Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute Opportunities!

KENYA MARINE AND FISHERIES RESEARCH INSTITUTE

About us

Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), a State Corporation under the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs, State Department for Blue Economy and Fisheries, was established by an Act of parliament (The Science and Technology Act Cap. 250 of the Laws of Kenya of 1979) which has since been repealed by The Science, Technology and Innovation Act No. 28 of 2013.

KMFRI’s mandate is to undertake research in “marine and freshwater fisheries, aquaculture, environmental and ecological studies, and marine research including chemical and physical oceanography”, in order to provide scientific data and information for sustainable development of the Blue Economy. The Institute is also mandated to cooperate with other organizations and institutions of higher learning in training programmes and on matters of relevant research. The Institute has Research Centers and Stations located at Mombasa, Kisumu, Naivasha, Baringo, Kegati, Sangoro, Sagana, Turkana, Mutonga, Shimoni, a research substation at Gazi and the Nairobi liaison office.
KMFRI is seeking to recruit externally self-motivated professionals who are team players to fill the following vacant positions within her approved staff establishment:

1. Ext/A/KMF/1. Senior Engineer – KMFRI Grade 5 (1 Post)

Job Specification
Duties and Responsibilities 

•  Preparing institutional infrastructure maintenance plans.
• Preparing technical designs for experimental systems based on research scientist performance requirements;
•  Advising research scientists on technical feasibility of proposed infrastructure developments;
•  Supervising ongoing infrastructure projects; and
•  Mentoring, supervising, guiding and training engineers within the department.

 Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, a person must have: –

•  At least six (6) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the position of Engineer or a comparable position in the public or private sector;
• Bachelor of Science Degree in one of the following fields: – Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Building and Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering
•  Post-graduate diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Maritime and Civil Engineering, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
•  Registration with the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya;
•  Supervisory Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency literate in computer especially in the use of auto card, arch card, MS word Revit, Ms Project, Civil 3D, Prokon and other structural design & detailing software. skills; and
•  Meets the requirements provisions of chapter six of constitution.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Strong communication and reporting skills;
•  Strong analytical and numerical skills;
•  Strong organization and interpersonal skill;
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills; and
•  Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multitask.

Remuneration and Benefits

i) Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 116,410 – KShs. 151,334 P.M.;
ii) House Allowance: KShs. 45,000 P.M.
iii) Commuter Allowance: KShs. 13,000 P.M.
iv) Annual Leave Allowance: KShs.12,500 P.A.
v) Medical Cover and Other Allowances: As provided by KMFRI

2. Ext/A/KMF/2. Senior Security Officer – KMFRI Grade 6 (1 Post)

Duties and Responsibilities

•  Develop and ensure implementation security strategies, policies and procedures
• Liaise with security agencies to ensure security of assets and operations
•  Participate in the coordination of emergency procedures and contingency planning
•  Identify potential security threats
•  Coordinate investigation of internal security breaches
•  Maintain records of crimes and incidents
•  Oversee security surveys and inspections
•  Advise management on security related matters affecting operations.

Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology or its equivalent from recognized university
•  At least three (3) years relevant work experience;
•  Service in the Police Force or Military
•  Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks, or equivalent, from a recognized institution
• Demonstrated results in work performance
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;

Key Competencies and Skills

•  Strategic thinking
• Organizational skills;
•  Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
• Interpersonal skills.

 Remuneration and Benefits

i) Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 87,098 – KShs. 113,228 P.M.;
ii) House Allowance: KShs. 35,000 P.M.
iii) Commuter Allowance: KShs. 9,000 P.M.
iv) Annual Leave Allowance: KShs.8,500 P.A.
v) Medical Cover and Other Allowances: As provided by KMFRI
vi) Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.

3. Ext/A/KMF/3. Legal Officer – KMFRI Grade 7 (1 Post)

Job Specifications
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre for Degree holders. An officer at this level will work under guidance and supervision of a senior officer.

The duties and responsibilities 

• Preparing legal briefs for the initiation of legal action;
• Preparing and interpreting legal opinions and offering guidance on legal requirements;
•  Ensuring that key issues and needs of Institute are represented in policy fora in international regional and national conferences/meetings/workshops;
• Preparing and filing of pleadings for and on behalf of the Institute;
• Drafting and reviewing of legal instruments and policy documents on behalf of the Institute;
• Drafting of contracts, agreements and other legal documents;
• Providing Secretariat to the Senior Management Meeting and ensuring management decisions are converted to Board papers where applicable;
• Preparing and circulating of Board and Committee Papers; and
• Maintaining and updating the Register of Conflict of Interest.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

•  Bachelor of Law degree from a recognized university;
• Post graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
• Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court;
• Current Practicing Certificate;
• Member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing;
• Demonstrable good results in work performance;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key Competencies and Skills

•  Organization skills;
• Drafting skills;
• Report writing skills; and
• Analytical skills.

Remuneration and Benefits

i) Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 69,766 – KShs. 90,695 P.M.;
ii) House Allowance: KShs. 28,000 P.M.
iii) Commuter Allowance: KShs. 7,000 P.M.
iv) Annual Leave Allowance: KShs.8,500 P.A.

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