Summary
Date Posted: 8th April 2019 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed , Employment Type: Full_Time , Currency: TZS , Value: 625000 , Minimum: 437500 , Maximum: 1875000 , Period: MONTH

JOB DETAILS:
The Tanzania Standard (Newspapers) Limited ( TSN ), a wholly-owned Government's media house, was established under the Companies Act, 2002. TSN is the oldest medi house in Tanzania, and its operation dates back in the 1930s. The Government vested TSN with the responsibilities of investment in publication and distribution of newspapers. The Company publishes Daily News, Sunday News, HabariLeo and SpotiLeo as well as online editions of these newspaper. The company is undergoing structural transformation and business expansion in pursuit of more market share in East Africa. TSN IS pleased to announce careers for individuals who are Professionals, Talented, Passionate about media and Ready to be Committed to our Core Values as we are, to join or Family in taking TSN to the next level of excellence. In case you are the right candidate, please apply to one of the following vacancies:
Writer
Stary Scale: TSN3
Duty Station: Dar es Salaam
Directorate/Unit: Editorial.

Duties & Responsibilities
• Writes stories, features and commentaries
• Checks accuracy and facts
• Translates stories, features and commentaries
• Develops individual objectives/targets and performance standards as part of the individual performance agreement in consultation with the Head of Section
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Section

  Qualifications and Experience
• Holder of a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or a Bachelor's Degree in any related field PLUS a Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication or equivalent qualification from recognized institutions.
• In addition, the candidate must be competent in relevant computer applications,

Remuneration Salary and other benefits in accordance with TSN's Salary Scale, Company's Incentive Regulations, and other terms and conditions of the Public Service

GENERAL CONDITIONS
All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania, and not above 45 years; Applications must be supported by the following documents:
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) with reliable contacts including postal address, e-mail and telephone numbers as well as names and contacts of at least two reputable referees;
• Certified copies of relevant academic credentials including CSEE/ACSEE;
• Academic transcripts
• Certificates from foreign colleges and universities should be verified by respective authorities (NACTE/TCU);
• Professional Registration and Training Certificates from respective Registration or Regulatory Bodies; () Birth certificate and,
• One (1) recent passport size photograph

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Job application procedure
Public servants should route their application letters through respective employers; Application letters should be sent by post to the following address:
Managing Editor,
Tanzania Standard (Newspapers) Ltd
Daily News Building, Plot No. 11/4,
Nelson Mandela Expressway
P.O. Box 9033 DAR ES SALAAM.
Post title should be indicated on the upper - left corner of an envelope; Application deadline: Friday, 19th April, 2019, at 16:00 Hours;