Current Vacancies at Kenya Maritime Authority

Kenya Maritime Authority is a State Corporation mandated to regulate, coordinate, and oversee maritime affairs. We invite qualified applicants to apply for the following positions:

Job Advertisement (Closing Date: 1st September, 2025)

S/No. Designation J/G Posts Reference
1Director, Corporate ServicesKMAG 21KMA/DCS/8/25/1
2Principal Ports and Shipping Services OfficerKMAG 41KMA/PPSO/8/25/2
3Principal Ship SurveyorKMAG 41KMA/PSS/8/25/3
Download Job Descriptions and Person Specifications (KMAG 2 & 4 PDF)

How to Apply

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. Applicants must clearly indicate the reference number for the position applied for and submit via:

  1. Hard copy applications addressed to the Director General, Kenya Maritime Authority.
  2. Email (PDF format, single document) to: jobs24@kma.go.ke
  3. Post to: Chairman, Board of Directors, Kenya Maritime Authority, KMA Towers, Mbaraki Road, P.O. Box 95076 – 80104, Mombasa.

Job Re-Advertisement (Closing Date: 1st September, 2025)

S/No. Designation J/G Posts Reference
1Senior Licensing & Seaborne Trade OfficerKMAG 51KMA/SLSTO/8/25/1
2Licensing & Seaborne Trade OfficerKMAG 61KMA/LSTO/8/25/2
3Senior CoxswainKMAG 71KMA/SC/8/25/3
Download Job Descriptions and Person Specifications (KMAG 5, 6 & 7 PDF)

How to Apply

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. Applicants must clearly indicate the reference number for the position applied for and submit via:

  1. Hard copy applications addressed to the Director General, Kenya Maritime Authority.
  2. Email (PDF format, single document) to: hr2025@kma.go.ke
  3. Post to: Director General, Kenya Maritime Authority, KMA Towers, Mbaraki Road, P.O. Box 95076 – 80104, Mombasa.

Note:

  • Canvassing in any form or failure to attach required documents will lead to automatic disqualification.
  • Successful candidates will need to submit valid compliance certificates from KRA, CRB, HELB, and a certificate of good conduct.
  • KMA is an equal opportunity employer; persons with disabilities and women are encouraged to apply.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

N/B: Applications should reach the Authority on or before 1700 hours Monday, 1st September, 2025.