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Institute of Heavy Equipment and Technology (IHET) – career opportunities
Location: Dar es Salaam and Dodoma Campuses, Tanzania
Application Deadline: 30 April 2026
Contact: Human Resource (HR), Institute of Heavy Equipment and Technology (IHET), P.O. Box 55079, Dar es Salaam
Email: career@ihet.ac.tz
Website: www.ihet.ac.tz
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IHET is an equal-opportunity employer. Women with technical expertise are highly encouraged to apply.
About the institute
The Institute of Heavy Equipment and Technology (IHET) is a premier center of excellence dedicated to bridging the skills gap in the heavy machinery and industrial sectors. We are looking for innovative, results-oriented, and highly skilled professionals to join our team.
1. Leadership & administration posts
1.1 Deputy principal – academics & research services (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Oversee curriculum development (NACTVET standards)
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Manage academic departments
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Lead industrial research initiatives
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Ensure quality assurance in training
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering, education management, or related field
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Minimum 2 years in a senior academic leadership role
1.2 Finance and administrative officer (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Manage daily administrative operations
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Oversee human resources
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Maintain office systems
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Support budgeting and procurement processes
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in public administration, HRM, or business administration
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Strong command of Tanzanian labor laws
1.3 Accountant (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Financial reporting
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Tax compliance (TRA)
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Payroll management
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Fee collection tracking
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Preparing audit-ready financial statements
Requirements:
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Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance
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CPA (T) is highly preferred
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Proficiency in Tally or QuickBooks
1.4 Admission and examination coordinator (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Manage student recruitment and enrollment
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Coordinate internal and external examinations
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Maintain the student database
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Manage academic transcripts and certificates issuance
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in education, ICT, law, or statistics
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Experience with NACTVET enrollment systems is a plus
1.5 Marketing officer (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Brand positioning
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Digital marketing
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Building partnerships with mining and construction firms
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Organizing recruitment drives
Requirements:
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Diploma or bachelor’s degree in marketing, PR, or communications
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Creative mindset with social media expertise
2. Technical & instructional posts
2.1 Workshop manager (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Maintain the fleet of heavy machinery and simulators
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Enforce occupational health and safety (OHS)
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Manage tool inventory and student practical schedules
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Requirements:
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Diploma or degree in mechanical/automotive engineering
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5+ years of experience in workshop management
2.2 Heavy duty mechanic instructor (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Deliver practical and theoretical training on diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and power trains for earthmoving equipment
Requirements:
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FTC or diploma in heavy duty mechanics
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Proven experience in diagnosing CAT, Komatsu, or Volvo machinery
2.3 Auto electric instructor (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Teach modern vehicle electronics, sensor calibration, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic tool usage for heavy-duty machines
Requirements:
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Diploma in auto-electrical engineering or equivalent
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Experience with electronic control units (ECUs) is essential
2.4 Technical drawing instructor (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Teach engineering drawing, blueprint reading, and the use of CAD software (AutoCAD/SolidWorks) for machine parts
Requirements:
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Diploma/degree in engineering
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Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD
2.5 Psv (public service vehicle) instructor (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Conduct advanced driving instruction for heavy passenger vehicles
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Teach road safety, defensive driving, and traffic regulations
Requirements:
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Valid class C/E driving license
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Certified instructor status with NIT or similar authority
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Clean driving record
3. General education & support instructors
3.1 It instructor (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Teach basic computer literacy, office applications, and the integration of ICT in industrial maintenance and diagnostic software
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in IT or computer science
3.2 Entrepreneurship instructor (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Prepare students for self-employment
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Teach business planning, financial literacy, and startup management in the technical sector
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in business, entrepreneurship, or economics
3.3 Train of trainers (tot) instructor (1 post)
Responsibilities:
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Train technical staff on modern pedagogical methods
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Competency-based education (CBET)
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Effective classroom and workshop management
Requirements:
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Master trainer certification with extensive experience in TVET (technical and vocational education and training) pedagogy
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Application requirements
All candidates must submit:
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Cover letter specifying the post applied for
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Updated CV with three professional referees
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Certified copies of academic and professional certificates
Mode of application
Send your application to career@ihet.ac.tz or hand-deliver to the IHET Campus at Tabata Chang’ombe, Dar es Salaam.
Deadline: 30 April 2026