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EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

(Published on 6th August, 2024)

Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), a State Corporation under the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs, State Department for Blue Economy and Fisheries, was established by an Act of parliament (The Science and Technology Act Cap. 250 of the Laws of Kenya of 1979) which has since been repealed by The Science, Technology and Innovation Act No. 28 of 2013.

KMFRI's mandate is to undertake research in "marine and freshwater fisheries, aquaculture, environmental and ecological studies, and marine research including chemical and physical oceanography", in order to provide scientific data and information for sustainable development of the Blue Economy. The Institute is also mandated to cooperate with other organizations and institutions of higher learning in training programmes and on matters of relevant research.

The Institute has Research Centers and Stations located at Mombasa, Kisumu, Naivasha, Baringo, Kegati, Sangoro, Sagana, Turkana, Mutonga, Shimoni, a research substation at Gazi and the Nairobi liaison office.

KMFRI is seeking to recruit a self-motivated professional who is a team player to fill the vacant position of the Director General within her approved staff establishment:

1. Director General/Chief Executive Officer - KMFRI Grade 1 - (1 Post)

(a) Remuneration and Benefits

i) Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 325,188 – KShs. 412,988 P.M.;

ii) House Allowance: KShs. 80,000 P.M.

iii) Annual Leave Allowance: KShs.50,000 P.A.

iv) Official Transport

v) Medical Cover and other Allowances as provided by KMFRI

vi) Terms of Service: The Director General/Chief Executive Officer shall be appointed on a contract of five (5) years renewable once subject to satisfactory performance.

b) Job Specification

Reporting to the Board of Management, the duties and responsibilities of the Director General will entail:

i) Advising the Board of Management on all policies and strategies related to Marine and Fisheries research;

ii) Responsible for the execution and communication of the Boards strategies, decisions and policies;

iii) Developing and recommending to the Board of Management the annual business plans, work plans and budgets that are aligned to the overall mandate of the organization and establishment of proper internal controls;

iv) Ensuring that all Board papers are accurately written, are relevant and are availed to the Board members in good time;

v) Provide regular, thorough and prompt communication to the Board of Management on key technical financial and administrative matters;

vi) Serving as the link between the Board of Management and the Management;

vii) Serving as the Secretary to the Board of Management;

viii) Overseeing the day to day operations of the institute;

ix) Providing leadership to senior management and staff;

x) Responsible for the achievement of the organization’s objectives.

xi) Ensuring that the organization has effective management structures, processes and systems.

xii) Managing the corporate risks;

xiii) Safeguarding human capital necessary for optimal corporate performance;

xiv) Responsible for stakeholder management and the enhancement of the corporate image of the organization;

xv) Fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate citizenship;

xvi) Ensuring corporate compliance with all statutory, legal, social regulatory requirements in the execution of the institute mandate; and

xvii) Being the principal spokesperson of the organization.

c) Person Specification

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

i) Doctorate degree in any of the following disciplines: Natural Resources Sciences or any other relevant discipline from a recognized institution;

ii) Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Natural Resources Sciences or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

iii)Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Natural Resources Sciences or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

iv) Professional qualification and membership in good standing, where applicable;

v) Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks (cumulative) / Corporate Governance course from a recognized institution;

vi) At least fifteen (15) years of relevant work experience, eight (8) of which must have been in senior management or a comparable position in public or private sector;

vii) Must have published a minimum of twenty (20) peer reviewed publications in ISI – indexed journals or book chapters of international standards, ten (10) of which as the first author at the level of Chief Research Scientist or Research Director or equivalent position in a private or public sector;

viii) Must have developed at least three (3) large proposals that have been funded;

ix) Demonstrated good results in work performance;

x) Proficiency in computer applications; and

xi) Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

d) Key Competencies and Skills

i) Strong communication and reporting skills;

ii) Strong analytical and numerical skills;

iii) Strong organization and inter personal skill;

iv) Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills;

v) Interpersonal and negotiation skills;

vi) Conflict management;

vii) Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi task; and

viii) Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams.

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APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested and qualified candidates MUST complete the KMFRI Job Application Form (Available from the ‘Vacancies’ section at the KMFRI Website - https://www.kmfri.go.ke), attach their testimonials, certificates, copy of their National Identification Card (ID) and Curriculum Vitae (CV). Submit their applications both in HARD and SOFT COPY, and envelopes containing the documents should clearly be marked with the position applied for and sent to the address below not later than MONDAY, 26 AUGUST 2024.

The Chairman Board of Management,
Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute,
P. O. Box 81651 – 80100,
Silos Road, English Point, Mkomani,
Mombasa, KENYA

Email: recruitment@kmfri.go.ke

NOTE

Only SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES will be contacted and shall be required to produce originals of:

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/Report from recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

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.
SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES will be invited for an oral and practical interview.
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 MARGINAL

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