KMFRI Recruitment 2025/2026 Jobs Application Form Portal
KMFRI Recruitment 2025/2026: The Kenya Maritime and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) has announced new job vacancies and is calling for applications from interested and qualified candidates at the official career portal www.kmfri.go.ke on or before the set deadline.
Follow this guide carefully to gain a comprehensive understanding of how to successfully apply for the Kenya Maritime and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) recruitment while we as well highlight the requirements, steps to apply and other latest update.
About Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)
The Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMRI) is one of the agencies available in Kenya, it is responsible for multidisciplinary research on aquatic ecosystems, collects and dissemination of scientific information, development of aquaculture/fisheries management strategies as well as monitoring of water quality.
Other core duties include conducting socio-economic research, development of post-harvest technologies and establishment of marine and freshwater collection for research purpose.
When is KMFRI Recruitment 2025 Starting?
Yes! The Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) recruitment is starting on 13th November 2025. The official job advert is accessible online for free at the official portal www.kmfri.go.ke.
KMFRI Job Vacancies 2025/2026
Below are vacancies that are available at the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) recruitment 2025:
- Administration Officer
- Office Assistant
- Laboratory Technician
- Field Assistant
- Corporate Communication Officer
- Assistant Corporate Communication
- Engineering Technician
- Accountant
- Accounts Assistant
- Assistant Human Resource Officer
- ICT Officer
- Information Science Officer
- Laboratory Analyst
- Laboratory Technologist
- First Mate (Desk Officer)
- Coxswain
- Business Development Officer
- Assistant Sales & Marketing Officer
- Planning Officer
- Records Management Officer
- Assistant Research Scientist
- Security Officer
- Supply Chain Management Officer
- Assistant Supply Chain Management Officer
- Driver etc.
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Counties Eligible for KMRI Recruitment 2025
Candidates from any of the listed counties are eligible for the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) recruitment 2025:
| Nairobi | Mombasa | Homa Bay |
| Tharaka-Nithi | Kajiado | Meru |
| Narok | Isiolo | Kisumu |
| Marsabit | Siaya | Mandera |
| Wajir | Garissa | Taita Mak Taveta |
| Kilifi | Tana River | Lamu |
| Kwale | Samburu | Busia |
| Kakamega | Vihiga | Bungoma |
| Bomet | Kericho | Machakos |
| Kitui | Embu | Makueni |
| West Pokot | Nakuru | Nyamira |
| Kisii | Migori | Turkana |
| Kiambu | Nyeri | Nyandarua |
| Murang’a | Laikipia | Nandi |
| Kirinyaga | Baringo | Elgeyo-Marakwet |
| Trans-Nzoia | Uasin Gishu |
Requirements for KMFRI Job Vacancies 2025
Below are the eligibility criteria that makes you eligible to apply for the ongoing Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) recruitment 2025:
- Applicant must be a citizen of Kenya either by birth or by naturalization.
- Applicant must possess or have a valid means of identification from Kenya
- Applicant must possess an education qualification either Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree a from relevant field of discipline (Engineering, Criminology etc).
- Applicant must be between the age range of 25 to 40 years old
- Applicant must be proficient with the use of computers and its applications
- Applicant must possess strong analytical and numerical skills
- Applicant must possess strong organization and international skill
- Applicant must possess international and negotiation skills
- Applicant must possess or have good and excellent communication skills (Oral and Written)
- Applicant applying for the Kenya Maritime and Fisheries Research Institute recruitment must meet and satisfy the Chapter Six (6) of the Kenyan Constitution
How to Apply for KMFRI Recruitment 2025/2026
Applicant who are interested must download and complete the jobs application from which is available on the KMRI official portal, attach educational qualifications or testimonials, copy of National Identity Card as well as copies of Curriculum Vitae (CV) and sent or submitted as one PDF documents.
Kindly note, all applications must be submitted in both hard copy and soft copy, documents must be clearly marked with desired position of application and sent to the address below:
- The Director General
- Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute
- P. O. Box 81651 – 80100
- Dr. Ludwig von Krapf Road, English Point
- Mombasa, KENYA
- Email: recruitment@kmfri.go.ke
KMFRI Jobs 2025 Application Deadline
The assign deadline for the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) recruitment 2025 is slated for 3rd December 2025. Prospective applicants are to apply early on or before the deadline date to avoid disqualification.
Kindly Note:
Applicants who will make the shortlisted candidates list will be required to present the following documents of compliance to:
- Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
- Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Clearance from recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
- Clearance/Compliance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority
- Commission of University Education (CUE) recognition for degrees obtained or gotten outside Kenya etc.
