Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail assisting in:-
Identifying research problem with stakeholders;
Prioritizing research problems for implementation;
Developing research concepts;
Identifying relevant literature material;
Collecting of data in the field;
Data Analysis;
Writing appropriate technical reports including research notes, technical notes, conference posters, dissemination flyers;
Organizing and implementing dissemination activities that include Open days, ASK shows;
Disseminating research findings in local fora that include seminar, workshops, congress;
Mentor students on attachment, interns and visitors including High School and Colleges;
Implementing relevant ISO standards in their departments;
Compiling departmental quarterly and annual reports;
Persons Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
Bachelor's Honors degree or equivalent degree in any of the following fields: Aquatic or Fisheries Sciences, Biological or Physical Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Environmental studies, Geology, Sociology, Economics, Anthropology, Bio-statistics, Marine engineering, Biometrics, Biotechnology; or any other aquatic, fisheries and other relevant disciplines from a recognized University.
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C+ (Plus) or equivalent; and
Proficiency in computer applications.
Key Competencies and Skills
Good Communication skills;
Good Interpersonal skills;
Good Organizational skills; and
Good team player.