Deputy Director, Security at Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)

KPH/DDS/1/24

Job Specification

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overall supervision of the security functions in the Service;
• Coordinating, formulating and implementing security management policies, strategies and standard operating procedures;
• Supervising security officers and outsourced security personnel;
• Ensure the security, safety and well-being of all personnel, visitors and the premises;
• Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment and access points; permitting entry;
• Ensure operation of security equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques;
• Respond to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers;
• Protect the Service’s assets relative to theft, assault, fire and other safety issues;
• Maintain environment by monitoring and setting building and equipment controls;
• Maintain organization's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements; 
• Investigate security breaches;
• Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures; restraining trespassers;
• Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures;
• Maintain environment by monitoring and setting building and equipment controls;
• Maintain organization's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements;
• Adhere to all company service and operating standards;
• Ensure institutional compliance with relevant laws and regulations governing security;
• Follow procedures for various initiatives, including fire prevention, property patrol, traffic control and accident investigations;
• Liaise with external security providers to ensure the institution is secured.

Person Specification

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have

• At least ten (10) years’ experience, with three (3) as a senior officer in Government Security Systems;
• Bachelor’s degree in Criminology/Security Management or elated discipline;
• Master’s degree in Criminology/Security Management or related field;
• Membership of a relevant professional body in good standing is a must;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
• Compliance with chapter six of the constitution.

Skills

• Written and Verbal Communication;
• Following Complex Instructions;
• Interpersonal Skills;
• Surveillance Skills;
• Judgment;
• Objectivity;
• Dependability;
• Emotional Control;
• Integrity;
• Professionalism;
• Proficiency in Computer applications skills; Reporting Skills.

Competencies

• Knowledge of Security Operations and Procedure;
• Manage Multiple Tasks;
• Knowledge of Basic Security and Fire Inspection Procedures;
• Safety Management.