Senior Planning Officer (KMA/SPO/11/25/1) - 1 Post at Kenya Maritime Authority

Terms of Service: Temporary fixed-term contract of six (6) months 

Remuneration (kshs.): Basic Salary: 89,000.00 to 205,500.00, House Allowance:  25,000.00, Commuter Allowance: 16,000.00 
Job Purpose: Planning Officers are responsible for initiating policy formulation, Research, Quality Assurance, Coordination of Risks Management, Performance Management, Monitoring & Evaluation and resource mobilization, including development and review of strategic plan of the Authority. 
Job Description 
Duties and responsibilities  

• Developing and reviewing the Authority’s Strategic Plan and monitoring its implementation. 
• Conducting Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) of all Authority programmes. 
• Assessing the strengths and weaknesses of policy options. 
• Assisting in the development of monitoring tools. 
• Analyzing policy recommendations from various departments. 
• Producing quality research reports. 
• Preparing policy position papers. 
• Facilitating departmental and divisional work plan development and implementation. 
• Participating in the development and review of the Authority’s internal policies, regulations, and guidelines. 
• Aligning Authority strategies with national and county policies, plans, and strategies. 
• Developing monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual organizational performance reports. 
• Coordinating the development of the Authority’s budget. 
• Coordinating the development of proposals across departments. 
• Participating in developing frameworks for stakeholder collaboration. 
• Preparing project proposals for funding. 
• Developing donor databases to record their contacts and reference information. 

Person Specifications 
For appointment to this grade, a person must have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Strategic Management, Business Development, Development Studies, or Business Administration or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.  
• A supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution. 
• At least three (3) years of relevant experience as a Planning Officer. 
• Demonstrated competence in proposal development and strategic planning. 
• Good interpersonal relations, leadership qualities, and integrity. 
• Excellent communication and analytical skills. 
• Membership in a relevant professional body (where applicable). 
• Proficiency in computer applications. 

Desired Key Competencies and Skills 

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills. 
• Excellent communication and report-writing ability. 
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and coordination skills. 
• Ability to mobilize resources and manage stakeholder relations. 
• Innovative problem-solving and negotiation skills.