Kenya Maritime Authority Director General Jobs

Kenya Maritime Authority Director General Jobs; Director of Maritime Education, Training and Labour 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
training and certification of seafarers, engagement and welfare of seafarers and
training on maritime transport logistics.


Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities
i. Overseeing the implementation of requirements of international instruments
through development of a national framework to ensure maritime safety in Kenyan
waters.

ii. Liaising with maritime organizations/institutions such as International Maritime
Organization and international Labour Organization on matters of common interest;

iii. Overseeing maritime tducation , training and labour in Kenya

iv. Overseeing performance management in the directorate

v. Coordinating the preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly and annual
reports for the Directorate

vi. Directing preparation and submission of reports required by international maritime
organization including I(IMO)

vii. Mentoring and coaching directorate staff

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

ix. Overseeing the development and implementation of Maritime Education and
Training standards

x. Advising the Director General on maritime education, training and labour issues

xi. Responding to enquiries on various matters from seafarers, Government Agencies
and individuals on maritime affairs;

xii. Ensuring the departmental activities align to the Authority’s strategic plan

xiii. Implementing the Board’s and management committee’s resolutions in matters pertaining to Maritime Education and Training;

xiv. Preparing draft Board management papers for approval

xv. Participating in the recruitment of staff within the directorate

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

xvii. Initiate review of Training and Certification regulations;

xviii. Chair the Syllabus Committee in accordance with the Merchant Shipping (Training
and Certification) Regulations, as amended;

xix. Supervise conduct of the evaluation required for recognition of certificates issued
by other Administrations;

xx. Direct verification of qualification and authorize those responsible for training and
assessment;

xxi. Direct issue of certificates and endorsements relating to maritime education,
training and labour;

xxii. Responsible for the register or registers of all certificates and endorsements;

xxiii. Oversee preparation and make available information on the status of certificates of
competency and proficiency, including the matters affecting them;

xxiv. Supervise implementation of the Quality Standards System including undertaking
regular inspections and periodical evaluation/audit of training and assessment
conducted by training institutions;

xxv. Oversee matters relating to seafarer recruitment, engagement and welfare
Person Description

For appointment to this grade, an officer must: -

i. A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following; Nautical Science, Marine Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Maritime Education and Training (MET)
or equivalent from a recognized institution;

ii. Master’s Degree in any of the following fields is an added advantage; Maritime
Affairs, Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture or equivalent
qualifications from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;

iii. At least ten (10) years’ work experience in ship technical operation or Maritime
Education and Training, five (5) of which must be in a senior management position.
iv. Certificate of Competency Class II/2 or III/2 in accordance with The International
Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping,1978, as
amended

v. Membership of a professional body and in good standing

vi. Strategic leadership course from a recognised institution;

vii. Good communication skills;

viii. Proficiency in Computer skills.


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