Job Vacancies at Bandari Maritime Academy

BMA/26/CEO/SDDMET/01 

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 247,700 - Kshs 447,300 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 70,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 24,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Terms of service: 5 years Contract
• Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Develop and deliver courses that ensure adherence to the provisions of the Legal notice 233 of November 2018, Merchant Shipping Act, 2009 (No. 4 of 2009) and any other international Conventions and national legislation relating to training in the maritime industry;
• Co-ordinate the implement of policies relating to training in maritime affairs and promote the integration of such policies into the national development plan;
• Develop and deliver courses on Oversee matters pertaining to the training of cargo handling equipment operators and port operations and logistics;
• Plan, monitor and evaluate training programs to ensure conformity with international maritime standards;
• Facilitate issuance of Certificates of Competency and Certificates of Proficiency
• Develop of quality training standard systems and periodical independent evaluation as to meet International Maritime requirements;
• Implement curricula for maritime transport logistics in collaboration with relevant government agencies and other stakeholders;
• Promote the maritime transport logistics, port operations, and safety training programs;
• Initiate and develop and review of policies, strategies and plans;
• Prepare, implement and monitor of the Department’s budget;
• Oversee staff development function of the Department;
• Handle of the Department’s disciplinary matters;
• Supervise, guide and appraise staff in the Department;
• Oversee examination and certification processes;
• Oversee Implementation of training programmes according to the set syllabus;
• Coordinate trainee assessment;
• Participate in curriculum development;
• Supervise and mentor Trainers; and
• Maintain Records and evidence of assessments.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• At least a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ work experience five (5) of which must have been in a management position.
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Maritime Transport and Logistics, International Freight Management, Maritime Law and Policy, Shipping Management and Logistics, Port Management, Clearing and Forwarding, Maritime/Business Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• Master’s degree in any of the following; Maritime Transport and Logistics, International Freight Management, Maritime Law and Policy, Shipping Management and Logistics, Port Management, Clearing and Forwarding, Maritime/Business Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Qualifications in accordance with STCW 78 of the conventions amended, such as Certificate of Competence (CoC) Chief Engineer (III/2) or Master Mariner (II/2) and approval by Kenya Maritime Authority would be an added advantage.
• Understand the mandate of Academy and its role in realization of the National Development Agenda.
• Membership to a relevant professional body.
• Proficiency in Computer Applications.
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

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BMA/26/CEO/SDDMTOT/02

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 247,700 - Kshs 447,300 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 70,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 24,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Terms of service: 5 years Contract
• Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Develop and deliver courses that ensure adherence to the provisions of the Legal notice 233 of November 2018, Merchant Shipping Act, 2009 (No. 4 of 2009) and any other international Conventions and national legislation relating to training in the maritime industry;
• Co-ordinate the implement of policies relating to training in maritime affairs and promote the integration of such policies into the national development plan;
• Develop and deliver courses on Oversee matters pertaining to the training of cargo handling equipment operators and port operations and logistics;
• Plan, monitor and evaluate training programs to ensure conformity with international maritime standards;
• Facilitate issuance of Certificates of Competency and Certificates of Proficiency
• Develop of quality training standard systems and periodical independent evaluation as to meet International Maritime requirements;
• Implement curricula for maritime transport logistics in collaboration with relevant government agencies and other stakeholders;
• Promote the maritime transport logistics, port operations, and safety training programs;
• Initiate and develop and review of policies, strategies and plans;
• Prepare, implement and monitor of the Department’s budget;
• Oversee staff development function of the Department;
• Handle of the Department’s disciplinary matters;
• Supervise, guide and appraise staff in the Department;
• Oversee examination and certification processes;
• Oversee Implementation of training programmes according to the set syllabus;
• Coordinate trainee assessment;
• Participate in curriculum development;
• Supervise and mentor Trainers; and
• Maintain Records and evidence of assessments.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• At least a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ work experience five (5) of which must have been in a management position.
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Maritime Transport and Logistics, International Freight Management, Maritime Law and Policy, Shipping Management and Logistics, Port Management, Clearing and Forwarding, Maritime/Business Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• Master’s degree in any of the following; Maritime Transport and Logistics, International Freight Management, Maritime Law and Policy, Shipping Management and Logistics, Port Management, Clearing and Forwarding, Maritime/Business Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Understand the mandate of Academy and its role in realization of the National Development Agenda.
• Membership to a relevant professional body.
• Proficiency in Computer Applications.
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution

