Quality Assurance Officer II job vacancy (15 posts)

Quality Assurance Officer II – 15 Posts
Organization: Tanzania Fertilizer Regulatory Authority (TFRA)
Position: Quality Assurance Officer II
Number of posts: 15
Duty station: Various Regions in Tanzania Mainland

Application deadline: 15 November 2026 at 15:30 PM (East Africa Time)

Background

The Tanzania Fertilizer Regulatory Authority (TFRA) is a body corporate established under the Fertilizer Act No. 9 of 2009. The Authority is mandated to regulate and oversee the quality and trade of fertilizers and fertilizer supplements in Tanzania.
The Government of Tanzania is implementing the Fertilizer Subsidy Programme to increase agricultural production and productivity, strengthen food security, and improve farmers’ access to affordable fertilizers. To support the effective implementation of this programme, the Government, through the Ministry of Agriculture, has allocated funds for the recruitment of competent, committed, and qualified personnel to help ensure the availability, quality, and effective distribution of subsidized fertilizers to farmers across Tanzania Mainland.

TFRA therefore invites applications from suitably qualified, competent, motivated and dynamic Tanzanians for the position in the following areas: -

Key Qualifications, Experience and Competence
The competent personnel with preferred education, training, experience and expertise requirements for the position;

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Holder of Bachelor Degree in Laboratory Technology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Agriculture General, Agronomy, Soil Science, Crop Science, Horticulture, Agricultural Education and Extension, Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness or equivalent qualifications from recognized institutions.

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Should have good mobilization and communication skills.

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Should have computer skills (Microsoft word, excel and internet)

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Should be able to work in marginalized conditions

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Experience of at least one year in related field is an added advantage

Duties and Responsibilities

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To conduct quality assurance on fertilizer products;

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To track if fertilizer dealers comply with legislation or regulation;

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To liaise with other regulatory agencies, and other external stakeholders;

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To plan quality assurance activities regarding to fertilizer registration and licensing,

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To investigate inquiries, licensing information and prepare reports.

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To perform field inspections to ensure that manufacturers and distributors meet the required set standards;

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To report information to the supervisor and follow up on corrective action taken;

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To assist in preparation of Authority’s Quality Plans;

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