Bandari Maritime Academy has announced a major recruitment drive for 27 positions as the institution seeks to strengthen its workforce across senior management, technical, training, administration and support functions.
The vacancies include key leadership positions such as Deputy Director for Placement and Industry Linkages, Deputy Director for Admissions and Examinations, Deputy Director for Human Resource and Administration, and Senior Principal Trainer I (STCW).
Other senior positions on offer are Assistant Director for Planning and Performance Management, Assistant Director for Accounts, Principal Legal Officer, Principal Administration Officer, Senior Security Officer, Senior Supply Chain Management Officer and Works Officer.
The academy is also seeking to fill specialised technical and training positions, including seven ICT Officer posts, Student Career and Welfare Officer, Business Development and Marketing Officer I, Trainer I in Marine Engineering, Trainer I in Nautical Science, Trainer I in MTOT, Simulator Instructor, Senior Coxswain and Swimming Instructor.
In the administration and support category, the institution has advertised two Office Assistant positions and three Senior Office Administrator positions.
Bandari Maritime Academy was established under Legal Notice No. 233 of November 28, 2018. Its mandate includes developing academic and vocational skills and providing competent maritime human resources to support the growth of a sustainable blue economy.
How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates are advised to visit the Academy’s website, www.bma.ac.ke, for complete details of job requirements and the mode of application.
The academy said applications must be submitted by 5 pm on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The institution has also warned applicants against canvassing, stating that any attempt to influence the recruitment process will result in automatic disqualification.
Successful applicants will be required to present valid compliance certificates before signing their employment contracts.
These include certificates from the Kenya Revenue Authority, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, a registered Credit Reference Bureau, the Higher Education Loans Board and a Certificate of Good Conduct issued by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
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