ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, TECHNOLOGY PACKAGING AND TRANSFER

Date Placed	2010-05-11 11:05:45
Job Title	ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, TECHNOLOGY PACKAGING AND TRANSFER
Profession	Researcher
Level of Employment	White Collar
Category	Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
Institution	KENYA AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Sector	Private Sector
Country of placement	Kenya	Town/City	Nairobi Province
Deadline	09/06/2010

Description

The Kenya Agricultural Research Institute (KARI) is a Parastatal established by the Government of Kenya under the Science and Technology Act Cap 250 to carry out Agricultural Research to support the Crop and Livestock Production sectors of the country. Beside this core function, the Institute collaborates closely with the farmers, pastoralists, extension staff and other National and International Development Partners. KARI manages thirty-three (33) Centers inclusive of the sub-centers located all over the country with a view of developing and  disseminating technology, tailored to meet the needs of different categories of farmers in various Agro-ecological zones and Socio-economic Circumstances. In order to enhance the provision of services, the Institute would like to fill in the following positions, which are vacant.

The Institute’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to eligible candidates.
JOB GRADE R.I.13 – REF: KARI/2/027/04 (1 Post)

The Assistant Director, Technology Packaging and Transfer will be reporting to the Director through the Deputy Director, Outreach and Partnerships and shall be responsible for collecting, processing, packaging, storage and distribution of Technology information material.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare long term strategic plans and annual work plans for the programme

• Coordinate collection, processing and publication of technology information materials.

• Coordinate and oversee efficient storage, distribution and promotion of technology information materials.

• Institutionalize the process of technology packaging, storage and distribution of technology information materials throughout the institute.

• Catalyze technology up-scaling process and to facilitate information exchange between and within the different value chains/innovation systems.

• Develop innovative ways of packaging, distribution and promotion of KARI information products.

• Inculcate of open source sharing within the institute and to promote establishment of information source points within the mandate areas of the centers.

• Promote information exchange between research centers and to monitor quality of information flowing to the stakeholders.

• Ensure proper management of the programme’s expenditures and the proper handling of all its personnel matters in accordance with KARI’s existing regulations.

• Identify potential sources of funding for supporting the programme and submitting proposals for funding.

• Ensure timely preparation and implementation of annual work plans for

each programme.

• Carry out any other duties as may be required by the Deputy Director and the Director of the Institute.

Requirements for Appointment

• A Doctorate degree in a relevant field from a recognized Institution.

• Proven experience of at least 12 years of uninterrupted research, which must include being an author of at least six (6) scientific publications in refereed journals or relevant books (chapters) AND oneverifiable technology/innovation which must have been packaged and disseminated AND the first (principal) author of One (1) grant-winning proposal in addition to at least one of the following achievements:-

a) Served in the position of Senior Principal Research Officer or its equivalent for a minimum period of 3 years.

b) Proven management and leadership skills

Salary Scales J.G.

R.I.13: Ksh. 94,235x4,712 –8,947x1,673 – 44x5,013 - 120,270 p.m.

Attractive allowances, commensurate with

the responsibilities of the position will be

payable.

Mode of Application:

Applicants should send a cover letter, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone, fax and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidates’ professional qualifications and work experience, photocopies of their academic and professional qualifications to:

 The Director,

Kenya Agricultural Research Institute,

Kaptagat Road,

 The name and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the envelope.

Qualification
Ph.D

Application and employer's details

Company Name	KENYA AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Address	P.O BOX 57811-00200 NAIROBI

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, BIOTECHNOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION

Date Placed	2010-05-11 11:05:26
Job Title	ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, BIOTECHNOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION
Profession	Researcher
Level of Employment	Senior Management
Category	Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
Institution	KENYA AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Sector	Private Sector
Country of placement	Kenya	Town/City	Nairobi Province
Deadline	09/06/2010

Description

The Kenya Agricultural Research Institute (KARI) is a Parastatal established by the Government of Kenya under the Science and Technology Act Cap 250 to carry out Agricultural Research to support the Crop and Livestock Production sectors of the country. Beside this core function, the Institute collaborates closely with the farmers, pastoralists, extension staff and other National and International Development Partners. KARI manages thirty-three (33) Centers inclusive of the sub-centers located all over the country with a view of developing and disseminating technology, tailored to meet the needs of different categories of farmers in various Agro-ecological zones and Socio-economic Circumstances. In order to enhance the provision of services, the Institute would like to fill in the following positions, which are vacant.

