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Public Relations Officer II – Volunteering Opportunity at WMA, September 2026
THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA
MINISTRY OF INDUSTRY AND TRADE
WEIGHTS AND MEASURES AGENCY (WMA)
Ref. No.: BA.23/285/01A/50
Date: 18 September 2026
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
The Weights and Measures Agency (WMA) is an Executive Agency under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, established in 2002 under the Executive Agencies Act, Cap. 245. Its establishment was part of the Public Service Reform Programme (PSRP II), aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of public service delivery.
The Agency executes its mandate pursuant to the Weights and Measures Act, Cap. 340.
As part of its commitment to supporting professional development and equipping young graduates with practical workplace experience, WMA invites qualified, competent, motivated, and dynamic Tanzanian graduates to apply for nine (9) volunteering opportunities for a period of twelve (12) months in various cadres.
2.0 PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER II – 2 POSTS
2.1 Duties and Responsibilities
The successful volunteers will be responsible for:
- Liaising with communication and advertising agencies.
- Participating in the implementation of marketing plans.
- Receiving and documenting suggestions raised by stakeholders.
- Collecting and processing information from various sources.
- Collecting data on market studies and e-service needs.
- Implementing awareness and sensitization campaigns for the Agency.
- Segmenting customers in order to launch targeted campaigns.
- Preparing journals, bulletins, fliers, and posters.
- Capturing, processing, and storing still and video images.
- Performing any other duties as may be assigned by superiors.
2.2 Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following fields:
- Mass Communication
- Journalism
- Public Relations
- Business Communication
- Any other related qualification from a recognized institution
General Conditions
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
a. Must be Tanzanian citizens aged between 18 and 35 years.
b. Must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) with reliable contacts, including postal address, email address, and telephone numbers.
c. Must attach certified copies of academic and professional certificates, academic transcripts, and birth certificates.
d. Must have two guarantors who are Public Servants.
e. Must attach an introduction letter from the Village/Street Executive Officer or relevant Local Government Authority.
f. Must be willing to volunteer in the respective assigned area.
g. Must attach a copy of the National Identification Card (NIDA).
h. Must not have been convicted by any Court of Law for criminal or disciplinary offences and must possess good conduct and acceptable moral character within the community.
i. Must not have been employed by any Public Institution since graduation.
j. Testimonials, Provisional Results, Statements of Results, and Form IV and Form VI Results Slips shall not be accepted.
k. All foreign academic certificates must be recognized by the relevant authorities, namely TCU, NECTA, or NACTVET. Applicants applying for positions requiring a specific GPA must attach a GPA Calculation Certificate issued by TCU.
l. The volunteering programme is strictly intended for skills development and acquisition of work experience and shall not be construed as a basis for automatic employment in the Public Service.
m. A signed application letter, written in either Swahili or English, should be addressed to:
Chief Executive Officer
Weights and Measures Agency (WMA)
P.O. Box 2014
Vipimo House
Dodoma
n. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
o. Applications should reach the undersigned within fourteen (14) days from the date of this advertisement.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit a signed application letter, written in either Swahili or English, addressed to:
Chief Executive Officer
Weights and Measures Agency (WMA)
P.O. Box 2014
Vipimo House
Dodoma
Application Deadline
The advertisement is dated 18 September 2026.
Deadline: 2 October 2026
Important Note
No separate online application link was provided. Applicants should follow the application instructions provided by WMA and ensure that all required supporting documents are attached.