Deputy Chief Executive Officer 682 views

SEYCHELLES MARITIME SAFETY AUTHORITY (SMSA)

The Seychelles Maritime Safety Authority (SMSA) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Deputy Chief Executive Officer.

Job Description

The Deputy CEO supports the Chief Executive Officer in the effective implementation of SMSA’s strategic objectives, acts as Deputy in the CEO’s absence, and undertakes executive, operational, and administrative functions as delegated.

Benefits

Salary and allowance packages are based on experiences and qualifications.

Job Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• Demonstrated senior-level experience in Human Resources and Finance, gained in the public or private sector;
• Proven experience in a maritime operational or regulatory field, or in a comparable safety-critical, highly regulated industry (e.g. aviation, ports, transport safety);
• Legal and regulatory maritime experience, considered essential;
• Prior experience within a maritime administration, regarded as an advantage.

Working knowledge of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) framework will be an asset.

Strong leadership, sound judgement, and the ability to operate effectively within a public service governance environment are essential.

How To Apply

Interested candidate(s) are requested to Sign-up or login to apply now or forward an Application Letter/CV with copies of certificates, reference and ID card to the attention of:

The Chairperson,

C/O SMSA Head Office

2nd Floor, Trinity House

Victoria

Tel: 4224866

or

Email address: hr@smsa.sc

Closing Date: 23rd February 2026

Note:

In order to increase your chances of a successful selection, kindly ensure that your application is complete and that all relevant information such as your qualifications have been provided with your application.   Otherwise, the Employer reserves the right not to consider your application for selection.