The Tanzania Prisons Service (Jeshi la Magereza) has officially announced 2025 job opportunities for young Tanzanians. This recruitment is open to both Form IV graduates and skilled professionals with diplomas or degrees in specialized fields. If you’re motivated, disciplined, and eager to serve your country, this could be your opportunity to join a respected government institution dedicated to justice, security, and rehabilitation.

Why Join the Tanzania Prisons Service?

Serve your nation in a respected government security institution.
Gain valuable training, discipline, and career growth opportunities.
Contribute to rehabilitation and reintegration efforts across Tanzania.
Specialist positions available for degree/diploma holders in diverse fields.

General Eligibility Criteria

Must be a Tanzanian citizen with a valid NIDA ID or number.
Form IV applicants: age 18–24; specialized applicants: age 18–28.
Minimum height: 5’4” (women) and 5’7” (men).
Physically and mentally fit (verified by a government doctor).
Unmarried, no children, no tattoos, no criminal record.
Not previously employed by the government or dismissed from TPS training.
Willing to attend prison officer training and serve anywhere in Tanzania Mainland.

Available Positions and Qualifications

Degree-Level Positions

Software Engineering
Multimedia Technology & Animation
Cyber Security
Network Engineering
Psychology & Counseling
Mining Engineering

Diploma-Level Positions

Office Machine Technology
Sign Language
Nursing
Agro-Mechanization
Agriculture
Animal Health & Production
Secretarial Studies

How to Apply

Verify Eligibility: Ensure you meet all requirements (age, health, education, discipline).
Apply Online: Submit applications only through the Tanzania Prisons Service Recruitment Portal.
Upload Documents: Provide valid Form IV certificates, academic qualifications, NIDA ID, and other required documents.
Submit on Time: Deadline for applications is August 29, 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Important Warnings

Forged documents or false information will result in disqualification and legal action.
Only online applications through the official TPS portal will be processed.
Candidates previously dismissed from TPS training are not eligible to reapply.

Conclusion

This recruitment drive offers an excellent chance for young Tanzanians to join Jeshi la Magereza and build a meaningful career in service to the nation. Whether you’re a recent Form IV graduate or a professional in fields like cyber security, nursing, agriculture, or engineering, this is your chance to apply. Don’t miss the opportunity — apply through the official TPS portal before 29th August 2025.