Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, May 28, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Kenya Maritime Authority was set up in June 2004 as the semi-autonomous agency in charge of regulatory oversight over the Kenyan maritime industry. As the pacesetter of the Kenyan maritime industry, the Authority seeks to strengthen maritime administration in Kenya through enhancement of regulatory and institutional capacities for maritime safety and security, to foster effective implementation of international maritime conventions and other mandatory instruments on safety, security, promote maritime training, Search and Rescue, pollution prevention and the preservation of the marine environment as well as promote trade facilitation and maritime investments.
Job Purpose:
Responsible for the implementation of the provisions of the Merchant Shipping Act, KMA Act , relevant national legislation/policies/directives and International Conventions, in relation to maritime safety, security and protection of the marine environment .

Key Responsibilities / Duties / Tasks
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
• Overseeing the implementation of international requirements through development of a national framework to ensure maritime safety in Kenyan waters.
• Liaising with maritime organizations/institutions such as IACS, IMO and ILO on matters of common interest;
• Protection of marine environment.
• Coordinate search and rescue services
• Development and implementation of Maritime Safety standards
• Registration of vessels and seafarers
• Ensure standardised Maritime Education and Training in Kenya
• Overseeing the Receipt of wrecks and matters related to marine casualties
• Effective and efficient management of human resource in the directorate
• Preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the department
• Preparation and submission of reports required by international maritime organisation including IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS)
• Update and revise any relevant policies adopted, as necessary in the maritime department
Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
• To advise the Director General on maritime safety, security and marine environment issues
• Responding to enquiries on various matters from ship-owners, seafarers, Government Agencies and individuals on maritime affairs;
• Ensuring the departmental activities align to the Authority’s strategic plan
• Implementing the Authority’s resolutions in matters pertaining to maritime safety, security and environmental protection;
• To liaise with recognized maritime organizations and ship owners/managers in order to ensure effective implementation of international standards and carry out such investigations, audits, or inspections as deemed necessary.
• Prepare draft Board and management papers for approval
• Participate in the recruitment of staff within the department
• Participate in the development and review of the Authority’s strategic plan
• Respond to enquiries on various matters from ship-owners, seafarers, Ministry of Transport, Government Agencies and individuals in maritime industry;
• Visit and inspect ships that may have defects/problems; and
• Participate in various committees in the Authority as a member

Functional Skills:
• Diplomatic skills
• Communication Skills
• Computer proficiency
• Analytical skills
Behavioral Competencies / Attributes:
• Leadership Skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Time management skills

Academic Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Nautical Science/ Marine Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering/ Naval Architecture or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Master Degree in any of the following; Maritime Affairs/ Nautical Science/ Marine Engineering/ Naval Architecture or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
• Unlimited Certificate of Competency as a Chief Engineer issued in accordance with the 1978 STCW Convention; or
• Unlimited Certificate of Competency as a Master issued in accordance with the 1978 STCW Convention, as amended.

Job Education Experience: Not Specified

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
The candidates to be selected must adhere io the provisions of Chapter VI on Leadership and Integrity as enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Interested candidates must submit certificates of compliance from the Kenya Revenue Authority, the Credit Reference Bureau, the Higher Education Loans Board and a Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigations Department.
Prospective candidates should send soft copy applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates.
Applicants should indicate the position applied for in the application email subject matter.
KMA is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender equity and diversity.
Qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Note that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Director General
Kenya Maritime Authority
P.O. Box 95076- 80104
Mombasa
Applications should be done in soft copy and sent to jobs@kma.go.ke not later than 1st June, 2020.
Full details of the advertisement can be accessed in the KMA website – www.kma.go.ke 

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