LICENSING AND SEABORNE TRADE OFFICER – 1 POST, J/G KMAG 6, REF KMA/ER2/25/13

June 3, 2025
Application deadline closed.

Job Description

Directorate: Maritime Trade and Development
Grade: KMAG 6
Terms of Service: Pensionable, medical cover
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Remuneration (kshs.): Basic salary: 71,500.00 to 140,500.00, House
allowance: 20,000.00, Commuter allowance: 14,000.00
Job Purpose: The licensing and seaborne trade officers are responsible for
coordinating and implementing strategies towards orderly development of an
efficient and effective framework for provision of optimal commercial maritime
services.

Job Description
Duties and responsibilities
i. Work with IT personnel to develop business rules for data analysis for
subsequent automation of the processes,
ii. Compile data for Kenyan Imports and Exports captured from Cargo Manifests;
iii. Mine data from Primary and Secondary sources;
iv. Validate data to discard irrelevant information for cargo destined to DR Congo
(OGEFREM);
v. Sort out cargo manifest data related to OGEFREM;
vi. Prepare and send shipment lists to shipping lines related to OGEFREM;
vii. Prepare freighted lists on OGEFREM;
viii. Produce statistical reports for cargo destined to D.R.Congo ( OGEFREM);
ix. Analyse and interpret results using standard statistical tools and techniques;
x. Produce concise data reports for clear visualizations for the industry;
xi. Assist in maintaining records and data of licensed maritime service providers;
xii. Assist in maintaining records and data of approved service providers related to
SOLAS VGM for containerized cargo;
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –
i. Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Port Management, Shipping, Transport
Economics, logistics, Business Management/Administration or any other
relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
ii. Proficiency in Computer Applications

How to Apply

  1. 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.
  2. An applicant must clearly indicate the reference number for the position applied for and submit in either of the following ways:
    1. Hard copy applications for positions should be addressed to the Director General, Kenya Maritime Authority.
    2. Online applications should be emailed in PDF format (as one running document) to: director-generalsjobs-2@kma.go.ke
    3. Post applications should be sent to:
      Director General,
      Kenya Maritime Authority,
      KMA Towers along Mbaraki Road (next to the Little Theatre),
      P.O. Box 95076 – 80104,
      MOMBASA.

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.