SEARCH AND RESCUE OFFICERS – 6 POSTS, J/G KMAG 6, REF KMA/ER2/25/11

June 3, 2025
Application deadline closed.

Job Description

Directorate: Maritime Safety
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 Search and Rescue Officers are responsible for maritime
assistance in search and rescue in accordance with International Conventions and
national legislations relating to the search and rescue.
Job Description
Duties and responsibilities
i. Assist in the Development of the national search and rescue plan for coastal
and inland waterways
ii. Assist in the Review and update of the national search and rescue plan for
coastal and inland waters
iii. Assist in the Implementation of the national search and rescue plan for
coastal and inland waters
iv. Assist in the Conducting public awareness campaigns on maritime search and
rescue.
v. Assist in the Implementation of International Conventions and instruments
relating to maritime search and rescue
vi. Assist in managing the Kenya Ship Reporting System in order to keep track of
vessels around the coast and within the EEZ to call upon for support during
SAR operations;
vii. Assist in the management of emergency beacons e.g., EPIRBs database and
is responsible for keeping it up-to-date and accessible on 24-hour basis
viii. Assist in the Implementation of the requirements of regional SAR agreements
with neighbouring States
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must: –
i. Bachelor Degree in the Maritime field such Telecommunication Engineering as
or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized institution;
ii. Good interpersonal relations,
iii. Proficiency in computer applications;
iv. Good communication skills;

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.