Kenya Forestry Research Institute
(KEFRI) is a State Corporation established in 1986 with obligation to undertake
forest research, generate and promote improved technologies for sustainable
management, conservation and development of forest and allied natural
resources.
The Institute wishes to recruit a dynamic, result-oriented and self driven
person to fill the vacant position below:
ICT Technologist III (Network
Administrator)
JG: RF6
1 Position
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the Network Administrator to maintain a
stable network environment.
- Conduct daily backups of network files and
test on a regular basis.
- Initiate virus detection policies and
procedures.
- Assist in implementing, supervising and
testing the Institute‟s Disaster Recovery Plan.
- Provide internal office support for office
software applications and validate licensing.
- Assist in coordinating maintenance of Local
Area Network, Wide Area Network and other hardware with vendors.
- Manage Storage Area Network, Network Attached
Devices and Direct Attached Devices.
- Assist in regularly evaluating network
resources and implementing improvements.
Requirements for Appointment
- At least 3 years‟ experience working with
Local Area Networks, E-mail services on Novell GroupWise/Windows 2003/2008
networks in a Windows environment and/or Novell/Windows NT professional
certification.
- Diploma in Information Technology, computer
science, Business and IT (BIT) or information systems from a recognized
Institution.
- A professional certification from Novell or
Microsoft in network software is considered desirable (CCNA or CompTia
N+).
- Linux Administration (CompTIA Linux+ or SUSE
Certified Linux Administrator or LPIC-1: Linux Server Professional
Certification or equivalent)
- Ability to carry network equipment.
Forester III
JG: RF6
3 Posts
Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage Forest Estate;
- Supervise removal of forest products;
- Promote forestry technologies and application
of research results amongst stakeholders;
- Supervise tree seed collection and handling;
- Supervise tree seedling production;
- Prepare planting sites;
- Establish and protect experimental plots;
- Assess experiments and collect data;
- Monitor forest pests and diseases.
Requirements for Appointment
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum grade “C” (C Plain) or its equivalent;
- Diploma in Forestry from a recognized
institution; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a
recognised institution.
Laboratory Technologist III
JG: RF6
4 Posts
Duties and Responsibilities
- Collect, prepare, manage and safely dispose
samples and specimens;
- Maintain and preserve specimens
- Carry out elementary analytical work;
- Record experimental data
- Keep laboratory records;
- Maintain and preserve specimens;
- Carry out basic maintenance of laboratory
equipment;
- Clean laboratory apparatus, equipment and
surface;
- Train and supervise students on attachment and
staff in the unit;
- Carry out demonstrations for clients and
visitors; and
- Participate in planning and evaluating
laboratory services;
Requirements for Appointment
- At least 3 years‟ experience as a Laboratory
Technologist
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum grade “C-” (C minus) or its equivalent, with a minimum “C”
plain in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics;
- Diploma in Applied Biology/Analytical Chemistry/Physics
from a recognized institution; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a
recognised institution.
Accounts Assistant I
JG: RF7
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure financial records are maintained in
compliance with accepted policies and procedures;
- Perform general accounting duties: collect
revenue, process payments, monitor revenue collection and expenditures
based on approved budgets;
- Verify, compile, maintain and file records;
- Process accounting and transaction reports;
- Safe keeping of invoices, receipts and other
accounts records;
- Carry out regular stock takes and report
accordingly;
- cash book postings;
- Monthly bank reconciliations.
Requirements for Appointment
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum grade “C-” (C minus) or its equivalent;
- Part II of the Certified Public Accountant of
Kenya or its equivalent from a recognized institution; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a
recognised institution.
Pension Assistant
JG: RF8
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Receiving, recording and responding to
communications / enquiries from members;
- Maintaining member registry and scheme
documents;
- Forwarding pension withdraw notices to the
administrator and following up for computation worksheets;
- Verifying correctness of computation worksheets
and service provider‟s fees and seeking approval from trustees to pay;
- Following up benefits payment and other
disbursements cheques;
- Keeping track of new members and ensuring that
they fill the nomination of beneficiary forms;
- Quarterly membership reconciliation with the
employer HR records;
- Liaising with accountant on reconciliation of
contributions and withdrawal;
- Liaising with administrator to ensure
quarterly contributions are sent to RBA.
