Job Reference
KMA/ER1/25/8
Job Purpose
- The Seafarers training standards officers are 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 Description
Duties and responsibilities
- Review of Training and Certification regulations;
- Issuance of alternative certificates;
- Undertaking control procedure in line with the Training and Certification Regulations
- Conducing the evaluation required for recognition of certificates issued by other Administrations;
- Verifying Qualification and authorize those responsible for training andassessment;
- Administering examinations and assessments;
- Issuing certificates and endorsements;
- Revalidating certificates;
- Issuing of dispensations;
- Preparing and making available information on the status of certificates of competency and proficiency, including the matters affecting them;
- Implementing Quality Standards System for seafarers training and assessment
- Carrying out regular inspections and periodical evaluation/audit of training and assessment conducted by training institutions;
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must: -
- Hold Relevant Degree in the Maritime field such as Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized institution; Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
- Certificate of Competency as Second Engineer Officer or Chief Officer in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping 1978, as amended
- Should have a minimum period of three (3) years relevant work experience
- Must be a member of a relevant professional body in good standing;
- Good interpersonal relations, high leadership qualities and integrity;
- Demonstrated values of governance as provided in the Constitution of Kenya;
- Proficiency in computer applications;
- Be a member of a relevant professional body where applicable;
Interested applicants are requested to visit our website www.kma.go.ke for more information about the vacancies.
Applicants are advised to indicate the position and reference number on their cover letter.
Each application should be accompanied with a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and transcripts, National
Identity Card or Passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
An applicant must clearly indicate the reference number for the position applied for and submit in either of the following ways:
- Hard copy applications for positions should be addressed to the Chairman of the Board, Kenya Maritime Authority.
- Online applications should be emailed in pdf format (as one running document) to: chairmanjobs-1@kma.go.ke
- Post applications should be sent to:
Chairman, Board of Directors,
Kenya Maritime Authority,
KMA Towers along Mbaraki Road (next to the Little Theatre)
P.O. Box 95076 – 80104,
MOMBASA.
KMA 1 – 4 : chairmanjobs-1@kma.go.ke
KMA 5 – 10: director-generalsjobs-2@kma.go.ke
Note:
- Canvassing in any form or failure to attach any of the stipulated documents will lead to automatic disqualification.
- Successful candidates will be required to submit valid compliance certificates from Kenya Revenue Authority, a registered Credit Reference Bureau, Higher Education Loans Board and a certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
- Successful candidates must adhere to the provisions on Leadership and Integrity as enshrined in Chapter VI of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
- Kenya Maritime Authority is an equal opportunity employer and any qualified employee including persons with disabilities and women are encouraged to apply.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
N/B: The applications should reach the Authority on or before 1700 hours Monday 16th June,2025.
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