Director, Maritime, Education, Training and Labour at Kenya Maritime Authority

Job Reference

KMA/ER1/25/1

Job purpose

Director of Maritime Education, Training and Labour is 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 training and certification of seafarers, engagement and welfare of seafarers and training on maritime transport logistics.

Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities

• Overseeing the implementation of requirements of international instruments through development of a national framework to ensure maritime safety in Kenyan waters.
• Liaising with maritime organizations/institutions such as International Maritime Organization and international Labour Organization on matters of common interest;
• Overseeing maritime education, training and labour in Kenya
• Overseeing performance management in the directorate
• Coordinating the preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the Directorate
• Directing preparation and submission of reports required by international maritime organization including I(IMO)
• Mentoring and coaching directorate staff
• Assigning responsibilities within the department to update and revise any relevant policies adopted, as necessary.
• Overseeing the development and implementation of Maritime Education and Training standards
• Advising the Director General on maritime education, training and labour issues
• Responding to enquiries on various matters from seafarers, Government Agencies and individuals on maritime affairs;
• Ensuring the departmental activities align to the Authority’s strategic plan
• Implementing the Board’s and management committee’s resolutions in matters pertaining to Maritime Education and Training;
• Preparing draft Board management papers for approval
• Participating in the recruitment of staff within the directorate
• Participating in the development and review of the Authority’s strategic plan
• Initiate review of Training and Certification regulations;
• Chair the Syllabus Committee in accordance with the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations, as amended;
• Supervise conduct of the evaluation required for recognition of certificates issued by other Administrations;
• Direct verification of qualification and authorize those responsible for training and assessment;
• Direct issue of certificates and endorsements relating to maritime education, training and labour;
• Responsible for the register or registers of all certificates and endorsements;
• Oversee preparation and make available information on the status of certificates of competency and proficiency, including the matters affecting them;
• Supervise implementation of the Quality Standards System including undertaking regular inspections and periodical evaluation/audit of training and assessment conducted by training institutions;
• Oversee matters relating to seafarer recruitment, engagement and welfare

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

• A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Maritime Education and Training (MET) or equivalent from a recognized institution; Master’s Degree will be an added advantage;
• At least ten (10) years’ work experience in a related field
• Certificate of Competency Class II/2 or III/2 in accordance with The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping,1978, as amended
• Membership of a professional body and in good standing
• Strategic leadership course from a recognised institution;
• Good communication skills; and
• Proficiency in Computer skills.