KMA recruitment 2025/2026: Would you like to apply for open vacancies at Kenya Maritime Authority? If yes, visit the official careers portal www.kma.go.ke/available-job-vacancies to fill out the application form before set deadline.
The Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) seeks to recruit passionate, result oriented, honest and committee individuals for vacancies across diverse departments. This article therefore provides the steps on how to apply for this recruitment exercise.
Latest news and update concerning the eligibility requirements and qualifications, overview of the authority, application deadline, success tips and other vital information are available here.
About Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA)
The Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) officially commenced operation in 2004 as a government agency vested with the responsibility of coordinating, regulating and monitoring maritime affairs within the coast of Kenya.
The agency is also known for the maintenance of safety and security as a way of promoting the country’s economy and sustainable development goal as well as rendering advice to the government on maritime policy and legislation, and implementation of international convention.
In summary, Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) carries out the following key functions:
- Regulation and Oversight.
- Maritime Safety and Security
- Sustainable Development
- Maritime Training.
- Environmental Protection
- Policy and Legislation
- International Cooperation
- Oil Spill Response
- Research and Surveys
- Search and Rescue
- Ship Register
- Inland Waterways
- Trade Facilitation
- Collaboration
Kenya Maritime Authority Job Vacancies 2025/2026
Below are job positions that are available at the Kenya Maritime Authority:
- Principal Surveyor, Search and Rescue
- Principal Surveyor, Maritime Security
- Director, Maritime, Education, Training and Labour
- Port State Control Officer
- Principal Accountant
- Principal Finance Officer
- Principal Surveyor, Seafarers Training and Standards (Engineering)
- Principal Maritime Labour Officer
- Principal Ship Surveyor
- Assistant Director, Training and Certification (Nautical)
- Assistant Director, Registration of Ships, Inspections and Survey
- Principal Surveyor, Seafarers Training and Standards (Nautical)
- Legal Officer (Board Services)
- Legal Officer (Legal Services)
- Surveyor, Seafarers Training Standards (Nautical)
- Surveyor, Seafarers Training Standards (Engineering)
- Senior Maritime Transport Logistics Training Officer
- Senior Ports & Shipping Services Officer
- Maritime Labour Officer
- Legal Officer (Maritime Governance)
- Office Administrator
- Senior Administration Officer
Also apply for: Kenya National Qualifications Authority Recruitment
Counties Eligible for Application
Candidates from any of the listed Counties are eligible to apply for the Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) recruitment 2025/2026.
| Nairobi | Mombasa | Homa Bay |
| Tharaka-Nithi | Kajiado | Meru |
| Narok | Isiolo | Kisumu |
| Marsabit | Siaya | Mandera |
| Wajir | Garissa | Taita Mak Taveta |
| Kilifi | Tana River | Lamu |
| Kwale | Samburu | Busia |
| Kakamega | Vihiga | Bungoma |
| Bomet | Kericho | Machakos |
| Kitui | Embu | Makueni |
| West Pokot | Nakuru | Nyamira |
| Kisii | Migori | Turkana |
| Kiambu | Nyeri | Nyandarua |
| Murang’a | Laikipia | Nandi |
| Kirinyaga | Baringo | Elgeyo-Marakwet |
| Trans-Nzoia | Uasin Gishu |
Requirements for KMA Recruitment 2025/2026
Below are the eligibility requirements announced vacancies:
- Interested individuals must be a Kenyan citizen either by birth or naturalization
- Interested individual must possess a valid means of identification (International passport, Drivers’ license, National Identification card etc)
- Individuals must be between the age range of 20 to 45 years
- Must possess 2 to 6 years of working experience in relevant field of discipline
- Interested individuals must have or possess a minimum of D+ in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
- Interested individuals must possess a Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in relevant field of discipline
- Individuals with good ICT skills have added advantage
- Interested individuals must possess good and excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
- Interested individuals must possess good organizational skills, problem-solving skills as well as good analytical skills
- Individuals applying for the KMA recruitment must meet and satisfy the Chapter Six (6) of the Kenyan Constitution.
How to Apply for KMA Jobs 2025
- Visit KMA official careers portal www.kma.go.ke
- Scroll through to select desired job role of application
- Download and read the job description carefully
- Draft a well-tailored CV and cover letter
- Attach all relevant supportive documents needed
Important: All applications should be submitted as PDF via either of the email below:
- Kenya Maritime Authority vacancies 1-4 – chairmanjobs-1@kma.go.ke
- Application for directorate or managerial position – director-generalsjobs-2@kma.go.ke
All offline or physical applications must be submitted to the KMA Head Office:
Kenya Maritime Authority,
KMA Towers along Mbaraki Road
P.O. Box 95076 – 80104,
MOMBASA.
KMA Recruitment 2025 Deadline
The closing date for the Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) recruitment is slated for 20th June, 2025 at 5:00pm. All applications must be submitted before the assigned deadline and canvassing will result in disqualifications.