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Posted on Monday, July 3, 2023

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Duties and responsibilities

Prioritizing research problems for implementation;
Developing research concepts for donor support;
Guiding research scientists in identification of research areas;
Reviewing project proposals, scientific publications and grant applications for submission;
Coordinating medium sized multi-disciplinary research teams;
Budgeting for research projects and resource management;
Writing relevant technical reports including refereed journal papers, book chapters, research notes, technical notes, conference papers and posters, dissemination flyers for stakeholder sensitization;
Disseminating research findings in local and international fora that include seminar, workshops, congress;
Briefing visitors including County and National government on the institution’s research activities;
Participating in planning and executing relevant capacity building courses to improve research skills for scientists;
Implementing relevant ISO standards in their departments;
Training, supervising and mentoring scientists, technologists, and students;
Implementing institute’s and national aquatic research policies;
Identifying innovations and technologies for up-scaling;
Assist in providing scientific advisory services on behalf of the Institute;
Responding to calls for proposals for consultancies (e.g. on development projects, status of environment) upon request
Developing Policy briefs
Organizing monthly internal seminars
Participating in conferences, field days, and workshop
Participating in joint research (both locally and internationally) through combined development of research proposals and publications
Soliciting for grants to organize scientific workshops (local, regional, international)

Requirements for appointment/Persons Specification

At least six (6) years of relevant experience, three (3) of which must have been as a Research Scientist or a comparable position in the public or private sector;
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree in any of the following fields: Biochemistry or Natural Products chemistry and other relevant disciplines from a recognized institution;
Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Biochemistry or Natural Products chemistry and other relevant disciplines from a recognized institution;
Published a minimum of five (5) peer reviewed publications in ISI-indexed journals, with at least two (2) first authorship as a Research Scientist, KMFRI Grade 6, or a comparable position;
A supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks;
Project Management Course lasting not less than one (1) month from a recognized institution;
Demonstrated professional competence as reflected in work performance and results; and
Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

Other Key Competencies and Skills

Strong communication and reporting skills;
Strong analytical and numerical skills;
Strong organization and interpersonal skill;
Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills;
Conflict management; and
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi-task.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates MUST complete the KMFRI Job Application Form, 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, 17th July 2023.

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

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES in compliance with the Chapter Six of the Constitution will be required to present originals of the following documents:

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 from recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Only SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES will be contacted and shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates during the interviews.

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 MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

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