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Duties and Responsibilities

Participating in identification, conceptualization, formulation, development, implementation, designing, and monitoring of multi-disciplinary research projects/programmes in tree seed;
Participating in implementation of the National Tree Seed Production, Certification and Distribution Strategy;
Working closely with the Tree Breeders, map out and document and maintain a database on seed sources of different tree species in different regions;
Participating in establishment and improvement of seed sources of priority tree species;
Assisting in collection, analysis and management of data in seed science;
Assisting in writing appropriate technical reports and scientific papers including
Research Notes, Technical Notes, conference papers, peer reviewed papers and dissemination materials in seed science;
Participating in establishment and improvement of seed stands of priority tree species;
Participating in proposal writing to seek for funding from within and outside the Institute;
Collaborate with other Scientists in the Institute and other partner institutions locally, regionally and internationally to implement various interdisciplinary research activities;
Enhancing visibility of KEFRI nationally, regionally and globally through workshops, conferences, webinars and other relevant platforms;
Assisting in provision of advisory and training services to internal and external stakeholders;
Supervising and mentoring junior staff and students on attachment in tree seed science;
Participating in compiling of departmental quarterly and annual reports; and
Any other duty as assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum aggregate ‘C+’ (C plus)or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
A Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry, Seed Science and Technology, Botany or Natural Resource Management from a recognized Institution;
A team player, good in communication and report writing;
Working experience in the same field is an added advantage;
Valid membership to a relevant professional body will be an added advantage; and Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.

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Interested applicants MUST adhere to the application instructions provided below:Envelopes containing the hard copy applications should clearly be marked with the position applied for and addressed to: -The Director/CEO,Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI),P.O. BOX 20412-00200,City Square, NAIROBI.

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