1.    Ext/A/KMF/1. Senior Engineer - KMFRI Grade 5 (1 Post)
a.    Job Specification
Duties and Responsibilities will entail;
i)    Preparing institutional infrastructure maintenance plans.
ii)    Preparing technical designs for experimental systems based on research scientist performance requirements;
iii)    Advising research scientists on technical feasibility of proposed infrastructure developments;
iv)    Supervising ongoing infrastructure projects; and
v)    Mentoring, supervising, guiding and training engineers within the department.

b.    Person Specifications 
For appointment to this grade, a person must have: -
i)    At least six (6) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the position of Engineer or a comparable position in the public or private sector;
ii)    Bachelor of Science Degree in one of the following fields: - Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Building and Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering
iii)    Post-graduate diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Maritime and Civil Engineering, or    equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution; 
iv)    Registration with the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya; 
v)    Supervisory Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
vi)    Proficiency literate in computer especially in the use of auto card, arch card, MS word Revit, Ms Project, Civil 3D, Prokon and other structural design & detailing software. skills; and
vii)    Meets the requirements provisions of chapter six of constitution.

c.    Key Competencies and Skills
i)    Strong communication and reporting skills; 
ii)    Strong analytical and numerical skills;
iii)    Strong organization and interpersonal skill;
iv)    Interpersonal and negotiation skills; and
v)    Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multitask.

d.    Remuneration and Benefits
i)    Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 116,410 – KShs. 151,334 P.M.;
ii)    House Allowance: KShs. 45,000 P.M. 
iii)    Commuter Allowance: KShs. 13,000 P.M. 
iv)    Annual Leave Allowance: KShs.12,500 P.A. 
v)    Medical Cover and Other Allowances: As provided by KMFRI 

2.    Ext/A/KMF/2. Senior Security Officer - KMFRI Grade 6 (1 Post)
a.    Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -
i)    Develop and ensure implementation security strategies, policies and procedures
ii)    Liaise with security agencies to ensure security of assets and operations 
iii)    Participate in the coordination of emergency procedures and contingency planning
iv)    Identify potential security threats
v)    Coordinate investigation of internal security breaches 
vi)    Maintain records of crimes and incidents 
vii)    Oversee security surveys and inspections
viii)    Advise management on security related matters affecting operations.

b.    Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
i)    Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology or its equivalent from recognized university
ii)    At least three (3) years relevant work experience;
iii)    Service in the Police Force or Military 
iv)    Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks, or equivalent, from a recognized institution
v)    Demonstrated results in work performance
vi)    Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; 

c.    Key Competencies and Skills
i)    Strategic thinking
ii)    Organizational skills; 
iii)    Communication skills in both English and Kiswahili;
iv)    Interpersonal skills. 

d.    Remuneration and Benefits
i)    Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 87,098 – KShs. 113,228 P.M.;
ii)    House Allowance: KShs. 35,000 P.M. 
iii)    Commuter Allowance: KShs. 9,000 P.M. 
iv)    Annual Leave Allowance: KShs.8,500 P.A. 
v)    Medical Cover and Other Allowances: As provided by KMFRI 
vi)    Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable. 


3.    Ext/A/KMF/3.   Legal Officer - KMFRI Grade 7 (1 Post)

a.    Job Specifications
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre for Degree holders.  An officer at this level will work under guidance and supervision of a senior officer.
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail assisting in: -
i)    Preparing legal briefs for the initiation of legal action;
ii)    Preparing and interpreting legal opinions and offering guidance on legal requirements;
iii)    Ensuring that key issues and needs of Institute are represented in policy fora in international regional and national conferences/meetings/workshops;
iv)    Preparing and filing of pleadings for and on behalf of the Institute;
v)    Drafting and reviewing of legal instruments and policy documents on behalf of the Institute;
vi)    Drafting of contracts, agreements and other legal documents;
vii)    Providing Secretariat to the Senior Management Meeting and ensuring management decisions are converted to Board papers where applicable;
viii)    Preparing and circulating of Board and Committee Papers; and
ix)    Maintaining and updating the Register of Conflict of Interest.

b.    Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
i)    Bachelor of Law degree from a recognized university;
ii)    Post graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
iii)    Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court;
iv)    Current Practicing Certificate;
v)    Member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing;
vi)    Demonstrable good results in work performance;
vii)    Proficiency in computer applications; and
viii)    Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

c.    Key Competencies and Skills
i.    Organization skills;
ii.    Drafting skills;
iii.    Report writing skills; and
iv.    Analytical skills.

d.    Remuneration and Benefits
i)    Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 69,766 – KShs. 90,695 P.M.;
ii)    House Allowance: KShs. 28,000 P.M. 
iii)    Commuter Allowance: KShs. 7,000 P.M. 
iv)    Annual Leave Allowance: KShs.8,500 P.A. 

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APPLICATION PROCEDURE The Director General
Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute
P. O. Box 81651 – 80100
Dr. Ludwig von Krapf Road, English Point
Mombasa, KENYA
Email: recruitment@kmfri.go.ke  

NOTE
1.    SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES in compliance with the Chapter Six of the Constitution will be required to present originals of the following documents:

• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
• Clearance/Compliance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority
• Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
• Clearance from recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

2.    Only SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES will be contacted and shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates during the interviews.
3.    Any canvassing will lead to AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.

KMFRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY, PERSONS LIVING WITH DISABILITY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.