountancy qualification such as CPA (T), ACCA or its equivalent.
Minimum of six years’ work experience in a similar position in a reputable organization/ institution; preferably in higher learning institution.
Strategic mindset with ability to lead, inspire and achieve results in a challenging context.
Demonstrated managerial, supervisory and leadership skills.
Expert knowledge, skills and experience in principles and practices of international accounting and financial management.
Excellent knowledge of and skills in the use of integrated IT accounting systems (e.g. Sage and other accounting packages).
Strong skills in the area of Office packages in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
2. Directorate of Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
Position: Director of Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
Main purpose of the job To plan, coordinate and develop the provision and delivery of information services technology to meet communications, information processing, storage and retrieval needs of the University to enhance the cost-effective delivery of the academic and administrative services objectives. Management of information and to advise the University Community on the adoption of IT standards, strategies, and policies to improve the university technology performance and data security.
Key Roles and Responsibilities Please note that this job posting outlines the primary responsibilities and role. It does not define or limit the specific tasks that may be assigned. This document is not intended to be a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and amend these responsibilities at any time. The key responsibilities include but not limited to:
Provide leadership and management to the ICT team to ensure smooth operations of all technological systems and functions.
Establish and monitor achievement of individual, sectional and directorate performance objectives.
Advise on development and implementation of IT strategies and long-term IT plans as an integral part of the
University’s academic and administrative activities to enhance efficiency, cost effective delivery of services, communications and utilisation of resources.
Advise on technical policy issues affecting utilisation of IT solutions and the type of hardware, network and software platforms and protocols to be used by the University to provide long-term cost-effective technologies to enhance the delivery of reliable academic and administrative services.
Prepare draft capital and recurrent expenditure budgets for approval, controls and authorises expenditure against approve budget, monitors expenditure against budget accounts for variances to ensure maximum return on all technological investments.
Identify, evaluate and recommend appropriate technical standards for information technology components of the University to ensure overall connectivity and maintenance.
Initiate, coordinate and manage IT feasibility studies to determine IT development proposals and prepares detailed project specifications for inclusion in tender documentation; carries out technical evaluation of tenders for submission of IT projects, hardware, software, etc and recommends acceptance of tenders.
Establish, recommend, implement and evaluate new IT technologies and operational procedures to ensure availability and reliability of network, data integrity and security, and access control to improve efficiency and productivity.
Establish and enforce security and data protection protocols to prevent cyber-attacks and data breaches.
Advise on information and communication access and security issues to ensure that protection and security of information is consistent with the needs of the university community and freedom of information.
Design and ensure implementation of appropriate disaster preparation plans and data recovery to protect data and information.
Initiate consultative fora to stimulate interest in IT development and appropriate responses to end-user requirements.
Establish appropriate professional structures, personnel and training programmes to enhance the capability and understanding of end-users in Information Technology, and specific applications to maximise utilisation of available technology and end-user demand for development.
Liaise with local, regional and international communication providers to ensure that the University Community’s information driven communication needs are met.
Ensure the availability and reliability of all technological systems and infrastructure (hardware, software, and network systems) to ensure its optimum performance by:
Managing the technical support of application software.
Participation in software and hardware selections.
On-going market surveys and upgrading of software in accordance with licence agreements.
Organise and co-ordinate end-user support services by establishing and supervision of appropriate roles, contacts with suppliers and maintenance contract conditions. Ensures that adequate technical support is available at all times to provide service excellence to end-users.
Qualifications and Experience
Holder of Master’s degree or equivalent in Computer Sciences, Information Technology, Data Management or its equivalent from a recognized University/ Institution.
Certification in Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified Systems Developer (MCSD), or
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
Minimum of three years’ work experience in a similar position in a reputable organization/ institution (preferably in an academic environment).
Experience in the development and operation of wide range of communications and business-related applications WAN & LAN network development and management, and IT project management.
Experience in the management of professional staff and budgetary control is also essential.
Strategic mindset with ability to lead, inspire and achieve results in a challenging context.
Demonstrated managerial, supervisory and leadership skills.
Excellent knowledge of and skills in the use of integrated IT accounting systems, HR and Payroll packages, Students information systems etc. (e.g. Sage and Norming, OSMI).
3. The Weill Bugando School of Medicine
3.1. Lecturers
Department of General Surgery – 1 Post
Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma – 2 Posts
Department of Critical Care/Anaesthesia – 2 Posts
Department of Radiology – 2 Posts
Qualifications
A holder of a Master of Medicine (MMed) or equivalent degree with a GPA of 4 and above or with an average of B+ grade from a recognized Institution plus a GPA of 3.5 and above from the undergraduate studies. Must be registered by respective Council/Board.
Teaching experience of 2 years is an added advantage.
General Attributes
Adherence to professional ethic and conduct.
Ability to design set, administer and supervise different assessment items.
Ability to recognize students having difficulties, intervene and provide help and support.
Ability to mark student scripts and course work assessment items and provide feedback.
Computer skills and application.
Ability to prepare and deliver own teaching materials.
