Vacancy title:
Surveyor, Seafarers Training Standards Officer (Nautical)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics, Category: Transportation & Logistics]

Jobs at:
Kenya Maritime Authority

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, October 6 2025

Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, September 22 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Job Purpose: The Seafarers training standards officers are responsible for the approval and monitoring the development and implementation of training programmes for seafarers in accordance with international conventions and national legislations. They are also responsible for the examination and certification of seafarers in accordance with national laws and international conventions.

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities

• Assisting in the review of Training and Certification regulations;
• Assist in the issuance of certificates of Competency and Proficiency;
• Assist in undertaking control procedure in line with the Training and Certification Regulations
• Assist conduct of the evaluation required for recognition of certificates issued by other Administrations;
• Assist in verification of qualification and authorize those responsible for training and assessment;
• Assist in administering seafarer examinations and assessments;
• Assist in the issuance of seafarer certificates and endorsements;
• Assist in revalidation of certificates;
• Assist in the issuance of dispensations;
• Assist in the preparation and making available information on the status of certificates of competency and proficiency, including the matters affecting them;
• Assist in the implementation of the Quality Standards System for seafarer training and certification.
• Assist in regular inspections and periodical evaluation/audit of training and assessment conducted by training institutions;

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must: -

• Bachelor Degree in the Maritime field such as Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Certificate of Competency as Marine Engineer Officer or Deck Officer in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping 1978, as amended will be an added advantage;
• Good interpersonal relations;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Good communication skills;

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

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 Chairman of the Board, Kenya Maritime Authority.
   2. Online applications should be emailed in PDF format (as one running document) to: assitdirectors@kma.go.ke
   3. Post applications should be sent to:
      Chairman, Board of Directors,
      Kenya Maritime Authority,
      KMA Towers along Mbaraki Road (next to the Little Theatre),
      P.O. Box 95076 – 80104,
      MOMBASA.

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