Fresh Openings at Bandari Maritime Academy

BMA/23/SPTN/1

Job Specification: 
 
The School of Nautical Science is established as a division of MET to offer training in Nautical Science pursuant to the International Conventions, Section 4(1) (a), (b), (d) (e), (i) and (k) of Legal Notice No. 233 of 28th November 2018, Merchant Shipping Act, 2009 (No. 4 of 2009) and other national legislations relating to training in the maritime sector 

Duties and Responsibilities: 
The duties and responsibility of the Senior Principal Trainer, School of Nautical Science, will 
include the following: -

• In-charge of the school of Nautical Science;
• Providing advisory on training on Nautical Science;
• Developing school policies and strategies;
• Designing, developing and delivering training programmes;
• Coordinating development of instructional materials for training;
• Development and review of curriculum and syllabus;
• Supervising trainees Action Research Projects;
• Developing and reporting on training programmes, seminars, workshops and symposia;
• Initiating and coordinating research and consultancy assignments;
• Conducting capacity building surveys;
• Supervising and mentoring Trainers;
• Designing staff development programmes in areas of specialization;
• Providing necessary liaison between the Academy and the clients;
• Coordinating, setting, administering and marking of examinations; and,
• operation reports for the schoolPreparing

Person Specification: 
 
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Qualifications in accordance with STCW 78 as amended, i.e. Certificate of Competence (CoC) Class II Chief Mate (II/2) unlimited. 
• A minimum of eight (8) years working experience out of which four (4) years must have been in management position at sea. 
• Proficiency in computer applications. 
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

The following credentials will be an added advantage;

• Degree in nautical science from a University recognized in Kenya
• Membership by a relevant professional body in good standing.

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BMA/23/SCM/2

Job Specification: 

• The Officer will be responsible to the Director/CEO for the management of supply chain management activities. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 
The duties and responsibility of the Assistant Director, Supply Chain Management will include the following:

• Providing and be responsible for rendering procurement professional advice to the Accounting Officer;
• Overseeing the development and interpretation of Supply Chain Management policies and manuals;
• Ensuring compliance of Procurement and Disposal Act 2015 and Regulations; 
• Issuing guidelines on implementation and interpretation of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act and its attendant regulations; 
• Introducing modern inventory management techniques and approaches; 
• Overseeing the implementation of e-government Supply Chain Management strategies; 
• Interpreting international trade agreements/policies related to Supply Chain Management; Participating in negotiations matters pertaining to Supply Chain Management; 
• Maintaining of professional standards and practices in the Supply Chain Management department; 
• Aligning the Academy procurement plan to the budget plan; 
• Initiating policy review on procedures, rules and regulations; 
• Providing guidance in the overall Supply Chain policy and management; 
• Providing overall guidance on contract design and management; 
• Providing guidance on disposal of Academy’s inventory and other assets; 
• Maintaining an Academy asset register; 
• Advising on quality assurance on goods, works and services; 
• Ensuring statutory reports are submitted to the Authority, National Treasury and any other Government Agencies; 
• Ensuring timely disclosure of information on procurement opportunities and awarded contracts as well as publishing of tenders; 
• Ensuring cordial supplier relationships;
• Overseeing the annual and quarterly Stock taking process as required to ensure optimum stock levels are maintained; 
• Managing procurement processes, risk analysis and mitigation, integrating, stock control, supplier evaluation and business intelligence; 
• Preparing, implementing and monitoring of the divisions’ budget; 
• Ensuring preparation of procurement plans in the departments within the Academy; and, 
• Developing of divisional reports. 

Person Specification: 
For appointment to this grade a Candidate must have the following: 

• Bachelor degree 
• Master degree in any of the following fields: Purchasing and Supply Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Commerce, Entrepreneurship, Law or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution; 
• Must have relevant experience of at least ten (10) years, four (4) of which must be at a management position. 
• Proficiency in computer applications 
• Registered member of Kenya Institute of Supply Management or equivalent in good standing.
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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Job Specification: 
 
Reporting to the Principal Academic Quality Assurance Officer, the job holder is responsible for developing and implementing policies on academic quality standards on training and course management framework for the Academy. The Officer will be responsible for the quality delivery of training programmes in adherence to the provisions of the Legal notice 233 of 28th November 2018. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 
The Academic Quality Assurance Officer is responsible for assisting in: -

