Duties and responsibilities at this grade will include:
- collecting, processing, preserving samples from aquatic environment and other sources;
- collecting, preparing, managing and safely disposing samples and specimens;
- cleaning, maintaining and storing of laboratory apparatus and equipment;
- maintaining and preserving specimens and cultures;
- carrying out analytical work on collected samples;
- recording of experimental data;
- assisting in demonstrations of laboratory functions to clients and visitors;
- guiding junior personnel, interns and students on attachment;
- assisting in training and guiding clients on improved technologies such as seaweed farming, fish farming and value addition; and
- any other duties as may assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, one must have:
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C- (Minus) or equivalent;
- Craft Certificate from a recognized institution preferably from Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) or its equivalent in the following fields; Food science, Fisheries, and Applied Laboratory Sciences; and
- Satisfactorily served at the position of Laboratory Technician II or its equivalent for a minimum period of three (3) years.
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