Advising the Director General on matters of research and development;
Advising management on all policies and strategies related to marine and fisheries research;
Advising the Board of Management on research bodies and institutions of higher learning within and outside Kenya to collaborate or partner with for enhancing technology and knowledge transfer;
Developing research policies, strategies and programmes related to the specific field;
Overseeing the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of marine and fisheries research;
Coordination of research conducted in KMFRI research centers and stations;
Ensuring the presence of KMFRI in complex multi-disciplinary national and international research programmes;
Enhancing the image and reputation of the institute in international fora;
Reviewing and guiding scientific publications and research grant applications;
Approving scientific manuscripts for publication;
Oversee the identification of innovations and technologies for up-scaling;
Establishing linkages with other research bodies and institutions of higher learning within and outside Kenya to enhance technology and knowledge transfer;
Overseeing the dissemination of research findings to publics, institutions of higher learning and other research institutions locally and internationally to increase KMFRI’s visibility;
Overseeing capacity building of stakeholders in marine and fisheries research and blue economy;
Overseeing the promotion of outreach of marine and fisheries programmes through various channels;
Overseeing the monitoring and evaluation of research activities;
Mobilizing resources for research;
Overseeing the monitoring and evaluation of research contracts;
Overseeing the mentoring, management and training of scientists in the respective directorate;
Deployment of technical staff in the respective directorate;
Submitting the directorate quarterly and annual reports;
Development of the directorate’s agenda for the Board of Management; and
Prosecuting the agenda of the directorate in the relevant Board Committee Meeting;
Requirements for Appointment/Person Specification
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -
Minimum KCSE C+ (plus) or its equivalent;
Bachelor’s 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, Biometrics, Biotechnology; or any other aquatic, fisheries or equivalent from a recognized institution;
Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Marine or Fisheries Sciences, Biological or Physical Sciences, Sociology, Economics, Biometrics, Environmental Studies; or equivalent from a recognized institution;
Doctorate Degree in in any of the relevant research disciplines applicable to the institute from a recognized institution;
At least twelve (12) years’ relevant work experience in research and development, five (5) of which must be in management or an equivalent position in the private or public sector;
Published at least 14 peer-reviewed publications in ISI – indexed journals / book chapters of which at least eight (8) are as first author from the latest date of promotion;
Led the development of at least three large project proposal that have been funded;
Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks (cumulative) / Corporate Governance course from a recognized institution;
Strong interpersonal, communication, facilitation and presentation skills;
Demonstrated outstanding professional, managerial, and leadership competencies as reflected in work performance and results as exhibited thorough the understanding of national goals, policies, and objectives;
Ability to relate national goals, policies and objectives to marine and fisheries research and development function;
Proficiency in computer applications; and
Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the constitution of Kenya.
Other Key Competencies and Skills
Strong communication and reporting skills;
Strong analytical and numerical skills;
Strong organization and interpersonal skill;
Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills;
Interpersonal and negotiation skills;
Conflict management skills; and
Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams.
