Principal Officer, Seafarers Training & Certification Standards (Nautical) - 1 Post at Kenya Maritime Authority

Ref:11/23 

Job Purpose

• 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 Specification
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -

• Review of Training and Certification regulations;
• Issuance of alternative certificates;
• Undertaking control procedure in line with the Training and Certification Regulations;
• Conducing the evaluation required for recognition of certificates issued by other Administrations;
• Verifying Qualification and authorize those responsible for training and assessment;
• Administering examinations and assessments;
• Issuing certificates and endorsements;
• Revalidating certificates;
• Issuing of dispensations;
• Preparing and making available information on the status of certificates of competency and proficiency, including the matters affecting them;
• Implementing Quality Standards System for seafarers training and assessment;
• Carrying out regular inspections and periodical evaluation/audit of training and assessment conducted by training institutions;

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• Bachelor Degree in the Maritime field such as Nautical Science or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Master Degree in any of the following; Maritime Affairs, Nautical Science, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Certificate of Competency as Chief Officer (Class II) Deck in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping 1978, as amended
• Should have relevant experience for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Member of a relevant professional body in good standing;
• Good interpersonal relations, high leadership qualities and integrity;
• Demonstrated values of governance as provided in the Constitution of Kenya;
• Proficiency in computer applications;

Key competencies and skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Communication skills
• Strategic and innovative thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to mobilize resources
• Negotiation skills