Soil Scientist Job in Kenya

Position: Soil Scientist
 

We are an international Organization with offices in most major towns in the Country. 

We have a vacancy in the below position which we need to fill urgently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect information about soil and field attributes
• Read and interpret maps such as soil and contour
• Document and maintain records

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture with Soil Science and Agronomy as majors

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in soil classification and fertilizer

Other Requirements:

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Possession of a valid driving licence

Work Station: Nairobi but should be prepared to work in any other station within Kenya.
 

If you meet the above requirements, send your resume with your current remuneration to soil.scientist2012@gmail.com latest by September 16th, 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kemri Post Doctoral Research Assistant

Post Doctoral Research Assistant- Molecular Virology

Reference Number:  PDRA-MV-07-12
Category:  Research, Science and Biotechnology
Grade:  9.1
Location:  Kilifi
Country:  Kenya

Summary:

We seek a molecular virologist of outstanding ability to join a dynamic team of researchers working on the epidemiology, evolution and control of respiratory and enteric viruses, including respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) for which the group is internationally recognised. 

The successful candidate will support studies relating to molecular and immuno-epidemiology, transmission dynamics, genetic; antigenic diversity, and evolution of a range of viruses. 

We require post-doctoral level support in relevant molecular biological techniques such as quantitative real time PCR, sequencing and phylogenetics, protein and peptide synthesis and expression. 

We are looking for an individual with the capacity to support on-going studies and, importantly, aptitude to develop independent lines of enquiry. 

Priority will be given to candidates from Kenya or the East Africa Region. This is a two year contract in the first instance.

Principle duties and responsibilities:

• Provide leadership in all molecular virology activities of the VEC group
• Work closely with the lab manager in operating molecular biology facility
• Provide technical support and guidance in molecular biological techniques operated by the research group to technical and research staff involved, including troubleshooting
• Develop and implement new molecular-based assays, eg quantitative real time PCR
• Undertake tasks including primer/probe design, cloning, sequencing and protein expression
• Support viral screen of archived and prospective nasal specimens, including training of staff
• Extend ongoing investigations of the molecular epidemiology of RSV, adenoviruses, human metapneumovirus, influenza viruses and coronaviruses, etc
• Develop Group’s interest in Next Generation Sequencing using in-house Ion-Torrent technology
• Conduct RSV immuno-epidemiology based on strain specific peptides
• Represent the group at Cluster and Programme level, including committee membership
• Coordinate group’s involvement in seminar series, journal clubs and lab management
• Write protocols for scientific/ethical/funder review, reports and scientific papers

Education, experience and skills:

Essential:         

• PhD in Molecular Virology
• Experience in PCR, cloning and sequencing
• Ability to work well within a team
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Aptitude for scientific independence and leadership

Desirable:        

• Bioinformatics expertise
• Student supervision
• Experience in writing funding applications

Application procedure:

To apply for this post you must be a registered user. Log into your account then go to Vacancies, view the post and click on the button: "Apply for this job".  

Please attach also a full academic CV and covering letter describing why you wish to be considered for the position, together with your career aspirations.
http://careers.kemri-wellcome.org/user/login

All applicants are required to state thier current/last salary.

Applicants must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews. The application closing date is 12th August 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information on the appointments contact James Nokes (jnokes@kilifi.kemri-wellcome.org)

KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Research Programme (KWTRP) is an equal opportunity employer.  Direct or indirect canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.  

KWTRP does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).

Senior School French and Spanish Teacher and Humanities Teacher Jobs in Kenya

The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi - Senior School is pleased to invite interested candidates to apply for the following positions:

French and Spanish Teacher (Native speaker preferred, grades 7-9)

Humanities Teacher(Business Studies and Integrated Humanities, grades 7-11)

Requirements:  

Applicants must have a B.Ed. degree in their respective teaching fields and a minimum of 3-5 years experience in a reputable school that offers the IGCSE and IB (MYP and DP) curricula.

Interested applicants should submit their CV by Friday August 3rd 2012 to:

The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi
P.O. Box 44424-00100 Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254 20 3744054, 3749495
Mobile: +254 736 380 101
 

Email: info@faculty.aka-nbi.ac.ke

Laboratory and Allied Telesales Job in Kenya

Telesales

Laboratory and Allied a fast growing pharmaceutical and medical company dealing in the production of both Human and Veterinary products is currently looking for the most competent and suitable personnel to fill the vacancy positions of a Telesales

He will be reporting to the Sales Manager.

Job Purpose: 

To sell products over the telephone to existing and potential clients. To ensure that targets and standards are achieved.

