Senior Security Officer at Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA)

Job Details

• Interpreting and enforcing the implementation of security policies, procedures and standards as required by the Authority;
• Conducting briefing and debriefing of field teams to capture lessons learnt;
• Ensuring maintenance of law and order within the Authority;
• Liaising with police and other security agencies regarding security matters;
• Conducting due diligence for security service providers;
• Undertaking security intelligence collection, dissemination and investigations;
• Carrying out training and sensitization of staff on security and safety procedures;
• Ensuring appropriate security screening of visitors to Authority`s offices;
• Assisting in identifying training needs and implementation of relevant training for IPOA staff
• Coordinating the issuance of access instruments to all IPOA staff;
• Conducting liaison and security reconnaissance in high risk environment, to inform subsequent deployment;
• Assisting in conducting research to determine levels of security satisfaction by the staff;
• Assisting in reviewing security policy and procedures to enhance security of the Authority personnel and resources;
• Analysing CCTV footage and access control systems, for correlation and reporting of any possible infringements;

Profile

• Must be a citizen of Kenya.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminology or any other related and equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Undergone six (6) weeks approved security investigation course at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Training School or Military Police Training School or any other related and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Served in the grade of Security Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years in IPOA or six (6) years in a comparable and relevant position in the Public or Private Sector;
• Attended a Management Course lasting not less than three (3) weeks from a recognized Institution;
• Certificate in computer application skills; and
• Shown merit, integrity and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Required behavioural skills

• A candidate must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive issues; and
• Demonstrated professional competence.

All applicants MUST attach valid/current clearances from the following bodies:

• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC);
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
• Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI); and
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).