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BMA/26/CEO/CSHLS/03 

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 165,700 - Kshs 315,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 35,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 20,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Coordinating development, implementation and reviewof policies and procedures pertaining to legal matters;
• Providing advice on all legal matters that affect the academy and its operations;
• Interpreting legal issues and ensuring compliance of the academy to statutory requirements;
• Coordinating drafting contracts, leases, Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and other legal documents on behalf of the Academy;
• Representing the Academy in litigation and other legal matters in court;
• Liaising with the Office of the Attorney General and external lawyers on legal matters pertaining to the Academy;
• Coordinating maintenance of up-to-date case registers and files pertaining to the Academy;
• Ensuring timely review and preparation of case files for hearing;
• Initiating required legislation amendments for the promotion of the Academy’s activities;
• Spearheading legal research on legal matters pertaining to the Academy and emerging trends;
• Ensuring legal status of all the Academy’s assets, liabilities and claims are up to date;
• Ensuring maintenance of an up-to-date register of conflicts of interest

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Cumulative Service period of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Assistant Director, Legal Services;
• Bachelor’s degree in Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution;
• Post Graduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law;
• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Master’s degree in Laws (LLB) or in a relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Be a member of the Law Society of Kenya;
• Certificate in Corporate Management/Leadership Course lasting not less than four  (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer application skills; and
• Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.

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BMA/26/CEO/SPT1/04 

• Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.165,700 – Ksh. 315,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Ksh. 35,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 20,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Senior Deputy Director Maritime Education Training

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Initiating, formulating and implementing institutional policies and strategies.
• Designing, developing and delivering capacity building programmes in management and related areas.
• Coordinating development of instructional materials for training.
• Coordinating development and review of curriculum and syllabus.
• Coordinating practical sessions, trade projects and business plan development.
• Participating in sector skills and development.
• Coordinating 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 programs in areas of specialization.
• Evaluating and reviewing training programmes.
• Providing necessary liaison between the academy and industry.
• Coordinating the implementation of training programmes according to the set syllabus; and
• Coordinating the setting, administration and marking of examinations.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, three of which must have been at the grade of senior Principal trainer II (MET) OR in comparable position
• Bachelors’ degree in any of the following fields; nautical science, mechanical, electrical and marine engineering.
• Masters’ degree in any of the following fields; nautical science, mechanical, electrical and marine engineering.
• Qualifications in in accordance with STCW 78 of the conventions amended ie Certificate of Competence (CoC) 2nd Engineer (III/2) or Chief Mate (II/2). Approval by Kenya Maritime Authority would be an added advantage.
• Competence Based Assessment from recognized institution.
• Pedagogical skills training Certificate from a recognized institution.
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks will be an added advantage.
• Membership to a relevant professional body.
• Proficiency in computer applications skills; and
• Fulfil the requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010

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BMA/26/CEO/DDAP/05 

• Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.165,700 – Ksh. 315,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Ksh. 35,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 20,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Negotiating for sea time opportunities for the students.
• Establishing linkages with stakeholders (both public and private) for purposes of developing and executing a frame work for advancement and placement of graduates.
• Negotiating for employment opportunities for BMA graduates with major international shipping companies.
• Managing and coordinating students and trainers exchange programs.
• Producing holistic graduate graduates who are prepared for the job market and entrepreneurial activities.
• Establishing and maintaining a database for students and graduates.
• Establishing a frame work in liaison with the Chief executive Officer on
• Initiating the development of MOUs for purposes of placement and internship of students.
• Working in liaison with the administration for recognition of certificates internationally.
• Liaising with National Employment Authority and other relevant government Agency for placement for students nationally and internationally.
• Marketing BMA graduates to potential employers nationally, regionally and internationally.
• Ensuring staff development in the Division and: and
• Appraising staff and coordinating Performance Management in the Division.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Assistant Director, Placement and Industry Linkages or in any comparable position.
• Bachelors’ degree in any of the following fields: -Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Maritime logistics, Education, Education, Development studies, Marketing, Communication, International Relations or Qualifications in accordance with STCW 78 of the conventions amended, such as Certificates of Competence (CoC), Chief Engineer or Master Mariner (II/2 or III/2);
• Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: -Maritime Logistics, Education, Development studies, Marketing, Communication, International Relations or equivalent qualifications.
• Qualifications in accordance with STCW 78 of the conventions amended i.e. Certificate of Competence (CoC), Chief Engineer or Master Mariner (II2 OR III/2) would be an added advantage.
• Cumulative fifteen (15) years relevant work experience 3 of which should have been Assistant Director, Placement and Linkages or comparable position
• Registration by relevant professional body.
• Leadership course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications skills

