IT Infrastructure Technician (All Interested Candidates)

IT Infrastructure Technician (All Interested Candidates)Open Period:09/24/2026 – 10/08/2026 Format MM/DD/YYYYVacancy Time Zone:GMT+3Series/Grade:LE – 1834 7Salary:TZS TSh33,248,367 /Per YearWork Schedule:Full-time – 40HRS PER WEEKPromotion Potential:LE-7Duty Location(s):1Vacancy inDar Es Salaam, TZTelework Eligible:NoFor More Info:HR OFFICE022-229-4148DAR-Recruitment@state.govHiring Path:• Open to the publicWho May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:All Interested Applicants / All Sources/For USEFM – FP grade is 7. Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.Security Clearance Required:Public Trust – Background InvestigationAppointment TypePermanentMarketing Statement:We encourage you to review theEight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employeesbefore you apply.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.Summary:The U.S. Mission in Tanzania is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for theIT Infrastructure Technician positionin the Diplomatic Technology Office.Supervisory Position:NoRelocation Expenses Reimbursed:NoTravel Required:Occasional TravelOCCASIONAL TRAVELDutiesInstalls, maintains, repairs, and supports IT and communications infrastructure, including telephone/PABX systems, radio communication systems, data/network cabling, and audio-visual (AV) systems, in U.S. Government (USG) facilities, vehicles, and official USG residences. Performs installation, termination, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of structured data and network cabling. Supports communications requirements for VIP visits and events at off-site locations, including the setup and operation of telephone, radio, and audio-visual communications systems. Maintains inventory and records of IT and communications equipment, tools, cabling, and systems.Click this link to view a full position description:https://tz.mwp.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/72/2026/09/MAJOR-DUTIES-IT-Infrastructure-Technician.pdfQualifications and EvaluationsRequirements:All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:Security certificate; andMedical certificateAll selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and a pre-employment medical exam.Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time upon receipt of agency authorization and clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.Education Requirements:At least two (2) years of post-secondary study at a vocational college or university in Information Technology (IT) infrastructure, telecommunications, or network systems.Please address this factor in your ERA application under Education.Evaluations:You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.Qualifications:Experience:A minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience in the installation, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of data, voice, radio, or audio-visual communications systems, including hands-on experience with telephone/PABX systems, radio communications systems, and the installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting of data and network cabling.Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.Language:LEVEL 3 – Good working Knowledge (reading, speaking, and writing) in English and good working knowledge (reading, speaking, and writing) Kiswahili is required.(This may be tested)Please address this language requirement in your ERA application.Knowledge:Knowledge of IT infrastructure theory and practices, including installation, operation, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting.Specific knowledge of host country relevant regulations and protocols on telecommunication and internet access.Basic understanding of how IT endpoints (radios, telephones, televisions, audiovisual equipment) operate at the user level.Knowledge of cabling, radio, voice or network infrastructure industry standards.Knowledge of how to maintain an inventory system.Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.Skills And Abilities:Strong administrative and record-keeping skills. Ability to read and interpret technical documents and schematics in both English and local language. Effective communication skills with a wide range of technical and management personnel. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Experience using a variety of hand and power tools, as well as electronic diagnostic equipment, including drills, multimeters, tone generators, and network testers. General use skills in productivity applications including Microsoft Office. Ability to use professional diagramming software to create network topology diagrams and the ability to read and explain network topologies.Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.Benefits and Other InfoBenefits:Agency Benefits:The U.S. Mission in Tanzania offers compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.Other Information:HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below. It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference.HIRING PREFERENCE ORDERAppointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*AEFM / USEFMForeign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights *** IMPORTANT: U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”) preferably Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.** This level of preference applies to all FS employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.For complete definitions of AEFM, USEFM, EFM, Member of Household, etc., please visit the3 FAM 7210 Definitions.ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONSThe following apply to EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs only:Current employees who used a hiring preference to gain employment who are within their first 90 calendar days of employment are not eligible. This does not apply when the hiring mechanism is TEMP or the work schedule is intermittent or irregular.Candidates with a hiring preference who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing.The following apply to Locally Employed (LE) staff only:Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible.Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory, or an MBC score of less than 100 points on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible.How to ApplyHow to Apply:Click the “Apply to This Vacancy” button at the top of the page to begin your application. For an instructional video on how to apply clickhere.Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job-related skills or requirements in your application.You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position.For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office.To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office atDAR-Recruitment@state.gov.Required Documents:Please uploadallapplicable documents to your application. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your applicationwill bedisqualified for this position.All Applicants:Proof of CitizenshipWork Permit (if applicable)University DegreeUniversity TranscriptCertificateResume/CVIn addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:Copy of Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)Passport copyDD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)SF-50 (if applicable)Next Steps:Applicants who are shortlisted and invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contactedvia email.For more information on applying foror employment with us, please visit the U.S. Mission website https://tz.