Requirements for Appointment
- At least 2 (two) years‟ experience in a
similar position;
- Bachelor‟s degree in Commerce, Finance or
Actuarial Sciences;
- Diploma in Human Resource Management is an
added advantage; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a
recognised institution.
Accountant III
JG: RF8
3 Posts
Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure financial records are maintained in
compliance with accepted policies and procedures;
- Perform general accounting duties: collect
revenue, process payments, monitor revenue collection and expenditures
based on approved budgets;
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly and
quarterly financial reports;
- Compile and analyze financial information to
prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts;
- Provide safe keeping of invoices, receipts and
other accounts records;
- Carry out regular stock takes and report
accordingly;
- Control of vote book;
- Maintenance of debtor‟s ledger.
Requirements for Appointment
- At least three (3) years in the grade of
Accounts Assistant I or in a comparable position;
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum grade “C” (C Plain) or its equivalent;
- Part II of the Certified Public Accountant of
Kenya or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Bachelor of Commerce degree (Accounting
Option/Finance) or its equivalent; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a
recognised institution; Knowledge of Accpacc accounting system will be an
added advantage.
Assistant Research Scientist
(Silviculturist)
JG: RF8
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Problem identification and analysis especially
in forest plantation management and development;
- Formulating, coordinating and implementing
multi-disciplinary research projects;
- Preparing technical reports and scientific
publications; and disseminating research findings;
- Resource budgeting and management; guiding,
supervising and mentoring of junior scientists;
- Undertaking regular monitoring and evaluation
of projects under implementation.
- Oversee the management of seed production for
the different ecological sites in the country.
- Prepare forest management plans to guide
long-term operations in the forest from species-site matching,
- Nursery operations, plantation establishment
to harvesting to maximise economic returns to investment.
Requirements for Appointment
- BSc in Forestry Science/Forest Biology &
Silviculture (Upper Second class) or its equivalent from a recognized
institution;
- Demonstrate capability of report writing
- Be computer literate with certificate from
recognized institution
- Demonstrate field experience working in forest
plantation as reflected in referee reports
Assistant Research Scientist (Social
Science)
JG: RF
8
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in the Conceptualization,
planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluating of R&D projects
/programmes /activities;
- Collect and analyze Social and economic data
using participatory tools and procedures such as focus group discussions,
community meetings, social surveys, transect walks, historical trends,
social mapping and wealth mapping;
- Integrate women and the youth in the research
process by carrying out gender analysis and gender segregated mapping of
research benefits;
- Contribute to the understanding of human
factors such as poverty, wealth, food security, tenure, political
affiliation, religion, education, gender, age, resource endowment and
status in society which may influence the out -come and impact of research
in communities and societies;
- Assess the role of indigenous technical
knowledge in areas such as herbal medicinal plants conservation,
management of religious (Kaya) and community forests in forest
conservation;
- Produce regularly relevant research
publication and policy briefs.
Requirements for Appointment
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
- Bachelor‟s degree in Sociology/ community
Development (Second Class -Upper Division) or its equivalent from a
recognized Institution;
- Should have written at least two (2)
reports/papers;
- A team player, good in communication and
report writing; and
- Computer Literacy especially in SPSS
programme.
Assistant Research Scientist (Tree
Breeder)
JG RF
8
1 Post
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Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in identification of tree breeding
problems
- Participate in development of multidisciplinary
research projects in tree breeding
- Participate in developing and updating of
national tree improvement strategies
- Supervise and mentor junior staff and students
on attachment in tree breeding
- Participate in data collection and management
- Participate in data analysis and reporting
Requirements for Appointment
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry/Botany
from a recognized Institution
- OR Bachelor of Science Degree in Natural
Resource Management with a major in forestry
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a
recognised institution.
