The Tobacco Research Institute of Tanzania (TORITA), founded on 31st October 2000, is a key organization driving tobacco-related research in Mainland Tanzania. It operates under the Ministry of Agriculture and is governed by the Tobacco Industry Act of 2001 (amended in 2009). TORITA Jobs Vacancies 2024 TORITA’s core responsibility is to advance research related to tobacco production, processing, and quality improvement, while also addressing farming systems and other crops associated with tobacco cultivation.
As part of its mission to enhance agricultural practices and innovation dissemination to tobacco farmers, TORITA is seeking qualified individuals to fill two critical positions. Below are the details of the vacancies, qualifications required, and key responsibilities.
1. ICT Officer II (Network Administrator) – 1 Post
Key Responsibilities:
- Designing, installing, and configuring LAN (Local Area Network) and WAN (Wide Area Network) infrastructure.
- Reviewing existing LAN and WAN architecture for performance improvement.
- Testing network equipment and related devices to ensure seamless connectivity.
- Implementing a comprehensive network security plan to safeguard institutional data.
- Troubleshooting network issues to maintain uptime and performance.
- Performing any additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
- A Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Network Administration, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
Salary Scale:
- PGSS 7.
2. Research Assistant (Parastatal Researcher) – 1 Post
Key Responsibilities:
- Learning and mastering various research methods and procedures.
- Submitting regular progress reports on ongoing research projects or services.
- Preparing essential project documents like research proposals and feasibility studies as required by sponsors.
- Drafting articles and documents for presentation or publication in research journals or conferences.
- Collecting valuable agricultural research data to support ongoing research efforts.
- Supervising the maintenance of research trial plots to ensure effective trial execution.
- Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
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Qualifications and Experience:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture General, Agronomy, or a related field from a recognized institution, with a minimum of an upper second class.
Salary Scale: PRSS 1.
Application and Additional Information
TORITA’s open vacancies present an excellent opportunity for professionals in ICT and agriculture to contribute to tobacco research and innovation in Tanzania. The roles offer competitive remuneration, and successful applicants will be joining a dynamic team working to advance the tobacco agricultural research landscape.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline, which will be communicated on TORITA’s official platform. For more detailed job descriptions and application procedures, visit the official government job portals or ajiratimes.com for timely updates.
About TORITA
TORITA continues to play an essential role in strengthening tobacco agricultural research systems and technologies that benefit Tanzanian farmers. Through collaboration with various stakeholders, the institute ensures the development of good agricultural practices (GAP) and innovation transfer to enhance the sustainability of the tobacco industry and its associated agricultural systems.
For more details on TORITA and its research activities, stay tuned for updates on the organization’s official platforms or follow ajiratimes.com for the latest job openings and career insights in Tanzania.
