Assistant Director – Security Services at Teachers Service Commission (TSC)

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Implementing and reviewing the Commission’s security policy, strategies and procedures;
• Reviewing periodic assessment of security threats and develop mitigations;
• Preparing of security awareness programs for employees and security personnel;
• Liaising with Government law enforcement agencies on security related matters;
• Ensuring adequate supervision of security officers and outsourced private security guards while building good working relationship with police officers seconded to the Commission;
• Monitoring the preparation of daily reports including daily occurrences, transit reports, background checks, executive protection;
• Coordinating investigation of security related incidents at the Commission premises and submit reports for action;
• Coordinating security operations in the commission’s premises;
• Coordinating fire safety drills;
• Carrying out sensitization of the commission’s employees on security matters;
• Inspecting and advising security personnel on maintenance of security documents and classified materials;
• Organizing and overseeing impromptu penetration test of security system and equipment;
• Developing and implementing work plans, strategies and budget;
• Providing input for review of security policy, strategy, and procedures;
• Appraising security personnel and monitor performance by outsourced private security guards;
• Consolidate and disseminate critical security information; and
• Supervising and guiding employees for optimum performance.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• Served in the grade of Principal Officer- Security for a minimum period of three (3) years; OR Five (5) years’ experience in a comparable position;
• Advanced security management course from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s degree in security studies, criminology, forensic science, security management, intelligence management, disaster management or a related qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree from a recognized institution is an added advantage;
• Paramilitary or National Youth Service (NYS) training is an added advantage;
• Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

The terms and remuneration benefits for this Grade:

• Basic Salary Scale: Kshs.137,460 – Kshs.167,098
• House Allowance: Applicable rates
• Commuter Allowance: Kshs.12,000
• Leave Allowance: As provided in TSC Secretariat
• Annual Leave: 30 working days per calendar year
• Medical Cover: As provided in the TSC Secretariat Medical Scheme
• Terms of Service: Five (5) years contract renewable once subject to satisfactory performance.