Senior Laboratory Technologist at Kenya Marine And Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)

KMFRI was established to conduct research on aquatic systems covering both marine and freshwater. The Institute has grown from staff strength of two Research Scientists at inception to the current 122 scientists. KMFRI’s approved staff establishment stands at 1,350 employees. KMFRI infrastructure capacity has also expanded from two research stations based in Mombasa and Kisumu with acquisition of seven additional stations. KMFRI is managed by a Board of Management appointed by the Cabinet Secretary, for Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries. The Board has a gazetted Chairman and the Institute Director is the Secretary. Administratively, the Director is the Chief Executive Officer, assisted by three Deputy Directors, one in charge of Ocean and Coastal Systems Directorate, the other responsible for Freshwater Systems Directorate and the third in-charge of Finance and Administration Directorate.

KMF/11 SENIOR LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST – ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (KMFRI GRADE 8) – POSITION – ONE (1)

Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 53,413 – KShs. 69,436 P.M.
House Allowance: KShs. 28,000 P.M.
Commuter Allowance: KShs 6,000 P.M.
Annual Leave Allowance: KShs 6,000 P.A.
Medical Cover & Other Allowances: As provided by KMFRI
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable

Duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail;

1. Identifying the chemical and consumables required for an experiment;
2. Collecting and preparing samples and specimens, managing and safely disposing samples and specimens;
3. Maintaining and preserving specimens and cultures;
4. Recording of experimental data;
5. Setting and maintaining laboratory equipment;
6. Maintaining laboratory records; and
7. Maintaining the inventory of laboratory equipment;
8. Carrying out experimental work;
9. Undertaking analytical work;
10. Carrying out demonstrations of laboratory functions to clients/visitors.

Requirements for Appointment/Person Specifications

1. Diploma in any of the following disciplines: – Analytical Chemistry or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
2. KCSE C (Minus)
3. At least three (3) years relevant work experience;
4. Computer Literacy; and
5. Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

OR

1. Higher National Diploma in any of the following disciplines: – Analytical Chemistry or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
2. At least two (2) years relevant work experience;
3. KCSE C (Minus) or equivalent; and
4. Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key Competencies and Skills

1. Good communication and reporting skills;
2. Attention to detail and quality orientation skills;
3. Good interpersonal and negotiation skills;
4. Supervisory skill; and
5. Good interpersonal skills.

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