Project Manager (PM)
The Project Manager (PM) shall have experience and qualifications on a range of security-related skills and have a verified record of proven reliability and good conduct. The PM shall have completed secondary school (12 years) and have a minimum of ten years police, similar military or security, or local guard force management experience with a minimum of 5 years of the guard work experience being at supervisory or command levels. A maximum of four years of experience can be waived in lieu of a college degree from an accredited college/university. The PM shall reside in Nairobi, Kenya and be specifically and solely dedicated to this local guard services contract in support of the U.S. Mission.
In addition, the PM shall meet the following qualifications:
English Language S5/R5 proficiency and working knowledge of the local language (Swahili);
Be a citizen of the United States, or Kenya, or permanent resident of Kenya, or be in possession of a valid Kenya work visa;
Able to use a computer including all common office management tools (e.g. Microsoft Office);
Experience with multiple levels of communication between various level of management;
Financial Management and Accounting knowledge;
Experience managing security staff or local guard force management experience;
Be expert in all areas of physical security and access control;
Must understand operational methods of all guard force units and zones for response, and maintain a professional demeanor under highly stressful circumstances;
Be experienced in basic communications and radio use/procedures;
Be able to maintain and manage communication between all parties;
Provide risk management planning and performing qualitative risk analysis;
Be able to define, sequence, and estimate activities and resources;
Experience with acquiring, developing, and managing project teams;
Possess a current in-country driver’s license;
Must meet with COR and LGF Coordinator at least weekly or as required; and,
Be experienced in basic Human Resource Management;
The PM shall be accessible and responsive to the CO or COR on all matters related to performance of this contract 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week. Should the PM require personal or professional travel outside the country, or should he/she become otherwise incapable of fulfilling his/her duties (such as in the case of a medical illness or injury), the PM must designate the next senior member of the guard management team to assume PM responsibilities, including 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week availability. The designation of a replacement is subject to COR approval.
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