Security Guard at Pwani University

REF: PU/ADV/36/05/2017

This is a junior-level position in the security ranks in the University, and appointment is on either temporary or permanent terms or on a two (2) year renewable performance-based contract depending on age, citizenship and any other reason.

Qualifications for the Security Guard Job

• The candidate must have a minimum qualification of KCSE Mean Grade D (plain) or its equivalent and has served as a Corporal or Constable in the Armed Forces OR has a certificate in Criminology or its equivalent
• In addition, the candidate must have the following requirements:
• Be physically fit
• Have a certificate of good conduct from the Kenya Police
• Have held a clean record of service

Responsibilities for the Security Guard Job

• The applicant must have served as a corporal or constable, or has served as a Security Guard II or equivalent position for a period of three (3) years with proven integrity, assertiveness, alertness and compliance to orders

The applicants must have experience in the following duties and responsibilities:

• Effective coordination of duties performed by security guards
• Drawing written assignment and instruction for security guards and making sure that all concerned are conversant with what is expected of them.
• Ensuring proper maintenance of gate passes, vehicle movement book, visitors register and occurrence book.
• Checking and reporting on situation of physical structures such as fences, gates, walls, doors, windows and locking systems.
• Supervising security staff under him/her.
• Maintaining high standard of discipline among guards under his command.
• Preparing monthly or quarterly reports pertaining to security work.
• Protecting people and property.
• Any other duty as assigned by the Head of Section/ Department

In addition, the candidate should

• Show Active involvement in International/Continental/Regional /National/ Local/Community activities.

The candidate must have skills in:

• First Aid
• Good public relations
• Good communication
• Candidates with specialized technical skills will have an added advantage