Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)

Field Assistant

Nairobi

Posted 14 November, 2025

Deadline 03 December, 2025

AgricultureContractorEntry-level(0-1 yr)

Job Description

The role of a Field Assistant (Reference: EXT/KMF/TEMP/4 – 1 Post) at the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) involves providing crucial hands-on support for research activities related to aquatic systems, covering both marine and freshwater environments, with a specific focus on fisheries and aquaculture.

Job Specification

Duties and responsibilities at this grade include:

Assisting in collection and transmission of fisheries and aquaculture data to scientists.
Assisting in the maintenance of fish ponds and aquaria.
Cleaning of laboratories, fish ponds, and aquaria.
Assisting in seining and harvesting fish from ponds.
Assisting in feeding of fish in fish ponds and aquaria.
Assist in observing and reporting abnormal behavior in aquaculture systems.
Assist in observing and reporting functional faults in aquaculture systems.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade as an officer, you must have:

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) D Plain or equivalent.

Key Competencies and Skills

The required competencies and skills include:

Attention to detail.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Corporate Communication and Public Relations.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply by visiting the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) website. Go to www.kmfri.go.ke to complete the application process.