Job Description
| Remuneration |
| Basic Salary (p.m) |
Ksh. 233,261 – 304,768 |
| House Allowance (p.m) |
Ksh.60,000 (or as per prevailing government rates) |
| Commuter Allowance (p.m) |
Ksh. 20,000 (or Official Transport provided) |
| Annual Leave Entitlement: |
30 days per leave year |
| Medical Benefits |
As per the Kenya Fisheries Service medical scheme |
| Work station |
Headquarters, Nairobi |
Minimum Qualifications & Work Experience
- Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years' relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been at the level of Assistant Director and above or in a comparable position;
- Bachelor's degree in any of the following fields: Fisheries, Biological Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Aquatic Sciences, Zoology, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Science, Physical Sciences or an equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Master's degree in any of the following fields: Fisheries, Biological Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Aquatic Sciences, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Environmental Science, Physical Sciences or an equivalent from a recognized institution;
- Strategic Leadership Development Programme from a recognized institution;
- Be conversant with national and international fisheries agreements, conventions, protocols and laws of the sea;
- Broad knowledge of fisheries development and management policies, the Fisheries Management and Development Act (Cap .378) and other related Acts;
- Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
- Shown competence in planning and implementation of development, management and research of fisheries projects and programs; and
- Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results
Duties and responsibilities will entail:
- Developing, implementing and reviewing policies, standards and guidelines on fish safety, quality, safety and trade;
- Developing and implementing national monitoring plans for contaminants;
- Developing and harmonizing sampling protocols for monitoring contaminants in fishery enterprises and fish environment;
- Coordinating fish quality assurance operations;
- Coordinating research on fisheries and aquaculture in consultation with research institutions and other accredited agencies;
- Promoting and enforcing sanitary and Phyto-sanitary requirements for fisheries and aquaculture;
- Creating public awareness on fish quality and safety, biosecurity, environmental issues and fish trade;
- Fisheries and aquaculture products risk analysis;
- Regulating fish handling, landing, transportation, processing and trade; collaborating with Government agencies,
- Private sector and relevant stakeholders on matters related to fish quality and safety;
- Collaborating nationally, regionally and internationally on matters of fish quality and safety;
- Approval of operational fishery enterprises; maintaining a register of approved fishery enterprises;
- Health certification of fish and fishery products for exports; management of fish and fishery products imports;
- Collecting, analyzing and disseminating fish safety and trade information;
- Promoting fisheries and aquaculture post-harvest technologies;
- Notification and enquiries on fish and fishery products trade; and collaborating on transshipment inspections.
- Any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Method of Application
A duly filled Kenya Fisheries Service Application for Employment Form (version:2026) and a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae showcasing experience, key competencies and skills must be addressed to the Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Kenya Fisheries Service, P.O. Box 48511-00100, Nairobi and emailed to recruitment@kefs.go.ke or hand-delivered to KeFS Headquarters, SHA Building 13th floor, Ragati Road, Nairobi on or before 17th November, 2026. Applicants are advised to visit the Kenya Fisheries Service website www.kefs.go.ke for a detailed Job indent and also to download the Application for Employment Form (version:2026).
Please Note.
- The Kenya Fisheries Service avails equal employment opportunities to Kenyan Citizens;
- Applicants are required to attach copies of National ID, Academic certificates & transcripts, Professional certificates, testimonials and Curriculum Vitae to their application;
- Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted;
- Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce their original academic and professional certificates & transcripts, Letter of recognition of qualifications from Commission of University Education (CUE) for degrees obtained from foreign universities, National Identity Card, valid Police Clearance Certificate, applicant’s valid Tax Compliance Certificate, HELB Clearance, EACC Clearance, Certificate from recognized Credit Reference Bureau;
- Applicants will be required to clearly state the position they have applied; and
- Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
About the Company
The Kenya Fisheries Service (KeFS) is a government agency established under the Fisheries Management and Development Act of 2016. It is responsible for conserving, managing, and developing Kenya's fisheries and aquaculture resources. The organization promotes sustainable fishing practices, regulates fishing activities, supports fish farmers, and ensures the quality and safety of fish products. It also provides licensing, inspection, training, and technical support to fisheries stakeholders. Through collaboration with county governments, research institutions, and fishing communities, KeFS aims to enhance food security, create employment opportunities, promote economic growth, and ensure the sustainable utilization of Kenya's aquatic resources.
