Master of Science /Post Graduate Scholarship

Increased Sustainability in the Aquaculture Sector in SSA, through Improved Aquatic Animal Health Management is a joint WorldFish and Norwegian Veterinary Institute’s regional project funded by the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation – Norad. Under this project, 6 master students will be enrolled to University of Nairobi with unique opportunity to be trained at WorldFish facility in Egypt, Fish for Africa Innovation Hub, undergo a one year coursework training at the University of Nairobi and be co-supervised by WorldFish and the Norwegian Veterinary Institute experts.

Requirements

We are looking for 6 talented students with background/interest in one or more domains of the following areas: fish biology, epidemiology and aquatic animal health management, microbiology, parasitology, virology, rapid molecular diagnostic, vaccinology, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and contaminants, policy analysis or economics.

Applicants will be required to:

  • Be in full employment in a relevant Kenyan institution or company in Kenya.
  • Have obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Veterinary, Fisheries, Aquaculture or related Sciences from a recognized university with a second Class honors.
  • Have excellent writing and communication skills in English.
  • Be willing to travel widely.
  • Have strong skills in planning and management.
  • Have excellent interpersonal skills and able to work in a team-oriented multi-cultural environment.
  • Be trustworthy with high level of integrity.

Benefits

The scholarship will cover the cost of tuition fees, travels, research, thesis production and publication plus a moderate stipend for two (2) years.

Our Offer

This is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position. The successful candidates will be legally contracted by the University of Nairobi. The positions for 6 master students will be based in Kenya with significant travel for training in Egypt. Interviews are expected to be held before the beginning of 1st semester that start on 31 August 2021.Only shortlisted candidates will be notified and expected to attend the interview.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following information latest by 30 June 2021:

  • A proof of employment.
  • A cover letter including one-page (max) description of why you are an ideal candidate.
  • Current curriculum vitae.
  • Names and contacts (telephone, fax, and e-mail addresses) of two professional referees who are familiar with your qualifications. Your nominated referees ideally should have persons from each of the following category: direct supervisor, internal peer and/or direct report.

Screening will start immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Whilst we appreciate all those showing interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

For all details and application: https://apply.workable.com/worldfish/j/A83D4AF0AC/

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