Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute Vacancies

Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute Chief Research and Development Officer Vacancies


Introduction

The Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute (KEVEVAPI) is a state corporation established under the State Corporations Act,
(CAP 446) through Legal Notice No. 223 and operating under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, the State Department of
Livestock.

Responsibilities

  • Advising the Chief Executive Officer on matters relating to research and development
    Day to day management and administration of the agenda in the institutes’s Research and Development Unit;
  • Implementation and realization of the Departments agenda in the Institute’s strategic plan and objectives;
  • Identifying research innovations on veterinary vaccines and products that have practical significance and devise strategies for their
    implementation.
  • Mobilizing, overseeing proper management and accountability of resources for research and development;
  • Development and validation of veterinary vaccines production techniques:
  • Carry out critical evaluation of research projects at all stages of their implementation; advising on data processing, reporting and
    packaging for dissemination;
  • Documenting information on new products and technologies;
  • Establishing and maintaining linkages with beneficiaries and stakeholders of research results and services;
  • Identifying potential sources of funding for research and submitting proposals for funding;
    Reviewing research grant applications;
  • Formulation of Institute’s and national research/scientific policies and strategies.
  • Planning and implementation of national research programmes.
  • Undertaking monitoring and evaluation of the Research and Development programmes and activities.

    Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Veterinary Medicine;
  • Have a Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Veterinary Medicine, Vaccinology, Microbiology, Veterinary Epidemiology
    or
    equivalent qualifications from a recognized university;
  • A minimum of five years experience as an officer in a research and development set up.
  • Be registered with Kenya Veterinary Board and have current membership.
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on Leadership and integrity.
  • Demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills and a clear understanding of strategic leadership,
    management and business skills:
  • Ability to portray and uphold positive national image:
  • Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity to and respect for diversity;
  • Have a clear understanding of International Standards in manufacturing and commercial principles in vaccines production;
  • Have an understanding of the structure and functions of the public sector;
  • Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance and results.
  • Being a visionary and result oriented person and;
  • Be computer literate.

    How to apply

    Interested candidates should send their resume by 23rd January, 2018 to:

    Chief Executive,
    Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute,
    P.O. Box 53260 - 00200
    Nairobi


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