Diwan Rajim Maatouk for Southern and Saharan Development, under Tunisia's Ministry of National Defense, announced an external competitive exam to recruit 8 agents in the Joint Technical Corps of public administrations for 2026. The positions include 5 technicians in various specialties and 3 technical assistants. The competitive exam aims to fill positions in technical fields essential for the development of southern and Saharan regions.

The positions available include technicians in thermal engineering and renewable energies, agricultural sciences-plant production, mechanical engineering, and mining and pumping techniques. Additionally, there are positions for technical assistants in industrial maintenance, land surveying, and agricultural sciences-vegetables. Candidates must meet specific age and qualification requirements. For technical positions, applicants must not exceed 40 years old as of January 1, 2026, and must hold a higher technical diploma or equivalent.

Applicants for technical assistant positions must not exceed 35 years old and must hold a training certificate at the baccalaureate level. Successful candidates will be required to work throughout the geographical area covered by Diwan Rajim Maatouk. The recruitment process will consist of two stages: the first stage involves evaluating and scoring applications based on a differential scoring grid that considers success rates.

The second stage of the recruitment process includes an oral test for initially selected candidates. In cases where candidates have equal scores, priority will be given to the older candidate. Additionally, priority will be given to job seekers registered with employment offices for more than 10 years, provided they submit the required declaration and certificate.

Interested candidates must register electronically through the public competition website www.concours.gov.tn, then retrieve the application form, attach it to their paper file, and submit it directly to the Diwan's central registry office or send it by registered mail. The envelope must be labeled "Do not open - external competitive exam for recruitment..." and addressed to Diwan Rajim Maatouk for Southern and Saharan Development.

The deadline for submitting applications is October 9, 2026. Diwan Rajim Maatouk's initiative aims to strengthen its technical capabilities to implement development projects in southern and Saharan regions. The recruitment process is designed to ensure transparency and merit-based selection.

This competitive exam is part of Diwan Rajim Maatouk's efforts to enhance its workforce and implement its development strategies effectively. The organization plays a crucial role in promoting economic and social development in Tunisia's southern and Saharan regions.

Key points

  • The competitive exam aims to recruit 8 technical agents and assistants for various specialties.
  • Applicants must meet specific age and qualification requirements based on the position they are applying for.
  • The recruitment process consists of two stages: evaluating applications and an oral test for selected candidates.

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