Job description
Role
GardaWorld now seeks applications from suitably qualified and experienced Consultants to be considered for a Senior Project Manager Role based in and across Kenya
Closing date for applications: Friday 09th February 2018
Please ensure the minimum hiring criteria is met before applying.
GARDAWORLD ON BEHALF OF KK SECURITY JOB SPECIFICATION –EXPERIENCED O&G PROJECT MANAGER – KENYA
(SUBJECT TO SUCESSFUL INDUCTION /CONFIRMATION)
Position
Senior O&G Project Manager
Job Type
Contractor, KK Security
Location
Nairobi, Lodwar and Lokichar Kenya
Start Date
TBC, subject to further confirmation/Induction & visa processing
Monthly Rate
KK Security offers a competitive monthly rate
Rotation
Full time position. Successful candidate will domicile in Nairobi with regular travel to client locations across area of operation as and when required.
Annual leave entitlement to be confirmed.
Likely duration of task
24 Months
Hiring Criteria
DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU MEET THIS STANDARD
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or an equivalent
Shall be fluent in English verbally and for written work
Shall have a minimum of 10 years prior military/police experience.
Shall have a minimum of 5 years proven international commercial security experience in a leadership role.
Shall possess a proven track record managing remote sites in East Africa
Ability to outline and communicate effective objectives and action plans
Good leadership and people management skills
Demonstrate a high degree of sensitivity, confidentiality when dealing with internal and external customers;
Have a high sense of accuracy, attention for detail and with good analytical ability.
Have good problem analysis and reporting skills;
Be able to demonstrate the ability to grow, support and develop talent within the unit
Shall have demonstrable business acumen and commercial experience, preferably within the Oil & Gas sector.
Be familiar with PSC1, ISO 9001:2015 and 18788 standards
Be familiar with the aims and objectives of the ICoCA
Must have excellent report writing ability.
Must have excellent presentations skills.
Must be Polite and Robust; an ability to remain resolute when dealing with the authorities.
To have the character to maintain and encourage liaison to establish firm contacts. Understand the complexity of local stakeholders and their position in the commercial environment
Possess excellent interpersonal skills – ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of organizational policies, host nation laws/legislation and a greater understanding of tribal intricacies and sensitivities.
Be proficient in MS word package, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio and Excel.
Possess a valid driving license.
Must have experience of writing, complex security plans; coupled with developing standard operating procedures for the project location.
Must have strong understanding of financial accounts for payroll, as well as operational expenses for the project.
Must have a good understanding of Health and Safety at work; making sure the HSE manager is informed of all issues in a timely manner.
Must have experience to lead the project team from the front; setting high standards for all to follow.
Duties
The Project Manager (PM) has responsibility for the management and implementation of the KK Security contract with a Major IOC based in and across Kenya. The PM is accountable to the Operations Director for the responsibilities stated below. These responsibilities will be monitored and managed through the mid-year and annual performance review and supported through the monitoring of KPIs.
The PM is responsible for the service delivery of this contract, ensuring that all administrative activities are carried out professionally and effectively to deliver and maintain quality standards in accordance with contractual obligations.
The PM will mentor Local Security Provider and build capacity of the company, enabling them to ascertain PSC 1 accreditation, with 2 years of the start of the contract.
The PM will oversee the deployment of S/Os in Nairobi and Turkana, until such a time that Local Security Provider are able to manage their own guard force, to the standard expected by the Client.
Key Responsibilities And Areas For Development
Conduct quarterly reviews of security provider capacity, and set development goals accordingly
Preparation of personal development plans for Local Security Provider management team
Participate in performance evaluation/review of employees in concurrence with the company policy with the aim of developing and motivating the employees and maintaining a desirable service level to our customer;
Mentoring of the Local Security Provider management team
Introduction and implementation of company systems within Local Security Provider, to be determined based on SWAT analysis
Oversee contract delivery to Clients expectations.
Liaise with internal departments to ensure service delivery is supported.
Manage contract P&L to ensure delivery within budget
Oversee liaison with accounts in invoice preparation to ensure timely and correct invoices are generated;
Monitor monthly revenue and collections by keeping records of all invoices and make timely follow up for payment to a satisfactory level;
Ensure proper administration of petty cash and expenses claims through proper documentation;
Enhance effective customer service by maintaining close contact with client point of contact in order to maintain sound relations. Manage correspondence by communication with clients and escalate issues to the relevant staff for resolution; and
Ensure compliance with KK Security company policies and procedures
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Please note: any Information provided and your current performance shall be used by GardaWorld to evaluate your suitability for this position.
Presentation of falsified credentials or false statements can lead to termination of any engagement (or future engagement) with the company.
