Security Officer (Radio Operation) at Kenyatta University

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure all communication equipment (i.e. VHF and HF radios and land-line phones) are in perfect working conditions before the start of duty.
• Receive, process, record and pass all security related information to the duty officer
• Immediately report any incident/accident to the duty officer.
• Maintain a 24-hour radio and telephone communication within the Directorate of Security Services.
• Maintain an up-to-date all records at security control room.
• Keep a log for all communications and promptly dispatch messages.
• Keep all messages sent/received by all communications systems in place strictly confidential.
• Answer and dispatch incoming calls.
• Maintain all emergency contacts in duty stations.
• Act quickly in the event of an emergency and contact relevant authorities to contain and help solve critical incidents;
• Maintain inventory and be responsible for all radio room equipment.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualification and Experience:

• Minimum KCSE C – Minus or equivalent.
• Diploma in Criminology or in a Security related-related field from a recognized and accredited institution.
• Technical training in communication equipment.
• Minimum three (3) years’ cumulative work experience in security related field, of which two (2) years should in communications/radio operations and preferably in the disciplined forces/service, fire brigade or private security firms.
• Valid Police Clearance Certificate).
• Knowledge in Cyber Security.
• Computer literate.