Search and Rescue Officer Jobs at Kenya Maritime Authority

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KMA/SRO/9/25/11

SEARCH AND RESCUE OFFICERS - 6 POSTS
Directorate: Maritime Safety
Grade: KMAG 6
Terms of Service: Pensionable, medical cover
Remuneration (kshs.): Basic Salary: 71,500.00 to 140,500.00, House
Allowance: 20,000.00, Commuter Allowance: 14,000.00

Job Purpose: The Search and Rescue Officers are responsible for maritime
assistance in search and rescue in accordance with International Conventions and
national legislations relating to the search and rescue.

Job Description
Duties and responsibilities
i. Assist in the Development of the national search and rescue plan for coastal
and inland waterways
ii. Assist in the Review and update of the national search and rescue plan for
coastal and inland waters
iii. Assist in the Implementation of the national search and rescue plan for
coastal and inland waters
iv. Assist in the Conducting public awareness campaigns on maritime search and
rescue.
v. Assist in the Implementation of International Conventions and instruments
relating to maritime search and rescue
vi. Assist in managing the Kenya Ship Reporting System in order to keep track of
vessels around the coast and within the EEZ to call upon for support during
SAR operations;
vii. Assist in the management of emergency beacons e.g., EPIRBs database and
is responsible for keeping it up-to-date and accessible on 24-hour basis
viii. Assist in the Implementation of the requirements of regional SAR agreements
with neighbouring States

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must: -
i. Bachelor Degree in the Maritime field such Telecommunication Engineering as
or any other relevant qualifications from a recognized institution;
ii. Good interpersonal relations,
iii. Proficiency in computer applications;
iv. Good communication skills.

Additional Attributes

Company Name Kenya Maritime Authority

Application Deadline 2025-10-06

How to Apply

a. 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.
b. An applicant must clearly indicate the reference number for the position applied for and submit in either of the following ways:
I. Hard copy applications for positions should be addressed to the Director General, Kenya Maritime Authority.
II. Online applications should be emailed in PDF format (as one running document) to: recruitment25@kma.go.ke
III. Post applications should be sent to:
Director General,
Kenya Maritime Authority,
KMA Towers along Mbaraki Road (next to the Little Theatre),
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, 6th October, 2025.