Job Purpose: To ensure the provision of 24 hour security for all the Agency resources, assets and facilities as provided for by the law and Agency Policies
Duties & responsibilities
Advising the Management on the security requirements for the Agency and developing sound security policies and procedures.
Directing and controlling security operations within and around the Agency premises/facilities.
Working closely with the out-sourced security service providers to ensure effective security for the Agency and effective management of necessary service level agreements.
Managing any internal investigations and acting as liaison officer with all other interested parties, including the police, regulators and auditors.
Identifying security risks and evaluating alternative ways of addressing them.
Improving security surveillance, detection and prevention of crime in liaison with the police and other security agencies.
Preparing and managing security budgets and evaluating new technology based security solutions.
Maintaining comprehensive records of all occurrences and investigations findings and follow-up on action plans.
Gather security information (security intelligence) for quick decision making.
Install & maintain the necessary security systems aimed at avoiding thefts, pilferage and sabotage.
Liaison with government departments, law enforcement and other external agents and safety departments on security matters i.e. government security and safety departments, provincial administration, fire brigade etc.
Establish and implement strategies to prevent unauthorized entry of persons, cars and goods to restricted areas by carrying out security checks.
Plan and carry out security awareness training and sensitization briefs to all staff.
Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the level of responsibility of this job role.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Criminology, Social sciences, Public Administration or equivalent from a recognized institution, or
A Diploma in Public Administration /Security Management with relevant professional qualifications.
Minimum six (6) years’ experience in security management in a corporate organization, or a large security firm
Experience in the disciplined forces desirable
ICT literacy a must
Excellent Knowledge of Kenyan laws and government regulations pertaining to law enforcement,
Excellent verbal and written communication skills (both English and Kiswahili).
Good networking ability with external security agencies.
Must be of unquestionable integrity with a valid certificate of Good Conduct
Possession of excellent analytical, investigative and report writing skills,
Must be physically fit
Qualified and Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications, Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates & testimonials, email and telephone contacts including names, telephone and email contacts of three (3) referees who must be familiar with the candidates previous work experience.
Applications should be addressed as detailed below and be sent by post, hand delivery or email so as to be received not later than 5.00pm onFriday, 26th July 2013.
The Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Trade Network Agency
1st Floor, Embankment Plaza Longonot Rd - Upperhill
P.O. Box 36943-00200 Nairobi
Email: vacancies [at] kentrade.go.ke
KENTRADE is an Equal Opportunity Employer
