Are you a passionate, self-motivated professional eager to contribute to the sustainable development of Kenya’s Blue Economy? The Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) is looking for dynamic and dedicated team players to fill various temporary positions for twelve months. This is your chance to be part of a leading organization driving scientific research in marine and freshwater ecosystems.

About KMFRI

The Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs. Established by an Act of Parliament, KMFRI’s core mandate is to undertake research in marine and freshwater fisheries, aquaculture, environmental and ecological studies, and oceanography. The Institute provides the scientific data and information necessary for the sustainable development of Kenya’s Blue Economy. With research centers and stations across the country, from Mombasa to Turkana, KMFRI is at the forefront of aquatic science.

Available Positions (Grouped by Department)

Find your perfect role from the list below. Click on the application link for each position to learn more and apply.

🔧 Administration Department

1. Position: Administration Officer (1 Post)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/1
Job Description: Supporting security strategy implementation, coordinating emergency plans, identifying security threats, investigating breaches, and maintaining incident records.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, HR Management, or equivalent. KCSE C+. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

2. Position: Office Assistants (5 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/2
Job Description: Performing office and messengerial duties, operating equipment, arranging meetings, dispatching mail, and ensuring office cleanliness.
Qualifications: KCSE mean grade D (plain). Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

🐟 Aquaculture Department

3. Position: Laboratory Technician (1 Post)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/3
Job Description: Cleaning and sterilizing lab ware, receiving samples, supporting analytical work, disposing of waste, and maintaining lab records.
Qualifications: KCSE Certificate. A certificate in Laboratory Science, Laboratory Technology, Food Technology, or Environmental Studies.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

4. Position: Field Assistant (1 Post)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/4
Job Description: Assisting in data collection, maintaining fish ponds and aquaria, cleaning, harvesting fish, feeding, and reporting on system issues.
Qualifications: KCSE D Plain or equivalent.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

📢 Corporate Communication and Public Relations

5. Position: Corporate Communication Officer (3 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/5
Job Description: Event planning, drafting press releases, editing content, managing social media, analyzing metrics, and creating public awareness.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, PR, or Mass Communication. KCSE C+. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

6. Position: Assistant Corporate Communication & PR Officer (2 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/6
Job Description: Assisting with press releases, content generation, administrative support, and organizing PR events.
Qualifications: Diploma in Public Relations Management or Mass Communication. KCSE C Plain. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

⚙️ Engineering and Maintenance

7. Position: Engineering Technician (1 Post)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/7
Job Description: Assisting in electrical installations, building maintenance, vessel upkeep, servicing generators, and maintaining service records.
Qualifications: KCSE C plain. Diploma/Technician certificate Part II in Electrical/Building/Civil Engineering or 2nd Class Marine Engineer Certificate. Registered with a relevant authority.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

💰 Finance and Accounting

8. Position: Accountant (6 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/8
Job Description: Assisting in budget preparation, maintaining vote books, capturing financial data, processing statutory deductions, bank reconciliations, and preparing financial reports.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Administration (Finance) or completed CPA Part III. KCSE C+. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

9. Position: Accountant Assistant (2 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/9
Job Description: Receiving and recording payments, writing cheques, managing petty cash, preparing payment vouchers, and scanning accounting documents.
Qualifications: Passed CPA Part I. KCSE C-. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

👥 Human Resource Management

10. Position: Assistant Human Resource Officer (6 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/10
Job Description: Preparing job ads, maintaining staff records, processing salaries and statutory returns, managing leave applications, and implementing HR decisions.
Qualifications: Diploma in Human Resource Management. KCSE C-. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

💻 Information Communication Technology (ICT)

11. Position: ICT Officer (2 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/11
Job Description: Assisting in program development, installing systems, providing user support, managing networks, administering users, and maintaining the institute’s website.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent. KCSE C+.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

📚 Information Scientists

12. Position: Information Science Officer (2 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/12
Job Description: Providing library services, developing information systems, training users, digitizing content, cataloging, and providing reference services.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Library Studies, Information Science, or equivalent. KCSE C+. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

🧪 Laboratory Services

13. Position: Laboratory Analyst (7 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/13
Job Description: Identifying lab consumables, collecting samples, undertaking analytical work, maintaining equipment and records, and demonstrating lab functions.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Biology, Food Technology, Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Environmental Science. KCSE C+. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

