TANZANIA ATOMIC ENERGY COMMISSION (TAEC)
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
- BACKGROUND
The Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC) is a government body responsible for all atomic energy matters in the United Republic of Tanzania. TAEC was established under the Atomic Energy Act No. 7 of 2003 (Cap. 188). It is mandated to regulate and supervise the use of atomic energy and nuclear technology in order to protect workers, patients, the public, and the environment from the harmful effects of both ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. Furthermore, it is tasked with coordinating and promoting the transfer of nuclear technology for national development.
The Commission invites applications from suitably qualified, self-motivated, and hardworking Tanzanians to apply for volunteering opportunities in the following areas:
1.1 Radiation Safety Inspector – 28 Vacancies
1.2 Assistant Radiation Safety Inspector – 25 Vacancies
1.3 Laboratory Technicians – 05 Vacancies
- QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must meet the following qualifications for each position:
2.1 Radiation Safety Inspector
2.1.1 Holder of Bachelor Degree in any of the following fields: Radiography, Nuclear Physics, Radiation Protection, Nuclear Science and Technology, or any equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution. The candidate must be registered by the respective Professional Board under the professional category.
2.1.2 Good communication and writing skills.
2.1.3 Computer skills.
2.2 Assistant Radiation Safety Inspector
2.2.1 Holder of Diploma in any of the following fields: Radiography, Nuclear Physics, Radiation Protection, Nuclear Science and Technology, or any equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution. The candidate must be registered by the respective Professional Board under the professional category.
2.2.2 Good communication and writing skills.
2.2.3 Computer skills.
2.3 Laboratory Technicians
2.3.1 Holder of FTC or Diploma in one of the following fields: Laboratory Technology, Laboratory Sciences and Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or equivalent in a relevant field. Candidate must be registered with the respective Professional Board under the professional category.
2.3.2 Good communication and writing skills.
2.3.3 Computer skills.
- WORKING STATIONS
Working stations shall be:
Dar es Salaam, Bagamoyo, Mwanza, Mara, Mbeya, Kigoma, Kagera, Zanzibar, Arusha, Tanga, Kilimanjaro, Mtwara and Lindi.
- GENERAL CONDITIONS
4.1 Applicants must be citizens of Tanzania, aged between 18 and 35 years.
4.2 Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contacts, postal address/post code, e-mail and telephone numbers.
4.3 Applicants should have three reputable referees; one referee must be from the Academic Institution where he/she graduated.
4.4 Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
4.5 Applicants must attach certified copies of the following certificates:
• Degree and respective Transcripts
• Diploma/Certificates
• Form IV and/or Form VI National Examination Certificates
• Birth Certificate or National Identity Card
4.6 Attaching copies of the following certificates is strictly not accepted:
• Form IV and Form VI Results Slips
• Testimonials and all Partial Transcripts
4.7 Applicants must attach a recent Passport Size Photo on the application letter.
4.8 Certificates from foreign examination bodies should be verified by the relevant authorities (TCU, NACTE or NECTA).
4.9 Presentation of forged certificates and other information will necessitate legal action.
4.10 Applicants must attach a letter of endorsement from a Village/Street Chairperson or Executive Officer confirming their place of residence.
4.11 Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
4.12 Successful and accepted volunteers shall not be paid salaries or any remuneration attached to salaries; instead, they will be assisted with an amount of money as per TAEC’s Volunteering Guideline to cover transport and lunch expenses.
4.13 Volunteer work is not a guarantee of employment at TAEC. In case there are employment opportunities at TAEC or elsewhere, volunteers shall follow the laid down employment procedures as stipulated.
4.14 Applicants should indicate the position for which they apply.
4.15 Application letters must be handwritten in English.
4.16 Applicants will be interviewed in their respective zones.
4.17 Applicants must have never been convicted by a court of law for criminal or disciplinary offenses.
4.18 Applicants must be willing to volunteer in the relevant area.
4.19 Applicants will be responsible for covering their own travel and accommodation costs during the interview.
- MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested candidates should submit the following:
5.1 Signed application letter
5.2 Curriculum Vitae (CV)
5.3 Copies of certified academic certificates and transcripts
5.4 Copy of National ID or NIDA Number
Applications should be addressed to:
Director General, Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC), 2 Atomic Road – Mnadani Street (Kikombo), P.O. Box 1585, 41206 Dodoma, Tanzania.
Note: All applications must be sent through an official email using the following address:
- APPLICATION DEADLINE
The deadline for submitting applications is 20th June 2026.
Released by:
Director General, Tanzania Atomic Energy Commission (TAEC), Dodoma.
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