JOB OBJECTIVE
The job holder will be responsible for the management and delivery of round-the-clock University wide physical and people security requirements and ensure compliance to Environment, Health and Safety standards and quality regulations. and procedures.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implementing strategies on security and safety management, crime prevention, investigations and recommending prosecutions as applicable
Advising Management on appropriate measures and standards on security and safety of University assets
Manage all aspects of physical and people security within all University premises
Investigating, following-up and resolving security issues/cases and Environment Health & Safety (EHS) incidences affecting the University in liaison with law enforcement agencies
Sensitizing staff & Students on general insecurity trends, personal/facility security awareness and EHS in liaison with law enforcement agencies
Establishing and maintaining linkages with law enforcement agencies to enhance University security
Undertaking activities related to security management & preparedness such as security sweeps, penetration tests, intruder detection, alarm response tests, fire drills, security surveys and internal security audits
Formulating and continuously reviewing policies, processes and procedures on security and EHS
Managing security staff seconded by outsourced security service providers on service provision
Reviewing safety method statements, initial Environmental Impact Assessment, environmental audit, training manuals and organization’s work instructions and procedures
Developing a Security Safety, Health & Quality (SSHEQ) communication strategy for the entire University
Develop a SSHEQ standards and procedures
Developing and maintaining the departmental budget
Coaching, mentoring and developing the SSHEQ team.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in Security/ Risk Management or any other relevant field from a recognized institution of higher learning
Bachelor’s degree in Military Science/Security Management/Environmental Science/ Occupational Health & Safety or any other relevant field from a recognized institution;
OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Training in Integrated Security Management Systems (ISMS) or crime management.
Risk Investigation training from a recognised institution etc.
WORK EXPERIENCE
8 years’ relevant experience five (5) of which should be at managerial level managing Security, Safety, Health, Environment & Quality in institution of higher learning
Leadership in managing people, operations and financial resources
Ability to think strategically and design long term plans
Quality management skills
Disaster preparedness and management skills
Investigations skills
Report writing skills
Good negotiation skills
General knowledge of Kenyan laws & Government EHS incidence regulations pertaining to law enforcement
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter indicating current and desired salary, a detailed CV including three referees, academic and professional certificates, and a clear copy of your Kenya National ID and iTax certificate via email to hrjobs@kcau.ac.ke by 10th June 2022.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.The subject of your email should read: MANAGER, SECURITY AND SAFETYHead of Human Resources,
KCA University,
P.0. Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi, Kenya
Apply via :
hrjobs@kcau.ac.ke