Potential to be a good role model and steer students towards dedication to learning, creativity and problem solving.
Ability to carry out independent research and provide feedback.
Ability to supervise research and other knowledge generating and development activities.
Adaptability, Flexible and stress resistant.
Personal organization and planning skills.
Ability to work in a team and independently.
Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities
Main purpose of the post
Effective teaching.
Knowledge advancement through research.
Delivery of quality services.
Effective realisation of the institution’s mission.
 3.2. Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Assistant Lecturer – Pharmaceutical Microbiology – 1 Post
Qualifications
A holder of a Master’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Master of Science in Clinical Microbiology and
Diagnostic Molecular Biology or equivalent degree with a GPA of 4 or with an average of B+ grade from a recognized
Institution plus a GPA of 3.5 and above from the undergraduate studies. Must be registered by respective Council/Board.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conducting lectures, seminars, tutorials and practical sessions for undergraduate programmes.
Assisting senior staff in practical sessions, seminars and tutorials for postgraduate programmes as part of their learning and building capacities in various aspects of.
Preparing case studies.
Working in co-operation with senior members of staff on specific projects.
Supervising special projects for undergraduate students.
Conducting and publishing research results.
Assisting in writing teaching manuals and compendia.
Attending workshops, conferences and symposia.
Carrying out any other duties that may be assigned by a relevant authority.
4. The School of Public Health
4.1. Department of Community Medicine/ Environmental and Occupational Health
Lecturer – 1 Post
Qualifications
A holder of a PhD or equivalent degree with a Master’s Degree in Community Medicine or Environmental and
Occupational Health or equivalent degree and a GPA of 4 or with an average of B+ grade from a recognized
Institution plus a GPA of 3.5 and above from the undergraduate studies. Must be registered by respective Council/Board.
Teaching experience of 2 years is an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conducting lecturers, tutorials, seminars and practical for undergraduate and Master’s programmes.
Carrying out field supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Mentoring junior staff in all relevant matters.
Participating in curriculum development.
Participating in developing and managing various university projects.
Undertaking research and publishing research results.
Carrying out community/outreach services including promoting linkages with industry.
Undertaking consultancy services.
Preparing teaching manuals and compendia.
Supervising undergraduate student projects.
Attending/organizing workshops, conferences and symposia.
Undertaking any other duties that may be assigned by a relevant authority.
4.2. Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Assistant Lecturer – 1 Post
Qualifications
A holder of a Master’s Degree in Biostatistics/Applied Statistics/Medical Statistics/Statistics/Epidemiology or equivalent degree with a GPA of 4 or with an average of B+ grade from a recognized Institution plus a GPA of 3.5 and above from the undergraduate studies. Must be registered by respective Council/Board.
Teaching experience of 2 years is an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conducting lecturers, tutorials, seminars and practical for undergraduate and Master’s programmes.
Carrying out field supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Mentoring junior staff in all relevant matters.
Participating in curriculum development.
Participating in developing and managing various university projects.
5. Archbishop Anthony Mayala School of Nursing
5.1. Department of Clinical Nursing
Lecturer – 1 Post
Qualifications
A holder of a PhD or equivalent degree with a Master’s Degree in Nursing or equivalent degree and a GPA of 4 or with an average of B+ grade from a recognized Institution with a GPA of 3.5 and above from the undergraduate studies. Must be registered by respective Council/Board. Teaching experience of 2 years is an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conducting lecturers, tutorials, seminars and practical for undergraduate and Master’s programmes.
Carrying out field supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Mentoring junior staff in all relevant matters.
Participating in curriculum development.
Participating in developing and managing various university projects.
Undertaking research and publishing research results.
Carrying out community/outreach services including promoting linkages with industry.
6. Institute of Allied Health Sciences
6.1. Tutors
School of Medical Laboratory Sciences (1 post)
School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (1 post)
School of Diagnostic Radiography (4 posts)
Qualifications
A Holder of a Bachelor Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences/ Pharmacy/ Medical Imaging or equivalent qualifications with a score of at least B in the relevant subject with a GPA of 3.5 and above. Must be registered by respective Council/Board.
Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching diploma students.
Prepares materials and equipment required for practical exercises and class sessions.
Conducting practical exercises for students in the department under close supervision.
Assist in all technical duties requiring a higher degree of planning, design and organizes practical for diploma and undergraduate students.
Assist in research and development activities including consultancy activities.
How To Apply
Interested candidates should send the application letter, curriculum vitae (CV), photocopies of certificates and transcripts, names and valid addresses (including phone numbers and emails) of three (3) credible referees.
All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania.
Applications must be typed in English.
For applicants with foreign certificates, a recognition by TCU must be attached.
For applicants sending their applications through email, all documents must be attached as one PDF document.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The deadline is Friday 30th January, 2026 at 04:30 pm.
Applications must be addressed and sent to:
VICE CHANCELLOR,
CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES (CUHAS),
P.O. BOX 1464,
MWANZA, TANZANIA.
Or E-Mail to: recruitment@cuhas.ac.tz
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