48 Job Vacancies Open at Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA)
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
For General Recruitment: Email to: director-generalsjobs-2@kma.go.ke
For Executive & Senior Management: Email to: chairmanjobs-1@kma.go.ke
Format: Submit as one PDF document
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
