Head of Security
(236-351K)
Head of
Investigations (236-351K)
The position reports to the Director/ Chief Executive
Officer.
Supervises: Security Staff.
Responsibilities
The Head of Security is responsible for the following: –
- Developing
and enforcing security policies, operating procedures, and standards;
- Overseeing
reviews on security matters as per the laid down standards, rules and
regulations;
- Managing
and evaluating the security procedures and disasters management
programmes;
- Coordinating
enforcement of security and safety procedures in IPOA;
- Overseeing
investigation of security incidences;
- Coordinating
the management of IPOA contracted security personnel;
- Coordinating
training and development of the IPOA security staff;
- Ensuring
that appropriate security measures and mechanisms are put in place to
guard against unauthorized access;
- Disarming
and taking custody of arms from complainants;
- Briefing
and debriefing staff before and after emergency operations;
- Gathering
intelligence and issuing security alerts/advisories to staff;
- Conducting
security risk analysis;
- Liaising
with law enforcement agencies, commissions and professional organizations
mandated to conduct investigations into incidents of fraud and other
irregularities; and
- Overseeing
supervision, staff development and performance appraisal.
- Any
other duties that may be assigned from time to time
Qualifications
For appointment at this grade, an officer must have: –
- Served
in the grade of Principal Security Officer, for a minimum period of three
(3) years or twelve (12) years in a comparable and relevant position in
the Public or Private Sector;
- Bachelor’s
degree in Criminology or any other related and equivalent qualification
from a recognized Institution;
- Master’s
degree in Criminology or any other related and equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution;
- Undergone
six (6) weeks approved security investigation course at Criminal
Investigation Department (CID) Training School or any other related and
equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
- Certificate
in either Corporate Governance or Strategic Leadership Development
Programme or equivalent qualification lasting not less than three (3)
weeks from a recognized institution;
- Registered
with a relevant Professional Body where applicable
- Ability
to use computer application;
- Demonstrated
integrity, professional competence and ability in planning and controlling
internal audit activities.
Required behavioral skills
- Integrity
- Professional
competence
- Objectivity
- Confidentiality
- Team
player
- Results
oriented, meet deadlines on assignments and juggle multiple Demands
Head of
Investigations (236-351K)
Responsibilities
Specific duties and responsibilities for the position of
Head, Investigations will entail:-
- Developing,
reviewing and implementing strategies, policies, plans, standards and
procedures as per the Authorities strategic plan and delivery and quality
assurance of investigations;
- Liaising
with the judicial agencies, victims, witnesses and other stake holders on
cases under investigations;
- Analysing
evidence and information on investigations and provide material facts for
completion of investigations in accordance with the Act, regulations and
policies;
- Enforcing
implementation of training manuals and materials for investigations;
- Coordinating
investigations teams and investigation activities;
- Providing
clear concise and accurate periodic reports;
- Providing
regular investigation reports and updates; prepare, monitor, report on the
Directorate’s annual work plan, budget and strategic plan; prepare
detailed periodic internal and statutory reports;
- Supporting
prosecution process in court;
- Identifying
and documenting gaps in operational processes and systems and recommending
corrective action;
- Reviewing
and auditing all complaints investigated;
- Overseeing
investigations of all cases referred to Internal Affairs Unit by the
Authority to ensure impartial and timely completion of the same;
- Supervising,
appraising, training and developing staff in the Department; and
- Leading
and conducting investigations into high priority, sensitive and complex
cases.
- Any
other duties that may be assigned from time to time
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
- Served
for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Principal
Investigations Officer or twelve (12) years in investigations or a
comparable and relevant position of which three (3) must have been in an
investigations management position including supervising teams, in an
investigation agency in the Public Service or Private Sector;
- A
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Forensic Science,
Criminal Justice, Criminology, Law, Social Sciences or equivalent
qualifications from a recognized institution; and
- A
Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Forensic Science,
Criminal Justice, Criminology, Law, Social Sciences or equivalent
qualifications from a recognized institution;
- Certificate
in either Corporate Governance or Strategic Leadership Development
Programme or equivalent qualification lasting not less than three (3)
weeks from a recognized institution;
- Registered
with a relevant Professional Body where applicable
- Must
have in-depth knowledge and technical expertise in criminal investigations
including criminal investigations in Kenya;
- Ability
to use computer application;
Required behavioural skills
- Candidates
must be a person of integrity, demonstrate professional competence,
excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player;
- Demonstrate
confidentiality, impartiality, discretion, tact and firm judgement;
- Passion
for criminal justice and police reform;
- Experience
in law enforcement;
- Strong
analytical skills and critical thinker;
- Results
oriented, meet deadlines on assignments and juggle multiple demands
All applicants MUST attach IPOA Employment Application Form
(available at: https://portal.ipoa.go.ke/careers/) and valid 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)
How to apply
Interested persons who meet the requirements should submit
their application through Post Office, email, online or by hand delivery,
clearly indicating the position and job reference number, on both the cover
letter, envelope and email applications, together with a detailed CV, copies of
academic certificates, national identity card, names and telephone contacts of
three referees, so as to reach the Authority by Tuesday, 17th December, 2019
to:
Director/Chief Executive Officer,
Independent Policing Oversight Authority,
1st Ngong Avenue, ACK Garden Annex, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 23035 – 00100, NAIROBI.
Email: recruitment12@ipoa.go.ke
Online application portal: https://portal.ipoa.go.ke/careers/