KMFRI Chief Research Scientist Jobs in Kenya

KMFRI Chief Research Scientist Jobs in Kenya

Job Specifications

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -

Ensuring the development of aquatic and allied natural resources, research and development policies;

Ensuring the development and coordination of activities in specific research departments through participation in high profile international fora and publications;

Ensure the identification and exploitation of opportunities for international profile and reputation of the institute;

Preparing scientific manuscripts and book chapters for publication;

Reviewing and guiding scientific manuscripts and book chapters by research scientists for publication

Ensuring effective monitoring and evaluation of research and development activities;

Ensuring the development of proposals for external resource mobilization for research and development;

Mentoring, supervising and guiding scientists and technical staff within the department;

Ensuring the preparation of the departmental quarterly and annual reports;

Appraising staff performance;

Reviewing technical reports including refereed journal papers, book chapters, research notes, technical notes, conference papers and posters, dissemination flyers;

Disseminating research findings in local and international fora that include seminar, workshops, congress;

Developing and coordinating the implementation of large multi-disciplinary national research programmes;

Ensuring budgeting and resource management of research programmes;

Ensuring the implementation of the institutes and national marine and fisheries research policies;

Reviewing and guiding scientific publications and research grant applications;

Ensuring the identification of innovations and technologies for up-scaling; mentoring,

Guiding and supervising scientists

Spearheads practical application of scientific research results in national development

Persons Specification

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

At least ten (10) years relevant experience, three (3) of which must have been at the level of Principal Research Scientist or equivalent position in a research institution in the public or private sector;

Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Mathematical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, aquatic, fisheries and other relevant disciplines from a recognized institution;

Master’s Degree in any of the following;

Marine or Fisheries Sciences, Biological or Physical Sciences, Sociology, Economics, Biometrics, Environmental Studies or equivalent from a recognized institution;

Doctorate Degree in any of the following; Aquatic or Fisheries Sciences, Biological or Physical Sciences, Sociology, Economics, Biometrics, Environmental Studies; or equivalent from a recognized institution;

Demonstrated thorough understanding of the Aquatic Resources Sector;

A minimum of twelve (12) peer reviewed publications in ISI-indexed journals / book chapters of which at least six (6) are as first author in the level of Principal research Scientist or its equivalent position;

Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks, or equivalent, from a recognized institution;

Evidence of engagement in community work or country contributions

Evidence of development/research funds attraction as Co/Principal in a large project.

Membership of a professional body/ association;

Strong interpersonal, communication, facilitation and presentation skills;

Demonstrated outstanding professional competence as reflected in work performance and exhibited thorough understanding of national goals, policies, objectives and ability to relate them to research and development function;

Proficiency in Computer skills; and

Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

Key Competencies and Skills

Strong reporting skills;

Strong analytical and numerical skills;

Strong organization and inter personal skill;

Strong negotiation skills;

Conflict management skills;

Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi task; and

Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams.

How to Apply

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