Job Description

• Contacting/calling customers.
• Describe the product benefits and any special offers to the potential and current customers.
• Give advice about how these may benefit customers personally.
• Persuade customers to accept a trial period or a visit from a sales representative.
• Gather and document information about the customer and the product.
• Enter appointment notes into a computer, including dates for follow up calls.
• Take orders and arrange for delivery and bills to be sent.
• Generate new market opportunities through current customers.
• To identify sales opportunities and effectively present key features and benefits of product(s) to secure new business.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by sales manager or any other Senior Managers.

Academic Qualifications

• Diploma in sales and marketing.
• Minimum of 2 years working experience.
• Working in the same position and having a good knowledge of products and services in a pharmaceutical industry will be an added advantage.

Other qualifications

• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Innovative and self- driven
• Enjoy working with customers and building relationships.
• Flexibility and quick thinking.
• Perseverance and the ability to respect customers' answers.
• To be well-organized and thorough, even under pressure.
• Good in time management and planning.

Urgently Required: ASAP

Kindly send your CV’s, copy of the Identification Card and other testimonials either through hand delivery or email tohr@laballied.com or sales@laballied.com

Kindly note that only successful candidates will be shortlisted and invited for an interview

Laboratory and Allied Q.A Validation Executive Job in Kenya

Q.A Validation Executive

Laboratory and Allied a fast growing pharmaceutical and medical company dealing in the production of both Human and Veterinary products is currently looking for the most competent and suitable personnel to fill the vacant position of a Q.A Validation Executive.

He will be reporting to the Deputy Q.A Manager.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Initiate, monitor and implement validation plans or schedules and ensure co-ordination with QC, Production and Maintenance.  
• Prepare monthly and annual validation plans and validation achievement reports.
• Ensures that data in all validations are recorded and maintained.
• Write and implement validations protocols and ensure qualification process validation and cleaning validation are done and properly documented.
• Prepare and implement revalidation and prequalification plans and prepare achievement reports. 
• Ensure process and cleaning validation samples are taken to QC with proper documentation.
• Develop and implement new calibration procedures.
• Ensure the review of VMP.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the manager or any other senior manager.

Education Requirements

• Graduate degree in Bachelor of Science or any other Science related degree.
• Minimum 2 years related experience
• Working in a pharmaceutical firm will be an added advantage.

Other Qualifications

• Strong experience with computer related proficiency Internet, E-mail, MS Office.

Urgently Required: ASAP

Kindly send your CV’s, copy of the Identification Card and other testimonials either through hand delivery or email tohr@laballied.com

Kindly note that only successful candidates will be shortlisted and invited for an interview

Laboratory and Allied Registration Officer Job in Kenya

Registration Officer

Laboratory and Allied a fast growing pharmaceutical and medical company dealing in the production of both Human and Veterinary products is currently looking for the most competent and suitable personnel to fill the vacancy positions of a Registration Officer

He will be reporting to the Product Registration Pharmacist

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare and review the dossiers for registration as per guidelines of relevant countries.
• Preparation and follow up of dossiers for queries and registration status.
• Prepare labels, product information leaflets, patient information leaflets as requirements of relevant legislatures and regulations.
• Ensure correct packaging materials and samples are available for registration.
• Maintain all the documents of registration.
• Ensure formulation is consistent with that in BMR.
• Prepare, submit and follow up on COPPs.
• Prepare and ensure the stability & compatibility protocols and any other reports as per guidelines.
• Ensure that where necessary any change after registration is reported to the regulatory authority.
• Make sure that follow-up is made in order that registration is not delayed and expired.
• Prepare monthly plans with achievement reports for product registration.
• Ensure co-ordination of registration dossiers with QA, QC and production departments.
• Any other duties that may be assigned to me by Product Registration Pharmacist or other Senior Managers.

Urgently Needed: ASAP.

Kindly send your CV’s, copy of the Identification Card and other testimonials either through hand delivery or email tohr@laballied.com

Only successful applicants will be shortlisted and an interview will be conducted.

Laboratory and Allied Medical Representative Job

Medical Representative

Laboratory and Allied a fast growing pharmaceutical and medical company dealing in the production of both Human and Veterinary products is currently looking for the most competent and suitable personnel to fill the 3 vacancy positions of a Medical Representatives.

He will be reporting to the Marketing Manager.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Arrange appointments with medical teams, doctors and pharmacists
• Making presentations to the medical professionals like: doctors, pharmacists, nurses, practice staffs and to all the necessary personnel related to the sector concerning the products.
• Build and maintain positive connections and working relationships with medical personnel and also with the supporting administration.
• Contact customers to find out the needs of the customers, to uphold about the product to the customers, try to satisfy the needs and ensure the terms and conditions of the sale be concerned about the opinion of the customers after selling the product.
• Monitor what are the competitive companies doing and about their products and how are they taking steps for taking the market and defeating others.
• Getting information about the after effect of the product and how the users and consumers reviewed about the product.
• Monitor and anticipate positive and negative effects and impacts of the market to the product and adapting proper strategy to prevent that.
• Attend company meetings regularly; collect technical data, presentations and briefings.
• Presenting and discussing the present which is supplied by the company with healthcare and medical professionals.

