Company Address: Address Kenya Forestry Research Institute P.O Box 20412 – 00200 Nairobi
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Director/Chief Executive Officer
JOB PURPOSE The Director/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible to the Board of Directors for the implementation of the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) strategic goals and the management of its resources including giving direction and leadership for the achievement of its mandate. In addition, the Director/CEO is responsible for the day-to-day operations and administration…
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Director/Chief Executive Officer
JOB PURPOSE The Director/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible to the Board of Directors for the implementation of the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) strategic goals and the management of its resources including giving direction and leadership for the achievement of its mandate. In addition, the Director/CEO is responsible for the day-to-day operations and administration…
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ICT Security Officers – 2 Posts Senior Legal Officer Legal Officer
Job Purpose This position is critical for safeguarding the organization’s information assets and maintaining a secure environment. Job Specifications The duties and responsibilities of the officers will entail: – Maintaining an updated IT Security Manual; Regularly verifying operating systems on company clients and servers (both on- premises and in the cloud) are up to date;…
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ICT Security Officers – 2 Posts Senior Legal Officer Legal Officer
Job Purpose This position is critical for safeguarding the organization’s information assets and maintaining a secure environment. Job Specifications The duties and responsibilities of the officers will entail: – Maintaining an updated IT Security Manual; Regularly verifying operating systems on company clients and servers (both on- premises and in the cloud) are up to date;…
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Research Scientist (Seed Science) – Muguga – 1 Position Research Scientist (Forestry/Environmental Policy and Law) – Muguga – 1 Position Assistant Laboratory Technologist (Analytical Chemistry) – Muguga – 1 Position Assistant Laboratory Technologist (Microbiology) – Muguga – 1 Position Assistant Laboratory Technologist (Integrated Pest Management)) – Muguga – 1 Position Assistant Information Scientist – Gede – 1 Position Laboratory Technician – Nyeri, Kibwezi & Migori – 3 Positions Principal Human Resource Management Officer – 1 Position Corporate Communication Officer – 1 Position Accountant – 2 Positions Assistant Human Resource Management Officer – 1 Position Assistant Supply Chain Management Officer – 2 Positions Assistant ICT Officer – Karura – 1 Position Assistant Administrative Officer – Karura, & Gede – 2 Positions Assistant Office Administrator – Migori & Lamu – 2 Positions Plant Operator – Kitui – 1 Positon Artisan (Plumber) – 2 Positions Artisan (Electrician) – 2 Positions
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…
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Research Scientist (Seed Science) (13 Posts) Assistant Forester (9 Posts) Assistant Laboratory Technologist (Seed) (15 Posts) Assistant Laboratory Technologist (Horticulture) (10 Posts)
Duties and Responsibilities Assist in research problem identification that address provisioning of quality tree seed; Participate in conceptualization, formulation, design and implementation of multidisciplinary research projects in Seed Science; Undertake research in Seed Science; Verify results of seed quality tests and compile reports; Publish and disseminate research findings; Ensure cleanliness and safety in the laboratory…
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Research Scientist (Seed Science) (13 Posts) Assistant Forester (9 Posts) Assistant Laboratory Technologist (Seed) (15 Posts) Assistant Laboratory Technologist (Horticulture) (10 Posts)
Duties and Responsibilities Assist in research problem identification that address provisioning of quality tree seed; Participate in conceptualization, formulation, design and implementation of multidisciplinary research projects in Seed Science; Undertake research in Seed Science; Verify results of seed quality tests and compile reports; Publish and disseminate research findings; Ensure cleanliness and safety in the laboratory…
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Human Resource Management Officer
Job Description: Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) is a State Corporation established in 1986 with obligation to undertake forest research, generate and promote improved technologies for sustainable management, conservation and development of forest and allied natural resources. Requirements for Appointment: Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum aggregate ‘C+’ (C plus) or its equivalent qualification…
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Assistant Forester Research Scientist Job-General Forestry Assistant Lab Technologist – Analytical Chemistry Research Scientist -General Forestry Assistant Forester Research Scientist -Taxonomy Research Scientist – Environmental/Agricultural Economics Research Scientist – Pathology Research Scientist – Molecular Science Research Scientist – Carbon Audit & Accounting Research Scientist – Silviculture Research Scientist -Wood Science Research Scientist – Forest Catchment & Hydrology Research Scientist – Forest Catchment & Hydrology Research Scientist – Tree Physiology Research Scientist – Climate Change, Biophysical Research Scientist – Tree Physiology Research Scientist – Climate Change, Biophysical Research Scientist – Tree Physiology
Responsibilities Identifying the staff requirement for different operations; Identifying and acquisitioning the necessary tools and equipment for field operations; Scheduling of data collection in trials in consultation with responsible research scientists; Liaising with scientists to facilitate data collection and management; Ensuring adherence to seed collection, handling and dispatch standards; Ensuring adherence to seedling production standards;…
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Research Scientist III (Forest Measuration/Inventory) Research Scientist II (Forest Ecology) Research Scientist II Forest / Environmental Economics) Research Scientist II (Seed Science) ICT Officer Communication and Audio Visual Assistant II Human Resource Management Officer II Human Resource Management Officer III Account Assistant I Administrative Assistant Archivist Assistant Customer Care Assistant/Telephone Operator Graphic Designer
KEFRI 9 Duties and Responsibilities Participating in identification, conceptualization, formulation, development, designing, implementation and monitoring of multi-disciplinary research projects/programmes in Forest Mensuration/ Forest Inventory / Natural Resource Assessment; Participating in implementation of the National Forest Monitoring System and KEFRI Strategic plan; Participating in identification and adoption of digital data collection equipment in the Institute;…