Assistant Government Chemist – 2 Posts at Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK)

Job Description

The Commission dates back to when Civil Service Commission was established by British Colonial Government following Holmes Commission Report, ; Civil Service Commission was advisory to the Governor in matters of appointments;

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:-

Planning, monitoring and evaluating implementation of mineral analytical services; Coordinating research projects; Validating mineral analysis report; Presenting reports of analysis and providing experts evidence in court; Liaising with other laboratories and bodies for information exchange to improve standards of performance; Undertaking personnel workload management and tracking duties to ensure productive utilization of time materials; and Mentoring and coaching staff in the division

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

Served for a minimum period of eight years, three of which must have been at the grade of Senior Chemist, CSG 9 and above or in a comparable and relevant position in the wider public service; A Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry Forensic Science, or equivalent qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya; and Must have experience in testing and analysing of precious stones, precious metals and various mineral ores