The Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) is a state corporation established under the Kenya Maritime Authority Act, 2006. Its primary mandate is to regulate, coordinate, and oversee maritime affairs in Kenya. KMA is committed to ensuring the safety, security, and efficiency of Kenya’s maritime sector, aligning with international maritime conventions and standards.
As part of its strategic growth and commitment to excellence, KMA is seeking qualified, dynamic, and result-oriented individuals to fill various positions within the organization. These roles offer an opportunity to contribute to the development and regulation of Kenya’s maritime industry.
1. Director General
Job Purpose: The Director General serves as the Chief Executive Officer of KMA, responsible for the overall strategic and operational management of the Authority. This role entails providing leadership, direction, and oversight to ensure the effective implementation of KMA’s mandate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the accounting officer, overseeing day-to-day operations and management of the Authority.
- Implement policies and decisions of the Board.
- Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve KMA’s objectives.
- Represent KMA in national and international forums.
- Ensure compliance with national laws and international maritime conventions.
- Oversee financial management, including budgeting and resource allocation.
- Foster stakeholder engagement and partnerships to advance maritime interests.
2. Director, Maritime Education, Training and Labour
Job Purpose: This role involves overseeing the development and implementation of maritime education and training standards, as well as addressing labour issues within the maritime sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement maritime education and training policies.
- Coordinate the accreditation and monitoring of maritime training institutions.
- Address seafarer welfare, recruitment, and certification matters.
- Liaise with international maritime organizations on education and labour standards.
- Ensure compliance with international conventions related to maritime training and labour.
3. Director, Maritime Trade and Development
Job Purpose: The Director is responsible for promoting and regulating maritime trade and development activities, ensuring the growth and sustainability of the maritime sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop policies to enhance maritime trade and infrastructure.
- Oversee licensing and regulation of maritime service providers.
- Monitor service delivery standards within the maritime sector.
- Coordinate implementation of maritime trade policies in line with national development plans.
- Engage stakeholders to promote investment in maritime trade.
4. Assistant Director, Training & Certification (Engineering)
Job Purpose: This position focuses on overseeing the training and certification of marine engineering personnel, ensuring adherence to national and international standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement training standards for marine engineers.
- Monitor and evaluate training programs and institutions.
- Coordinate certification processes for marine engineering personnel.
- Ensure compliance with international maritime training conventions.
- Provide guidance on curriculum development for engineering training.
5. Assistant Director, Research, Strategy & Planning
Job Purpose: The role involves initiating policy formulation, conducting research, and coordinating strategic planning to inform KMA’s decision-making processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct research to inform policy and strategic decisions.
- Develop and review KMA’s strategic plans.
- Coordinate performance management and risk assessment activities.
- Monitor and evaluate the implementation of strategic initiatives.
- Mobilize resources to support research and strategic projects.
6. Senior Licensing & Seaborne Trade Officer
Job Purpose: This officer is responsible for coordinating and implementing strategies to ensure the orderly development of maritime services and trade.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process licensing applications for maritime service providers.
- Monitor compliance with maritime trade regulations.
- Collect and analyze data on seaborne trade activities.
- Liaise with stakeholders to facilitate efficient maritime operations.
- Prepare reports on licensing and trade activities.
7. Licensing & Seaborne Trade Officer
Job Purpose: The officer assists in coordinating and implementing strategies for the development of maritime services and trade.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in processing licensing applications.
- Monitor adherence to maritime trade policies.
- Support data collection and analysis on seaborne trade.
- Engage with stakeholders to promote compliance and efficiency.
- Contribute to the preparation of reports and documentation.
8. Senior Coxswain
Job Purpose: The Senior Coxswain is responsible for the safe operation of search and rescue boats during maritime emergencies and routine operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Pilot search and rescue boats during operations.
- Maintain search and rescue equipment and ensure readiness.
- Conduct routine maintenance and housekeeping of rescue vessels.
- Assist in training junior coxswains and crew members.
- Coordinate with rescue teams during emergency responses.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the Kenya Maritime Authority’s official website to access detailed job descriptions and application procedures for each position.
