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Commission for Human Rights and Good Governance (CHRAGG)
Chairman, Vice Chairman, Commissioners & Assistant Commissioners Vacancies at CHRAGG – August 2026
Job Overview
Organization: Commission for Human Rights and Good Governance (CHRAGG)
Location: Tanzania
Employment Type: Public Service Appointment
Application Deadline: 31 August 2026
The Appointment Committee for Commissioners, established under Article 129 (4) of the Constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania, 1977, invites applications from qualified Tanzanian citizens for the positions of:
- Chairman (1 Position)
- Vice Chairman (1 Position)
- Commissioners (5 Positions)
- Assistant Commissioners
These appointments follow the expiry of the tenure of existing Commissioners.
1. Chairman – 1 Position
Qualifications
According to Article 129 (2) (a) of the Constitution of Tanzania, the applicant must possess qualifications required for appointment as a Judge.
Required Experience & Competencies
Applicants must demonstrate:
- Knowledge and experience in:
- Law.
- Governance.
- Politics.
- Social affairs.
- High reputation for:
- Morality.
- Integrity.
- Impartiality.
- Competence in human rights and good governance.
- Strong commitment to human rights principles.
- Excellent writing and communication skills in English and Swahili.
- Ability to make fair and timely decisions.
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with diplomacy.
- Ability to manage confidential matters.
- Strong conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Key Duties
The Chairman will be responsible for:
- Promoting public awareness of human rights and responsibilities.
- Receiving complaints regarding human rights violations.
- Conducting investigations into human rights violations and governance issues.
- Conducting research and public education on human rights.
- Initiating legal proceedings where necessary.
- Investigating abuse of authority by individuals or institutions.
- Advising Government, public institutions, and private sector organizations.
- Promoting reconciliation among individuals and institutions.
Salary Grade
LSSE/8-1 plus additional attractive fringe benefits.
2. Vice Chairman – 1 Position
Qualifications
Applicants should possess skills, experience, and broad knowledge in:
- Human rights.
- Law.
- Administration.
- Political affairs.
- Social affairs.
Required Experience & Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Experience in law, governance, politics, or social matters.
- High integrity, morality, impartiality, and competence.
- Commitment to human rights values.
- Strong communication skills in English and Swahili.
- Ability to make balanced decisions.
- Conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially.
- Ability to work effectively individually and within teams.
Key Duties
Responsibilities include:
- Creating awareness of human rights and responsibilities.
- Receiving and handling complaints.
- Conducting investigations.
- Conducting human rights research and public education.
- Supporting legal action where required.
- Advising government and institutions on human rights matters.
- Supporting reconciliation initiatives.
Salary Grade
LSSE/7-1 plus additional attractive fringe benefits.
3. Commissioners – 5 Positions
Qualifications
Applicants should possess skills, experience, and wide knowledge in:
- Human rights.
- Law.
- Administration.
- Political affairs.
- Social affairs.
Required Experience & Competencies
Candidates must have:
- Experience and involvement in human rights, governance, law, politics, or social issues.
- Excellent reputation for integrity and impartiality.
- Strong commitment to human rights.
- Strong communication skills in English and Swahili.
- Decision-making ability.
- Conflict management skills.
- Ability to manage sensitive complaints.
- Ability to work independently and within teams.
Key Duties
Commissioners will:
- Promote human rights awareness.
- Receive complaints from the public.
- Investigate human rights violations.
- Conduct research and public education.
- Recommend legal action when necessary.
- Investigate misconduct or abuse of authority.
- Advise government and institutions.
- Promote reconciliation.
Salary Grade
LSSE/6-1 plus additional attractive fringe benefits.
4. Assistant Commissioners
Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- High reputation.
- Strong morality.
- Integrity.
- Impartiality.
- Competence in human rights and good governance matters.
Required Experience & Competencies
Applicants should have:
- Knowledge and experience in law, governance, politics, or social affairs.
- Commitment to human rights principles.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Swahili.
- Ability to handle difficult situations professionally.
- Strong conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work independently and in teams.
Key Duties
Assistant Commissioners will:
- Receive complaints from members of the public.
- Conduct necessary investigations.
- Perform other duties assigned by CHRAGG.
Salary Grade
LSSE4-1 plus additional attractive fringe benefits.
Tenure & Conditions of Service
According to Article 129 (5) of the Constitution of Tanzania:
- The Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Commissioners will serve a term of three (3) years.
- They may be re-appointed for only one additional term of three years.
Appointed Commissioners must immediately resign from any conflicting positions, including:
- Political party offices.
- Parliamentary positions.
- Judicial offices.
- Public service positions.
- Electoral commission membership.
- Local government authority positions.
- Other public offices.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- Application letter.
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Copies of academic certificates.
- Three recommendation letters.
Application Submission
Applications should be sent by:
Post
Appointment Committee
Utumishi Street, Government City, Mtumba Area
P.O. Box 1954
Dodoma, Tanzania
Physical Submission
Mainland Tanzania Applicants:
Office of the Attorney General’s Building,
Utumishi Street, Government City, Mtumba Area, Dodoma.
Zanzibar Applicants:
Commission for Human Rights and Good Governance Offices,
Sheikh ya Momba, Mkapa Road, Town Street,
Building No. MS/ML/F199, Magharibi B District, Zanzibar.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 31 August 2026
Shortlisted applicants will be published in the media, and members of the public will be invited to submit comments regarding candidates’ suitability.
Contact Information
For inquiries:
Telephone: 0733122200
Issued by:
Deputy Attorney General
Secretary, Appointments Committee
To apply for this job email your details to kamati.uteuzi@oag.go.tz