KFS GRADE 11
(47 Positions)
REF-KFS/FT/2019
The successful candidates will
undergo both a mandatory Basic Paramilitary Course as well as on-the-job
training on Forest Conservation, protection and management.
Thereafter they will be posted to
various assignments with KFS field Officers.
Responsibilities
·
Maintaining basic forestry records
such as cost allocation records, muster roll, seed source and origins,
disease/pest outbreak, seed germination results, and seedling production
records,
·
Supervising land preparation and tree
planting, silvicultural operations such as
·
Thinning, pruning, clear felling,
assisting in forest survey, inventory and research operations,
·
Planning and implementing basic
forestry practices,
·
Recording and reporting on forest
activities at the station, undertaking forest conservation and protection,
·
Any other duties as may be assigned
to you by your supervisor from time to time
Qualifications
·
A Diploma in Forestry from Kenya
Forestry College with a minimum of credit score
·
Be aged between 21-29 years of age
·
Be computer literate
·
Being an Associate Member of Forest
Society of Kenya will be an added advantage
Statutory
requirements for the program
Be a person of high integrity who
meets the requirements of Chapter (6) six of the Constitution specifically;
·
Have a valid certificate of good
conduct
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the
requirements should apply, clearly indicating reference number for the
position. Applications should include current curriculum vitae indicating
current and expected remuneration, mobile number, names and contact details of
three referees, copy of national identity card, copies of testimonials, copies
of professional and academic certificates, statutory requirements (As specified
for each of the positions in the detailed job description in KFS website)
should be sent through the post office or hand delivered to the following
address so as to reach the Service not later than 19th August, 2019 by
5.00 pm.
All applications should be clearly
marked with the position reference number on the envelope.
Chief
Conservator of Forests,
Kenya Forest
Service, Karura, Off Kiambu Road,
P.O. Box
30513-00100, G.P.O
Nairobi, Kenya.
Note:
Canvassing will lead to
disqualification. The Service is ISO accredited and an equal opportunity
employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants living with
disabilities and those from marginalized areas and minority communities are
encouraged to apply.
