The Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) started as the Dar es salaam medical school in 1963. The school then transformed into the faculty of medicine of the university of Dar es salaam that in 1991 was upgraded and became a college–the Muhimbili University College of Health Sciences (MUCHS). In 1996, the Faculty of Medicine that was upgraded to a constituent College of the University of Dar es Salaam, with the aim of nurturing it to a full-fledged university later on was merged with the Muhimbili hospital to create the Muhimbili Medical Centre (MMC).
Over the years MUCHS made significant achievements in terms of increased student enrollment and development of several new academic programmes. The Parliament Act No 9 of 1991 that established MUCHS was repealed in 2005 through the universities Act no 7 of 2005.Subsequently, in 2007Article 1 of the Charter of Incorporation established MUHAS; in line with the Universities act no 7 of 2005.
7 Job Vacancies at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Science (MUHAS) January 2026
1.0 MUHIMBILI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES (MUHAS) – PROJECT SUMMARY
This investment is leveraging on the capacity, local and international collaboration of Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Science (MUHAS) as a leading medical university in Tanzania, working closely with Ministry of Health (MoH) and Prime Minister Office, Regional Administration and Local Government (PMO-RALG). Over the years, MUHAS has been working as a policy platform contributing to various national health agendas, aligning with its mission to provide quality training, research, innovative solutions and services in health and related fields for the attainment of equitable socio-economic development of the Tanzanian community and beyond. MUHAS has a role of being a knowledge translation hub (KTH) to support health investment in Tanzania.
The main purpose of the MUHAS MoH Knowledge Translation Hub (MUHAS MOH KTH) will be to establish a responsive and sustainable platform that accelerates the translation of maternal, newborn, child, and neonatal health (MNCNH) evidence into impactful national policies and scaled programs.
DURATION OF THE PROJECT:
This project will be conducted for the period of thirty-six (36) months from November 2025 – 01 September 2028.
2 KNOWLEDGE TRANSLATION HUB (KTH) COORDINATOR – 1 POST
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(A) Ensures that the KTH is not a “parallel system,” but rather embedded in and reinforcing government structures, while also keeping communication smooth between all actors. Ability to design, set, administer and supervise different assessment items;
(i) Oversee planning, implementation, and reporting;
(ii) Liaise with Ministry of Health, PMO-RALG, Technical working groups (TWGs) implementing and development partners;
(iii) Manage team performance and timelines;
(iv) Ensure alignment with national MNCNH priorities;
(v) Facilitate high-level stakeholder engagements;
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
(i) A PhD in Maternal and Child Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Systems, Epidemiology, Global Health, or a related field from a recognized institution;
(ii) A clinical background (e.g., medicine, nursing, midwifery, or allied health sciences);
(iii) Additional training in knowledge translation, implementation science, health policy analysis, or monitoring and evaluation is desirable;
(iv) Minimum of 3 years’ experience in maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH) programs, health systems strengthening, research coordination, or policy-oriented initiatives;
(v) Demonstrated experience coordinating multi-stakeholder platforms, including government institutions, academic partners, development partners, and implementing organizations;
(vi) Proven experience in knowledge translation, evidence synthesis, policy briefs development, or facilitating policy dialogues;
(vii) Experience working with Government Ministries, particularly Ministries of Health, and familiarity with national policy and planning processes;
(viii) Familiarity with monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) approaches;
(ix) Excellent leadership, coordination, and facilitation skills;
(x) Strong written and verbal communication skills, including policy writing and presentation;
(xi) Ability to work effectively across academic, clinical, and policy environments;
3 ACCOUNTANT – 1 POST
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(A) Manage financial operations, budgeting, and compliance with institutional, national, and donor financial regulations.
(i) Prepare and manage annual and quarterly budgets;
(ii) Process payments, payroll, and reimbursements in compliance with national and development partners regulations;
(iii) Maintain financial records, ledgers, and reporting tools;
(iv) Support procurement planning and cost tracking;
(v) Prepare financial reports for both management and development partners;
(vi) Ensure compliance with audit, tax, and financial control procedures;
(vii) Advise the Hub coordinator on financial risks and sustainability.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
(i) Bachelor Degree or Advance Diploma in one of the following fields; Finance, Accounts, Commerce or Business Administration (majoring Finance, Accounts), from a recognized institution;
(ii) Professional accounting certification such as CPA (T), ACCA, or equivalent is highly desirable;
(iii) Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in financial management, accounting, or grants administration, preferably within research, academic, public health, or development programs;
(iv) Demonstrated experience managing donor-funded projects, including budget tracking, financial reporting, and compliance with donor regulations;
(v) Proven experience supporting internal and external audits, including preparation of audit documentation and response to audit queries;
(vi) Strong knowledge of financial management systems, accounting software, and Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel);
(vii) Familiarity with Government of Tanzania financial regulations, institutional financial policies (e.g., MUHAS), and donor financial guidelines;
4 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER – 1 POST
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(A) Provide day-to-day logistics, scheduling, and documentation.
