- Aug 05, 2024
- Nairobi, Machakos, Kenya
- Full-time
- People & Organizational Development
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit an Environment Occupational Health and Safety (EOHS) – Associate to ensure ILRI Kapiti Research Station operations comply with EOHS regulatory requirements, policies and procedures, and internationally recognized best practices.
ILRI works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock.
It is the only one of 15 CGIAR Research Centres dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa. www.ilri.org
Key Responsibilities
- Handle the day-to-day EOHS activities at ILRI Kapiti Research Station
- Propose inputs to EOHS policies, programs, and procedures and monitor their implementation as applicable
- Assist ILRI Kapiti Research Station in complying with the current EOHS legislation and regulations with the objective of ensuring that all reasonable and proper measures are taken to protect the safety and health of employees and visitors, and the environment
- Handle the planning/organization of the external EOHS audits and keeping records of inspections’ findings and produce reports that suggest improvements and follow up to ensure closing in on identified gaps
- Provide inputs to the Kapiti EOHS budget proposals for the operation of EOHS and specific training programs for ILRI Kapiti Research Station
- Handle EOHS activities and programs for the ILRI Kapiti Research Station Safety and Health Committee
- Investigate and report all accidents occurring to employees and visitors in consultation with ILRI Kapiti Research Station Safety and Health Committee
- investigate and report on complaints of hazardous working conditions in consultation with ILRI Kapiti Research Station Safety and Health Committee
- Arrange for EOHS testing and/or evaluations of the workplace and or installations by external service providers/consultants as may be necessary
- Coordinate the training of employees and others as may be necessary in areas of EOHS including first aid, accident prevention and investigation, workplace inspections and any other matters related to implementing EOHS procedures
- Increase EOHS awareness at all levels within ILRI Kapiti Research Station
- Handle EOHS inductions for all employees as per EOHS policy and procedures
- Assist employees and visitors in emergency preparedness
- Handle EOHS related queries and clarifications
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 2 years’ experience in environmental science, occupational safety and health or relevant field or Diploma with 4 years in environmental science, occupational safety and health or relevant field
- Understanding and knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks in Kenya and international standards on EOHS
- Demonstrated proficiency in safety program implementation & operation
- Adept at utilization of organisation wide system for reporting EOHS data and information
- Excellent proficiency of spoken and written English with strong writing skills.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision with a positive and constructive attitude.
- Uphold the highest ethical standards by inspiring trust and treat all people with respect and personal integrity.
Post location: ILRI Kapiti Research Station, Machakos
Terms of Appointment
This position is at job level HG 11 and it is only open to Kenyan nationals. The position is a 3-year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding. ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes pension, medical and other insurances.
How to apply: Applicants should send a cover letter and CV expressing their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Director, People and Organizational Development through our portal ilri.simplicant.com on or before 5 August 2024. The position title and reference number REF: EOHS/1493/2024 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.
To find out more about ILRI visit our websites at http://www.ilri.org
ILRI is an equal opportunity employer.