Academic Qualification

• Degree holder in pharm-tech/ Bsc.in science.
• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years working experience in the respective position.

Other Qualification

• Strictly MALE medical representative.
• Must have worked in Eldoret, Kisumu and Mombasa.
• Specifically only medical representative no sales representative.
• Self- oriented/ self -driven person.
• Good achievement track.

Urgently needed: ASAP.
Note: Only Serious Candidate Should Apply.

Kindly send your CV’s, copy of the Identification Card and other testimonials either through hand delivery or email tohr@laballied.com or marketing@laballied.com

Only successful applicants will be shortlisted and an interview will be conducted.

Laboratory and Allied Imports Clerk Job

Imports Clerk

Laboratory and Allied a fast growing pharmaceutical and medical company dealing in the production of both Human and Veterinary products is currently looking for the most competent and suitable personnel to fill the vacancy positions of an Imports Clerk.

She/he will be reporting to the Managing Director.

Job Responsibilities And Duties

• Responsible for arranging and completing all associated paperwork, and checking to ensure that all the documents on the nature of the goods being imported are legal and legitimate like import quotas, tariffs, trade agreements, revenue, corporate policies and import laws.
• To check and confirm that all the goods received in the company against paperwork to ensure all goods ordered are accounted for.
• Deal with quotes from prospective shippers and handle claims with insurance companies if any shipment problems happen to occur.
• Provide efficient delivery logistics through data management by filling out import-documentation, compile carrier and route assignments, compute international fees for each shipment and keep track of shipment payments and quotas using automated systems that can identify shipments.
• Collect data and register packages with government agencies.
• Track shipments and communicate with clients about the package's progress.
• Academic Qualification
• Diploma holder in Business Administration.
• Must have at least five years working experience as an import clerk.

Other Qualifications

• They should have knowledge of customs documentation.
• They must be familiar with the legal requirements, customs and policies regarding importing shipments
• Good communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Good numeric skills and administrative skills.
• Must be familiar with computer software programmes e.g. Microsoft office, Excel etc.

Kindly send your CV’s, copy of the Identification Card and other testimonials either through hand delivery or email tohr@laballied.com.

Only successful applicants will be shortlisted and an interview will be conducted.

Koppert Biological Systems Commercial Manager Job

Commercial Manager

Koppert Biological Systems (K) Ltd. is a subsidiary of Koppert B.V. Netherlands -the international market leader in the field of natural/biological crop protection. 

We are strengthening our position in the Kenyan market and hence seek to engage the services of a Commercial Manager.

Reporting to the general manager, the incumbent’s principle responsibilities will include:

• Deliver on-going commercial growth across our product portfolio.
• Develop and implement effective sales and marketing strategies by offering solutions to growers.
• Support the technical sales team to achieve sales targets while offering technical support on Koppert products to clients (growers).
• Undertake market research and intelligence on all issues pertaining to the industry.
• Engage, manage and motivate appropriate product distributors.
• Sales Administration - analysis of contact and sales data to optimize the activities of the technical sales team.

Required qualifications and skills:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or Agriculture from a recognized university.
• Additional post-graduate qualifications in Business (Masters degree or Post-graduate Diploma) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in sales and marketing of crop inputs (biologicals, agrochemicals, fertilizers, seeds, etc.), preferably to both professional growers (large scale farms) and to small-holder farmers through distributors.
• Comprehensive knowledge of, and good networks in, the various Kenyan agricultural sectors.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including formal presentations.
• Superior management, organisational and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, attention to detail, integrity and self-drive.
• An amiable team player, able to build and maintain strong relationships.

If you meet the above criteria, and are interested in taking up this new challenge, kindly email your application and Curriculum Vitae to the address below before 3rd July 2012.

Koppert Biological Systems (K) Ltd.
P.O. Box 41852 -00100
Nairobi, Kenya
info@koppert.co.ke
www.koppert.com

IAT Pension Towers Receptionist Job

Exciting Role in IAT
 

A position ofReceptionist has opened up at the IAT  Pension Towers
 

Get connected to an Exciting career.

IAT Pension Towers is looking for candidates to fill the position of Receptionist. 

The positions combine both Front Office reception work, handling customer enquiries and keeping records of the same. It also involves coordinating the Centre’s weekend operations. 

This position is customer centered, and entails selling IAT’s degree and other courses, giving relevant business and IT career information to clients, encouraging ongoing students to register for diploma and degree courses, registering students onto relevant courses, dealing with student affairs and keeping clean records of the same.

