Airport Manager Position at Malindi Airport (S7) 

REF: OPS/AML/AUGUST 2023

Job Overview

Job Purpose

As the Airport Manager at Malindi, your primary responsibility will be to provide visionary leadership to drive business growth, enhance customer experiences, and ensure the safety and security of passengers and airport users. This role aligns with international standards, recommended practices, and our strategic plan.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Business Development and Strategy

• Collaborate with airport stakeholders to create and implement business development plans to foster growth.
• Develop, review, and execute the airport’s strategic plan and objectives.

Infrastructure and Planning

• Consult with stakeholders to develop and update the Airport Master Plan.
• Oversee the financial health of the facility by creating, monitoring, and managing budgets.

Regulatory Compliance and Safety

• Ensure airport operations, facilitation, security, and safety align with civil aviation standards.
• Maintain continuous compliance with airport certification requirements.

Environmental Stewardship

• Establish and implement an airport environmental program to ensure sustainability.

Operational Oversight

• Manage and oversee day-to-day airport operations, maintaining efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aviation studies, Social Sciences, or related fields.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant work experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial/supervisory role.

Skills and Competencies

• Possess strong teamwork, communication, interpersonal, supervisory, and analytical skills.

Application Process

Clearance Requirements

Shortlisted candidates are required to submit the following clearance certificates as per the Constitution of Kenya 2010, Chapter Six requirements:

• Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
• Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Clearance from the Ethics & Anti-corruption Authority (EACC)
• Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Clearance certificates must be valid and current. The self-declaration Form from EACC should specify the applied position.

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted for further steps, including an interview where original National Identity Card, Academic, and Professional Certificates will be required.

Submission of Applications

Electronic Mail: Send your application to recruitment@kaa.go.ke with the Job Reference in the email subject line.

Hard Copy: Address your application envelope to: Managing Director / CEO Kenya Airports Authority KAA Head Office, Airport North Road P. O Box 19001-00501, Nairobi Kenya.

Applications must be received no later than Monday, 21st August, 2023, at 5.00 pm East African Time.

Expert Tips To Be A Successful Applicant

• Understand the Role: Study the job description thoroughly to grasp the responsibilities and expectations.
• Highlight Relevant Experience: Showcase your experience in business development, strategic planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Emphasize Leadership: Highlight your ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
• Demonstrate Communication Skills: Your application should demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comprehensive Documentation: Ensure all clearance certificates and required documents are accurate, up-to-date, and well-presented.
• Early Submission: Submit your application ahead of the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
• Tailor Your Application: Customize your application to reflect how your skills and experience align with the specific requirements of this role.

Join us in driving growth, enhancing customer experiences, and maintaining safety standards at Malindi Airport. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, encouraging women, persons with disabilities, minority, and marginalized groups to apply. Avoid any form of canvassing, and ensure you provide all stipulated documents to prevent automatic disqualification.