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BMA/26/CEO/SPT1/06 

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs.165,700 – Kshs. 315,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 35,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 20,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Senior Deputy Director Maritime Education Training

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Initiating, formulating and implementing institutional policies and strategies related to Maritime Education and Training (MET).
• Designing, developing and delivering capacity-building and training programmes in accordance with STCW requirements.
• Coordinating the development of instructional materials for training.
• Coordinating the development and review of curriculum and syllabus.
• Coordinating practical sessions, trade projects and business plan development.
• Supervising and mentoring trainers and trainees.
• Coordinating the setting, administration and marking of examinations andassessments.
• Providing advisory services on training standards and compliance with STCW
• Designing staff development programmes in areas of specialization.
• Providing necessary liaison between the Academy and clients / industry stakeholders.
• Preparing operational and training reports for the school / division.
• Appraising staff and coordinating Performance Management in the Division.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Qualifications in accordance with STCW 1978 as amended, i.e., valid Certificate of Competency (CoC):
  • Second Engineer (III/2)
  • Chief Mate (II/2).
• Approval by Kenya Maritime Authority would be an added advantage.
• Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Senior Principal Trainer II (MET) or in a comparable position.
• Competence-Based Assessment certificate from a recognized institution.
• Pedagogical skills training certificate from a recognized institution.
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks will be an added advantage.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

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BMA/26/CEO/DDAE/07

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs.165,700 – Kshs. 315,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 35,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 20,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Registrar

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Sensitizing students and staff on admissions policy.
• Communicating clear admissions criteria to concerned parties.
• Advice the management on student recruitment opportunities.
• Preparing students pass list and presenting to the academic council for approval.
• Ensuring all students are on the graduation list have been duly cleared by therespective departments.
• Coordinating graduation ceremonies.
• Liaising with the academic registrar on student certifications.
• Updating the management on all students matters relating to session reporting deferment and completion.
• Updating management on the classes in session ahead of the semester for BMA is ISO 9001:2015 Certified Providing Competent Human Resource for sustainable Blue Economy planning purposes.
• Coordinating the development and review of examination policies.
• Ensuring that all examinations processes are well managed.
• Liaising with registrar on graduates’ certificates processing.
• Coordinating with the management to ensure that external verifiers/examiners are appointed.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• At least a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ work experience Three (3) of which must have been in grade of Assistant Director, Admissions and Examination or in a comparable position.
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines; - Education, Arts, Sciences, Business Administration, Maritime or any other relevant and equivalent qualification;
• Master’s Degree in any following disciplines; -Education, Arts, Science, Business administration, Maritime or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Cumulative fifteen years (15) years of work experience of which five (5) must be senior management level;
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Professional qualification and membership of good standing where applicable;
• Proficiency in computer application skills.

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BMA/26/CEO/DDHRA/08

• Job Grade: BMA 3
• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs.165,700 – Kshs. 315,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 35,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 20,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Senior Deputy Director Corporate Services

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Advising management on policies, procedures and strategies relating to human resource management.
• Initiating the development, implementation and review of human resource policies procedures and process.
• Developing, implementing and evaluating staff career and succession plans, progression and development to ensure staff attraction, retention, motivation and job satisfaction.
• Developing implementing and evaluating staff benefits schemes and reward system to improve staff motivation, job satisfaction, Attraction and retention.
• Coordinating staff performance management in line with the academy’s annual objectives and targets.
• Manage the recruitment and selection of staff.
• Overseeing human resource planning and undertaking organization review to ensure an optimal structure.
• Ensure adherence to academy’s approved human resource policies and procedures.
• Coordinating human resource training and development programs.
• Implementing the academy’s strategic objectives on human resource and development.
• Developing, reviewing and coordinating the implementation of performance management system.
• Initiating the development and implementation of compensation and benefits schemes.
• Implementing human resource management rules and regulations in compliance with the labor laws;
• Ensuring compliance with human statutory and regulatory requirements;
• Developing and managing staff welfare schemes, including group personal life accident, medical, or insurance schemes

