Job Description
Mount Kenya University (MKU), through its renowned Malindi Maritime Academy, is inviting applications from competent, highly motivated, and industry-experienced professionals to join its Centre for Professional Development Services as Part-Time Trainers in Maritime Security. This opportunity is designed for individuals who are passionate about developing highly skilled maritime professionals capable of supporting the continued growth of Kenya's blue economy while meeting internationally recognized maritime security standards.
Located in the strategic coastal town of Malindi, the Maritime Academy delivers specialized maritime education and professional development programs that respond to the evolving needs of the shipping, port operations, offshore services, marine logistics, and coastal security sectors. The academy combines academic excellence with practical industry exposure to prepare trainees for successful careers within the regional and international maritime industry.
The successful candidate will play an important role in planning, delivering, and evaluating professional maritime security training programs that comply with applicable international conventions, maritime regulations, and recognized security frameworks. The trainer will facilitate engaging classroom sessions, practical demonstrations, simulations, and field-based exercises that strengthen learners' technical competence, operational readiness, and professional confidence.
This position requires an individual who possesses strong instructional capabilities together with practical maritime security experience. The ideal trainer should be able to explain complex security concepts in a clear and practical manner while promoting professionalism, discipline, ethical conduct, teamwork, and safety awareness throughout every training session. Candidates should also demonstrate the ability to adapt training methods to accommodate learners with diverse educational backgrounds and varying levels of industry experience.
As part of the Centre for Professional Development Services, the trainer will contribute to curriculum enhancement, development of learning resources, continuous quality improvement initiatives, and alignment of training content with current international maritime security developments. The role also involves maintaining accurate learner records, assessing trainee performance using objective evaluation methods, and providing constructive guidance that supports continuous improvement.
Mount Kenya University values innovation, academic integrity, professionalism, inclusivity, and lifelong learning. Individuals joining the institution become part of a respected university committed to producing competent graduates who positively contribute to national development and the global maritime workforce. This part-time engagement offers experienced maritime professionals an excellent opportunity to share their expertise, mentor future industry practitioners, strengthen professional networks, and contribute meaningfully to maritime capacity development within Kenya and the wider East African region.
Applications are welcomed from qualified professionals who possess relevant academic qualifications, recognized maritime security certifications, proven industry exposure, and a genuine commitment to excellence in professional training. Candidates capable of inspiring learners while maintaining the highest instructional standards are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed lesson plans that support the delivery of high-quality maritime security training programmes.
- Deliver professional classroom instruction using learner-centred teaching methodologies and practical demonstrations.
- Facilitate hands-on training sessions that improve operational competence and workplace readiness.
- Train participants on maritime security principles, international regulations, and recognized industry standards.
- Conduct instruction covering ship security operations, port facility protection, vessel access control, cargo security, and emergency preparedness.
- Deliver practical guidance on the implementation of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.
- Teach relevant Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) security requirements applicable to maritime personnel.
- Develop comprehensive training materials, presentations, learner manuals, practical exercises, and assessment tools.
- Evaluate trainee knowledge through written examinations, practical assessments, simulations, assignments, and continuous evaluation methods.
- Provide timely, objective, and constructive feedback that promotes continuous learner improvement.
- Maintain accurate attendance registers, assessment records, performance reports, and training documentation.
- Ensure all training activities comply with institutional quality assurance procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Organize realistic emergency response drills and maritime security simulation exercises.
- Demonstrate effective risk identification, threat analysis, vulnerability assessment, and mitigation techniques.
- Guide learners in applying internationally accepted maritime security procedures in operational environments.
- Promote safe learning practices throughout classroom, laboratory, and field training activities.
- Support curriculum review initiatives by recommending improvements based on emerging industry developments.
- Integrate current maritime security technologies, operational trends, and global best practices into training sessions.
- Collaborate with academic staff, industry partners, and regulatory stakeholders to enhance programme quality.
- Participate in professional meetings, workshops, and academic activities organized by the Maritime Academy.
- Mentor trainees on professional ethics, discipline, leadership, teamwork, and responsible decision-making.
- Encourage critical thinking and practical problem-solving during learning activities.
- Maintain confidentiality when handling trainee information, institutional records, and assessment results.
- Ensure learning resources, equipment, and instructional facilities are properly utilized and maintained.
- Promote compliance with occupational health, safety, environmental protection, and institutional policies.
- Continuously update professional knowledge through industry research, certification renewal, and professional development.
- Represent the university professionally during training engagements and stakeholder interactions.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at strengthening programme effectiveness and learner satisfaction.
- Assist in identifying industry training needs that can support future professional development programmes.
- Perform any other training-related responsibilities assigned by the Centre for Professional Development Services in support of institutional objectives.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, Security Studies, Marine Operations, Nautical Science, or another closely related discipline.
- Valid maritime security training certification.
- Recognized STCW certification relevant to maritime security.
- ISPS Code training certification.
- Relevant IMO maritime security certification will be an advantage.
- Strong understanding of international maritime conventions and regulations.
- Excellent instructional and facilitation skills.
- Ability to prepare professional training materials and assessments.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Strong report writing and documentation abilities.
- Excellent classroom management skills.
- Practical knowledge of maritime risk assessment.
- Competence in emergency preparedness and response procedures.
- Ability to deliver practical demonstrations and simulations.
- Good analytical and problem
- solving abilities.
- Professional integrity and ethical conduct.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Ability to mentor learners from diverse backgrounds.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Membership in a relevant professional body in good standing will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Candidates who satisfy the stated requirements are invited to submit their applications through the official Mount Kenya University Recruitment Portal before 24 July 2026. Applicants should ensure that all required academic certificates, professional certifications, curriculum vitae, and any supporting documents are uploaded as instructed in the online application system. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date will be considered during the recruitment process. Only shortlisted candidates whose qualifications closely match the position requirements will be contacted for the next stage of the selection process. Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, transparent, and merit-based recruitment. The University does not request or accept any payment at any stage of the recruitment, interview, or appointment process. Applicants are advised to disregard any individual or organization requesting payment in connection with this vacancy. Qualified professionals who are passionate about maritime education and committed to developing future leaders in maritime security are encouraged to apply before the application deadline.