Organization: Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA)
Position: Senior Planning Officer (KMA/SPO/11/25/1)
Job Type: Contract – 6 months
Location: Nairobi
Salary Range: Kshs. 89,000 – 205,500
Deadline: 1st December 2025
⚓ About the Role
Kenya Maritime Authority is seeking a Senior Planning Officer to support its mission of promoting safe, secure, and efficient maritime operations. This position plays a central role in strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation, and policy formulation to ensure the Authority meets its performance targets and national maritime objectives.
📋 Key Duties & Responsibilities
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Formulate, review, and implement the Authority’s strategic and operational plans.
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Lead performance monitoring and prepare evaluation reports on projects and programs.
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Coordinate the development of policies and frameworks that enhance institutional efficiency.
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Support resource mobilization by preparing project proposals and donor databases.
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Produce research-based policy recommendations and position papers.
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Align KMA’s strategies with national, regional, and county-level priorities.
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Facilitate preparation of departmental work plans and performance reports.
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Support budgeting and stakeholder collaboration efforts.
🎓 Requirements & Competencies
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Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Development Studies, or related field.
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At least 3 years’ experience as a Planning Officer.
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Completion of a supervisory course from a recognized institution.
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Strong background in proposal writing and strategic planning.
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Excellent report-writing, communication, and leadership skills.
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Demonstrated ability to manage projects and coordinate teams effectively.
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High level of integrity and professionalism.
💼 Key Skills
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Strategic and analytical thinking
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Stakeholder coordination and communication
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Research and report writing
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Innovative problem solving
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Team leadership and performance management
🧭 Why Join KMA?
This is your chance to contribute to Kenya’s growing maritime sector through planning, research, and policy development. As part of KMA, you’ll work in a purpose-driven organization that values innovation, accountability, and teamwork.
📨 Application Instructions
Visit www.kma.go.ke for more details.
Send hard copy applications to:
Director General
Kenya Maritime Authority
KMA Towers, Mbaraki Road, Mombasa
P.O. Box 95076 – 80104, MOMBASA
Deadline: Monday, 1st December 2025
