The Principal Research & Development Officer II reports to Manager of Planning, Research & Development.

1.1 Main Duties and Responsibilities
i) To advise the supervisor on matters related to research in the regulated transport sub-sectors in assessing constraints, quality levels and availability of services;
ii) To coordinate development of research/study proposals;
iii) To evaluate impacts of the regulatory policies on the regulated transport service suppliers, consumers and potential investors;
iv) To carry out studies and research on the regulated transport sub-sectors geared at improving efficiency, quality and standards;
v) To monitor implementation of research and studies carried out by consultants;
vi) To assess growth of the regulated sub-sectors in terms of efficiency, quality, standards and return on investment;
vii) To assist in report compilation and preparation of presentation formats for dissemination of research/study findings to key stakeholders;
viii) To make follow-up on stakeholders’ implementation of research/study reports’ recommendations;
ix) To monitor the conduct of the service providers with a view to ensuring economic efficiency and best trade practices in the regulated sub-sectors;
x) To prepare individual objectives/targets and performance standards as part of the individual performance agreement in consultation with the supervisor; and
xi) To perform other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

1.2 Minimum qualifications and Requirements
• University Master degree in Transport Management, Economics, Statistics, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• University Bachelor degree or Advanced Diploma in Transport Management, Economics, Statistics, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• At least seven (7) years of relevant working experience in a reputable institution.

DEADLINE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATION
Application should be SUBMITTED IN ENVELOPE to the address below NOT LATER
THAN TUESDAY, 29TH DECEMBER, 2015 AT 1700 HRS. Any application received after the due date will not be considered.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for Interview.
DIRECTOR GENERAL,
SUMATRA HEAD OFFICE,
MAWASILIANO HOUSE,
ALI HASSAN MWINYI RD/NKOMO ST.
P. O. BOX 3093,
DAR ES SALAAM.