Job Vacancy at Tanzania Revenue Workers Union (TAREWU): Finance and Investment Officer – Dar es Salaam, October 2026

Job Overview

Position: Finance and Investment Officer
Organization: Tanzania Revenue Workers Union (TAREWU)
Department: Finance and Investment Department
Reference Number: TAREWU/HQ/RECR/2026/01
Duty Station: TAREWU Headquarters, Dar es Salaam
Job Type: Fixed-Term Contract (3 Years)
Salary Scale: TSS 9
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Posting Date: 13 October 2026
Application Deadline: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 3:30 PM EAT

About Tanzania Revenue Workers Union (TAREWU)

The Tanzania Revenue Workers Union (TAREWU) is a trade union representing employees in the revenue collection sector. It was registered in 2019 under the Employment and Labour Relations Act, Cap. 366 (R.E. 2019).

TAREWU protects the rights and promotes the interests of its members across Tanzania. Under its Second Strategic Plan for 2026–2030, the union is expanding its welfare services, training programmes, digital platforms, and investments while developing a modern and professional Secretariat.

TAREWU invites applications from qualified, dynamic, and self-motivated Tanzanian citizens to fill the position of Finance and Investment Officer at its headquarters in Dar es Salaam.

Job Purpose

The Finance and Investment Officer will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date accounting records, safeguarding members’ subscriptions, and supporting the growth of the union’s investments.

The position contributes to TAREWU’s goal of achieving financial independence in line with Strategic Objective C of its Strategic Plan for 2026–2030.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Process receipts, payment vouchers, petty cash transactions, and bank transactions in accordance with TAREWU’s Financial Regulations.
2. Record members’ subscriptions and agency fees and reconcile them monthly against employers’ payroll deduction schedules.
3. Prepare bank reconciliation statements and maintain the fixed asset register.
4. Prepare monthly own-source revenue reports and quarterly budget execution reports.
5. Support the preparation of the annual budget and annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and coordinate audit requests.
6. Monitor TAREWU’s Treasury Bond and collective investment holdings, coupon receipts, and maturity dates, and prepare investment performance reports.
7. Research investment opportunities and support the preparation of business cases for income-generating projects and the self-insurance scheme.
8. Ensure that statutory deductions are correctly deducted and remitted on time and that the required returns are filed.
9. Support the delivery of financial literacy programmes for union members.
10. Perform any other lawful duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Banking, Economics, or a related field from a recognised institution.
• A professional accountancy qualification, such as CPA(T), ACCA, or an equivalent qualification, with registration by the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA).
• At least two years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or investment work will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel.

Key Competencies and Personal Attributes

Successful candidates should demonstrate the following attributes:

• High integrity and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Ability to meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Good written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
• Strong financial reporting, reconciliation, and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to analyse investment performance and identify potential investment opportunities.

General Conditions for Applicants

1. Applicants must be citizens of Tanzania.
2. Applicants must be 45 years of age or below at the time of application.
3. Applicants must submit an up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV) containing reliable contact details, including postal address, email address, telephone number, and the names and contact details of three reliable referees.
4. Applicants must attach certified copies of academic and professional certificates, academic transcripts, Form IV and Form VI certificates where applicable, and a birth certificate.
5. Statements of results, provisional results, testimonials, and partial transcripts will not be accepted.
6. Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them verified by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU), the National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA), or the National Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (NACTVET), as applicable.
7. Applicants must clearly indicate the position applied for. A separate application must be submitted for each position.
8. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
9. Submission of forged certificates or false information will result in disqualification and may lead to legal action.
10. Canvassing in any form will result in automatic disqualification.
11. TAREWU is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Terms of Employment

The successful candidate will be employed on a fixed-term contract of three years, with an attractive remuneration package in accordance with the TAREWU Salary Scale (TSS) and the organisation’s Staff Regulations.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a signed application letter quoting the position title and reference number, together with the required supporting documents, through the official TAREWU Career Portal.

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Applicants should ensure that all required documents are attached and that the application is submitted before the deadline.

Application Deadline

Monday, 19 October 2026, at 3:30 PM East Africa Time (EAT).

Issued By

Michael John Marere
Secretary General
Tanzania Revenue Workers Union (TAREWU)

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