14. Position: Laboratory Technologist (7 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/14
Job Description: Collecting and preparing samples, carrying out analytical work, cleaning equipment, preserving specimens, and maintaining lab records.
Qualifications: Diploma in Applied Biology, Science Laboratory Technology, Analytical Chemistry, Food Science, or Environmental Science. KCSE C-. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

⚓ Maritime Services

15. Position: First Mate (Desk Officer) (1 Post)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/15
Job Description: Keeping watch, coordinating cargo loading, custodian of vessel documents, navigation, and coordinating vessel sea trips.
Qualifications: KCSE C plain. Diploma in Navigation. Certificate of competency (Class 1 Coasting/Inland Waters). 3 years experience as a Second Mate. Supervisory course. 90 days of recent sea time.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

16. Position: Coxswain (1 Post)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/16
Job Description: Piloting small support boats, supervising seamen, and performing regulating duties.
Qualifications: KCSE D+. Coxswain certificate of competency. 3 years of proven experience.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

📈 Business Development Services

17. Position: Business Development Officer (1 Post)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/17
Job Description: Preparing marketing reports, managing publicity, handling customer communication, developing brands, and managing outdoor sales.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Entrepreneurship, Marketing, or Business Management. KCSE C+. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

18. Position: Assistant Sales and Marketing Officer (1 Post)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/18
Job Description: Supporting marketing strategy implementation, developing promotional materials, conducting market intelligence, and maintaining client relationships.
Qualifications: Diploma in Entrepreneurship, Marketing, or Business Management. KCSE C-. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

📊 Planning Department

19. Position: Planning Officer (1 Post)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/19
Job Description: Assisting in preparing strategic plans, policy analysis, budget preparation, collating economic data, and conducting feasibility studies.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Economics & Statistics, or Development Studies. KCSE C+. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

🗃️ Record Management

20. Position: Records Management Officer (2 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/20
Job Description: Ensuring security of documents, managing mail, filing, digitizing records, and maintaining file movement registers.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Science Management, Records Management, or Social Sciences plus a Records Management certificate. KCSE C+. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

🔬 Research Department

21. Position: Assistant Research Scientist (6 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/21
Job Description: Assisting in identifying research problems, data collection and analysis, writing technical reports, disseminating findings, and mentoring students.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Honors degree in Aquatic Sciences, Biological Sciences, Natural Resources, Environmental Studies, Sociology, Economics, etc. KCSE C+. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

🛡️ Security Department

22. Position: Security Officer (1 Post)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/22
Job Description: Participating in security strategy implementation, liaising with security agencies, coordinating emergency plans, investigating breaches, and maintaining crime records.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Criminology or equivalent. KCSE C+. Service in the Police Force or Military.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

📦 Supplies Chain Management

23. Position: Supplies Chain Management Officer (2 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/23
Job Description: Providing technical support on procurement, implementing procurement plans, preparing reports, conducting market surveys, and supporting internal controls.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration (Supply Management), Procurement, or equivalent. KCSE C+. Proficiency in computer applications.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

24. Position: Assistant Supplies Chain Management Officer (6 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/24
Job Description: Assisting in inspection and receipt of goods, storage, stock-taking, providing secretariat services, and maintaining supplier lists.
Qualifications: KCSE C plain. Diploma in Supplies Management or CIPS Foundation Stage Diploma.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

🚗 Transport Department

25. Position: Driver (3 Posts)

Job Ref No: EXT/KMF/TEMP/25
Job Description: Driving authorized vehicles, maintaining work tickets, cleaning vehicles, ensuring security and safety, and adhering to traffic laws.
Qualifications: KCSE D+. Valid driving license free of endorsements. Valid Certificate of Good Conduct. At least one year of driving experience.
Apply Now: https://www.kmfri.go.ke/index.php/component/sppagebuilder/page/48?utm_source=MyJobMag

📝 How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates MUST follow this procedure:

Complete the KMFRI Job Application Form (Available from the ‘Vacancies’ section at the KMFRI Website).
Attach their testimonials, certificates, a copy of their National Identification Card (ID), and Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Soft Copy Applications: Must be sent as a SINGLE PDF document to: recruitment@kmfri.go.ke
Hard Copy Applications: Must be submitted in an envelope clearly marked with the position applied for.