Deputy Director Human Resource and Administration Jobs

Bandari Maritime Academy is seeking a qualified human resource professional for the position of Deputy Director Human Resource and Administration. The role is responsible for human resource strategy, workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, staff development, employee benefits, welfare and compliance with applicable employment requirements.

Key Job Information

• Employer: Bandari Maritime Academy
• Job Title: Deputy Director Human Resource and Administration
• Reference Number: BMA/26/CEO/DDHRA/08
• Job Grade: BMA 3
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 165,700 – Kshs. 315,000 per month
• House Allowance: Kshs. 35,000
• Commuter Allowance: Kshs. 20,000
• Leave Allowance: Kshs. 10,000
• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting To: Senior Deputy Director Corporate Services

About Bandari Maritime Academy

Bandari Maritime Academy was established through Legal Notice No. 233 of 28th November 2018, with the mandate to develop academic and vocational skills and provide competent maritime human resources for a sustainable Blue Economy.

About the Role

The Deputy Director Human Resource and Administration will support the Academy’s human resource function by advising management on HR policies, procedures and strategies while coordinating workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, staff development and employee welfare.

The position also oversees implementation of human resource policies, compensation and benefits schemes, statutory compliance, staff welfare programmes and strategic human resource objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise management on policies, procedures and strategies relating to human resource management.
• Initiate the development, implementation and review of human resource policies, procedures and processes.
• Develop, implement and evaluate staff career and succession plans, progression and development programmes to support staff attraction, retention, motivation and job satisfaction.
• Develop, implement and evaluate staff benefits schemes and reward systems to improve staff motivation, job satisfaction, attraction and retention.
• Coordinate staff performance management in line with the Academy’s annual objectives and targets.
• Manage the recruitment and selection of staff.
• Oversee human resource planning and undertake organizational reviews to support an optimal structure.
• Ensure adherence to the Academy’s approved human resource policies and procedures.
• Coordinate human resource training and development programmes.
• Implement the Academy’s strategic objectives relating to human resources and development.
• Develop, review and coordinate implementation of the performance management system.
• Initiate the development and implementation of compensation and benefits schemes.
• Implement human resource management rules and regulations in compliance with labour laws.
• Ensure compliance with applicable human resource statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and manage staff welfare schemes, including group personal life accident, medical and insurance schemes.

Required Qualifications

• A cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years of relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Assistant Director, Human Resource Management.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Sociology, Public Administration or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• A Master’s degree in Human Resource, Sociology, Public Administration, Business Administration or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) or an equivalent qualification.
• Registration with the Institute of Human Resource Management.
• A Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• A Human Resource Management Practicing Certificate.
• Proficiency in computer application skills.

Benefits and Compensation

The Deputy Director Human Resource and Administration position is offered on permanent and pensionable terms. The position carries a basic salary scale of Kshs. 165,700 – Kshs. 315,000 per month, together with a house allowance of Kshs. 35,000, commuter allowance of Kshs. 20,000 and leave allowance of Kshs. 10,000.

How to Apply

Applicants must complete the relevant online application form and submit a detailed CV with at least three referees, a copy of the National ID, academic certificates including the Secondary Education certificate, and professional certificates combined into one PDF document.

The combined PDF should be emailed to [email protected], clearly indicating BMA/26/CEO/DDHRA/08 – Deputy Director Human Resource and Administration as the email subject. Applications must be submitted by Tuesday, 29th September 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Kenyan time.

Applicants must complete both the online application form and email the required documents to be considered. Physical applications are not accepted, and late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Bandari Maritime Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, inclusive and non-discriminatory recruitment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, with particular encouragement to women, youth, persons with disabilities, marginalized groups and other underrepresented groups.