Economic affairs specialist (local researcher) – fixed-term position
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the United Republic of Tanzania invites applications from qualified and highly motivated candidates for the position of Economic Affairs Specialist (Local Researcher).
Source clarification: The introductory paragraph of the official announcement refers to the position as “Economic Security Specialist (Local Researcher),” while the position information lists it as “Economic Affairs Specialist (Local Researcher).”
Position information
- Position: Economic Affairs Specialist (Local Researcher)
- Number of vacancies: One (1)
- Duty station: Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Dar es Salaam
- Employment type: Full-time, fixed-term contract
- Contract period: Less than one year
- Probationary period: Three (3) months
The exact contract period will be determined through mutual consultation. The contract will automatically terminate upon expiry of the agreed contract period.
Main responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Monitoring, researching and analysing major economic issues and developments in Tanzania and East Africa. Relevant areas may include:
- Trade and investment
- Energy
- Natural resources
- Minerals
- Other related economic matters
- Supporting the preparation of:
- Analytical reports
- Policy briefs
- Briefing notes
- Presentations
- Monitoring economy-related laws, regulations, government policies and administrative measures in Tanzania and the wider East African region.
Qualifications
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
- Hold a master’s degree or higher in a field relevant to economic security; or
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to economic security, with at least five years of relevant professional experience.
Applicants must also be legally eligible to work in Tanzania.
Required attributes
Applicants should possess the following:
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
- Strong research, analytical and report-writing skills.
- Good knowledge of Tanzania’s economic, legal, regulatory and business environment.
- Good interpersonal, communication and networking skills.
- Professionalism, discipline, integrity and discretion.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- A proactive and well-organised approach to work.
Added advantages
The following will be considered advantages:
- Ability to communicate in written or spoken Korean.
- Relevant professional experience in any of the following:
- Government
- International organisations
- Research institutions
- Universities
- Consulting firms
- Business associations
- Private sector organisations
Employment conditions
Salary
- All-inclusive gross monthly salary: USD 1,500
The gross monthly salary of USD 1,500 is all-inclusive and constitutes the employee’s entire contractual cash remuneration.
The Embassy will not provide any additional:
- Salary
- Bonus
- Performance incentive
- Gratuity
- Contractual severance payment
- Housing allowance
- Transport allowance
- Meal allowance
- Communication allowance
- Medical allowance
- Relocation allowance
- Other allowance, benefit or additional cash payment
This provision does not exclude any payment, contribution or entitlement that the Embassy is legally required to provide under applicable law.
Applicable taxes, the employee’s share of statutory social security contributions and any other legally required deductions will be deducted from the gross monthly salary.
Any statutory contribution that the Embassy is required to pay as the employer will not constitute additional salary or cash remuneration payable directly to the employee.
Probation and contract terms
The first three months of employment will constitute the probationary period. During this period, the employee’s performance, competence and suitability for the position will be assessed.
Employment may be terminated during or upon completion of the probationary period in accordance with the employment contract and applicable laws and regulations.
Successful completion of the probationary period does not guarantee an extension or renewal of the contract.
This is strictly a fixed-term position. It does not create any guarantee or expectation of contract renewal or conversion to indefinite-term or permanent employment.
Required application documents
Applications must include the following documents in English:
1. Covering letter
The covering letter should include a personal statement outlining the applicant’s:
- Personal history
- Motivation
- Qualifications
- Suitability for the position
2. Detailed curriculum vitae
The curriculum vitae should include:
- Educational qualifications
- Professional experience
- Language proficiency
- Contact information
3. Proof of highest academic qualification
Applicants must submit a copy of the certificate or diploma for their highest academic degree.
4. Certificates of employment or professional experience
Certificates or other supporting documents should be submitted where relevant professional experience is being used to meet the qualification requirements.
Additional document requirements
- There is no prescribed format for the application documents.
- Documents not written in English must be accompanied by an English translation.
- Shortlisted applicants or the successful candidate may be required to provide:
- Original academic certificates
- Original employment certificates
- Identification documents
- Professional references
- Proof of eligibility to work in Tanzania
- Police clearance certificate
Application period and submission
- Application period: 3 August 2026 to 14 August 2026
- Submission method: In person or by post
- Electronic applications: Not accepted
Applications must be submitted during the Embassy’s official working hours to:
Chief Administrator
Embassy of the Republic of Korea
19th Floor, Golden Jubilee Towers
Ohio Street, City Centre
P.O. Box 1154
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Application documents must be placed in a sealed envelope clearly marked:
APPLICATION FOR ECONOMIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
Applications received after the deadline or submitted with incomplete documentation may not be considered.
Selection process
The selection process may include:
- Document screening.
- A written assessment, if necessary.
- An interview.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted individually.
The successful candidate may be subject to reference, background and security checks before the employment contract is signed.
Important notice
- Any false statement, omission or forged document will result in disqualification or cancellation of employment.
- The Embassy does not charge any application, examination, interview or recruitment fee.
- Application documents and personal information will be used solely for recruitment purposes.
- All information obtained during employment will be treated as confidential.
- The selected candidate will be required to sign confidentiality and information-security undertakings.
- The Embassy reserves the right not to appoint any candidate if no suitable applicant is identified.
- The recruitment schedule and expected starting date may change depending on the Embassy’s operational requirements.