The Institute’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to eligible candidates.

JOB GRADE R.I.13– REF: KARI/2/027/05 (1 Post)

The Assistant Director, Biotechnology and Biodiversity Conservation (BBC) will be reporting to the Director through the Deputy Director, Research and Technology and shall be in charge of genetic resources management and will ensure sustainable use and conservation of agricultural genetic resources.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and co-ordinate the BBC Research Programme.

• Review and develop policies and procedures to govern the BBC research programme.

• Ensure compliance with biosafety and stewardship regulatory requirements in development of biotechnology products/technologies within the institute.

• Compile information for official release of new biotechnology products/technologies (Protocols, Diagnostic kits, vaccines, crop varieties, bio-fertilizers, etc).

• Liaise with the outreach division and other biotechnology and biodiversity stakeholders in creation of awareness of the programmes products/technologies.

• Work in liaison with other KARI research and non-research programmes, and National and International Institutions on matters that are relevant to the BBC programme.

• Establish and maintain linkages with beneficiaries and stakeholders of research/services, including farmers and extension personnel, in development of appropriate biotechnology and biodiversity technologies.

• In liaison with the AD, PM&E, monitor and evaluate research undertaken at research centers and provide advice on technical evaluations to the Institute’s Management which would enable the Management to make appropriate decisions on the Institute’s priorities.

• Ensure proper management of the BBC programme’s expenditures and the proper handling of all its personnel matters in accordance with KARI’s existing regulations.

• Ensure prompt data processing, documentation and preparation of progress reports and annual scientific reports of the programme.

• Identify potential sources of funding for research and submitting proposals for funding.

• Ensure that research priority setting forums with stakeholders are held regularly and that they conform to the needs of BBC programme and contribute towards achievement of KARI’s objectives.

• Plan for human, physical and financial requirements of the respective programmes.

• Ensure Biodiversity conservation issues are well articulated in the Institute.

• Promote linkages with relevant national, regional and International Biodiversity Institutions and stakeholders.

• Ensure articulation of Institutional Biodiverstiy elements with national policy on Biodiversity conservation.

• Ensure that the national genebank is fully supported in both human and financial resource.

• Review periodically the resource needs of the BBC programme.

• Ensure optimal management and conservation of Biodiversity within the Institute including abiding by International.

Requirements for Appointment

• A Doctorate degree in a relevant field from a recognized Institution.

• Proven experience of at least 12 years of uninterrupted research, which must include being an author of at least six (6) scientific publications in refereed journals or relevant books (chapters) AND one (1) verifiable technology/innovation which must have been packaged and disseminated AND the first (principal) author of one (1) grant-winning proposal in addition to at least one of the following achievements:-

a) Served in the position of Senior Principal Research Officer or its equivalent for a minimum period of 3 years.

b) Proven management and leadership skills.

Salary Scales J.G.

R.I.13: Ksh. 94,235x4,712 –8,947x1,673– 44x5,013 - 120,270 p.m.

Applicants should send a cover letter, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone, fax and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidates’professional qualifications and work experience, photocopies of their academic and professional qualifications to:

The Director, Kenya Agricultural Research Institute, Kaptagat Road,

The name and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the envelope.

Qualification
Ph.D

Application and employer's details

Company Name	KENYA AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Address	P.O BOX 57811-00200 NAIROBI
Phone	-

RESEARCH OFFICER

Date Placed	2010-05-11 12:05:33
Job Title	RESEARCH OFFICER I
Profession	Researcher
Level of Employment	White Collar
Category	Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
Institution	KENYA AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Sector	Private Sector
Country of placement	Kenya	Town/City	North Eastern Province
Deadline	09/06/2010

Description

The Kenya Agricultural Research Institute (KARI) is a Parastatal established by the Government of Kenya under the Science and Technology Act Cap 250 to carry out Agricultural Research to support the Crop and Livestock Production sectors of the country. Beside this core function, the Institute collaborates closely with the farmers, pastoralists, extension staff and other National and International Development Partners. KARI manages thirty-three (33) Centers inclusive of the sub-centers located all over the country with a view of developing and disseminating technology, tailored to meet the needs of different categories of farmers in various Agro-ecological zones and Socio-economic Circumstances. In order to enhance the provision of services, the Institute would like to fill in the following positions, which are vacant.

