Project Coordinator – 1 Post

Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS)
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employment Type: Full-Time, Project-Based Contract
Contract Duration: Two (2) Years
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 12th October 2026

About Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS)

The Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) is a Tanzanian premium health and allied sciences university established in 2007 through Article 1 of the Charter of Incorporation in line with the Universities Act No. 7 of 2005.

Since its establishment, MUHAS has developed a range of programmes in biomedical, clinical and allied health sciences and continues to expand its academic and research activities across seven Schools and one academic Institute.

Job Summary

The Probiotic Study is a Hybrid Type II effectiveness-implementation research study led by MUHAS through the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health.

The study will evaluate whether multistrain probiotic supplementation — Labinic Drops, containing B. infantis, L. acidophilus NCFM, and B. bifidum Bb-06 — can be effectively and safely delivered within routine neonatal care for low birth weight (LBW), late preterm and term infants across nine health facilities in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

A total of 5,810 neonates will be enrolled across three hub-and-spoke clusters:

1. Temeke Cluster: Temeke RRH, Mbagala Rangi Tatu DH and Yombo Vituka HC
2. Ilala Cluster: Amana RRH, Kivule DH and Buguruni HC
3. Kinondoni Cluster: Mwananyamala RRH, Mabwepande DH and Sinza HC

The study will generate evidence to support national policy on probiotic supplementation for LBW neonates and contribute to reducing neonatal morbidity and mortality from serious bacterial infections in Tanzania and across sub-Saharan Africa.

District Assignments

1. Temeke

• Temeke RRH
• Mbagala Rangi Tatu DH
• Yombo Vituka HC

2. Ilala

• Amana RRH
• Kivule DH
• Buguruni HC

3. Kinondoni

• Mwananyamala RRH
• Mabwepande DH
• Sinza HC

Duties and Responsibilities

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for:

1. Managing the overall study conduct across all nine facilities in the three districts — Temeke, Ilala and Kinondoni — throughout the 24-month study period.
2. Supervising the three District Coordinators and coordinating all field-level study activities.
3. Ensuring protocol fidelity, including the correct application of protocol amendments relating to term babies (Amendment 1) and antibiotic-exposed neonates (Amendment 2).
4. Overseeing supply chain management of Labinic Drops (probiotic product) across all nine facilities.
5. Working with the Data Manager to review monthly data quality reports and resolve open queries.
6. Coordinating the integration of study activities with the dispatch system for between-visit adherence monitoring.
7. Managing serious adverse event (SAE) escalation to the Principal Investigator within the required timelines.
8. Performing any other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Holder of a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized university.
• Must possess a one-year Internship Certificate.
• Must be registered with the Medical Council of Tanganyika and possess a valid practising licence.
• Must possess a Good Clinical Practice (GCP/ICH-E6 R2) certificate, or be willing to obtain the certification before commencement of the study.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical or research experience in maternal, newborn or child health.
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.

Salary

A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate.

General Conditions

1. All applicants must be citizens of Tanzania and must not be above 45 years of age.
2. Applicants with special needs/disabilities are advised to indicate this for MUHAS’s attention.
3. Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing a reliable postal address, postcode, email address and telephone numbers.
4. Applicants must apply based on the information provided in this advertisement.
5. The title of the position applied for must be written in the subject of the application letter and marked on the envelope.
6. Applicants must attach relevant copies of the following certificates:
   • Postgraduate, First Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma and other relevant certificates.
   • Postgraduate, First Degree, Advanced Diploma and Diploma transcripts.
   • Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
   • Computer Certificates, where applicable.
   • Professional Certificates from respective councils, where applicable.
   • One recent passport-size photograph.
   • Copy of birth certificate.
7. Form IV and Form VI result slips will strictly not be accepted.
8. Applicants must provide details of three reputable referees, including their reliable contact information.
9. Certificates obtained from foreign countries must be verified by:
   • Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) – Degree Level;
   • National Accreditation Council for Technical Education (NACTVET/NACTE) – Diploma Level; or
   • National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) – Secondary Education.
10. Applicants must ensure that their colleges/universities are recognized and registered by the relevant Government Authorities.
11. Women are highly encouraged to apply.
12. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
13. Applicants who have retired from public service, for whatever reason, should not apply.
14. Applicants must be able to work shifts, including weekends, where required by the facility roster.
15. Applicants should be comfortable with electronic data entry and basic tablet use.
16. Presentation of forged certificates or other false information will result in legal action.

Application Instructions

A signed application letter should be written in either Swahili or English and addressed to:

The Director of Administration and Human Resource Management
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS)
P.O. Box 65001
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted via email to:

dhrma@muhas.ac.tz

Applicants should submit one merged PDF file containing the required application documents.

The position applied for should be clearly indicated in the email subject and application letter.

Applicants are advised to ensure that their email address and mobile telephone number are correctly written and active.

Application Deadline: 12th October 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Released by:
Vice Chancellor
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS)