EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT NATIONAL HOUSING CORPORATION (NHC)

JOB OPPORTUNITY 

National Housing Corporation (NHC) is inviting applications from suitable qualified, dynamic and good team player to fill the position of Senior Procurement Officer, Procurement Officer, Internal Auditor, Tax Accountant and Assistant Accountants. 

1. SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER -1 POST 

Duties/Responsibilities 
• Manage all procurement activities as assigned by responsible Managers 
• Supervises Procurement Officers 
• Support the Secretariat of the Tender Board 
• Participate to plan Annual Procurement Plan 
• Review statement/specifications and prepare tender board papers 
• Identify and prepare appropriate tender documents for use in procurement process 
• Prepare tender documents and tender advertisement 


• Participate and Manage tender opening process 
• Review tender/quotation Analysis or evaluation reports 
• Prepare LPO/Contract for review and vetting where appropriate 
• Coordinate receipt of ordered goods and Participate in Goods receipt inspection and Acceptance 
• Keep track of information in order to keep business and Supply Chain on schedule 
• Maintain and archive records of procurement 
• Prepare and maintain a list or register of all contracts awarded 
• Preparation of various procurement reports as per the requirements of the law 
• Handling of other assignments as shall be assigned by superior. 

Education Qualification 
• Holder of Bachelor degree in Procurement. 
• Should be registered with Tanzania Procurement Professional Board (PSPTB) under Authorized or Approved Category. 
• Master's degree in related field will be an added advantage. 

Experience and Skills 
• A minimum of three (3) years working experience on that major field of study. 
• Has a strong analytical, planning skills and sound judgement. 
• Good communication both (Written and Spoken) 
• Good team players and ability to integrate into a multi-cultural environment. 
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines. 
• Knowledge on Computer application. 
Public Procurement Act and its regulations. 

2. PROCUREMENT OFFICER -1 POST 

Duties/Responsibilities 
• Provides support to the procurement managers in handling and drafting contracts entered with suppliers, contractors, service providers and consultants. 
• Prepares draft contact document for review by PMU and legal unit 
• Draft award letters to the awarded tenders after approvals is granted by relevant authority 
• Arranges for issuing approved contacts to respective suppliers, contactors, service providers and consultants 
• Maintains a list or register of all contact awarded and update user department on expire date. 
• Ensure that all procurement transactions are implemented in accordance with PPA and its regulations. 
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by superiors 

Education Qualification 
• Holder of Bachelor degree in Procurement 
• Should be registered with Tanzania Procurement Professional Board (PSPTB) under Authorized or Approved Category. 

Experience and Skills 
• A minimum of one (1) year working experience on that major field of study. 
• Has a strong analytical, planning skills and sound judgement. 
• Good communication both (Written and Spoken) 
• Good team players and ability to integrate into a multi-cultural environment. 
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines. 
• Knowledge on Computer application. Public Procurement Act and its regulations. 

3. INTERNAL AUDITOR - TECHNICAL - 1 POST 

Duties/Responsibilities 
• To develop Technical audit programs 
• Conducts Technical Audits to appraise the adequacy and use of financial, accounting and operating controls 
• Assisting in conducting audit reports 
• Prepares audit reports 
• Propose corrective measures that could affect positively the quality of the works 
• Assists in the preparation of annual training program 
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by superiors 


Qualifications and Experience 
• Holder of bachelor degree of Science in Civil Engineering/ Building Economics/ Architecture. 
• One (1) to three (3) years of work experience. 
• Good communication skills 
• Computer literate. 

4. TAX ACCOUNTANT - 1 POST 

Duties/ Responsibilities 
• Provide direct support to the Senior Management in relation to tax matters 
• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of all required tax submissions to the Government 
• Coordinate and control the annual Tax plans and estimates processes for the Corporation 
• Assist in preparation and calculation of Taxation risks and opportunities for management reviews and actions 
• Coordinate with other departments on budgeting taxes on Operating and capital Expenses 
• Control operating expenses, account payables and employee related claims by ensuring that the related taxes are accounted for properly 
• Ensure that reports and Tax analysis are provided to the Management timely 
• Initiate the payments of Tax liabilities such as VAT, PAYE, withholding Tax etc. and ensure the necessary approvals are obtained as per mandate 

• Review all Tax returns for accuracy, validity and completeness 
• Plan for Tax Audit and provide the required information and documentations for Audit reviews 
• Update Management on any new laws set by the government and make sure all the implications resulting from the changing laws are counted for 
• Regularly liaise with the Revenue Authority and Tax consultants for maintain work relationship and update new information related to tax 
• Train the other staff members on tax issues and delegate to team members, where necessary as part of succession plans 

Qualifications and Experience 
• A holder of University Degree in Finance or Accounting, Business Administration specialization in Tax Management and must be holder of CPA (T) 
• A minimum of 4 years' experience in Taxation role from a reputable Organization 
• Good communication skills in both English and Kiswahili 
• Computer literate 

5. ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT - 5 POSTS 

Duties / Responsibilities 
• Preparation of cash book and bank reconciliation statements. 
• Booking of suppliers invoices, updating of creditors ledger. 
• Preparation of payment vouchers in compliance with all the payment procedures 
• Maintaining assets and expenditure ledger and preparation of monthly Trial balance. 
• Compilation of monthly rent collection and arrears reports. 
• Periodic posting of all stock data in the General Ledger and ensure that the data reconcile with the stock records. 
• Prepares monthly General ledger reconciliations 
• Provides support in preparing and analyzing periodic income and expenditure reports while observing all the accounting standards 
• Assists in Monitoring loan and financial policies. 

• Assists in preparation of monthly project expenditure (WIP) reports. 
• Preparation of schedule of various stocks at the end of the year 
• Reconciliation of annual stock sheet with general ledger at the end of financial year 
• Preparation of schedule of various stocks at the end of the year 
• Preparation of reports, returns and records in compliance with tax and other regulatory requirements. 
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor 

Qualifications and Experience 
• Holder of a Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics or Business Administration in relevant field 
• Working experience of at least 2 years within a relevant field, fresh graduates who are trainable can also be considered. 
• Good communication skills both written and spoken in English and Kiswahili 
• High proficiency in Accounting, Finance, Statistics or Economics 
• Must be computer literate. 

REMUNERATIONS 
Very attractive remuneration is offered as per NHC Scheme of Service. 

If you think you meet job requirement, please apply in strict confidence to the undersigned enclosing an application letter, photocopies of relevant certified certificates and names of two referees. 

Deadline: 24th March, 2018 

Send your application to; 

ACTING DIRECTOR GENERAL, 
NATIONAL HOUSING CORPORATION, 
PO BOX 2977, 
DAR ES SALAAM. 

NB: Only shortllsted candidates will be contacted.

Source: Mwananchi 15 March, 2 018