Department:    Customs & Border Control

Division:           Border Control & Enforcement

Section / Unit:  Marine Operations

Location / Work Station:    Muhuru Bay

Job Purpose

This role is responsible for carrying out maritime security duties in accordance with the stipulated border control standards and procedures.

 Responsibilities

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• General cleaning and maintenance of deck, superstructure and hull of the boat
• Carry out serviceability checks on mooring ropes, anchors and other equipment
• Participate in vessel boarding, search and seizure (VBSS)
• Carry out swimmer-of-the watch duties
• Carry out watch and surveillance on board
• Navigational watch-keeping on marine craft
• Respond to all on board emergencies
• Inspect on-board equipment; proper and timely documentation of the vessel’s defects

Responsibility for Physical Assets

•  Radio calls for communication

Decision Making / Job Influence

• Job entails but not limited to  strategic planning and operational decisions

Working Conditions

• The work environment encompasses both office(indoor) and field (outdoor) duties

Qualifications

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) /O-Level Certificate
• Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate in Customs Administration/ Nautical Studies/Marine
• Engineering/Mandatory Marine Training STCW(95)/ Able Seaman Certificate A.B
• Efficient Deck Hand Certificate.
• Previous relevant work experience required.
• Minimum of 1 year’s work experience in similar role

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

• Oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Adaptability to change
• Time management and good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in teams
• Customs Legislation and Regulation

How to Apply

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