1.0 Establishment and Leadership
The Printing Unit was established in 2009. Before this set up, there existed what

was known as TIE Publications Unit (TPU). According to TIE’s Scheme of

Service revised 2009, the printing Manager is a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in

printing and at least 5 years experience in the field or holder of Diploma in

Printing with experience of more than ten years. The unit is headed by a Printing

Manager who has more than 25 years in the Printing industry and  is assisted

 by two editors. This Unit now works under the Directorate of Research

Information and Publications (RIP); handling all printing and publications

matters.

2.0 Core functions
The core functions are the following:-
2.1 To advice the Director General on the Institute’s printing activities
2.1 Receive manuscripts from Director RIP
2.2 Plan for typesetting and graphic designing
2.3 Set technical specifications for printing
2.4 Set security systems to safeguard publications; e.g placing water marks.
2.5 Make soft copies for all publications which are ready  for printing.
2.6 Take hard and soft copies to Chief of Procurement, Supplies and Logistics

        Officer.
2.7 Check printed publications for quantity during delivery.
2.8 Observe delivery times with suppliers as per the printing contract.
2.9 To continue persuading TIE to establish a Printing factory at TIE

 

3.1 TIE Corporate Strategic Plan 2011-2016
3.2 TIE almanac of events
3.3 Printing feasibility Study report for TIE
3.4 Sheria na Kanuni za TET
3.5 Sheria ya kuanzisha TET
4.0 Upcoming Events
        For the time being the Printing Unit, unofficially is tasked to handle various

        educational exhibitions and other public events relevant for TIE to publicize

        itself. TIE is expected to participate in the coming Sabasaba and any other

        exhibitions.

5.0 Contact Information
The Printing Manager;
Mob: 0784 303834; E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it