Secretary/Office Writer II – 9 Posts

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has announced 9 employment opportunities for qualified Tanzanians to work as Secretary/Office Writer II within the Judiciary of Tanzania. This opportunity is suitable for candidates with qualifications in Secretarial Studies and strong computer and typing skills.

Successful candidates will provide secretarial and administrative support by preparing official documents, managing correspondence, maintaining office records, handling appointments and assisting with the day-to-day operations of Judiciary offices.

Position: Secretary/Office Writer II
Number of Posts: 9
Salary Scale: TGS C
Employer: Judicial Service Commission (JSC)
Workplace: Any Judiciary station where there is an available vacancy
Deadline: 28 August 2026

Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be responsible for:

• Typing official correspondence and documents.

• Receiving and directing visitors.

  

• Maintaining appointments and schedules.

• Locating and retrieving files.

  

• Distributing correspondence and documents.

• Preparing materials required for meetings.

  

• Maintaining office records.

• Providing general secretarial support.

• Performing other office duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications Required

Applicants should possess one of the following:

• Diploma in Secretarial Studies; or

• NTA Level 6 qualification in Secretarial Studies.

Applicants should also:

• Have passed English typing at 100 words per minute.

• Have passed Kiswahili typing at 100 words per minute.

• Possess computer skills.

Knowledge of the following applications and tools is important:

• Microsoft Word

• Microsoft Excel

• Microsoft PowerPoint

• Internet

• Email

• Microsoft Publisher

General Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be Tanzanian citizens.

• Be between 18 and 45 years of age.

• Meet the specific qualifications required for Secretary/Office Writer II.

• Provide certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.

• Provide a birth certificate.

• Provide a recent passport-size colour photograph.

• Not have a criminal conviction or history of imprisonment.

• Provide any other documents required during the recruitment process.

Candidates already permanently employed in the Public Service are not eligible to apply for these new employment opportunities.

Applicants who obtained qualifications outside Tanzania should ensure that their certificates are properly verified by the relevant authorities, including TCU or NACTVET where applicable.

Applicants who have previously been dismissed from employment in the Public Service should not apply.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and should indicate their disability status as required during the application process.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official Judicial Service Commission recruitment system.

Applicants should:

• Access the official JSC recruitment portal.

• Create or log into their applicant account.

• Select Secretary/Office Writer II.

• Complete the required application information.

• Upload the required academic and professional certificates.

• Attach a signed application letter and other required documents.

• Review all information carefully before submission.

• Submit the application before the deadline.

Applications submitted outside the prescribed recruitment system may not be considered.

Application Deadline

Closing Date: 28 August 2026

Applicants are encouraged to complete their applications early and confirm that all required documents have been successfully uploaded before submitting their applications.

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Final Thought

The Secretary/Office Writer II vacancies provide qualified secretarial professionals with an opportunity to work within the Judiciary of Tanzania. Candidates who meet the education, typing and computer requirements should prepare their documents and submit their applications through the official JSC recruitment system before 28 August 2026.