Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities at this grade include
Cleaning and sterilizing laboratory glass ware, surfaces, equipment, raceways, ponds
Storing of laboratory apparatus and equipment
Receiving and recording samples from aquatic environment for analysis;
Support in Collecting, processing and preserving test samples
Participates in arranging the laboratory reagents in cupboards
Carrying out elementary analytical work
Disposing of general laboratory waste
Maintenance of laboratory reports and records
Assisting in demonstrations of laboratory functions to clients and visitors; and any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade as an officer must have at least:
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or equivalent;
A certificate in any of the following fields: Laboratory Science, Laboratory Technology, Food technology, environmental studies from a recognized institution; OR Occupational/Proficiency Test Certificate Grade III/II/I in Civil Engineering for Geological Laboratories from a recognized institution; Certificate in Computer applications skills from a recognized institution; and
Key Competencies and Skills
Communication skills;
Interpersonal skills; and
Integrity.