Assistant Research Scientist
(Biotechnology)
JG RF
8
2 Posts
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities include:
- Participate in problem identification in
forest Biotechnology
- Supervise and mentor junior staff and students
on attachment in Biotechnology
- Participate in development of
multi-disciplinary research projects in forest Biotechnology
- Participate in data collection and management
- Participate in data analysis and reporting
Requirements for Appointment
- For appointment to this position, a candidate
must have:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Biotechnology,
Microbiology, Biochemistry or Genetics
- Must be computer literate.
Assistant Research Scientist
(Pathology)
JG RF 8
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in identification of forest/tree
diseases
- Supervise and mentor junior staff and students
on attachment in Pathology
- Participate in development of
multi-disciplinary research projects in forest Pathology
- Participate in data collection and management
- Participate in data analysis and reporting
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Botany
- OR Bachelor of Science in Forestry/Natural
Resources Management with a major in Pathology/Mycology
- Must be computer literate.
Assistant Research Scientist
(Entomology)
JG RF 8
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in identification of insect pests
problems
- Supervise and mentor junior staff and students
on attachment in Entomology
- Participate in development of
multi-disciplinary research projects in forest Entomology
- Participate in data collection and management
- Participate in data analysis and reporting
Requirements for Appointment
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology or
Agricultural entomology
- OR Bachelor of Science in Forestry/Natural
Resources Management with a major in Entomology
- Must be computer literate.
Research Scientist II
(Biometrician)
JG: RF 9
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist Scientists in conceptualizing, planning
and designing of experiments, field layout and social studies
- Assist scientists in data management,
analysis, interpretation of results and reporting;
- Assist Scientists in designing research tools
for data collection and management;
- Identify biometrical and statistical needs of
scientists and other staff and strategize how to address them;
- Organize and conduct relevant refresher
courses for scientists and technical support staff to effectively
integrate biometry in research;
- Oversee management of research protocols,
database and applications.
Requirements for Appointment
- Research experience of at least three (3)
years
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
- BSc. In Biometry/ Statistics/ Mathematics from
a recognized institution;
- M.Sc. degree in Biometry/Statistics/
Mathematics from recognized institution;
- Demonstrate knowledge on a range of
statistical software and packages such as GENSTAT, SPSS, R, STATA, SAS
among others; and
- Demonstrate knowledge on relational database
and applications.
- Should have written at least three (3)
reports/papers;
Research Scientist II (Economist)
JG: RF 9
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in the Conceptualization,
planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluating of R&D projects
/programmes /activities;
- Collect and analyze economic data on forest
enterprises and markets using cost benefit analysis, econometric and
marketing efficiency tools and procedures on farm household surveys,
market value chain surveys, value addition processing, comparative land
use/enterprises analysis, technology impact surveys, wealth indices, price
analysis, and reviews of statistical data;
- Integrate economics and market research in
forestry research and development processes by carrying out cost benefits
analysis of technology innovation and competitiveness of proposed
technologies on existing forest practices/technologies to gauge research
benefits and impacts;
- Contribute to the understanding on the role of
land use economics and market studies to enhance technology adoption and
socioeconomic impacts of technologies on the livelihoods/environment and
human development;
- Assess the role of forest sector in
socioeconomic development through monitoring the roles of industry and
forest based enterprises in forest technology adoption and development of
models for linking tree growers to various vibrant markets niches in the
country/export/imports by undertaking market surveys, national and
regional trade in forest and natural products.
- Produce regularly relevant research
publication and policy briefs
Requirements for Appointment
- Should have at least three (3) years‟
practical experience;
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
- BSc in Forestry/Agricultural Economics/Natural
Resource Management (Second Class -Upper Division) or its equivalent from
a recognized Institution;
- MSc in Forestry/Natural Resource Management
/Agricultural Economics or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
- Should have written at least two (2)
reports/papers;
- A team player, good in communication and
report writing; and
- Computer Literacy especially in Excel, SAS,
SPSS or relevant economic packages.