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Assistant Director, Human Resource Management.
• Bachelors’ degree in any of the following Disciplines: - Human Sociology, Public/Administration or it’s equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Masters’ degree in any of the following fields; Human Resource, Sociology, Public/Business Administration or it’s equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Certified Human Resource Professional CHRP (K) or it’s equivalent:
• Registered with the institute of Human Resource Management.
• Leadership lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution.
• Human resource management practicing Certificate.
• Proficiency in Computer application skills. 

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BMA/26/CEO/ASPPM/09 

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 111,500 - Kshs 284,300 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 30,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 16,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Coordinating development, implement and review of policies, strategies, standards, guidelines, procedures and programmes on planning, strategy in the Academy;
• Coordinating development, implementation and review of the Academy's strategic plans, service charters and master plans;
• Coordinating preparation of the Academy's Public Expenditure Review (PER) and Mid-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) budget in close consultation with Finance;
• Prioritizing projects and ensuring their implementation is aligned to MTEF for the financial year;
• Undertaking economic analysis of development projects and programmes undertaken by the Academy;
• Designing a framework for monitoring and evaluation of the Academy's programmes and projects;
• Monitoring, evaluating and preparing progress reports on the implementation of the Academy's projects and programmes;
• Undertaking feasibility studies on the Academy's delivery projects in consultation with the other Directorates/Divisions;
• Establishing and maintaining partnerships and collaborations with Academy and other relevant stakeholders in support of the Academy's programmes and projects;
• Coordinating determination of the Academy's quality policy;
• Coordinating setting, documentation, implementation and review of key processes and quality objectives for all functional areas in the Academy;
• Coordinating development of strategies for performance and quality improvement within the Academy;
• Coordinating service delivery surveys;
• Formulating Standard Operational Procedures for the Academy;
• Coordinating development, implementation and evaluation of the Academy's performance targets and contracts;
• Coordinating preparation of annual work plans and performance contracts;
• Establishing and maintaining database of information on the Academy's projects and programmes;
• Preparing progress reports of the Division; and
• Building capacity and managing performance of the Division.

 Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Cumulative service period of twelve (12) years' relevant work experience three (3) of which must have been in the grade of Principal Planning Officer or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines:- Economics, Statistics, Economics and Mathematics, Economics and Finance, Economics and Statistics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master's degree in any of the following disciplines:- Economics, Statistics, Project Planning and Management, Philosophy in Economics, Public Policy, Economics of Development, Rural Economics or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Project Monitoring and Evaluation lasting not less than three (3) months;
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications

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BMA/26/CEO/ADA/10

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 111,500 - Kshs 284,300 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 30,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 16,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Deputy Director Finance & Accounts

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Ensuring implementation of Accounting Policies as stipulated in the Public Financial Management Act 2012, the National Treasury guidelines issued from time to time and any other legal provisions;
• Prepare and maintaining proper books of accounts to facilitate production of timely and accurate financial statements and reports for management decision making as well as for external reporting;
• Preparing of management accounts and end of year financial statements as well as timely submission of annual financial statements of accounts;
• Updating the Board on the current tax matters in line with Government Regulations as well as filing of the necessary taxes;
• Identifying and reporting any identified incidences of non-compliance with laid down financial systems and financial risks facing the institution;
• Liaising with other Departments so as to ensure that financial and related regulations are complied with and where applicable give procedural guidance including dealing with any staff enquiries on any payment related matters;
• Implementing internal controls;
• Reviewing and coordinating accounts analysis and reconciliations (including bank reconciliations) on a monthly basis;
• Ensuring payment of suppliers of goods and services and ensure that suppliers are paid promptly and deal with any supplier related enquiries;
• Reviewing the payroll and effect accurate salary payments;
• Ensure effective and efficient use of financial resources;
• Monitor and forecast of cash flows and overall management and control of allocated funds and internally generated income;
• Initiate the development and review of the financial policies and regulations;
• Ensure integrity of financial transactions and compliance with all relevant policies, guidelines and procedures for all financial reporting;
• Undertake such other accounting responsibilities relevant to the position;
• Ensuring safe custody of assets and record management of the department; and
• Ensure staff development in the section.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Cumulative service period of Twelve (12) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Principal Accountant;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized university;
• Master’s degree from a recognized institution in the following areas; Business Administration, Finance, Commerce, Accounts or relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)K;
• Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) in good standing;
• Management/Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Have demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Proficiency in computer applications skills;

