Designated Migration Officer / Temporary Resident Program Analyst at High Commission of Canada in Tanzania – September 2026

Position Overview

• Selection Process No.: 249665-6
• Positions: 1
• Location: High Commission of Canada in Tanzania, Dar es Salaam
• Job Function: Officer
• Contract Type: Indeterminate, Full-time
• Employment Category: Locally Engaged Staff (LES)
• Closing Date: 04 October 2026 at 23:59 (UTC/GMT +3:00)

Salary

Designated Migration Officer:

• TZS 68,594,369 during the pre-designation period
• TZS 92,717,735 at the fully designated LE-O2 level

Designated Migration Officer – Temporary Residents:

• TZS 44,896,569 during the pre-designation period
• TZS 68,594,369 at the fully designated LE-O1 level

Position Summary

The High Commission of Canada in Tanzania is seeking to fill a Designated Migration Officer position within its Migration Program.

The position provides analytical expertise to support fair and consistent decision-making on applications for permanent and temporary residence in Canada.

Designated Migration Officers assess applications and make final decisions on permanent and temporary residence applications under Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). The role requires strong analytical skills to understand and interpret complex legislation and policies and apply them fairly and consistently when making decisions.

Other Key Activities

The successful candidate may also be required to:

• Conduct research and analyse application trends and other issues that may affect Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) programme delivery.
• Prepare reports, briefing materials, and presentations.
• Gather and prepare statistical information.
• Explain decisions, policies, and procedures to clients, representatives, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Support outreach activities relating to Canada’s permanent or temporary residence programmes.

The successful candidate will need strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required, together with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic international environment.

Locally Engaged Migration Officer Development Program (LEMO-DP)

Successful candidates will acquire the necessary skills and expertise through the IRCC Locally Engaged Migration Officer Development Program (LEMO-DP).

Participants must complete all requirements for designation, including multiple examinations. Candidates receive only one opportunity for each examination and must achieve a passing grade to continue in the development programme and maintain employment.

To graduate from the programme, candidates must:

• Maintain fully satisfactory performance at the “succeeded” level.
• Successfully complete all LEMO-DP requirements.
• Successfully complete the required designation process.

Designated Migration Officer – LE-O2

Candidates for the Designated Migration Officer position are initially hired at the LE-O1 level as Migration Program Officers and participate in the LEMO-DP.

Upon successful designation, they will be promoted to the LE-O2 Designated Migration Officer (DMO) position.

Designated Migration Officer – Temporary Residents (LE-O1)

Candidates for the Temporary Residents position are initially hired at the LE-A3 level as Temporary Resident Program Analysts and participate in the LEMO-DP.

Upon successful designation, they will progress to the LE-O1 Designated Migration Officer – Temporary Residents (DMO-TR) position.

Candidates who do not meet the programme requirements within the prescribed timeframe will have their employment terminated.

Area of Selection

The selection process is open to applicants who:

• Are residing in Tanzania.
• Are legally authorised to work in Tanzania.
• Meet all essential qualifications.
• Submit their applications by the closing date.

This includes High Commission employees, Canada-based staff spouses, and their dependent children aged 16 years or older, where applicable.

Important: The High Commission of Canada in Tanzania does not sponsor work authorisations directly or indirectly.

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates are considered on merit, and the organisation is committed to an inclusive workplace free from harassment and discrimination.

Essential Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or Undergraduate Diploma from a legally recognised university.
• Candidates will be required to provide proof of education.

Language

• Advanced proficiency in English, including reading, writing, comprehension, and speaking.
• Language proficiency may be formally assessed or candidates may be required to provide certification.

Experience

Candidates must have:

• Experience analysing complex problems or issues and making recommendations or decisions in a professional capacity.
• Experience composing correspondence, reports, briefings, or presentations in a professional capacity.

This may include:

• Providing analysis.
• Making strategic considerations and recommendations regarding applications or cases.
• Making decisions.
• Preparing reports, briefing materials, and presentations.

Competencies

Candidates will be assessed against the following competencies:

• Strategic Thinking and Decision Making
• Planning
• Initiative and Action Orientation
• Working with Others and Horizontal Leadership
• Intercultural Proficiency
• Resilience and Adaptability
• Values and Ethics
• Judgment and Discretion
• Written Communication and Oral Interaction

Asset Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates who can demonstrate any of the following:

• Experience applying regulations, legislation, policies, procedural frameworks, rules, or guidelines to assess complex situations, exercise judgment, and provide technical or expert advice to clients or stakeholders.
• Experience managing a team using a cooperative team approach, including workload management, motivation, performance assessment, and providing advice and feedback.
• Experience in research, communication, data analysis/analytics, migration issues, and/or law.
• Experience in risk or fraud detection and/or analysis.
• Intermediate or advanced proficiency in French, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• Experience using web or software development tools such as Microsoft Access, Python, or similar tools.
• Experience working in a diplomatic mission or international organisation.
• Experience working or studying abroad.
• Experience developing communication products, including written or video content for websites, social media, promotional campaigns, or services.

Operational Requirements

• The High Commission of Canada in Tanzania is the normal place of work, and employees must report to the office as required.
• Standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week:
  • Monday–Thursday: 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
  • Friday: 7:30 AM–1:00 PM
• Willingness to work overtime at short notice.
• Occasional domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Ability and willingness to work in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to sustain prolonged periods of sitting and eye focus.

Conditions of Employment

Valid Work Authorisation

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain valid work authorisation covering the entire employment period.

Security Screening

Successful candidates must obtain and maintain Reliability Status security clearance, including criminal and credit background checks conducted by the Government of Canada.

LEMO-DP Certification

Successful designation and graduation from the Locally Engaged Migration Officer Development Program are mandatory.

Candidates who fail to meet the programme requirements within the specified timeframe will have their employment terminated.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the “Apply online” function. Only applications submitted through VidCruiter will be considered unless a valid reason for another submission method is presented and accepted before the closing date.

When completing the application:

• Do not include personal information such as age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion, or a photograph in your application, CV, or cover letter.
• Only include information relevant to the vacancy.
• Clearly demonstrate in the screening questions how you meet each qualification.
• Provide concrete and detailed examples explaining where, when, and how you obtained each qualification.
• Do not assume that Global Affairs Canada will infer qualifications from your CV or other information.
• Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/or cover letter in English or French.
• Ensure all requested documents and information are submitted before the closing date.

Candidates experiencing technical difficulties with their applications must report them to the designated Global Affairs Canada candidate-support email before the closing date.

If you are already in a partially or fully qualified pool for a similar position with the mission, include the relevant selection process number and details in your application.

Important Notes

• The High Commission does not sponsor work authorisations directly or indirectly.
• Applications must be submitted in English or French, the official languages of Canada.
• Recruitment-related communication will be sent by email.
• Applicants are responsible for providing accurate and current contact information and regularly checking their email, including spam folders.
• Reference checks may be conducted.
• The High Commission does not reimburse travel expenses for interviews or examinations or relocation costs.
• Before an employment offer is issued, successful candidates must provide a local residential address as proof of residence in the area of selection.
• Accommodation is available for candidates who require it during the assessment process. Requests should be made to the designated candidate-support contact.
• Information provided for accommodation purposes will be kept confidential.
• Results from this selection process may be used to establish pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar positions at the High Commission of Canada in Tanzania.
• Canadian citizens, residents, and dual nationals should consult the Canada Revenue Agency regarding any potential taxation implications.
• The Government of Canada uses a multiple-step salary scale and country-specific terms and conditions for locally engaged staff. Salaries are not negotiable.
• Competitive benefits in line with local practices are provided as part of the gross compensation package.

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