Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) Announces 48 Job Vacancies; How to Apply

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Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) Announces 48 Job Vacancies; How to Apply

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

Kenya Maritime Authority is a State Corporation whose mandate is to regulate, coordinate and oversee maritime affairs as guided by the Kenya Maritime Authority Act, 2006, the Merchant Shipping Act, 2009 and relevant Maritime International Conventions.

The Authority is seeking to recruit highly competent, proactive and self-driven individuals to fill the following vacant positions:

Kenya Maritime Authority Vacancies

(General Recruitment)

S/No. Designation J/G Posts Ref.
1 Senior Maritime Transport Logistics Training Officer KMA 5 1 KMA/ER2/25/1
2 Senior Ports & Shipping Services Officer KMA 5 3 KMA/ER2/25/2
3 Senior Administration Officer KMA 5 1 KMA/ER2/25/3
4 Legal Officer (Board Services) KMA 6 1 KMA/ER2/25/4
5 Legal Officer (Legal Services) KMA 6 1 KMA/ER2/25/5
6 Legal Officer (Maritime Governance) KMA 6 1 KMA/ER2/25/6
7 Office Administrator KMA 6 2 KMA/ER2/25/7
8 Surveyor, Seafarers Training Standards (Nautical) KMA 6 1 KMA/ER2/25/8
9 Surveyor, Seafarers Training Standards (Engineering) KMA 6 1 KMA/ER2/25/9
10 Maritime Labour Officer KMA 6 1 KMA/ER2/25/10
11 Search and Rescue Officer KMA 6 6 KMA/ER2/25/11
12 Marine Environment Protection Officer KMA 6 1 KMA/ER2/25/12
13 Licensing and Seaborne Trade Officer KMA 6 1 KMA/ER2/25/13
14 Merchant Shipping Fees Officer KMA 6 1 KMA/ER2/25/14
15 Legal Clerk KMA 8 1 KMA/ER2/25/15
16 ICT Assistant KMA 8 1 KMA/ER2/25/16
17 Supply Chain Management Assistant KMA 8 1 KMA/ER2/25/17
18 Driver KMA 9 5 KMA/ER2/25/18
19 Deckhand KMA 9 2 KMA/ER2/25/19
20 Office Assistant KMA 10 2 KMA/ER2/25/20

Kenya Maritime Authority Vacancies

(Executive & Senior Management)

S/No. Designation J/G Posts Ref.
1 Director, Maritime, Education, Training and Labour KMA 2 1 KMA/ER1/25/1
2 Assistant Director, Training and Certification (Nautical) KMA 3 1 KMA/ER1/25/2
3 Assistant Director, Registration of Ships, Inspections and Survey KMA 3 1 KMA/ER1/25/3
4 Port State Control Officer KMA 3 1 KMA/ER1/25/4
5 Principal Accountant KMA 4 1 KMA/ER1/25/5
6 Principal Finance Officer KMA 4 1 KMA/ER1/25/6
7 Principal Surveyor, Seafarers Training and Standards (Nautical) KMA 4 1 KMA/ER1/25/7
8 Principal Surveyor, Seafarers Training and Standards (Engineering) KMA 4 1 KMA/ER1/25/8
9 Principal Maritime Labour Officer KMA 4 1 KMA/ER1/25/9
10 Principal Ship Surveyor KMA 4 2 KMA/ER1/25/10
11 Principal Surveyor, Search and Rescue KMA 4 1 KMA/ER1/25/11
12 Principal Surveyor, Maritime Security KMA 4 1 KMA/ER1/25/12

How to Apply

a) Each application should be accompanied by:

  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and transcripts

  • National Identity Card or Passport

  • Testimonials and other supporting documents

b) Applicants must clearly indicate the position and reference number on the cover letter and submit applications through any of the following methods:

Option I: Hard Copy Applications

Addressed to:
Director General / Chairman of the Board
Kenya Maritime Authority
KMA Towers along Mbaraki Road (next to the Little Theatre)
P.O. Box 95076 – 80104, MOMBASA

Option II: Online Applications

Important Notes

  • Canvassing in any form or failure to attach all stipulated documents will lead to automatic disqualification

  • Successful candidates must present valid compliance certificates from:

    • Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

    • A registered Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

    • Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

    • Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) (Certificate of Good Conduct)

  • All candidates must comply with Chapter VI of the Constitution on Leadership and Integrity

  • Kenya Maritime Authority is an equal opportunity employer

    • Persons with disabilities and women are encouraged to apply

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

  • Application Deadline: 1700 hours, Monday, 16th June, 2025

  • APPLY NOW
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