Research Technician

By Live Lover -

Vacancy Number: RT-Biotechnology/03/13
Location: ILRI Nairobi campus
Duration: 2 year term renewable

General
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries. ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East, West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia.www.ilri.org.
CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by15 research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations. www.cgiar.org.

The Position: ILRI seeks to recruit a research technician to work with a team carrying out research on improving utilization of farm animal genetic resources.

Job purpose:
To manage the collection and analysis of quantitative genetics data for reporting by research scientist. This involves providing key statistical outputs and designing presentations formats for key findings; developing and updating livestock monitoring and feedback databases; developing and auditing data management protocols for generic data on animal production systems and environments; supporting and strengthening database management; supporting and monitoring web resource maintained by projects; working with multinational partners and stakeholders as various projects demands.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical input and support in quantitative data related to animal genetic resources compilation and analyses of the data collated.
  • Provide support in management, processing and use of livestock databases and data in MISTRO and follow-up documentation, contact details, networking arrangements between various partners.
  • Contribute to research outputs and scientific reporting related to livestock genetics and breeding information in project countries under supervision of scientists.
  • Organise and contribute to capacity building through relevant supportive training in animal breeding and genetic data collection and management, group discussions and provision of feedbacks to livestock keepers and industries players.
  • Participate in institutional training and seminars.
Skills and Competencies:
  • BSc in Animal Production related field with specialization in Animal Genetics and Breeding (partially completed or completed MSc in Animal Genetics & Breeding is an advantage)
  • 5 years of relevant work experience;
  • Good Knowledge  of statistics, MS–Office and livestock databases;
  • Experience with computer software for quantitative for genetic analyses;
  • Experience in a research environment;
  • Ability to work independently and with internal and external stakeholders;
  • Good organisation and problem solving skills;
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Terms of Appointment: This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position, whose initial contract will be for a two (2) year term renewable subject to availability of funds and individual performance. Salary and benefits will be in line with those provided within ILRI’s NRS scheme.
Job level and salary: This position is job Grade 2C KES 116,417 per month.  This is exclusive of other benefits provided by ILRI.
Location: The position will be based at the ILRI campus in Nairobi, Kenya.

How to Apply
Applicants should send a cover letter and CV combined together explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Human Resources Director by registering at this link: http://www.myjobsinkenya.com/ilri_jobs before 7 April 2013. The position title and reference number REF: RT-BIOTECHNOLOGY/03/13 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the online application.

To find more about ILRI, visit our Website at http://www.ilri.org
To find out more about working at ILRI visit our website at http://www.ilri.org/ilricrowd/
ILRI is an equal opportunity employer.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Dispatch Manager

By Live Lover -
Our Client, a leading motorbike and three wheeler assemblers in Kenya seeks to recruit a  Dispatch Manager . The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the scheduling, staging, tracking and reporting of the day's activities. He/she will also be in charge of recording and maintaining data related to the day's work load such as delivery confirmations, mechanical breakdowns, customer requests, charges and expenses incurred. Key Responsibilities Scheduling and assigning work crews, delivery vehicles and service equipment for the daily tasks  Receiving and preparing work orders and monitoring jobs in progress Informing staff about logistic problems or updates and handling questions or complaints from staff and clients Recording and maintaining data related to the day's work load such as delivery confirmations, mechanical breakdowns, customer requests, charges and expenses incurred Identifying items and containers of incoming and outgoing shipments and v...
Read more

Systems Developer

By Live Lover -
Image
Job Title Systems Developer Location Nairobi,KE Organization Name Information Systems Department Description Welcome aboard  Kenya  Airways!  Kenya Airways is truly the Prideof Africa. Our global network now reaches 59 destinations, 46 of which are spread across the  Africa  continent. With a modern fleet of  36 aircrafts, including four Boeing 777 series, makes us one the youngest fleets in  Africa . Kenya Airways opens a world of opportunity across the continent, creating sustainable development by connecting its people and businesses within  Africa  and around the world. At Kenya Airways we believe our greatest asset is our people. When you join Kenya Airways we provide you with training and all the systems and tools you require to perform. And best of all, we provide an environment that enables each and every one of our employees to achieve their full potential. Brief Description Development and Maintenance of reporting, ...
Read more

People Operations Administrator

By Live Lover -
Image
To apply click here Date: 30-Jul-2021 Location: Nairobi, Sub Saharan Africa, KE Company: British Council The British Council builds connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education and the English language. We work in two ways – directly with individuals to transform their lives, and with governments and partners to make a bigger difference for the longer term, creating benefit for millions of people all over the world. We help young people to gain the skills, confidence and connections they are looking for to realise their potential and to participate in strong and inclusive communities. We support them to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications. Our work in arts and culture stimulates creative expression and exchange and nurtures creative enterprise. We connect the best of the UK with the world and the best of the world with the UK. These connec...
Read more