ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, REGISTRATION OF SHIPS, INSPECTION ANDSURVEYS – 1 POST, J/G KMA 3, KMA/ER1/25/3

June 3, 2025
Application deadline closed.

Job Description

Directorate: Maritime Safety
Grade: KMAG 3
Terms of Service: Pensionable, medical cover
Remuneration (kshs.): Basic salary: 170,500.00 to 373,500.00, House
allowance: 35,000.00, Commuter allowance: 20,000.00

Job Purpose
The Ship Surveyors are responsible for registration and inspection of ships,
licensing of small vessels and ensuring Kenyan registered ships and foreign-flagged
ships calling at Kenyan ports are in full compliance with all relevant national and
international instruments with respect to maritime safety, security and protection of
the marine environment. They are also responsible for the formulation of
environment, search and rescue strategies in line with regional search and rescue
plans.

Job Description
Duties and responsibilities
i. Oversee the management of the Kenya Ship Register;
ii. Oversee enforcement of safety of shipping, including compliance with
construction regulations, maintenance of safety standards and safety of
navigation rules;
iii. Oversee implementation of the Tonnage Convention 1969;
iv. Oversee implementation of the Load Line Convention 1966 and Load Line
Protocol 1988;
v. Overseeing the registration of mortgages, charters and maritime liens;
vi. Overseeing organizations authorized to perform ship survey functions in
accordance with the Code for Recognized Organizations undertake their
delegated functions;
vii. Oversee Inspection and licensing of small vessels;
viii. Preparing the operational work plans and budget for the department; and
ix. Preparing implementation reports for the department.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –
x. Bachelor’s degree in the Maritime field such as Nautical Science, Marine
Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Marine Environment or any other
relevant qualifications from a recognized institution; Master’s degree will be an
added advantage.
xi. Certificate of Competency Class II/2 or III/2 in accordance with the
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and
Watchkeeping 1978, as amended;
i. Should have a minimum period of three (3) years relevant work experience
ii. Good interpersonal relations, high leadership qualities and integrity
iii. Demonstrated values of governance as provided in the Constitution of Kenya
iv. Member of a relevant professional body in good standing where applicable;
v. Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work
performance.
vi. 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 Chairman of the Board, Kenya Maritime Authority.
    2. Online applications should be emailed in PDF format (as one running document) to: chairmanjobs-1@kma.go.ke
    3. 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.