Research Scientist II (Forest and
Environmental Economist on Policy and Governance)
JG: RF 9
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in the Conceptualization,
planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluating of R&D projects
/programmes /activities;
- Collect and analyze forest and environmental
policy and economic data using economic, econometric and environmental
tools and procedures such as policy analysis, environmental valuation,
payment for ecosystem services, game theory and negotiations, local policy
and legal instruments, international engagement instruments and tools on
forest and environment (treaties, conventions, agreements and MOUs) among
others;
- Integrate forest and environmental economics
in policy and legal processes and activities by participating in policy
and legal revisions, stakeholder capacity building and preparation of
policy briefs to inform national and county governments;
- Contribute to the understanding of forest and
environmental degradation impacts on socioeconomic development,
watersheds/river ecosystems stability, resource conflicts, equitable
resource cost/benefit sharing, resource governance/structures, food
security, and health at both regional, national and global levels
- Assess the role of forest/environmental
policy/legal instruments on management and provision of environmental
goods and services by linking of conservation efforts to quantum of
benefits to the local and global economies.
- Mainstreaming of some local and international
policy and legal instruments to enhance forest/environmental conservation
at national, county and ecosystem levels through such instruments as
Forest Act, Forest Policy, EMCA, National Climate Change Strategy, Vision
2030, Farm Forest Rules 2009, voluntary Carbon Credits, REDD+ among
others.
- Produce regularly relevant research
publication and policy briefs
Requirements for Appointment
- Should have at least three (3) years‟
practical experience;
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
- BSc in Forestry/Environmental
Management/Natural Resource Management (Second Class -Upper Division) or
its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
- MSc in Environmental Economics/Policy or its
equivalent from a recognized Institution;
- Should have written at least two (2)
reports/papers;
- A team player, good in communication and
report writing; and
- Computer Literacy especially in Microsoft
Excel SPSS, SAS, or any relevant packages.
Research Scientist II
JG:RF9
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop forestry and allied natural resources
research proposals;
- Prepare and plan research trials and their
field monitoring;
- Prepare silvicultural prescriptions to meet
required targets;
- Undertake collection of field data and
subsequent analysis;
- Prepare quarterly and annual reports.
Requirements for Appointment
- Should have at least three (3) years‟
practical experience in Natural Resource Management;
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
- BSc in Forestry/ Natural Resource Management/
Environmental Studies (Second Class -Upper Division);
- MSc in Forestry/ Natural Resource Management;
- Should have written at least three (3)
reports/papers;
- A team player, good in communication and
report writing; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a
recognised institution.
Research Scientist II (GIS / Remote
Sensing)
JG:RF9
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Undertake geospatial data collection, processing,
storage and analysis;
- Assist Scientists in Mapping using GPS, map
production and onscreen digitizing;
- Assist Scientists in Satellite image
processing and interpretation;
- Assist Scientists in Modelling of forest
biomass and carbon stocks;
- Develop GIS and remote sensing tools, spatial
database and other datasets for research
- Identify GIS and Remote Sensing needs of
scientists and strategize how to address them
Requirements for Appointment
- Should have at least three (3) years‟
practical experience in GIS/Remote Sensing.
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
- BSc in Forestry/ Natural Resource Management/
Environmental Studies (Second Class - Upper Division);
- MSc in GIS/ Remote Sensing;
- Should have written at least three (3)
reports/papers;
- A team player, good in communication and
report writing; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a
recognised institution.
Research Scientist II (Tree Breeder)
JG:RF
9
1 Post
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Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop multi-disciplinary research projects
in tree breeding
- Participate Develop and update national tree
improvement strategies
- Supervise and mentor junior staff and students
on attachment in tree breeding
- Data collection and management
- Undertake data analysis and reporting
Requirements for Appointment
- Should have at least three (3) years‟
practical experience in tree/plant breeding
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry/Botany
from a recognized Institution
- OR Bachelor of Science Degree in Natural
Resource Management with a major in forestry
- M.Sc. Degree in tree/plant breeding from a
recognized Institution;
- Should have written at least three (3)
reports/papers; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a
recognised institution.
Research Scientist II (Taxonomist)
JG RF 9
1 Post
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Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure that all scientific work in KEFRI is
performed with correctly named plants.
