Deputy Director of Fisheries - 8 Posts
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| Remuneration | |
|---|---|
| Basic Salary (p.m) | Ksh. 167,812 – 251,655 |
| House Allowance (p.m) | Ksh.50,000 (or as per prevailing government rates) |
| Commuter Allowance (p.m) | Ksh. 16,000 (or as per prevailing government rates) |
| Annual Leave: | 30 days per leave year. |
| Medical Benefits | As per the Kenya Fisheries Service medical scheme |
| Work station | Any KeFS Regional Office. |
Minimum Qualifications & Work Experience
- Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years' relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the Level of Assistant Director of Fisheries or in a comparable position.
- Bachelor's degree in any of the following fields: Fisheries, Biological Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Aquatic Sciences, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Science, Physical Sciences, or an equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Applicants with a Master's degree in any of the following fields: Biological Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Aquatic Sciences, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Science, Physical Sciences, or an equivalent from a recognized institution will have an added advantage;
- Strategic Leadership Development Programme from a recognized institution;
- Shown competence in planning and implementation of development, management and research of fisheries projects and programs;
- Knowledge of fisheries development and management policies, Fisheries Management and Development Act (cap.378) and other related statutes and international conventions;
- Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
- Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:
- Initiating and implementing fisheries policies, programs and strategies;
- Evaluating Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance (MCS) systems;
- Initiating the development of transboundary fisheries management plans;
- Monitoring the implementation of regional and international fisheries agreements;
- Coordinating the strengthening of fisheries extension services;
- Promoting cooperation between the fisheries sector and counties, local and international stakeholders.
- Undertaking cost-effective research to advance national and sectoral priorities;
- Promoting fish marketing and value addition;
- Harmonizing fisheries technical training in liaison with counties and related institutions and other stakeholders.
- Any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.