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/ and follow us on social media atFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/usembassytz/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/usembassytz/X (formally Twitter):https://twitter.com/usembassytzThank you for your application and your interest in working with us.How to Apply:To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.CLICK HERE TO APPLY About Announcement Number:DaresSalaam-2026-020Hiring Agency:Embassy Dar Es SalaamPosition Title:IT Infrastructure Technician (All Interested Candidates)Open Period:09/24/2026 – 10/08/2026 Format MM/DD/YYYYVacancy Time Zone:GMT+3Series/Grade:LE – 1834 7Salary:TZS TSh33,248,367 /Per YearWork Schedule:Full-time – 40HRS PER WEEKPromotion Potential:LE-7 Duty Location(s):1Vacancy inDar Es Salaam, TZTelework Eligible:NoFor More Info:HR OFFICE022-229-4148DAR-Recruitment@state.gov Dar Es Salaam, TZ EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. Duties Installs, maintains, repairs, and supports IT and communications infrastructure, including telephone/PABX systems, radio communication systems, data/network cabling, and audio-visual (AV) systems, in U.S. Government (USG) facilities, vehicles, and official USG residences. Performs installation, termination, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of structured data and network cabling. Supports communications requirements for VIP visits and events at off-site locations, including the setup and operation of telephone, radio, and audio-visual communications systems. Maintains inventory and records of IT and communications equipment, tools, cabling, and systems. Click this link to view a full position description: https://tz.mwp.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/72/2026/09/MAJOR-DUTIES-IT-Infrastructure-Technician.pdf Qualifications and Evaluations Security certificate; and Medical certificate All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and a pre-employment medical exam.Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time upon receipt of agency authorization and clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. Please address this factor in your ERA application under Education. A minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience in the installation, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of data, voice, radio, or audio-visual communications systems, including hands-on experience with telephone/PABX systems, radio communications systems, and the installation, termination, testing, and troubleshooting of data and network cabling. Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities. Language: LEVEL 3 – Good working Knowledge (reading, speaking, and writing) in English and good working knowledge (reading, speaking, and writing) Kiswahili is required.(This may be tested) Please address this language requirement in your ERA application. Knowledge: Knowledge of IT infrastructure theory and practices, including installation, operation, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting. Specific knowledge of host country relevant regulations and protocols on telecommunication and internet access. Basic understanding of how IT endpoints (radios, telephones, televisions, audiovisual equipment) operate at the user level. Knowledge of cabling, radio, voice or network infrastructure industry standards. Knowledge of how to maintain an inventory system. Skills And Abilities: Strong administrative and record-keeping skills. Ability to read and interpret technical documents and schematics in both English and local language. Effective communication skills with a wide range of technical and management personnel. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Experience using a variety of hand and power tools, as well as electronic diagnostic equipment, including drills, multimeters, tone generators, and network testers. General use skills in productivity applications including Microsoft Office. Ability to use professional diagramming software to create network topology diagrams and the ability to read and explain network topologies. Benefits and Other Info For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C. A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below. It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference. HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran* AEFM / USEFM Foreign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights ** * IMPORTANT: U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”) preferably Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given. ** This level of preference applies to all FS employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau. For complete definitions of AEFM, USEFM, EFM, Member of Household, etc., please visit the3 FAM 7210 Definitions.ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONSThe following apply to EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs only: For complete definitions of AEFM, USEFM, EFM, Member of Household, etc., please visit the3 FAM 7210 Definitions. ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONSThe following apply to EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs only: Current employees who used a hiring preference to gain employment who are within their first 90 calendar days of employment are not eligible. This does not apply when the hiring mechanism is TEMP or the work schedule is intermittent or irregular. Candidates with a hiring preference who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing. The following apply to Locally Employed (LE) staff only: Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible. Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory, or an MBC score of less than 100 points on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible. How to Apply Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job-related skills or requirements in your application. You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position. For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office atDAR-Recruitment@state.gov. Proof of Citizenship Work Permit (if applicable) University Degree University Transcript Certificate Resume/CV In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit: Copy of Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent) Passport copy DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable) SF-50 (if applicable) For more information on applying foror employment with us, please visit the U.S. Mission website https://tz.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/ and follow us on social media at Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/usembassytz/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/usembassytz/ X (formally Twitter):https://twitter.com/usembassytz Thank you for your application and your interest in working with us. How to Apply: To submit your application, please follow the link provided below. CLICK HERE TO APPLY