• Drafting quality assurance policies and procedures
• Interpreting and implementing quality assurance standards and procedures
• Devising, sampling procedures and directions for recording and reporting quality data
• Supporting implementation of internal and external audits on quality assurance 
• Investigating customer complaints and non-conformance issues
• Analyzing data to identify areas for improvement in the quality system
• Identifying training needs and organize training interventions to meet quality standards

Person Specification: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a University recognized in Kenya
• Certificate in quality management system
• Certificate in statistical or qualitative software package
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

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BMA/23/CS/F&A/4

Duties and Responsibilities:
 
The Accountant will be assisting in: -

• Examining bank statements and reconciling them with general ledger entries
• Examining expenses submitted by employees
• Examining incoming payments from accounts receivable and outgoing payments from accounts payable
• Analyzing data collected in order to determine the state of the Academy’s financial status
• Generating financial reports that display the company’s profits, equity and cash flow
• Preparation and verification of vouchers 
• Verification of vouchers and committal documents 
• Balancing of cashbooks, imprest and advances ledgers etc.

Person Specification 
 
For appointment to this grade the candidate must have;

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or its equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya
• Relevant experience of at least 4 years
• Registered member of a relevant professional body in good standing 
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

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BMA/23/CS/F&A/5

Job Specification: 
Reporting to the Senior Accountant, the job holder is responsible for assisting in all matters relating to efficient, effective and sustainable utilization of the Academy’s financial resources through competentaccounting practices in adherence to the provisions of the Legal Notice No. 233 of 28th November 2018.

Job Specification: 

• Reporting to the Senior Finance Officer, the job holder is responsible for assisting in ensuring 
• adherence on matters relating to efficient, effective and sustainable engagement and utilization of the 
• Academy’s financial resources as per the Public Finance Management Act 2012, and the regulations 
• thereof and in the adherence to the provisions of the Legal Notice No. 233 of 28th November 2018. 

Duties and Responsibilities 
The Finance Officer will be assisting in: -

• Managing of credit control function to ensure the revenues are well captured 
• Compiling and formatting financial estimates
• Compiling bank reconciliations to ensure data is properly captured and all transactions are in order.
• Managing of creditors ledger to ensure that payments are done in a timely manner.
• Ensure proper management of funds through preparation of monthly and weekly forecasts 
• Managing of fixed assets, policies and procedures 
• facilitate production to timely and accurate financial statements and reports for management decision making.
• preparing reports and briefs on budgetary policy issues 

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a Candidate must have:

• Bachelor degree in Commerce /Business Administration (Finance option), Economics or its equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya
• Relevant experience of at least 4 years
• Registered member of a professional body in good standing
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

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BMA/23/AP/C/6: 

Job Specification: 
 
Reporting to the Senior Career Service Officer, the job holder is responsible for assisting in planning for future accomplishments of the Trainees. The Officer offers Trainees and alumni of the Academy resources and assistance in the formulation and implementation of their carrier plans; and providing opportunities for potential employers, internship, attachment and job placement in adherence to the provisions of the Legal Notice No. 233 of 28th November 2018. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 
The Career Service Officer is responsible for assisting in: -

• Career counselling, guidance and advisory;
• Supporting trainees in career development and planning processes;
• Trainees in identifying the factors influencing their career development and providing advice to aid in their professional development;
• Counselling trainees in their job search including providing advice on qualifications for improving their skills;
• Trainees in making transition from the academy to their career portfolio
• Monitoring and tracking participants’ progress and achievement for career goal plans  

Person Specification:
For appointment to this grade a Candidate must have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counselling, Education, or equivalent from a University recognized in Kenya
• Diploma in Career Guidance and Development will be an added advantage
• Served as a career services officer for a period of not less than four (4) years. 
• Membership to relevant professional body in good standing
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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BMA/23/AP/P&R/7: 

Job Specification: 

• Reporting to the Senior Partnership and Resource Mobilization Officer, the job holder is responsible for assistance in overseeing the Academy’s external relationships and administrative process for advancement; coordination of all events related to fundraising and advancement work in adherence to the provisions of the Legal Notice No. 233 of 28th November 2018. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 
The Partnership and Resource Mobilization Officer will be assisting in: -