The Person:
 

The suitable candidate should:

• Be a Diploma holder, if possible in a business related field
• Have completed both ICDL 1 & 2
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Be able to work flexible hours (upto 7p.m. in the evenings)
• Have experience in handling customers and be a people person
• Be able to participate in marketing activities

If you strongly believe that you have the qualities outlined above, enclose your detailed curriculum vitae (not more than 2 pages), your diploma certificate and cover letter stating why you think you are the right person for the job, to reach the HR Director not later than 5 p.m. on Saturday 23rd June 2012.

Address applications to: 

HR Director
IAT, 
P.O. Box 14201, 00800,
Nairobi, Kenya
 

Email: HRD@symphony.co.ke
 

Phone 4455000/ 0716 793 954

Applicants are required to call the HR Department on the numbers shown above on Wednesday 27th June  2012, to find out if they have been short listed for the position. 

TRFK Chief Executive Officer I Job in Kenya

Chief Executive Officer I

Director of Research

Job Ref. MN 5386

Our client, Tea Research Foundation of Kenya (TRFK) is a State Corporation whose mandate is to promote research into and investigate all problems relating to tea throughout Kenya. 

The Director is the Chief Executive Officer and shall be responsible to the Board of Directors for the overall management and administration of the Foundation. 

Specifically, as the Foundation’s Chief Executive officer, he/she shall be responsible for the implementation of the Board’s decisions in a result oriented and resource prudent manner to add value to stakeholders and stakeholders’ equity.

Job Profile

• The Director will be the Chief Executive Officer and secretary to the Board.
• Be responsible for overall coordination and management of research and extension services in the Foundation.
• Recommend to the Board, strategic interventions on changing the scientific and technological environment, opportunities for product market development.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders on tea industry analysis, environmental impact assessment and data bank management.
• Promote leadership in the implementation of TRFK’s policies, plans and programmes as well as guiding the institution in fulfilling its role in implementation of Vision 2030 and Medium term plans.
• Negotiate, monitor and report the annual performance contract targets.
• Oversee the Foundation’s human resource and ensure that appropriate management structures and policies are developed and implemented.
• Formulate and implement best practices and management principles and ensure effective communication between different levels of the Foundation so as to promote ethnical practices and good corporate governance and citizenship.
• Formulate and implement effective financial and procurement policies, plans and procedures to spur profitability ¡n the Foundation.
• Develop and recommend to the Board the long term strategy, business plans, annual plans, annual operating budgets, establish proper internal monitoring, control systems and procedures.
• Promote a good corporate culture, ethics and communication within the Foundation

Person Profile

• Must have a PhD in a relevant agricultural science field from a recognized university. Experience in tea science will be an added advantage.
• Minimum ten (10) years research experience, five (5) of which must have been in a senior management position in a medium to a large sized Research organization.
• A proven track record in publishing in peer reviewed journals and demonstrable experience in innovation and products development.
• Knowledge and experience on tea and perennial crops issues and challenges in Kenya.
• Knowledge of government policies and regulations on financial management, public procurement and human resources management.
• A motivated, innovative and result-oriented team player.
• Ability to mobilize funding for research.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.

Send your application with a detailed CV with a daytime telephone contact and copies of certificates. 

Please also summarize yourself as follows:

Job Ref. No.:
Your name:
Current/Past Salary 
Year 2011 p.m:

Year 2012 p.m  :
Year 2012 Benefits
If house, state market rent,:
If car state cc.:

Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 2.OOp.m, 18th June, 2012. 

Limit email to 3 pages A4 size CV and no attachments. 

Send to: Executive Selection Division, Manpower Services (K) Floor, Landmark Plaza, Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance, P.O. Box 50736-00200,

Email: recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com maximum Ltd., 3rd Nairobi.

World Agroforestry Centre Senior Scientist (Capacity Development) Job

About our organization

The World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. 

As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.

The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. 

We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.

To learn more about our organization, please visit our website:www.worldagroforestry.org

About the position

ICRAF seeks to recruit a candidate for the position of Senior Scientist: Capacity Development to be based at its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. Reporting to the Deputy Director General responsible for Partnerships and Impact.

The incumbent will provide leadership in the following key areas which are illustrated in ICRAF’s capacity development strategy:

• Assess partner needs and identify capacity constraints;
• Develop and implement intervention programmes and projects for agroforestry capacity development (including methods and tools for assessing success/impact);
• Capture the capacity development aspects from CGIAR Research Programmes (CRPs) and develop effective strategies for implementation and monitoring them in partnership with sister CGIAR centres and partners
• Incorporate the partner capacity needs into resource mobilization proposals for donor support;
• Enhance coordination and quality management of ICRAF’s capacity development work;
• Support the development of learning resources and curricula;
• Undertake research on capacity development in agroforestry and closely related areas and organizations; and
• Work with ICRAF scientists to strengthen partner capacity.

