EXT/KMF/TEMP/21 – Assistant Research Scientist (6 Posts) at Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)

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: -

• 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.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Good Communication skills;
• Good Interpersonal skills; 
• Good Organizational skills; and
• Good team player.