Senior Assistant Government Chemist at Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK)

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

(i) served for a minimum of three (3) years in the grade of Assistant Government Chemist, Job Group ‘P’;

(ii) a Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Chemistry, Food Science and Technology, Forensic Science, Biochemistry or Environmental Science from a university recognized in Kenya;

(iii) a Masters degree in any of the following fields:- Chemistry, Water Quality Management, Water and Environmental Resources, Environmental Science, Environmental Management and Planning, Food Science and Technology, Biochemistry or Forensic Science from a university recognized in Kenya;

(iv) attended a Strategic Leadership course in a recognized institution; and

(v) demonstrated high degree of administrative capability, technical and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.

Responsibilities:      
Duties and Responsibilities An officer at this level shall be responsible to Chief Government Chemist. Specific duties and responsibilities at this level include:

(i) providing technical advice to Government agencies and the public on matters relating to analytical services, water quality and pollution control;

(ii) analyzing foods, drugs, crime scene specimens and other materials;

(iii) ensuring availability of supplies and equipment; and

(iv) coordinating research projects relating to quantitative and qualitative analysis.