11 New Vacancies at CUHAS University May 2026, The Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences (CUHAS), owned by the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC), is a reputable higher learning institution providing training to over 3,500 students.
The University offers a wide range of academic programmes at diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels, including 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 seeking highly
1. STUDENT WELFARE DEPARTMENT
Position: Dean of Students 1 POST
i. Main Purpose of the Job
• Provide strategic leadership within the Student Affairs Division,
• Develop and review policies and guidelines covering all aspects of student life,
• Advise the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Planning, Finance and Administration) and the Vice Chancellor on matters related to student affairs,
• Plan, organize, and manage all aspects of student life, experience, and development,
• Facilitate consultative and other appropriate mechanisms to promote dialogue between
university management and the student body, and to foster good governance and harmony within the University,
• Participate in the development and implementation of policies related to student recruitment, enrolment management, admissions and registration, records management, student health and wellness, career services, counselling, sports, cultural development, and residence life,
• Plan for and oversee the effective management of the Division.
Job requirements
a) Education
• Must possess a Master’s Degree or higher in Education, Educational Psychology, Counselling and Guidance, Social Work, or a related field from a recognized university or institution. The candidate must be proficient in both English and Kiswahili, with strong communication skills.
b) Experience
• Must have at least twelve (12) years of relevant work experience, with a minimum of
five (5) years served in a senior management position within a reputable institution.
The candidate must also be well-versed in student affairs management.
• Broad experience in an academic institution.
c)Qualities
• Management, leadership and team building competencies.
• Ability to stimulate and encourage new ideas and developments.
• Ability to interpret and promote the University’s key goals and objectives.
• Ability to develop a student affairs vision and direction for the institution.
• Capacity to influence and persuade and to build coalitions and networks.
• Ability to promote dialogue in student affairs.
• Ability to develop and implement student welfare programmes.
• Capacity to oversee the development and implementation of policy on a universitywide basis.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of the Senior Executive Team.
• Empathy with academics and students.
• Strong human relations, management, negotiation, public relations and communication skills.
• Strong Computer skills
2. THE WEILL BUGANDO SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
2.1 LECTURERS
DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SURGERY 1 POST
DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPAEDICS AND TRAUMA 1 POST
DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY 1 POST
i. Qualifications
ii. Must possess a Master of Medicine (MMed) or an equivalent degree from a recognized
institution with a GPA of 4.0 and above or an average grade of B+ and above.
In addition, the candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 at undergraduate level. The
applicant must be registered with the relevant professional Council/Board.
iii. A minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience will be considered an added advantage.
2.2 TUTORIAL ASSISTANT
DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY – 1 POST
DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE – 1 POST
DEPARTMENT OF ANAESTHESIOLOGY – 1 POST
i. Entry Requirements:
A Holder of MD or equivalent degree and score at least B in the relevant subject and a GPA of 3.5 and above. Must be registered by respective Council/board.
ii. Duties and Responsibilities
This is a training position. However, the Tutorial Assistant may be required to perform the
following duties:
• Conducting Tutorials for undergraduate students,
• Supervising seminars,
• Teaching Certificates and Diploma Courses,
• Mark non-assessed coursework assignments and provide feedback,
• Deal with student queries about the content and delivery of a module as well as providing
advice and ideas to them where necessary,
• Supervise the work of students where appropriate,
• Ensure that the preparation of materials and equipment required during classes is available and where appropriate assist in the assembling and dismantling of laboratory apparatus,
• Work with other demonstrators and tutorial assistants to ensure that practical classes run effectively and according to timetable requirements
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
3. THE SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
3.1 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY MEDICINE, ENVIRONMENTAL AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH.
LECTURER – 1 POST
i. Qualifications and Experience
• 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 recognised Institution plus a GPA of 3.5 and above from the undergraduate studies.
Must be registered by the respective Council/Board.
• Teaching experience of 2 years is an added advantage.
ii. Duties and Responsibilities
• Conducting lectures, 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/organising workshops, conferences and symposia; and
• Undertaking any other duties that may be assigned by a relevant authority
4. ARCHBISHOP ANTHONY MAYALA SCHOOL OF NURSING
4.1 DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL NURSING
LECTURER – 1 POST
i. 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 the respective Council/Board. Teaching experience of 2 years is an added advantage.
ii. Duties and Responsibilities
• Conducting lectures, tutorials, seminars and practicals 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;
5. INSTITUTE OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
5.1 SCHOOL OF DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHY TUTORS (4 posts)
i. Qualifications
A Holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in 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 the respective Council/Board.
ii. 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 organisation of practical for diploma and undergraduate students
• Assist in research and development activities, including consultancy activities
• To plan and supervise maintenance of Laboratory facilities/equipment
• To assist seniors with administrative duties
• Performs any other assignments as may be assigned to him by his seniors
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 29 th May, 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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