Requirements

• PhD in Agroforestry, Agriculture, Forestry, or other relevant discipline with specialization in environment or natural sciences
• A minimum of ten years post-graduation experience in capacity development in a tropical developing country
• Demonstrated track record of research, publishing and evaluation in the capacity development field at international level
• Fluency in oral and written English is required; ability to communicate in Spanish and/or French would be an added advantage
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, especially in a multicultural environment
• Excellent facilitation skills

Of added advantage would be:

• Qualifications and/or experience in education and educational technology
• Familiarity with the CGIAR system
• Familiarity with agriculture and forestry in Africa, Asia and Latin America.

Terms of offer

The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women. 

This position is on international terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to a probation period of nine (9) months, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.

How to apply

Applications for the position must include:

• A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectations
• A detailed curriculum vitae
• The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.

All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), PO Box 30677, Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org. 

Applicants should indicate “Application for Senior Scientist: Capacity Development” on their letters or email submissions.

Applications will be considered until 22nd June 2012 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected.

Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

Lab Technician Job in Kenya - Food Company

Job Description for Lab Technician
 

Our client based in the food industry wishes to recruit aLab Technician. 

The Job Description is as below:

• Applies scientific and engineering principles in research, development, production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and utilization of foods: Conducts basic research, and new product research and development of foods.
• Develops new and improved methods and systems for food processing, production, quality control, packaging, and distribution.
• Studies methods to improve quality of foods, such as flavor, color, texture, nutritional value, convenience, or physical, chemical, and microbiological composition of foods.
• Develops food standards, safety and sanitary regulations, and waste management and water supply specifications.
• Tests new products in test kitchen and develops specific processing methods in laboratory pilot plant, and confers with process engineers, flavor experts, and packaging and marketing specialists to resolve problems.
• Conduct standardized tests on food, beverages, additives, and preservatives in order to ensure compliance with standards and regulations regarding factors such as color, texture, and nutrients.
• Provide assistance to food scientists and technologists in research and development, production technology, and quality control.
• Compute moisture or salt content, percentages of ingredients, formulas, or other product factors, using mathematical and chemical procedures.
• Examine chemical and biological samples in order to identify cell structures, and to locate bacteria, or extraneous material, using microscope.
• Record and compile test results, and prepare graphs, charts, and reports.
• Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.
• Analyze test results to classify products, or compare results with standard tables.
• Mix, blend, or cultivate ingredients in order to make reagents or to manufacture food products.
• Measure, test, and weigh bottles, cans, and other containers in order to ensure hardness, strength, and dimensions that meet specifications.
• Taste or smell foods or beverages in order to ensure that flavors meet specifications, or to select samples with specific characteristics.
• Order supplies needed to maintain inventories in laboratories or in storage facilities of food or beverage processing plants.
• Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Lab Technology
• At lease 2-4 years experience

Desired Qualities

• Having abilities to meet deadlines.
• Having competent math and IT skills.
• Being able to work alone and inside a team.
• Being methodical.
• Being able to concentrate for long periods of time.
• Having good problem solving abilities.
• Being responsible.
• Being able to work under pressure.
• Having high attention to details.
• Having good communication abilities

If you qualify for the above position please send your cv to recruitment@xantiaconsulting.com quoting the title of the job on or before Tuesday 29th May 2012.

KESREF Extension Scientist, Research Scientist, and Internal Auditor Jobs

The Kenya Sugar Research Foundation(KESREF) is a State Corporation in the Ministry of Agriculture, with its headquarters at Kibos near Kisumu. 

KESREF is mandated to develop and disseminate appropriate technologies for enhanced productivity, value addition and competitiveness of the Kenyan sugar sub-sector.

KESREF wishes to recruit qualified and experienced individuals to the following vacant positions:

Extension Scientist

Grade RF 11 (1 Post)- REF: ES/REC/01/12
Salary Scale: RF 11 

Ksh 63790x3190-66980x3340-70320x3520-73840x3690-77530x3880-81410 p.m.

The Extension Scientist reports to the Assistant Director Technology Transfer. The successful candidates may be deployed in any of the four centres at Kibos, Opapo, Mumias, or Mtwapa.

