Manager-In-Training (MIT) – Electrical at Kilombero Sugar

Job Function: Manufacturing

Designation: Manager-In-Training - Engineering

Level: First Line Manager

Employment Type: Contract

Workplace Type: Onsite

Location: Morogoro, Tanzania

Introduction

We are looking for a young, dynamic, and result-oriented person to fill the position of Manager-In-Training (MIT) - Electrical in the Company's Manufacturing Department. The successful candidate will be developed through a special in-house training programme that has been specifically developed to equip trainees with the relevant and necessary Electronics engineering competencies, functional expertise, and management skills.

Upon successful completion of the training programme and good performance, candidates may stand a chance to be engaged with the Company on a permanent basis.

Programme Background

The MIT Development Programme is a structured development tool that guides the MIT's learning pathway as they journey from graduate to manager.

This programme is intended to:

• Introduce MITs to the Sugar Industry and KSCL.
• Provide MITs with all the technical, leadership, and business exposure required to become managers in their field of expertise within KSCL once they exit the programme.
• Build the competencies required in KSCL in the MIT's field of expertise through the programme's technical section, such as Engineering, Agriculture, and Commercial.
• Prepare participants for appointment to a permanent position upon successful completion of the programme.
• Develop candidates into competent leaders with solid practical grounding, capable of making significant contributions toward achieving company objectives and supporting the company's future success.

Programme Objectives

• Support the transition of the MIT from a learning institution to the world of work.
• Connect the MIT with other people within the business.
• Develop technical proficiency, business acumen, and leadership skills.
• Measure individual progress against identified and articulated outcomes.
• Provide guided learning where outcomes are known while allowing flexibility within a structured learning framework.
• Conduct developmental reviews intended to close identified competency gaps.
• Encourage continuous improvement by creating a feedback loop that brings fresh and innovative thinking into the business.

Must Have Skills

• Effective communication skills in both English and Swahili.
• Above average computer literacy.
• Leadership skills.

Qualifications

• BSc in Electronics Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Above average computer literacy.
• Effective communication skills in both English and Swahili.
• Graduate Engineer.
• Leadership skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Creative and innovative.
• Team player.
• Overall desire to learn and adapt to new concepts.

Terms of Service

The successful candidate will be engaged on a fixed-term contract for the duration of the programme.

How to Apply

All interested candidates who meet the above requirements should apply for the position on or before 06 August 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kilombero Sugar Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.