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Job Description
Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) is a State Corporation established in 1986 with obligation to undertake forest research, generate and promote improved technologies for sustainable management, conservation and development of forest and allied natural resources.The Institute wishes to recruit dynamic, result-oriented and self driven persons to fill the vacant positions below:
Research Scientist II (Biometrician)
JG: RF 9
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist Scientists in conceptualizing, planning and designing of experiments, field layout and social studies
Assist scientists in data management, analysis, interpretation of results and reporting;
Assist Scientists in designing research tools for data collection and management;
Identify biometrical and statistical needs of scientists and other staff and strategize how to address them;
Organize and conduct relevant refresher courses for scientists and technical support staff to effectively integrate biometry in research;
Oversee management of research protocols, database and applications.
Requirements for Appointment
Research experience of at least three (3) years
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
BSc. In Biometry/ Statistics/ Mathematics from a recognized institution;
M.Sc. degree in Biometry/Statistics/ Mathematics from recognized institution;
Demonstrate knowledge on a range of statistical software and packages such as GENSTAT, SPSS, R, STATA, SAS among others; and
Demonstrate knowledge on relational database and applications.
Should have written at least three (3) reports/papers;
Research Scientist II (Economist)
JG: RF 9
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
Participate in the Conceptualization, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluating of R&D projects /programmes /activities;
Collect and analyze economic data on forest enterprises and markets using cost benefit analysis, econometric and marketing efficiency tools and procedures on farm household surveys, market value chain surveys, value addition processing, comparative land use/enterprises analysis, technology impact surveys, wealth indices, price analysis, and reviews of statistical data;
Integrate economics and market research in forestry research and development processes by carrying out cost benefits analysis of technology innovation and competitiveness of proposed technologies on existing forest practices/technologies to gauge research benefits and impacts;
Contribute to the understanding on the role of land use economics and market studies to enhance technology adoption and socioeconomic impacts of technologies on the livelihoods/environment and human development;
Assess the role of forest sector in socioeconomic development through monitoring the roles of industry and forest based enterprises in forest technology adoption and development of models for linking tree growers to various vibrant markets niches in the country/export/imports by undertaking market surveys, national and regional trade in forest and natural products.
Produce regularly relevant research publication and policy briefs
Requirements for Appointment
Should have at least three (3) years‟ practical experience;
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
BSc in Forestry/Agricultural Economics/Natural Resource Management (Second Class -Upper Division) or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
MSc in Forestry/Natural Resource Management /Agricultural Economics or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
Should have written at least two (2) reports/papers;
A team player, good in communication and report writing; and
Computer Literacy especially in Excel, SAS, SPSS or relevant economic packages.
Research Scientist II (Forest and Environmental Economist on Policy and Governance)
JG: RF 9
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
Participate in the Conceptualization, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluating of R&D projects /programmes /activities;
Collect and analyze forest and environmental policy and economic data using economic, econometric and environmental tools and procedures such as policy analysis, environmental valuation, payment for ecosystem services, game theory and negotiations, local policy and legal instruments, international engagement instruments and tools on forest and environment (treaties, conventions, agreements and MOUs) among others;
Integrate forest and environmental economics in policy and legal processes and activities by participating in policy and legal revisions, stakeholder capacity building and preparation of policy briefs to inform national and county governments;
Contribute to the understanding of forest and environmental degradation impacts on socioeconomic development, watersheds/river ecosystems stability, resource conflicts, equitable resource cost/benefit sharing, resource governance/structures, food security, and health at both regional, national and global levels
Assess the role of forest/environmental policy/legal instruments on management and provision of environmental goods and services by linking of conservation efforts to quantum of benefits to the local and global economies.
Mainstreaming of some local and international policy and legal instruments to enhance forest/environmental conservation at national, county and ecosystem levels through such instruments as Forest Act, Forest Policy, EMCA, National Climate Change Strategy, Vision 2030, Farm Forest Rules 2009, voluntary Carbon Credits, REDD+ among others.
Produce regularly relevant research publication and policy briefs
Requirements for Appointment
Should have at least three (3) years‟ practical experience;
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
BSc in Forestry/Environmental Management/Natural Resource Management (Second Class -Upper Division) or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
MSc in Environmental Economics/Policy or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
Should have written at least two (2) reports/papers;
A team player, good in communication and report writing; and
Computer Literacy especially in Microsoft Excel SPSS, SAS, or any relevant packages.
Research Scientist II
JG:RF9
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
Develop forestry and allied natural resources research proposals;
Prepare and plan research trials and their field monitoring;
Prepare silvicultural prescriptions to meet required targets;
Undertake collection of field data and subsequent analysis;
Prepare quarterly and annual reports.
Requirements for Appointment
Should have at least three (3) years‟ practical experience in Natural Resource Management;
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
BSc in Forestry/ Natural Resource Management/ Environmental Studies (Second Class -Upper Division);
MSc in Forestry/ Natural Resource Management;
Should have written at least three (3) reports/papers;
A team player, good in communication and report writing; and
Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
Research Scientist II (GIS / Remote Sensing)
JG:RF9
1 Post
Duties and Responsibilities
Undertake geospatial data collection, processing, storage and analysis;
Assist Scientists in Mapping using GPS, map production and onscreen digitizing;
Assist Scientists in Satellite image processing and interpretation;
Assist Scientists in Modelling of forest biomass and carbon stocks;
Develop GIS and remote sensing tools, spatial database and other datasets for research
Identify GIS and Remote Sensing needs of scientists and strategize how to address them
Requirements for Appointment
Should have at least three (3) years‟ practical experience in GIS/Remote Sensing.
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
BSc in Forestry/ Natural Resource Management/ Environmental Studies (Second Class – Upper Division);
MSc in GIS/ Remote Sensing;
Should have written at least three (3) reports/papers;
A team player, good in communication and report writing; and
Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
Research Scientist II (Tree Breeder)
JG:RF 9
1 Post
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Duties and Responsibilities
Develop multi-disciplinary research projects in tree breeding
Participate Develop and update national tree improvement strategies
Supervise and mentor junior staff and students on attachment in tree breeding
Data collection and management
Undertake data analysis and reporting
Requirements for Appointment
Should have at least three (3) years‟ practical experience in tree/plant breeding
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry/Botany from a recognized Institution
OR Bachelor of Science Degree in Natural Resource Management with a major in forestry
M.Sc. Degree in tree/plant breeding from a recognized Institution;
Should have written at least three (3) reports/papers; and
Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
Research Scientist II (Taxonomist)
JG RF 9
1 Post
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Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure that all scientific work in KEFRI is performed with correctly named plants.
Get actively involved in all aspects of conservation, inventory and mapping of vegetation resources.
Ensure that voucher specimens permitting future checking are deposited in KEFRI herbarium.
Maintain and develop KEFRI herbarium.
Requirements for Appointment
Should have at least three (3) years‟ practical experience;
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum aggregate „C+‟ ( plus) or its equivalent qualification;
BSc in Botany/ Natural Resource Management/ Range management or its equivalent (Second Class -Upper Division) from a recognized Institution;
M.Sc. in Botany/ Range management or its equivalent from a recognized Institution;
Should have written at least three (3) reports/papers;
Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognised institution.
How to Apply
Interested persons should send their applications and attach their curriculum vitae containing details of qualifications, experience, present position as well as copies of relevant professional/academic certificates and national identification card.
Envelopes containing the documents should be clearly marked and addressed to:-
The Director,
Kenya Forestry Research Institute,
P.O Box 20412-00200,
City Square, Nairobi,
KEFRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
KEFRI IS ISO 14001:2004 CERTIFIED
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