Duties Include

• Plan and conduct farmer training activities
• Disseminate research results through field days, seminars ,shows and open days.
• Liaise closely with specific extension staff from Ministry of Agriculture, sugar milling factories and farmers’ organization to hold farmers’ outreach programmes
• Participate in multi-disciplinary research teams
• Supervision and development of staff
• Prepare individual budget, work plans and reports

Level of Education and Experience:

• MSc degree in Agricultural Education and Extension from a recognized university.
• Evidence of output and extension experience of at least 5 years.
• ICT competency

Other Competencies

• Personal initiative and high integrity
• Good public relations and communication skills
• Team working skills with interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Certificate of good conduct

Research Scientist Agricultural/Irrigation Engineer 

Grade RF 11 (1 Post)- REF: AIE/REC/02/12
Salary Scale : RF 11 

Ksh 63790x3190-66980x3340-70320x3520-73840x3690-77530x3880-81410 p.m.

The Research Scientist Agricultural/Irrigation Engineer reports to the Director. The successful candidate will be deployed at Kibos station.

Duties include;

• Carrying out studies on soil water plant relations to promote water retention, improve drainange, infiltration and efficient water use.
• Carrying out studies on appropriate irrigation and drainage technologies to improve cane yields and stabilize cane supply.
• Establishment of standards of work for a range of mechanical operations such as land preparation, transport, etc.
• Develop and promote appropriate farm machinery, tools and equipment
• Development and integration of environmentally sound techniques and practices in sugar production systems.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary research teams
• Supervision and development of staff
• Departmental budget, work plans and reports
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Director

Level of Education and Experience:

• MSc degree in Agricultural Engineering or related field from a recognized university.
• Evidence of output and relevant work experience of at least five (5) years.
• ICT competency

Other Competencies

• Personal initiative and high integrity
• Good public relations and communication skills
• Team working skills with interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Certificate of good conduct

Internal Auditor 

Grade RF 10 (1 Post)- REF:IA/REC/03/12
Salary Scale: RF 10 

Ksh 52000x1240-57060x1340-61110x1370-65300x1450-66750 p.m.

The Internal Auditor reports to the Internal Audit Manager. The post exists in Kibos Headquarters.

Duties include

• Participates in preparations of risk-based audit plans/programmes
• Determine scope of review in conjunction with the Internal Audit Manager.
• Documents, evaluates and tests systems and controls to determine their adequacy and effectiveness to ensure 

1. compliance with policies and procedures, 
2. accomplishment of management’s objectives, (iii) reliability and integrity of information, 
3. economic use of resources, and 
4. safeguarding of assets

• Develops and discusses findings; comes to agreement on recommendations and timelines for corrective actions with responsible officers of operations audited and monitors the implementation status of agreed recommendations.
• Prepares working papers for review by the Internal Audit Manager.
• Drafts audit reports
• Any other duties assigned by the Internal Audit Manager

Level of Education and Experience:

• Holders of a relevant University degree and CPA II/CIA II or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• In addition the candidate must have three (3) years post qualification experience in internal auditing from a reputable organization.
• ICT competency

Other Competencies

• Personal initiative and high integrity
• Good public relations and communication skills
• Team working skills with interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Certificate of good conduct

Interested candidates for the above positions who meet the requirements may send their applications with the reference number clearly stated on the envelop and letter of application and detailed curriculum vitae containing current as well as expected remunerations, names and addresses of three referees and day time telephone contact, with copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to:

The Director
Kenya Sugar Research Foundation
P. O. Box 44-40100, Kisumu
E-mail: director@kesref.org

So as to reach him not later than 4.00 pm on 8th June 2012
KESREF is an equal opportunity employer.

IPA Lab Coordinator Job in Nairobi

Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Benefits Project

Position: Lab Coordinator

Deadline to Apply:January 25, 2012 (applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis)

Start Date: February 2012

Location: Nairobi; with flexibility to travel

Eligibility: Position open to all nationalities; Kenyan nationals strongly encouraged apply

IPA’s WASH Benefits Project is a five year study to evaluate the health benefits of sanitation, hygiene, household water treatment and nutrition using a large-scale, randomized evaluation in Western Province.

In the first phase of the study, to commence in early 2012, WASH Benefits will work in 1,000 villages, conduct 10,000 baseline surveys, and deliver interventions to 10,000 households. The project will be based out of two satellite offices in Western Province. The principal investigators of WASH benefits are Michael Kremer and Clair Null.

IPA’s water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) benefits project seeks a qualified applicant for the position of Lab Coordinator.

The Lab Coordinator will manage sample collection, processing, and analysis of child stool, blood, and urine samples in Western Kenya in order to meet the project objectives to measure environmental enteropathy and parasite infections among young children.

The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand field management experience in an organization undertaking cutting-edge development research. This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya, with travel to Kakamega and other areas of Western Kenya.

The Lab Coordinator will work closely with the WASH benefits management team, academic researchers, and project collaborators at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) and Moi University.

