Research Officer

Desert Locust Control Organization for Eastern Africa: (DLCQ-EA)

Date Listed: Aug 7, 2013
Phone: No Phone Calls
Area: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: Sep 07, 2013

Position Description:
From The Guardian August 7, 2013
The Desert Locust Control Organization for Eastern Africa invites applicants for the following post: Research Officer
Classification:Regional Staff
Place of Work:Nairobi, Kenya
Terms of Employment: 3 years Contract Renewable
Salary and Benefits
Scale R4(b) Entry point negotiable [US$17,787.00 -19,146.00) Per Annum (p. a), and other benefits as per the Organization's Service regulations.]
Age Limit: 35 -50 years
Introduction:
The Research Officer is responsible for scientific Research in the Quelea Research Unit (Nairobi) of the Operational Research Division of the DLCO-EA. The incumbent is responsible for carrying out and cooperating with other Research Officers in the execution of research activities on Quelea birds. However, the incumbent may be required to carry out any other duties assigned to him by the Chief Research Officer.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Works closely with Air Unit during Quelea control operations and particularly in the insecticide field trials and Quelea surveys.
Initiates, plans and carries out investigations relevant to the development of a new programme for regional control of Quelea.
Undertakes all the necessary field work associated with the development of the control work of quelea and other migrant pests as may be required.
Carries out research work for promoting and updating the knowledge of the biology, ecology and chemical control of quelea birds.
Participates actively in Ouelea control operations in conjunction with the Air Unit.
Prepares and participates in training for DLCO-EA staff and nationals of DLCO-EA Member States.
Qualifications Required:
A Masters Degree in Biological Sciences from a recognized University.
A PhD in relevant field will be advantageous.    
In addition, at least 5 years post-graduate experience of the Quelea control and other migrant pests research and control problems.
Ability to work in harmony with people of different national and cultural backgrounds is highly desirable.
Be computer literate and proficient in data collection analysis and report writing.


Application Instructions:
Applications with copies of Educational testimonies and CV should be sent within 30 days from the date of publication to:
DLCO-EA Base Manager
P.O. Box 593
ARUSHA
OR
The Director
DLCO-EA
P.O. Box 4255
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia
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