Job Description:

About the Job

The Director General / Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of activities in the Authority, under the general direction of the Board.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Accounting officer, responsible for day-to-day management, operations, personnel, and activities.
• Ensure compliance with the Kenya Maritime Authority Act and related regulations.
• Encourage and foster the safe development of maritime matters in Kenya waters.
• Plan, develop, and formulate safe and efficient utilization of Kenya’s ocean space.
• Acquire, establish, and improve ocean navigation facilities.
• Facilitate the establishment of schools for maritime instruction and training.
• Promulgate rules for accident notification and reporting to facilitate investigations.
• Utilize services, equipment, and facilities of other agencies and cooperate with them.
• Monitor the deployment and utilization of Authority property.
• Prepare the annual report and financial statement.
• Serve as an ex officio member of the Board.
• Guide the development of relevant national maritime policies and legislation.
• Facilitate the preparation and implementation of the Authority’s strategic and annual work plans.
• Oversee the implementation of Authority policies and plans in liaison with the Board and other authorities.
• Implement International Maritime Instruments to which Kenya is a party.
• Report on the status of implementation of International Maritime Instruments.
• Facilitate regular reporting on the status of Kenya Maritime Authority.
• Foster a conducive corporate culture promoting ethical practices and good governance.
• Create a corporate environment that attracts, retains, and motivates employees.
• Provide leadership in program development and assure quality and organizational stability.
• Develop and oversee efficient and effective strategies for recruitment, selection, retention, and evaluation of staff.
• Promote values and principles of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Leverage on ICT for efficient service delivery.
• Leverage on communication to promote the Authority’s Mandate.
• Provide the Strategic Direction of the Management.
• Provide advisory to the Ministry through the Principal Secretary on emerging policy areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized University.
• Master’s in a relevant field Degree from a recognized University is an added advantage.
• A minimum period of ten (10) years’ relevant work experience, five (5) years of which must be in Senior Management.
• Professional qualification and membership to a professional body where applicable.
• Strategic Leadership course from a recognized institution or its equivalent.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Knowledge and a clear understanding of the maritime sector.
• Demonstrated clear understanding of local, national and international conventions and treaties governing maritime affairs.
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Key Competencies and Skills: Strong analytical skills, Communication skills, Strategic and innovative thinking, Strong interpersonal skills, Ability to mobilize resources, Negotiation skills.