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BMA/26/CEO/PLO/11

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 89,000 - Ksh 206,400 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 25,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 16,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 6,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Corporation Secretary and Head of Legal Services

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Preparing legal briefs and opinions;
• Interpreting legal issues;
• Following up on matters compliance to statutory requirements;
• Drafting contracts, leases, memorandums of understanding (MOUS) and other legal documents;
• Representing the academy in litigations and other legal matters;
• Opening and updating case registers and files pertaining to the academy;
• Preparing case files for hearing;
• Following up on legal status of the academy's assets, liabilities and claims;
• Identifying issues and areas for legal review;
• Reviewing legal documents/instruments;
• Safeguarding the interest of the academy in all legal matters;
• Liaising with the office of the attorney general on legal matters;
• Undertaking research on specific legal areas; and
• Preparation reports.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Cumulative Service Period of six (6) years' relevant work experience three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Senior Legal Officer or comparable position;
• Bachelor's degree in Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution;
• Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Be a member of the Law Society of Kenya;
• Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognizedinstitution; and
• Proficiency in computer application skills.

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BMA/26/CEO/PAO/12 

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 89,000 - Ksh 206,400 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 25,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 16,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 6,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Deputy Director Human Resource Management Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Advising management on policies and strategies relating to administration;
• Managing transport, logistics, insurance and licensing of motor vehicle and equipment;
• Ensuring a conducive physical working environment;
• Assisting in ensuring the security of human resource and assets of the academy;
• Managing and servicing equipment, assets, estates and property;
• Managing outsourced administrative services;
• Managing office space;
• Assisting in the identification of obsolete and unserviceable assets for disposal;
• Assisting in the preparation and implementation of a maintenance schedule of all assets of the Academy; and
• Assisting in the coordination the day today administrative activities of the Academy.

Required Qualification
For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Cumulative Service period of nine (9) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Senior Administrative Officer or a comparable position;
• Bachelor's Degree in any of the following fields: - public administration, business administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• .Master degree in relevant field;
• .Membership to a professional body;
• Management course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications skills.

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BMA/26/CEO/SSO/13

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 71,500 – Kshs. 141,500 p.m.
• House allowance: Ksh. 20,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 14,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 6,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Principal Administrative Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Overseeing the development and implementation of policies and procedures in security management;
• Providing security advisory to management and intelligence information services;
• Coordinating the preparation of security reports for decision making;
• Facilitating the identification of security risks within the organization and providing mitigation measures;
• Coordinate security efforts across the organization to cover all staff, students and visitors, properties, equipment, and machinery;
• Overseeing the implementation of sustainable security systems and monitoring the same to identify areas of improvement in the security of the organization;
• Spearheading the implementation of CCTV surveillance in the organization and liaising with the ICT team to ensure real-time collection of surveillance information;
• Facilitating security sensitization programs for staff and coordinating training for the same;
• Spearheading relationships with law enforcement and other related government agencies;
• Overseeing the patrol operations and managing the outsourced security guards;
• Investigating security breaches and closing all security cases within set time periods;
• Ensuring the establishment and maintenance of an up-to-date databank of security incidents and trends and reporting for management information and security action;
• Reviewing Security Intelligence and investigation Reports; and
• Maintaining and archiving security footage.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Cumulative Service period of three (3) years of which should be in the grade of Security Officer I or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor degree in Criminology & Security Studies or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in basic security from a recognized institution;
• current Certificate of good conduct from the Kenya Police Service; and
• Proficiency in computer applications

