National Biosafety Authority Biosafety Officer II Job in Kenya

The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) was established in pursuant to the provisions of the Biosafety Act No. 2 of 2009 and came into operation on 12th February 2009.

The overall mandate of the NBA is to exercise the general supervision and control over the transfer, handling and use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) with a view to ensuring safety of human and animal health as well as the provision of an adequate level of protection of the environment.

NBA is the competent authority of the Government of the Republic of Kenya mandated to regulate all activities involving GMOs in food, feed, research, industry, trade and environmental release.

NBA seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced Kenyan citizens to fill the following position:-

Ref: NBA/BSO/03/2014

The holder of this position will report to the Senior Biosafety Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in undertaking of border post surveillance and general market surveillanceAssist in implementation of Standards in relation to compliance with various regulationsInvolved in implementation and operationalization of guidelines on GMO testing protocolsInvolved in sampling of consignments of foods and related items / articles for analysis to ensure compliance with Biosafety law, regulations and the required standardsReceiving of GMO applications in the Authority.Screening for administrative and technical completeness.Assist in liaising with regulators, applicants, expert reviewers and stakeholders.Assist in analysis of feedback from regulators, expert reviewers and public commentsBachelor of Science degree in Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Agricultural Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or related Biological Sciences from recognized institution;MSc. degree in any of the above areas is an added advantage;How to Apply
Interested and qualified persons who meet the above criteria should send their applications enclosing a detailed CV, copies of certificates, testimonials and three referees to reach the undersigned by 5 p.m. on 29th May 2014.

Ensure to quote the reference number for the position applied both in the letter and on the envelope. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application can be sent through our email, postal address or hand delivered:

The Chief Executive Officer
National Biosafety Authority
Commission for University Education Building
Redhill Road, off Limuru Road (Route 108)
P.O. Box 28251 – 00100
Nairobi

Email: hrm@biosafetykenya.go.ke
Website: www.biosafetykenya.go.ke