Job Description
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, SECURITY SERVICES, KNEC GRADE 4 (1 POST)
(a) Job Specifications
(i) Initiating the development & enforcement of security policies and standards in line
with the operating framework;
(ii) Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the security strategy in line with
policies, processes & procedures to deliver business objectives;
(iii)Coordinating security audits;
(iv)Coordinating continuous information gathering and intelligence analysis to develop
preventive measures for enhanced security of the Council's assets and operations;
(v) Initiating training and monitoring outsourced security service providers to meet
Council security objectives and enhance performance;
(vi)Initiating preparation of security training programs and carrying out sensitization
initiatives to enhance compliance with security standards and policies;
(vii) Ensuring incident response planning and investigation of security violations,
contributing to disciplinary and legal matters associated with such violations as
necessary;
(viii) Developing an up to date databank of security incidents and trends and
reporting for management information and security action;
(ix)Initiating programs and measures to prevent and eliminate encroachment;
(x) Preparing and monitoring the Divisions budget.
(b) Person Specifications
(i) At least ten (10) years cumulative relevant work experience, three (3) of which
should have served at management level;
(ii) Masters Degree in Security Management or its equivalent from a recognized
institution;
(iii)Bachelors Degree in Security Management or its equivalent from a recognized
institution;
(iv)Certificate in security surveillance, intelligence and investigation;
(v) Certificate in First Aid;
(vi)Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized
institution;
(vii) Demonstrated merit in work performance;
(viii) Proficiency in computer application.
(c) Key Competencies, skills and attitudes
(i) Integrity;
(ii) Analytical and interpersonal skills
(iii) Strategic thinking skills;
(iv) Communication and reporting skills;
(v) Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills;
(vi) Interpersonal and negotiation skills;
(vii) Team player and
(viii) Investigative skills.