Job description
Responsibilities
Feeding and watering animals;
Cleaning of the animal facilities;
Maintaining general cleaning of the animals unit
Keeping records for birth, animals that have been weaned, deaths;
Assist in collection of samples;
Assist researcher during experiments as defined in protocols;
Report animal health matters of concern and activities within defined areas;
Assist during routine dipping, treatment and vaccinations of all the animals;
Collect animals from external sources.
Requirements
A certificate in Animal Health
At least 2 years relevant working experience in a research set up or similar environment
Ability to communicate in English and Kiswahili
Basic Computer knowledge in animal record keeping
Excellent interpersonal skills
Terms of Appointment
This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus. It is open to Kenyan nationals only. The position is on a 3-year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
Job Level
This position is job level 1B, and ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; pension, medical and other insurances for ILRI’s Nationally Recruited Staff.