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BMA/26/CEO/SSCMO/14

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 71,500 – Kshs. 141,500 p.m.
• House allowance: Ksh. 20,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 14,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 6,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Principal Supply Chain Management Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• preparing investor and store control procurement plans;
• assisting in the preparation of annual procurement plans and supply chain;
• participating in preparation, advertisement, opening and evaluation of tenders and disposal processes;
• preparing procurement management reports;
• conducting stocktaking;
• preparing of local purchase/ service orders (LPOS/LSOS);
• reconciling, preparing and maintaining records; and
• under market survey and research.
• sourcing for suppliers;
• carrying out receipt, storage, inspection and issuance of stores;
• carrying out inventory and asset management and initiation of stock replenishment requisitions;
• participating in preparation, advertisement, opening and evaluation of tendersand disposal processes;
• verifying, rationing and advising on rationing of stores where demand exceeds supply;
• preparing periodic supply chain management reports;
• carrying out inventory and stock control, in accordance with the laid downregulations and procedures;

 Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Bachelor's degree in any of the following fields:- Procurement, Supplies Management,
• Business Administration (Supply Chain Management option), Commerce (Supplies Management option) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution Proficiency in computer applications.
• Cumulative experience of 3 years relevant work experience at the grade of Supply Chain Management Officer I or in a comparable position;
• Membership to the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management or any other recognized institution
• Proficiency in computer applications

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BMA/26/CEO/SOA/15

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 71,500 – Kshs. 141,500 p.m.
• House allowance: Ksh. 20,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 14,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 6,000
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Principal Office Administrator

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Reading and analyzing incoming memos submission and reports to determine their significance and plan their distribution;
• Scheduling of meetings;
• Ensuring security and integrity of office records, equipment and documents, including classified materials;
• Ensuring compliance with office protocol and etiquette by screening visitors/clients in a diplomatic manner to ensure corporate image is maintained;
• Maintaining an up-to date filing system that includes physical and e-archiving of records for ease of document retrieval and reference;
• Using e-office to research and process data;
• Handling customer inquiries and complaints in a diplomatic manner to ensure corporate image is maintained;
• Managing office protocol, etiquette and telephone calls;
• Managing petty cash;
• Ensuring office equipment such as scanners, photocopiers, shredders, computers and printers are serviced and in good working condition;
• Generating drafts and responding to incoming and outgoing correspondence;
• Support preparation, custody, archival and retrieval of reports and document.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Bachelor's degree in any of the following fields:- Business and Office Management, Secretarial studies or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
• Cumulative service period of three (3) years of which must have been at the grade of Office Administrator I or in a comparable position;
• Proficiency in computer applications.

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BMA/26/CEO/WO1/16

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 56,000- Kshs. 99,500 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 15,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 14,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 6,000 (Annually)
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Senior Works Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

 Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Reading and interpreting drawings for works;
• Carrying out costing and quantity of works and equipment;
• Supervise maintain works and equipment;
• Supervise staff under them to work as assigned;
• Preparing work schedules;
• Making requisition of requires materials from central stores;
• Supervising construction work on internal projects;
• Reporting on technical matters in relation to construction projects; and
• Ensuring delivery of quality services and workmanship.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• At least three (3) years' work experience at the grade of Works Officer II or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor's Degree in Building Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or any other relevant field;
• Registration with the Engineer's Board of Kenya or relevant professional body;
• Proficiency in computer application.

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BMA/26/CEO/ICT1/17

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 56,000- Kshs. 99,500 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 15,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 14,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 6,000 (Annually)
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Senior ICT Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Installing, configuring, operating and maintaining computer hardware and software systems and related Information Communication Technology infrastructure at the Academy;
• Writing and testing computer programmes according to instructions and specifications;
• Providing user support, and training users;
• Implementing computer systems;
• Performing technical, systems and user documentation tasks;
• Investigating and analyzing feasibility of system requirements at the academy;
• Developing system specifications;
• Undertaking day-to-day management of the information technology platforms;
• Providing specifications for procurement of ICT equipment;
• Ensuring effective and efficient use of ICT resources;
• Ensuring security of information and network; and
• Implementing strategic ICT Plans.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Experience of at least 3 years at the grade of Assistant Information Communication Officer II or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields:- Computer Science, Information Communication Technology, Business Information Technology; Information Technology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Professional Certification in Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

