Principal Administration Officer Jobs

Bandari Maritime Academy is inviting applications for the position of Principal Administration Officer to support effective administration, logistics, asset management and operational coordination across the Academy. The role involves advising management on administration policies, managing facilities and outsourced services, and supporting the security and maintenance of Academy assets.

Key Job Information

• Job Reference: BMA/26/CEO/PAO/12
• Job Grade: BMA 5
• Position: Principal Administration Officer
• Basic Salary: Kshs. 89,000 – Kshs. 206,400 per month
• House Allowance: Kshs. 25,000
• Commuter Allowance: Kshs. 16,000
• Leave Allowance: Kshs. 6,000
• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
• Reporting to: Deputy Director Human Resource Management Officer

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 Principal Administration Officer will provide administrative leadership and support the effective management of transport, logistics, facilities, assets, estates and property. The position will also assist with security, maintenance planning, disposal of obsolete assets and coordination of the Academy’s day-to-day administrative activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise management on policies and strategies relating to administration.
• Manage transport, logistics, insurance and licensing of motor vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure a conducive physical working environment.
• Assist in ensuring the security of human resources and assets of the Academy.
• Manage and service equipment, assets, estates and property.
• Manage outsourced administrative services.
• Manage office space.
• Assist in identifying obsolete and unserviceable assets for disposal.
• Assist in preparing and implementing maintenance schedules for all Academy assets.
• Assist in coordinating the day-to-day administrative activities of the Academy.

Required Qualifications

• Cumulative service period of nine years of relevant work experience, three of which should have been at the grade of Senior Administrative Officer or in a comparable position.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Membership to a professional body.
• Management course lasting not less than four weeks from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Benefits and Compensation

The position offers a basic salary of Kshs. 89,000 – Kshs. 206,400 per month, a house allowance of Kshs. 25,000, commuter allowance of Kshs. 16,000 and leave allowance of Kshs. 6,000. The position is offered on Permanent and Pensionable terms.

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 to [email protected].

The email subject must clearly indicate the Job Reference Number and Job Title. 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 the email submission of the required documents to be considered for the position. Physical applications will not be accepted, and late applications will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Bandari Maritime Academy is a fair, inclusive and non-discriminatory employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, with particular encouragement for women, youth, persons with disabilities, marginalized groups and other underrepresented groups.