Background

MS TCDC is a renowned Pan-African training centre, situated in Arusha, Tanzania, unique in our dedication to high-quality capacity development for social transformation. For more than 50 years, we have delivered high quality capacity development in areas such as: democratic governance, human rights, transformational leadership, gender equality, youth participation and climate change governance.

Role Summary

The Admissions Officer is responsible for managing the entire student recruitment and admissions process, from outreach and application review to enrolment and orientation. The role ensures a transparent, efficient, and inclusive admissions process aligned with MSTCDC’s strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end admissions processes
• Review and evaluate applications and communicate decisions
• Coordinate enrolment, registration, and orientation programmes
• Lead student recruitment activities including outreach and events
• Maintain admissions databases and prepare reports
• Collaborate with academic and administrative units
• Ensure compliance with TCU, NACTVET, and institutional policies
• Provide guidance to prospective and admitted students

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in admissions or higher education administration
• Experience in recruitment, enrolment, and student data management
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Core Competencies

• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and database systems

Terms and conditions

The position of Admissions Officer will be based at the MS TCDC Training Centre in Usa River, Arusha, Tanzania.

The position is offered under MS TCDC’s employment terms with a basic salary will be provided under MS TCDC’s scheme of service, aligned with the candidate’s relevant experience and educational qualifications.

A vibrant, supportive, and professional work environment, with highly committed colleagues and opportunities for growth.

• Manage end-to-end admissions processes
• Review and evaluate applications and communicate decisions
• Coordinate enrolment, registration, and orientation programmes
• Lead student recruitment activities including outreach and events
• Maintain admissions databases and prepare reports
• Collaborate with academic and administrative units
• Ensure compliance with TCU, NACTVET, and institutional policies
• Provide guidance to prospective and admitted students

• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and database systems

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in admissions or higher education administration
• Experience in recruitment, enrolment, and student data management
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills