VACANCY No. 1/2021: FISHERIES OFFICER, CSG 10 - ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY (150) POSTS

Terms of Service: Pensionable.

Salary Scale: Ksh. 37,770 - 49,950 p.m.

House Allowance: Depending on duty station

Commuter Allowance: Ksh. 5,000 p.m

Leave Entitlement: 30 days per financial year

Medical Benefits: As existing in the Civil Service

(a) Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

i. Receiving and compiling fisheries related statistical data from field officers;

ii. Analyzing fisheries data and preparing reports;

iii. Enforcement of fisheries laws and regulations, and surveillance of fisheries resources;

iv. undertaking fisheries extension activities;

v. Supervising development and maintenance of fisheries and aquaculture infrastructure;

vi. Inspecting fish and fish handling facilities covering fishing vessels, fish landing sites, fish ports, aquaculture facilities, fish processing enterprises and fish marketing outlets to assess compliance with requirements;

vii. Promoting fish marketing and value addition; and

viii. Identifying fisheries and aquaculture areas that require research.

(b) Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

i. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Fisheries, Biological Sciences, Aquatic Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Science, Fisheries Planning and Management, Chemistry or approved equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

ii. Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;

iii. Applicants with strong comprehension of ICT system and technologies will have an added advantage; and

iv. Valid certificate of good conduct from the National Police Service