(i) Manage office operations and procurement;
(ii) Schedule meetings and maintain hub calendar;
(iii) Handle travel, workshop logistics, and filing;
(iv) Assist in technical reports and distribution;
(v) Align with Hub coordinator and accountant to provide support as needed.
(B) Administrative and Office Support.
(i) Provide general administrative support to the KTH team, including filing, correspondence, and record management;
(ii) Maintain organized electronic and physical records of Hub documents, reports, and correspondence;
(iii) Manage office supplies, inventory, and equipment.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
(i) Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Personnel Management, Commerce or Business Administration (majoring in Human Resource Management), Industrial Relation, Public Administration from a recognized institution;
(ii) Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in an administrative or office management role, preferably within academic, public health, research, or development programs;
(iii) Experience supporting multi-stakeholder projects, meetings, and workshops;
(iv) Prior experience working in a university, research institution, government agency, or donor-funded program is an added advantage;
(v) Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other office management applications;
(vi) Familiarity with procurement, logistics, and basic financial procedures;
(vii) Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality;
(viii) Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
5 RECORDS MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT – 1 POST
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(A) Ensure smooth day-to-day physical operations of the office environment.
(i) To receive correspondence and files sent by dispatch book;
(ii) To receive and distributes official publications according to standing Instructions;
(iii) To sort outgoing correspondence in accordance with instructions or established means of dispatch and checks date and signature;
(iv) To record all outgoing registered correspondence and telegrams;
(v) To maintain a register of files sent out to or received from Schools or departments;
(vi) To dispatch mail going straight to Schools/departments, mail clearing center and Post office in time according to instructions, classification and current dispatch timetables;
(vii) To assemble flimsy copies and files them for circulation to listed Officers;
(viii) To re-addresses mail and answers questions on dispatch, postage and postal procedures and regulations;
(ix) To oversee confidentiality in handling documentation processing, filing and records Keeping.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
(i) Holder of Diploma in one of the following fields; Health Records, Records Management, Archives Management or Related qualifications from a recognized Institution.
(ii) At least 1–2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an office, academic, research, or public sector environment;
(iii) Experience supporting meetings, training, or workshops is desirable;
(iv) Basic knowledge of office operations and procedures;
(v) Ability to perform clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, scanning, and messenger services;
(vi) Basic computer literacy, including use of email and word processing software;
(vii) Good communication skills and ability to interact respectfully with staff and visitors;
(viii) High level of integrity, reliability, and confidentiality;
6 DRIVERS – 2 POSTS
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(A) Provide reliable and safe transportation for hub personnel, documents, and logistics support
(i) Drive hub staff/partners to meetings, workshops, and field activities as scheduled;
(ii) Ensure vehicle cleanliness, maintenance, and safety checks;
(iii) Maintain vehicle logbook (mileage, fuel, destinations, servicing);
(iv) Support delivery of documents, materials, and supplies;
(v) Report vehicle incidents or repair needs promptly;
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
(i) Certificate of Secondary Education (Form IV) or equivalent from a recognized institution;
(ii) Valid Class C or E driving license (as applicable under national regulations);
(iii) Clean driving record with no serious traffic violations;
(iv) Certificate in Defensive Driving is highly desirable;
(v) Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience as a professional driver, preferably within a government institution, university, research organization, or donor-funded program;
GENERAL CONDITIONS
(i) Applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania;
(ii) An applicant with special needs/case (disability) is supposed/advised to indicate for the MUHAS attention;
(iii) Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) including a reliable contact postal address, Post code, email address and telephone numbers;
(iv) Applicants must apply on the strength of the information given in this Advertisement;
(v) The title of the position applied for shall be written in the subject of the application letter and marked on the envelope;
(vi) Applicants must attach relevant copies of the following certificates.
(a) Postgraduate/First Degree/Advanced Diploma, Diploma/Certificates.
(b) Postgraduate/First Degree/Advanced Diploma, Diploma/Transcripts
(c) Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
(d) Computer Certificates where applicable.
(e) Professional Certificates from respective councils where applicable.
(f) One recent passport size picture and copy of birth certificate.
(vii) Form IV and Form VI result slips are strictly not accepted.
(viii) Applicants shall indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
(ix) Certificates from foreign Countries should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) – {Degree Level} or National Accreditation Council for Technical Education (NACTE) – {Diploma Level} or National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA) – {Secondary Education}.
(x) Applicants must consider that their Colleges/Universities are recognized and registered by Government Authorities.
(xi) Women are highly encouraged to apply.
(xii) Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the date of the interview.
(xiii) Applicants who have/were retired from the public service for whatever reason should not apply
(xiv) Deadline for receiving Applications, by 26th January, 2026
(xv) Presentation of forged certificates and other information will necessitate legal action.
(xvi) NOTE: a signed application letter should be written either in Swahili or English and addressed to
The Director of Administration and Human Resource Management Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Science (MUHAS)
P.O. Box 65001 Dar es Salaam
All applications must be sent through email address: dhrma@muhas.ac.tz
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Kindly ensure your email and mobile number are well written and active.
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