Assistant Laboratory Technologist (Horticulture) (10 Posts) at Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) Apply Now!
Job Description
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 vegetative propagation;
- Undertake agronomy of horticultural (tree) crops;
- Prepare orders for various types of plants and seeds;
- Prepare and implement proper nursery management; Undertake data collection and elementary analysis;
- Sampling seed lots for testing;
- Undertake accurate seed quality tests including but not limited to moisture content, purity, seed weight, germination tests;
- Document and report accurately propagated tree species, seed testing process and results;
- Assist in undertaking of seed research;
- Carry out basic maintenance of propagation and laboratory equipment;
- Clean propagation, laboratory apparatus, equipment working and working surfaces;
- Participate in publications of technical documents;
- Carry out demonstrations for clients and visitors;
- Train and supervise students on attachment and staff in the unit;
- 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;
- Diploma in Horticulture or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Working experience in the same field is an added advantage;
- Thorough knowledge of plant propagation and cultivation is an added advantage; 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