The Institute’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to eligible candidates.

JOB GRADE R.I.10– REF: KARI/2/027/07 (3 Posts)

The Research Officer I in Land and Water Management, Socio-economics and Environment Officer respectively will be reporting to the Officer – in – Charge and they shall conduct research required for agricultural knowledge and technologies for the KARI Garissa mandate region. The Research Officers are expected to come up with appropriate research and development strategies, to implement research and development programmes/projects, and to disseminate and promote the adoption of resulting technologies, products and services for the benefit of end users.

These positions will be based at KARI Garissa Center.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Formulate research project proposals.

• Co-ordinate and implement research projects and communicate research findings including Technology transfer.

• Carry out constraint identification surveys and analysis.

• Prepare reports and technical/scientific publications.

• Ensure proper resource management.

• Guide other staff working in the research programmes.

• Develop and validate diagnostic tools and technologies.

• Provide diagnostic, advisory and training services.

Requirements for Appointment

• Masters’ degree in a relevant field from a recognized Institution.

• Demonstrated merit and ability in work performance as reflected by results as follows:

a) Be the first author of a verifiable paper in aconference/symposium with proceedings.

b) Be at least the second author of at least two (2) verifiable papers in conferences/symposia with proceedings.

R.I.10: Ksh. 40,835x2, 042 – 42,877x2,144 – 45,021x2,251 – 47,272x2,364 – 49,636p.m.

Applicants should send a cover letter, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone,fax and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidates’ professional qualifications and work experience, photocopies of their academic and professional qualifications to:

The Director,

Kenya Agricultural Research Institute,

Kaptagat Road.

The name and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the envelope.

Qualification
Masters

Application and employer's details

Company Name	KENYA AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Address	P.O BOX 57811-00200 NAIROBI
Phone	-

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

Date Placed	2010-05-11 12:05:25
Job Title	ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
Profession	Accountant
Level of Employment	White Collar
Category	Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing
Institution	KENYA AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Sector	Private Sector
Country of placement	Kenya	Town/City	North Eastern Province
Deadline	09/06/2010

Description

The Kenya Agricultural Research Institute (KARI) is a Parastatal established by the Government of Kenya under the Science and Technology Act Cap 250 to carry out Agricultural Research to support the Crop and Livestock Production sectors of the country. Beside this core function, the Institute collaborates closely with the farmers, pastoralists, extension staff and other National and International Development Partners. KARI manages thirty-three (33) Centers inclusive of the sub-centers located all over the country with a view of developing and disseminating technology, tailored to meet the needs of different categories of farmers in various Agro-ecological zones and Socio-economic Circumstances. In order to enhance the provision of services, the Institute would like to fill in the following positions, which are vacant.

The Institute’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to eligible candidates.

JOB GRADE R.I.8- REF: KARI/2/027/11 (1 Post)

The Accounts Assistant will be reporting to the Officer – in – Charge, KARI Garissa and shall be responsible for all matters relating to efficient, effective and sustainable engagement and utilization of the Centre’s financial resources. This position will be based at KARI Garissa Centre.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Verification of payment vouchers.

• Collation of financial estimates.

• Bank reconciliation.

• Assist in preparation of financial reports.

• Provide accurate, timely, reliable financial information as well as timely submissions of annual financial statements of accounts.

Requirements for Appointment

• Served as a Senior Clerical Officer or its equivalent for at least 3 years.

• Attained CPA I or its equivalent qualification from a recognised Institution

• Shown proven competence in work performance and results.

• Computer literacy.

Salary Scales J.G.

R.I.8: Ksh. 30,472x1,524 –96x1,599– 35,275 p.m.

Attractive allowances, commensurate with

the responsibilities of the position will be

payable.

Mode of Application:

Applicants should send a cover letter, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae and the names and addresses (including telephone, fax and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidates’ professional qualifications and work experience, photocopies of their academic and professional qualifications to: The Director, Kenya Agricultural Research Institute, Kaptagat Road.

The name and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the envelope.

Qualification
Tertiary

Application and employer's details

Company Name	KENYA AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Address	P.O BOX 57811-00200 NAIROBI
Phone	-