Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) Senior Principal Research Scientist Jobs
Job Description
Supervise and mentor scientists, technologists, postgraduate students, and interns to strengthen talent development and research capacity;
Coordinate and oversee staff performance appraisals, training, and professional growth for improved research delivery;
Lead and coordinate implementation of strategic plans, multidisciplinary projects, and institutional priorities to achieve set outputs and outcomes;
Ensure quality assurance and compliance in fieldwork, data collection, audits, risk management, and reporting;
Review and certify research proposals, technical reports, and standards for fisheries, ecosystems, and blue economy activities;
Advise management on research, policy, and development matters while representing the Institute in taskforces, committees, and professional bodies;
Mobilize resources through proposal development, donor engagement, consultancy services, and revenue-generating initiatives;
Manage finances and procurement by preparing budgets, work plans, procurement plans, and ensuring expenditure control and donor reporting;
Monitor and evaluate research activities, performance, and compliance to improve efficiency and accountability;
Produce and disseminate technical reports, peer-reviewed publications, policy briefs, and value-use documents for stakeholder uptake;
Network and collaborate with national, regional, and international partners to enhance innovations, joint research, and knowledge transfer;
Identify and upscale research innovations, technologies, and solutions to support the blue economy and sustainable development; and
Engage stakeholders and visitors through briefings, dissemination fora, and outreach activities to enhance visibility and impact.
Person Specification
Cumulative service period of twelve (12) years' relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Principal Research Scientist (currently KMFRI Grade 5) or in a comparable position;
Bachelor's Degree in Fisheries, Aquaculture, Aquatic Sciences, Marine Sciences, Oceanography, Marine Resource Management, Natural Resources Management, Earth Sciences, Natural Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Economics, Relevant Social Sciences or any other fisheries and aquatic related courses or equivalent from a recognized institution;
Master's degree in Fisheries, Aquaculture, Aquatic Sciences, Marine Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Economics, any other aquatic related courses or equivalent from a recognized
institution;
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Fisheries, Aquaculture, Oceanography, Aquatic Sciences, Marine Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Economics, Relevant Social Sciences, any other aquatic related courses or equivalent from a recognized institution;
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a mean grade C+ (Plus) or its equivalent;
Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks (cumulative) / Corporate Governance course from a recognized institution;
Cumulatively published at least ten (10) peer-reviewed publications in ISI-indexed journals / book chapters, of which at least four (4) are as first author, from the latest date of promotion;
Proficiency in computer applications;
Demonstrated results in work performance; and
Fulfilment of the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
Key Competencies and Skills
Strong communication and reporting skills;
Strong analytical and numerical skills;
Strong organization and interpersonal skills;
Good interpersonal and negotiation skills;
Conflict management;
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi-task;
Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams;
Leadership skills;
Team building; and
Problem solving.
Remuneration and Benefits
Basic salary scale: KShs. 148,634 – KShs. 193,225 P.M.
House allowance: KShs. 50,000 P.M.
Commuter allowance: KShs. 17,000 P.M.
Annual leave allowance: KShs. 20,000 P.A.
Medical cover and other allowances: As provided by KMFRI
How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) Senior Principal Research Scientist Jobs
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