Assistant Director, Training and Certification (Nautical) - 1 Post at Kenya Maritime Authority

Ref:06/23 

Job Purpose

• Responsible for the approval and monitoring the development and implementation of training programmes for seafarers in accordance with international conventions and national legislations. They are also responsible for the examination and certification of seafarers in accordance with national laws and international conventions.

Job Specification

• Reporting to the Director Maritime Education, Training & Labour the duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Director will entail;
• Supervising in undertaking control procedure in line with the Training and Certification Regulations;
• Supervising in conducting the evaluation required for recognition of certificates issued by other Administrations;
• Supervising the verification of the qualification and authorization of those responsible for seafarer training and assessment;
• Supervising in administering seafarer examinations and assessments;
• Supervision of issuance of certificates and endorsements;
• Manage the revalidation of certificates;
• Manage issuance of dispensations;
• Managing the preparation and making available information on the status of certificates of competency and proficiency, including the matters affecting them;
• Managing Quality Standards System for seafarers training and assessment
• Managing inspections and periodical evaluation/audit of training and assessment conducted by seafarer training institutions;
• Supervising review of Training and Certification regulations;

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• Bachelor Degree in the Maritime field such as Nautical Science, Marine Environment or any other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following; Maritime Affairs (MET), Nautical Science or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Certificate of Competency Class 1 Master Mariner Unlimited (II/2) in accordance with The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping,1978,as amended;
• Should have relevant experience for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Good interpersonal relations, high leadership qualities and integrity ;
• Demonstrated values of governance as provided in the Constitution of Kenya;
• Member of a relevant professional body in good standing where applicable;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance.
• Proficiency in Computer Applications

Key competencies and skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Communication skills
• Strategic and innovative thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to mobilize resources
• Negotiation skills