Deputy Government Chemist

Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:-

• Heading mineral certification laboratory;
• Participating in policy formulation and implementation;
• Providing guidance on strategic direction for all matters pertaining the laboratory section;
• Developing proposals for research projects related to mineral testing and identification
• Participating in technical evaluation of quotations and tenders
• Identifying training needs, supervising and evaluating staff in division; and
• Validating geochemical and gemological test results

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

• Served for a minimum period of ten (10) years, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Principal Chemist, CSG 8 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, or equivalent qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Demonstrated experience in testing and analyzing of precious stones, metals and various minerals; and
• Attended a short course in Gemology or its equivalent from a recognized institution