Kenya Maritime Authority Director, Maritime Safety Jobs in Kenya

Kenya Maritime Authority Director, Maritime Safety Jobs in Kenya

Job Purpose

The Director, Maritime Safety is responsible for the implementation of the provisions of the Merchant Shipping Act, KMA Act, relevant national legislation/policies/directives and International Conventions, in relation to maritime safety, security and protection of the marine environment.

Job specification

Reporting to the DG, the duties and responsibilities of the Director’s level will entail:

Overseeing the implementation of international requirements through development of a national framework to ensure maritime safety in Kenyan waters;

Overseeing all activities pertaining to ship surveys and inspection;

Overseeing all activities pertaining to the protection of marine environment;

Overseeing all matters pertaining to maritime search and rescue services

Overseeing the registration of ships and survey of small vessels

Overseeing performance management in the directorate

Coordinating the preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports for the directorate

Directing preparation and submission of reports required by international maritime organizations

Mentoring and coaching staff in the directorate

Assigning responsibilities within the directorate to update and revise any relevant policies adopted, as necessary.

Advising the Director General on maritime safety, security and marine environment issues

Responding to enquiries on various matters from ship-owners, seafarers, Government Agencies and individuals on maritime affairs;

Ensuring the activities in the directorate align to the Authority’s strategic plan

Implementing the Board’s and management committee’s resolutions in matters pertaining to maritime safety, security and environmental protection;

Liaising with recognized maritime organizations and ship owners in order to
ensure effective implementation of international standards and carry out such investigations, audits, or inspections as deemed necessary.

Preparing draft Board management papers for approval

Participating in the recruitment of staff within

the directorate

Participating in the development and review of the Authority’s strategic plan

Responding to enquiries on various matters from ship-owners, Seafarers Government agencies and individuals on maritime;

Participating in various committees in the Authority

Person specification

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or equivalent from a recognized institution;

Master Degree in any of the fields will be an added advantage;

Certificate of Competency Class 1 – Master Mariner Unlimited (II/2) or Chief Engineer Unlimited (III/2) in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping 1978, as amended;

At least ten (10) years’ work experience in Ship construction or ship technical operation or ship survey, five (5) of which must be in a senior management position;

Membership of a professional body and in good standing;

Strategic leadership course

Demonstrated results in work performance;

Key competencies and skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Strategic and innovative thinking

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to mobilize resources

Negotiation skills

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Kenya Maritime Authority Director, Maritime Safety Jobs in Kenya

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