The Lab Coordinator position will be based at KEMRI’s headquarters in Nairobi.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee implementation of field protocols to collect and process stool and blood samples
• Develop and oversee implementation of lab processing protocols, including:

1. ELISA assays on venous blood serum to test for indicators of environmental enteropathy (gut inflammation and gut permeability).
2. ELISA assays to test stool samples for markers of gut inflammation.
3. ELISA assays to test stool samples for Giardia, Cryptosporidium, and E. histolytica
4. Kato-Katz microscopy to test stool samples for hookworm, Trichuris, and Ascaris

• Managing lab technicians, including development and implementation of quality control and quality assurance procedures and checking and analyzing data
• Cleaning data and assisting in preliminary analysis
• Assisting in the writing of project reports and policy memos
• Coordinating with local partners, including KEMRI and Moi University

Desired Qualifications and Experience

• At least 3 years of biological laboratory experience
• Experience performing ELISA assays required
• Experience performing Kato-Katz microscopy preferred
• A Bachelor's degree in biology, environmental health, or related fields.
• Experience living in a developing country is a strong plus
• Excellent management and organizational skills along with strong quantitative skills
• Fluency and excellent communication skills in English; fluency in Swahili is a strong plus
• Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and team player
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-level relationships with partner organizations
• We are looking for a commitment period of 2 years for this position.

If you are interested in applying, please follow the instructions below:

To Apply:

Please send a cover letter, detailed CV (including daytime phone number and an email address), your scanned copy of certificates, and 3 professional references. All files should be submitted in pdf form with the file names LASTcover_letter.pdf, LASTNAME_CV.pdf, LASTNAME_certificate# (non-pdf format acceptable, replace # with 1, 2, 3, etc.), LASTNAME_references.pdf.

Applications can be submitted in person at our Busia office, by email to, jobs-kenya@povertyaction.org ,

or by mail to PO Box 373, Busia, 50400 Kenya.

If you submit by email, please ensure that the subject line reads: “WASH Benefits Lab Coordinator” REF NO: WB-2012-01-01.”

All applicants will be considered for the Lab Coordinator position and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Lab Coordinator. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities.

Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from anapplicant.

Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization.

Please direct questions to jobs@poverty-action.org.

icipe Postdoctoral Research Career Opportunity - IPM Programmes

icipe is an intergovernmental organisation funded by government aid agencies, UN organisations and private foundations to carry out research and training in environmentally sound and sustainable management of arthropods for improved health and agricultural productivity in the tropics.

icipe has approximately 350 staff to support its research and capacity building programmes, located at various sites in Kenya and Ethiopia.

icipe seeks to urgently hire a highly motivated candidate to join an established interdisciplinary team dedicated to the development of sustainable IPM programmes for mango and cashew pests in sub-Saharan Africa.

Responsibilities

• The incumbent will plan and direct semiochemical ecology work to support the implementation of environmentally acceptable interventions to manage Bactrocera invadens (an invasive fruit flies of mango) and mirid of cashew.
• Lead a balanced basic and applied research program targeted towards developing new female-biased attractants from blends of host fruit volatiles for monitoring, mass trapping and suppression.
• Explore the exact identity of key ligands from host fruit volatiles using linked gas chromatography-single sensillum recordings (SSR),
• Develop and formulate blends of compounds, carry out field testing of the compounds in comparisons with standard food attractants, as well as quantifying their impact on the target pests and their compatibility with other IPM packages.
• Expected to be among a team conducting complementary field suppression studies that incorporate entomopathogens, classical biological control, bait-based technology, and use of soft pesticide in an integrated system to manage other pests such as indigenous fruit fly, mango seed weevil and coreid pests.

The position requires cooperation with on-station research personnel in complementary disciplines and with NARS and mango and cashew growers in target countries. The Postdoctoral Fellow will be based at icipe’s headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, but will be expected to spend a portion of his/her time at Max Planck Institute of Chemical Ecology, Jena, Germany to participate in complementary research on fruit flies.

Requirements

The suitable candidate should have :

• PhD in Entomology, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry or any related Biological Science field with no more than 3 years experience
• Excellent background in chemical ecology techniques (for example bioassay guided micro-identification of compounds, field assays, arthropod electrophysiology, gas chromatography and mass spectra analyses)
• Good oral and written scientific communication skills
• Oriented towards good scientific output
• Proficiency in English language (with French as an added advantage)
• The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent interpersonal, management and organizational skills
• Experience in working with fruit flies and mirid is desirable

A competitive compensation package will be offered to the selected candidate and the appointment will initially be for two years.

Applications will be accepted up to 20 January 2012.

Only applications of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

Please send an application with a detailed CV, names and addresses of 3 referees including e-mail addresses, fax numbers and remuneration package to:

icipehr@icipe.org

The Human Resources Department
icipe - African Insect Science for Food and Health
P.O. Box 30772-00100
Nairobi
Kenya

icipe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Statisticians, Payroll Accountant and Payroll Officers Jobs - Kenya National Bureau of Statistics

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) is a corporate body established under the Statistics Act (2006).