- Get actively involved in all aspects of
conservation, inventory and mapping of vegetation resources.
- Ensure that voucher specimens permitting
future checking are deposited in KEFRI herbarium.
- Maintain and develop KEFRI herbarium.
Requirements for Appointment
- Should have at least three (3) years‟
practical experience;
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
- BSc in Botany/ Natural Resource Management/
Range management or its equivalent (Second Class -Upper Division) from a
recognized Institution;
- M.Sc. in Botany/ Range management or its
equivalent from a recognized Institution;
- Should have written at least three (3)
reports/papers;
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a
recognised institution.
System Developer
JG: RF 10
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare technical specifications for software
development;
- Analyze, design, develop and implement
software solutions and applications to address user requirements;
- Analyze data and identify data integrity
issues with existing and proposed systems and implement solutions;
- Provide minor programming modifications to the
existing systems;
- Write technical procedures and documentation for
developed systems and applications including operations, and user guide to ensure
that solutions are easily understandable and usable;
- Document all project workflow and applications
for easier follow-up, coordination, maintenance and support;
- Investigate and resolve application
functionality related issues and provide first level support and
troubleshooting of various systems;
- Web design, updates, debugging.
Requirements for Appointment
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) of at least mean grade “C +” (C plus) or its equivalent;
- Bachelor‟s degree in Computer Science OR
Information Communication Technology or its equivalent;
- At least four (4) years‟ work experience in
software development and programming;
- Knowledge in systems and database design
including ERP systems
- Experience in Microsoft .NET, JAVA, C++,
ASP.net
- Analytical and problem solving skills.
- Experience in the development and
implementation of standards, procedures and guidelines to support
operational processes.
- Web development applications including PHP,
HTML, CSS and JavaScript among others;
- Good communication skills.
Deputy Director Supply Chain
JG: RF
13
1 Post
Duties and responsibilities
- Head of Supply Chain Management Division;
- Formulate, implement and review supply chain
management systems, policies and procedures;
- Coordinate and supervise all supplies and
procurement activities and staff;
- Co-ordinate the development and implementation
of procurement plans and budgets; as well as administrative logistics
services outlining key activities to be undertaken, resource requirements,
performance measures and indicators as well as expected outcomes;
- Co-ordinate the Tender and Procurement
Committees;
- Recommend and participate in the disposal of
obsolete machinery, equipment, furniture, and other salvage goods in accordance
with government and donor supplies and procedures;
- Write reports of irregularities, such as
property damage, leaking pipes, theft, fire and presence of unauthorized
persons or unusual occurrences;
- Confer with vendors to obtain product or
service information such as price, availability and delivery, schedules.
Also obtain multiple quotations from reliable and competitive suppliers in
line with prescribed regulations;
- Prepare purchase orders; obtain with
signatures and forward procurement documents to Chief Accountant for
cheque and payment processing. Also monitor and evaluate the delivery and
quality of approved supplies;
- Monitor and evaluate Supply Chain Management
activities; and
- Compile quarterly and annual reports.
Requirements for Appointment
- At least Ten (10) years, three (3) years in
the grade of a Principal Supply Chain Officer or comparable position;
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
- Bachelors‟ Degree in Purchasing and Supplies
Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Master‟s Degree in Purchasing and Supplies
Management or its equivalent from a recognised institution;
- Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply
or CIPS VI or equivalent;
- Membership of relevant professional body;
- Attended a Strategic Leadership Development
Course at a recognised Institution; and
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a
recognised institution.
How to Apply
Interested persons should send their
applications and attach their curriculum vitae containing details of
qualifications, experience, present position as well as copies of relevant
professional/academic certificates and national identification card.
They should also include their day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address and names and addresses of three referees and reach the Director KEFRI on or before Friday, 5th June 2015.
Applicants should include the position applied for on the envelop.
Envelopes containing the documents should be clearly marked and addressed to:-
The Director,
Kenya Forestry Research
Institute,
P.O Box 20412-00200,
City Square, Nairobi,
Kenya
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
KEFRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
KEFRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
KEFRI IS ISO 14001:2004 CERTIFIED
