Technical Expert
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JKUAT is hiring a full-time Technical Expert to support regional efforts in promoting energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Africa's maritime sector in line with IMO regulations. The role involves technical support, research, capacity building, and collaboration with port authorities, governments, and international organizations to advance sustainable shipping practices.
- Full-time role based in Nairobi under JKUAT
- Focus on maritime decarbonization and IMO compliance
- Requires BA/BSc/HND and 3 years of experience
- Involves research, technical reports, and stakeholder capacity building
- Collaboration with IMO, MTCC regional centers, and African maritime stakeholders
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Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology is situated in Juja, 36 kilometres North East of Nairobi, along Nairobi-Thika Highway. It was started in 1981 as a Middle Level College (Jomo Kenyatta College of Agriculture and Technology (JKCAT)) by the Government of Kenya with the generous assistance from the Japanese Government. Plans for the establishment of JKCAT started in 1977
Technical Expert
Job Type: Full Time
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience
3 years
Location: Nairobi
Job Field: Engineering / Technical
Job Summary
The successfully candidate will be mandated to support regional efforts in promoting energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in line with IMO regulations and guidelines. The Technical Expert will work under the MTCC Africa Head and Project director, JKUAT, national and regional maritime stakeholders, governments, and international organizations to ensure Africa’s active participation in global maritime decarbonization efforts. The role involves technical support, research, and capacity building to help stakeholders implement sustainable practices tailored to Africa’s maritime sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement regional GHG emissions inventory and reporting systems in line with IMO guidelines.
- Support data collection, reporting, and inventory management for GHG and energy data from African ports and shipping operators.
- Provide technical guidance on compliance with IMO regulations, including MARPOL Annex VI, EEXI, CII, and DCS.
- Collaborate with port authorities, flag states, and operators to establish Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) frameworks.
- Apply modeling tools to assess policy, technological, and regulatory changes for sustainable shipping.
- Promote awareness and build capacity through workshops, training, and knowledge-sharing forums on sustainable maritime practices.
- Strengthen partnerships with IMO, other MTCC regional centers, NGOs, and industry stakeholders to coordinate GHG reduction efforts across Africa.
- Conduct research on technologies and best practices for emissions reduction and energy efficiency relevant to African ports and shipping.
- Prepare technical reports, policy briefs, and knowledge products to guide stakeholders on sustainable shipping solutions.
- Minimum Academic Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Engineering and Maritime related discipline. However, candidates with BSc Electrical/Mechanical or other engineering disciplines with a bias towards Energy/Climate Policy, or a related field will be considered.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in environmental management, marine engineering, or maritime operations. Experience in GHG emissions reduction, energy efficiency, or biofouling management is desirable.
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Method of Application
- Technical Expert Position
- Salary & Benefits
- This is a contractual position renewable annually based on satisfactory performance and upon mutual agreement. The position entails a competitive package, which include but not limited to:
- Basic Salary of KShs 96,006/= per month which is in the salary scale of KShs. 96,006/= - 147,805/=
- House Allowance of KShs 47,915/= per month
- Any other allowances commensurate with the position
- Applicants should:
- Submit a soft copy in a pdf format to
- principal@eng.jkuat.ac.ke
- and a hard copy of the letter of application, copies of certificates, one (1) page motivation letter and updated curriculum vitae to include full details of education and professional qualifications, experience, present salary, names and addresses of at least three referees, one of whom must be from the present employment.
- Indicate clearly the position and the Reference number on the application letter and on the envelope which should be addressed to:
- The Project Director, MTCC Africa, College of Engineering and Technology (COETEC), JKUAT
- P. O. Box 62000-00200 ,Nairobi.
- Applications should be received on or before 12th October, 2026
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- Submit a copy of letter of application, copies of certificates, testimonials and updated curriculum vitae to include full details of education and professional qualifications, experiences, present salary, names and addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be from the recent employment
- Indicate clearly the position and reference on the application letter and on the envelope which should be addressed to:
- The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration and Finance)
- Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
- P.O. Box 62000-00200 NAIROBI
- A soft copy of the same in pdf format should be sent to:
- smcr-recruit26@jkuat.ac.ke
- All applications (both soft and hard copy) should be received on or before 19th October, 2026
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