It is the principal Government agency responsible for the collection, compilation, analysis, publication and dissemination of official statistical information and its custody.

It also oversees the coordination, supervision and development of programmes within the National Statistical System.

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following positions:-

Job Title: Statistician/ (STAT)
KNBS: Level 6
Ref: KNBS/ STAT/7/2011
No. of Posts: 12

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Manager in the relevant Division of a Directorate, this is the entry grade for the Statistician cadre. An officer at this level will be responsible for a specific sector, location, service or area of activity.

Key Responsibilities

Headquarters

• Responsible for a specific economic sector or an area of statistical activity;
• Drawing up survey questionnaires and setting up control procedures for receiving returns and taking the necessary action;
• Collection, collation, computerization and analysis of data;
• Writing and submitting reports on specific assignments;
• Any other assignments given by the Senior Manager in the relevant directorate

Field Operations

• Deputize the County Statistical Officer;
• Coordinate collection, collation, compilation, analysis, and dissemination of population or social related Statistics;
• Coordinate, design and undertake county specific or national Population or/and Social related household and establishment based sample surveys;
• Monitor the quality of the population and social statistics data;
• Prepare periodic KNBS publications;
• Ensure that the activities of the Directorate are documented by preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports;
• Update the national and county Bureau statistical frame, population and social statistics database;
• Respond to requests from population and Social data users;
• Provide technical support to the county or relevant ministerial headquarters on statistical issues;
• Any other assignments given by the County Statistical Officer

Minimum Requirements

• An Upper Second Class Honours degree in Statistics with appropriate specialization from a recognized university/institution; or
• An Upper Second Class Honours degree in Economics, or Economics and Mathematics, or Economics and Statistics from a recognized university/institution; or
• An Upper Second Class Honours degree in any of the subjects enumerated at (I & II) above with a bias towards Computer Science, Operations Research, Survey Techniques and demographic Techniques and Demographic Techniques from a recognized university/institution.
• Be computer literate
• Be aged 30 years or below

Job Title: Payroll Accountant
KNBS: Level 5
Ref: KNBS/ P Acct/8/2011
No. of Posts: 1

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the Officer will be expected to administer the payroll and to prepare salary statements of all employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Be responsible for maintaining computerized payroll related accounts;
• Calculate net salaries after taking into consideration deductions and exemptions and ensuring timely remittances of statutory deductions;
• Verify statements of earnings for employees, indicating gross and net salaries and deductions such as taxes, and insurance and pension plans;
• Verify and process forms and documentation for administration of benefits such as pension plans, leave, share savings, employment and medical insurance;
• Reconciliation of accounts and accuracy of accounts
• Be a link between the accounts and the payroll section
• Ensure maintenance of records relating to monthly payroll details
• Any other assignments given by the Chief Accountant

Minimum Requirement

• Have a first degree in Commerce or related field from a recognized University;
• Be a holder of CPA III or its equivalent
• 5 years financial accounting experience;
• Be familiar with workings of computerized financial systems;
• Be familiar with Government Financial systems;
• Knowledge of payroll accounting will be an added advantage.
• Have an eye for detail.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Programmes (ERP) will be an added advantage..
• Have a high level of integrity
• Be of age 35 years or below

Job Title: Payroll Officer
KNBS: Level 5
Ref: KNBS/ P Off /9/2011
No. of Posts: 2

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Manager Human Resource Development, the Officer will be expected to assist in the payroll administration and to prepare salary statements of all employees.

Key Responsibilities

• To collect, verify and process payroll information and determine pay and benefit entitlements for employees
• Prepare statements of earnings for employees, indicating gross and net salaries and deductions such as taxes, and insurance and pension plans
• Complete and process forms and documentation for administration of benefits such as pension plans, leave, share savings, employment and medical insurance
• Provide information to employees on payroll matters, benefit plans
• Compile statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefits accounts ;
• Any other assignments given by the Manager Human Resource Development

Minimum Requirements

• Have a first degree in Commerce, Human Resource or related field from a recognized University;
• Have a Diploma in Human Resource Management
• 5 years experience in payroll management;
• Be familiar with workings of computerized Human Resource systems;
• Be familiar with Government Financial systems;
• Be of age 35 years or below.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Programme (ERP) will be an added advantage.

Applicants should submit Application letters accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, full names and contacts of three (3) referees, daytime contacts, and copies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts’ testimonials and National ID/Passport.

The reference number for the post applied should be clearly marked on the envelope and addressed to:-

The Director General
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
P. O. Box 30266 – 00100
Herufi House, 1st Floor, Room 102
Nairobi

Applications must be received not later than 13th January 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.