Assistant Forester (9 Posts) at Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake seed source survey, identification and documentation;
• Undertake flower and seed survey;
• Prepare monthly. Quarterly and annual seed collection programme;
• Mobilize financial, human and physical resources required in seed collection;
• Supervise seed collectors during seed collection exercise to ensure efficient production of quality seed;
• Supervise seed processing and storage to ensure efficient production of quality seed; Documents all processes of seed production including collected seed and prepare all required reports;
• Ensure safety of seed collectors and collected seed;
• Ensure orderliness and cleanliness in the entire seed production process including equipment and facilities;
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, interns, students on attachment;
• Identification of material resources required for undertaking seed production and assisting in their procurement;
• Host technical and non-technical visitors;
• Prepare and sign KEFRI staff performance contract with your supervisor;
• Participate in implementing relevant ISO standards in Research and Development; Participate in compilation of departmental quarterly and annual reports; and
• Any other duty as assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum grade “C-” (C Minus) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Diploma in Forestry from a recognized institution;
• A team player, good in communication and report writing; and
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.