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KMFRI was established to conduct research on aquatic systems covering both marine and freshwater. The Institute has grown from staff strength of two Research Scientists at inception to the current 122 scientists. KMFRI’s approved staff establishment stands at 1,350 employees.
KMFRI infrastructure capacity has also expanded from two research stations...
Remuneration and Benefits
- Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 69,766 – KShs. 90,695 P.M.;
- House Allowance: KShs. 28,000 P.M.
- Commuter Allowance: KShs. 7,000 P.M.
- Annual Leave Allowance: KShs.8,500 P.A.
- Medical Cover and Other Allowances: As provided by KMFRI
- Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.
Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail assisting in:
- Identifying research problem with stakeholders;
- Prioritizing research problems for implementation;
- Developing research concepts;
- Identifying relevant literature material;
- Collecting of data in the field;
- Data Analysis;
- Writing appropriate technical reports including research notes, technical notes, conference posters, dissemination flyers;
- Organizing and implementing dissemination activities that include Open days, ASK shows;
- Disseminating research findings in local fora that include seminar, workshops, congress;
- Mentor students on attachment, interns and visitors including High School and Colleges;
- Implementing relevant ISO standards in their departments;
- Compiling departmental quarterly and annual reports;
Persons Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
- Upper second-class Bachelor’s Honors degree or equivalent degree in any of the following fields: Aquatic or Fisheries Sciences, Biological or Physical Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Environmental studies, Geology, Sociology, Economics, Anthropology, Bio-statistics, Marine engineering, Biometrics, Biotechnology; or any other aquatic, fisheries and other relevant disciplines from a recognized University.
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C+ (Plus) or equivalent; and
- Proficiency in computer applications; and
- Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution
Key Competencies and Skills
- Good Communication skills;
- Good Interpersonal skills;
- Good Organizational skills;
- Good team player; and
- Ability to work under pressure.
Interested and qualified candidates MUST complete the KMFRI Job Application Form (Available from the ‘Vacancies’ section at the KMFRI Website - https://www.kmfri.go.ke), attach their testimonials, certificates, copy of their National Identification Card (ID) and Curriculum Vitae (CV). Submit their applications both in HARD and SOFT COPY, and envelopes containing the documents should clearly be marked with the position applied for and sent to the address below not later than Monday, 29th April 2024.
The Director General,
Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute,
P. O. Box 81651 – 80100,
Silos Road, English Point, Mkomani,
Mombasa, KENYA
Email: recruitment@kmfri.go.ke
NOTE
- Only SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES will be contacted and shall be required to produce originals of:
- Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
- Clearance/Compliance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority
- Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Clearance/Report from recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES will be invited for an oral and practical interview.
Any canvassing will lead to AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.
KMFRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY, PERSONS LIVING WITH DISABILITY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINAL
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