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BMA/26/CEO/SCWO/18

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 42,500 - Ksh 80,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 12,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 4,000 (Annually)
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Senior Student Career and Welfare Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Counseling students on career choices, resume writing, interview techniques, and job search strategies.
• Connecting students with internships, attachments, volunteering, and full-time employment opportunities in both the public and private sectors.
• Organizing career fairs, workshops, workshops, and career talks by industry professionals.
• Analyzing current employment trends and employer demands to advise students accordingly.
• Handling emotional, social, and psychological needs, including counseling.
• Training in leadership, stress management, conflict resolution, and selfawareness.
• Managing work-study programs, financial aid services, disability support, and student mentorship.
• Handling student discipline, welfare issues, and acting as a liaison between students and the university administration

Required Qualification
For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• A Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, education, management, or social sciences or equivalent qualifications.
• Strong communication, counseling skills, and proficiency in career planning tools.
• Previous experience in student affairs, human resources, or career coaching would be an added advantage.

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BMA/26/CEO/BDMO/19

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 42,500 - Ksh 80,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 12,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 4,000 (Annually)
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Senior Business Development and Marketing Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Counseling students on career choices, resume writing, interview techniques, and job search strategies.
• Connecting students with internships, attachments, volunteering, and full-time employment opportunities in both the public and private sectors.
• Organizing career fairs, workshops, workshops, and career talks by industry professionals.
• Analyzing current employment trends and employer demands to advise students accordingly.
• Handling emotional, social, and psychological needs, including counseling.
• Training in leadership, stress management, conflict resolution, and selfawareness.
• Managing work-study programs, financial aid services, disability support, and student mentorship.
• Handling student discipline, welfare issues, and acting as a liaison between students and the university administration

Required Qualification
For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• A Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, education, management, or social sciences or equivalent qualifications.
• Strong communication, counseling skills, and proficiency in career planning tools.
• Previous experience in student affairs, human resources, or career coaching would be an added advantage.

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BMA/26/CEO/TME/20

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 42,500 - Ksh 80,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 12,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 4,000 (Annually)
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Senior Trainer Marine Engineering

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Designing, developing and delivering of training programmes.
• The development of Maritime Education and Training (MET) 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.

Required Qualification
For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Relevant sea time / sea service experience will be an added advantage.
• Approval by Kenya Maritime Authority would be an added advantage
• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering from a University recognized in Kenya;
• Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW) – Regulation III/1 Certificate of Competency (CoC); Second Engineer – Regulation III/3 (Limited to 750–3,000 kW) Certificate of Competency.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

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BMA/26/CEO/TNS/21 

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 42,500 - Ksh 80,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 12,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 4,000 (Annually)
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Senior Trainer Marine Engineering

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Designing, developing and delivering of training programmes.
• The development of Maritime Education and Training (MET) 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.

 Required Qualification
For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Relevant sea time / sea service experience will be an added advantage.
• Approval by Kenya Maritime Authority would be an added advantage
• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering from a University recognized in Kenya;
• Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW) – Regulation III/1 Certificate of Competency (CoC); Second Engineer – Regulation III/3 (Limited to 750–3,000 kW) Certificate of Competency.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• f. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

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BMA/26/CEO/TMTOT/22 

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 42,500 - Ksh 80,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 12,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 4,000 (Annually)
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Senior Trainer MTOT

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Assisting in Designing, developing and delivering training and capacity building programmes in maritime transport and logistics and related areas;
• Assisting in Development of instructional materials for training;
• Assisting in implementation of training programmes according to the set syllabus;
• Supporting in Setting, administering and marking of examinations;
• Supporting trainees’ practical sessions in trade projects and business plan development;
• Assisting in the development of institutional training policies;
• Assisting in developing and reviewing curriculum and syllabus;
• Assisting in Workshop records keeping.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Maritime Transport and Logistics, International Freight Management, Maritime Law and Policy, Shipping Management and Logistics, Port Management, Clearing and Forwarding, Maritime/Business Management from a recognized university;
• Relevant working experience would be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Computer Applications.

