Assistant Forester (9 Posts) at Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) Apply today!
Job Description
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The Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) is a state corporation established in 1986 and mandated to undertake research in forestry and allied natural resources. The institute conducts research and development activities under five thematic areas namely: Forest productivity and Improvement; Biodiversity and Environment Management; Forest Products Development; Social-economics, Policy and Governance and Technical Support Services. Mandate * Conduct research in forestry and allied natural resources; * Disseminate research findings; and * Establish partnerships and cooperate with other research organizations and institutions of higher learning in joint research and training. Strategic Objectives * To enhance: Vision 2030 delivery; customer/stakeholder satisfaction and retention; linkage and partnership with stakeholders; and livelihoods. * To increase forest technologies and innovations; enhance multi-sectoral and public-private sector research; enhance knowledge management and dissemination systems.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Undertake seed source survey, identification and documentation;
- Undertake flower and seed survey;
- Prepare monthly. Quarterly and annual seed collection programme;
- Mobilize financial, human and physical resources required in seed collection;
- Supervise seed collectors during seed collection exercise to ensure efficient production of quality seed;
- Supervise seed processing and storage to ensure efficient production of quality seed; Documents all processes of seed production including collected seed and prepare all required reports;
- Ensure safety of seed collectors and collected seed;
- Ensure orderliness and cleanliness in the entire seed production process including equipment and facilities;
- Supervise and mentor junior staff, interns, students on attachment;
- Identification of material resources required for undertaking seed production and assisting in their procurement;
- Host technical and non-technical visitors;
- Prepare and sign KEFRI staff performance contract with your supervisor;
- Participate in implementing relevant ISO standards in Research and Development; Participate in compilation of departmental quarterly and annual reports; and
- Any other duty as assigned from time to time.
Requirements for Appointment
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum grade “C-” (C Minus) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
- Diploma in Forestry from a recognized institution;
- A team player, good in communication and report writing; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.
Method of Application
Fill Online application Form : Click Here
Submit your CV including day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address and names and addresses of three referees, copies of relevant professional/academic certificates and national identification card>:
The Director/CEO,
Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI),
P.O. BOX 20412-00200, City Square,
NAIROBI.
Closing Date : 31 July. 2023