Assistant Director, Partnership, Resource Mobilization and Enterprise Management, KMFRI Grade 4

Reference: KMF/EX/ADVT/AD-PRM&EM/4

Job description

Providing input in the development and implementation of mobilization policies and strategies for sourcing funds from individuals, bilateral, multi-lateral and private organizations;

Identifying and mapping out potential areas of resource mobilization;

Identifying, analysing and documenting fundraising gaps in the Institute;

Formulating and reviewing fundraising tools for the Institute to ensure uniformity and shared vision;

Formulating multi-disciplinary project and program proposals for resource mobilization to support the Institute;

Identifying and bidding to win marine and fisheries consultancies, with allied natural resources-based consultancies, to grow the Institute's resource base;

Coordinating partnerships and cooperation with other research organizations and institutions of higher learning in joint research and training through Memoranda of Understanding;

Developing joint work plans and activities with collaborators for active Memoranda of Understanding;

Ensuring effective maintenance and updating of records of partners' support;

Reviewing and analysing the partnership database for policy decisions;

Coordinating the development and execution of work plans, budgets and progress reports in the Department;

Ensuring quality assurance and effective aid utilization for realized donor projects;

Training and mentoring scientists and students on attachment in resource mobilization for improved resources and career progression;

Conducting intelligence analysis of donor policies, practices and consultancy opportunities for timely response;

Providing quality assurance for ongoing donor projects to ensure compliance with anticipated outputs and objectives;

Marketing and participating in lobby forums to enhance the Institute's visibility;

Coordinating teams responding to calls for Letters of Interest (LoI), Concept Notes and Proposals on websites, newspapers and institutions to ensure responses are relayed in a timely manner; and

Participating in key internal forums to internalize Research and Development needs and debates to inform fundraising concepts and proposals.

Person specification

For appointment to this grade, the officer must have:

Cumulative service period of twelve (12) years' relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been as a Principal Resource Mobilization & Partnership Development Officer or a comparable position;

Master's Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Project Management, Corporate Communication/Public Relations, Social Sciences, Social Economics, Natural Resource Sciences or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Project Management, Corporate Communication/Public Relations, Social Sciences, Social Economics, Natural Resource Sciences or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

Certificate in Negotiation or Persuasion Skills course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;

Certificate in Resource Mobilization course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;

Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks, or equivalent, from a recognized institution;

Proficiency in computer applications; and

Demonstrated results in work performance.

Key competencies and skills

Strong analytical skills;

Communication skills;

Strategic and innovative thinking; and

Strong interpersonal skills.

Remuneration and benefits

Basic salary scale: KShs. 148,634 – KShs. 193,225 P.M.

House allowance: KShs. 50,000 P.M.

Commuter allowance: KShs. 17,000 P.M.

Annual leave allowance: KShs. 20,000 P.A.

Medical cover and other allowances: As provided by KMFRI

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , Professional Certificate

How to apply

The detailed job descriptions, person specifications and other requirements are accessible on KMFRI's official recruitment portal (https://careers.kmfri.go.ke/). Interested and qualified applicants are requested to submit their applications online through the recruitment portal. Applications should be received on or before 30 November 2026, 23:59 hrs (EAT).

Notes

Successful candidates, in compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution, will be required to present originals of the following documents:

Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations

Clearance/Compliance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority

Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)

Clearance from a recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates during the interviews.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an oral and practical interview.

Any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Hard copy applications will not be accepted.

KMFRI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. Persons living with disability, women, youth and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply.

Interested and qualified? Go to Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) on careers.kmfri.go.ke to apply

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