• Providing support in the development, implementation and monitoring of partnerships and resources mobilization strategy
• Providing data and information for mobilizing funds from local and international partners
• Collecting data and information for research on potential partners 
• Mapping and maintaining a database of strategic partners to facilitate effective management
• Identifying and facilitating co-financing opportunities with partner organizations;
• Providing data and information for developing annual work plans based on the approved strategy
• Providing data and information for developing web-based resource mobilization for support of programme activities
• Assisting in the preparation of funding proposals and follow up activities
• Organizing engagements for partnership building between the Academy and potential partners
• Assisting the Academy in identifying opportunities for scholarship and internship

Person Specification: 
For appointment to this grade a Candidate must have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, project management, International relations business management, public administration, or its equivalent from a University recognized in Kenya
• Relevant Experience in partnership development/resource mobilization, project management, donor relations, finance, marketing, or administrative activities.
• Proficiency in computer application.
• Membership to a professional body in good standing.
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

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BMA/23/MET/NS/8:

Job Specification: 

• Reporting to the Senior Trainer, the Trainer is responsible for training Students under the provisions of the respective School in accordance with Standards of Training Certification and Watch keeping (STCW) 1978 as amended and other Maritime International Conventions. 
• The Trainer will assist in conducting practical training in vessel navigation, repairs and maintenance.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail assisting in: -

• Designing, developing and delivering of training programmes 
• The development of Maritime Education and Training policies
• Developing and reviewing curriculum 
• Developing the school calendar and time tabling
• The development, evaluation of teaching, learning and assessment materials
• Supervising trainees’ Practical sessions, Trade Projects and Business plans
• Marking internal examinations
• Maintaining students’ attendance and performance records
• Ensuring workshop equipment are well maintained and in working condition

Person Specification: 
For appointment to this grade a Candidate must have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nautical Science from a University recognized in Kenya, OOW Reg II/1 or Master Reg. II/3 (less than 500 GT) 
• Relevant sea experience at management level will be an added advantage
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

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BMA/23/MET/ME/9 

Job Specification: 
Reporting to the Senior Trainer, the Trainer is responsible for training Students under the provisions of the respective School in accordance with Standards of Training Certification and Watch keeping (STCW) 1978 as amended and other Maritime International Conventions. 
The Trainer will assist in conducting practical training in vessel navigation, repairs and maintenance.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail assisting in: -

• Designing, developing and delivering of training programmes 
• The development of Maritime Education and Training policies
• Developing and reviewing curriculum 
• Developing the school calendar and time tabling
• The development, evaluation of teaching, learning and assessment materials
• Supervising trainees’ Practical sessions, Trade Projects and Business plans
• Marking internal examinations
• Maintaining students’ attendance and performance records
• Ensuring workshop equipment are well maintained and in working condition

Person Specification: 
For appointment to this grade a Candidate must have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering from a University recognized in Kenya or OICEW Reg. III/1 or Second Engineer Reg. III/3 (Limited to 750-3000 kW) 
• Relevant sea time experience will be an added advantage
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

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BMA/23/MTOT/DS/10: 

Job Specification: 

• Reporting to the Senior Trainer, the Trainer is responsible for training Students under the provisions of the respective School. The Trainer will be responsible for the delivery of training programmes in adherence to the provisions of the Legal Notice No. 233 of 28th November 2018, and any other 
• International Conventions and National Legislation relating to training on cargo handling equipment.
• The Trainer will assist in conducting practical training in cargo handling equipment, repairs and maintenance.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail assisting in: -

• Designing, developing and delivering of training programmes 
• The development of Maritime Transport Operations Training policies
• Developing and reviewing curriculum 
• Developing the school calendar and time tabling
• The development, evaluation of teaching, learning and assessment materials
• Supervising trainees’ Practical sessions
• Marking internal examinations
• Maintaining students’ attendance and performance records
• Ensuring cargo handling equipment are well maintained and in working condition

Person Specification: 
For appointment to this grade a Candidate must have the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a University recognized in Kenya 
• National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) registered Trainer
• Class G Driving license by NTSA 
• Certificate on safety in cargo handling equipment will be an added advantage
• Training of Trainers certification 
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.