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BMA/26/CEO/SI/23 

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 42,500 - Ksh 80,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 12,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 4,000 (Annually)
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Simulator Instructor I

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Plan, prepare and deliver maritime simulator-based training in accordance with approved curricula.
• Design simulator exercises and scenarios that develop trainees’ technical competence, decision-making, situational awareness, communication and  teamwork.
• Brief trainees before each exercise, monitor their performance during simulation and conduct structured debriefing sessions afterwards.
• Assess trainees’ competence using approved assessment tools, maintain accurate training records and provide constructive feedback.
• Operate all bridge simulators, including main bridge, mini-bridges, Liquid cargo handling, Vessel Traffic Services and their respective instructor stations as available.
• Conduct routine pre-use checks and promptly report faults requiring technical support.
• Develop and regularly review simulator lesson plans, exercise manuals, assessment instruments and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure simulator training complies with quality-management requirements, occupational safety standards and applicable regulatory and institutional policies.
• Support curriculum development, course reviews, audits, inspections and approval processes relating to simulator-based maritime training.
• Coordinate simulator scheduling, utilisation and resource management while supporting the professional development of instructors in simulator-based teaching and assessment.

Required Qualification

For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Certificate as simulator instructor.
• Diploma in any relevant field
• Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) approval as Trainer and Assessor would be an added advantage
• Experience as simulator instructor would be an added advantage

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BMA/26/CEO/SCX/24 

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 31,000 - Ksh 63,500 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 12,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 4,000 (Annually)
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Principal Coxswain
• Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

• Ensuring the vessel (boat/craft) is maintained to seaworthy conditions as per SOLAS;
• Organizing for the safe stowage (anchorage, berthing or mooring) of the vessel;
• Navigating the craft safely within the prescribed area as per COLREG;
• Operating the machinery and equipment onboard safely as per SOLAS;
• Ensuring that the craft's statutory documents/records are updated;
• Ensuring timely maintenance of the craft's life-saving equipment;
• Ensuring safety of crew, passengers and the craft;
• Maintaining the vessel log books;
• Supervising the maintenance and service of the boat navigation equipment;
• Overseeing the maintenance and service the boat's propulsion machinery;
• Maintaining and updating all the maintenance and repair work records;
• Requisitioning bunkers, oils and other stores;
• Managing records on the expenditure of bunkers and stores;
• Overseeing the vessel's inventory for machinery and other materials is updated;
• Strictly observe and adhere to anti-pollution policy as per IMO.Reg.Marpol.

Required Qualification
For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Cumulative six (6) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at the level of Coxswain I or a comparable position;
• Lower grades typically require:
• Cumulative Service period of six (6) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at the level of Coxswain II or a comparable position;
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Grade D or its equivalent;
• Coxswain I Certificate in accordance with Merchant Shipping Act and its regulations;
• Basic Safety Training Course (STCW);
• Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (other than fast Rescue Boats);
• Proficiency in computer applications.

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BMA/26/CEO/SWI/25

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 31,000 - Ksh 63,500 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 12,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 4,000 (Annually)
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Senior Trainer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Train students on swimming lessons
• Treat the pool with appropriate chemicals on a regular maintenance scheduled/perform first aid procedure when necessary
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the pool facility i.e. Cleaning, the pool, benches, poll desk and proper disposal of trash
• Any other activities on the facilities

Required Qualification
For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Diploma in the relevant field
• Experiences in instructing (relevant field)
• Proficiency in Computer Applications
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution

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BMA/26/CEO/OS/26 

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs. 22,000 - Ksh 49,000 p.m.
• House allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Commuter allowance: Kshs. 12,000
• Leave allowance: Kshs. 4,000 (Annually)
• Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Office Assistant Supervisor

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities entail

• Dispatching letters, files and other documents;
• Recording and dispatching letters, files and documents;
• Preparing and serving refreshments;
• Safe custody of cleaning equipment and materials;
• Undertaking cleaning services;
• Collecting and disposing of general waste;
• Ensuring tidiness of the working environment;
• Providing specifications for cleaning materials and equipment;
• Dusting offices and ensure habitable office conditions;
• Keeping safe custody of cleaning materials and equipment;
• Moving or carrying office equipment, furniture and ensure orderly arrangement;
• Coaching and mentoring Office Assistant staff.

Required Qualification
For appointment to this grade, a staff must have: -

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean Grade D (plain) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• 1 year work experience would be an added advantage and
• Proficiency in computer applications.