SENIOR SECURITY OFFICER
Job Ref: HR: KP1/5B.2/1/3/1153
Reporting to Chief
Security Officer, the Senior Security Officer will ensure provision and
management of security services as per approved standards.
The keys tasks of the
position are as indicated hereunder:
- Interpreting
and implementing policies, standards norms and procedures pertaining to
the security function;
- As
member of the security team, participating in implementation of security
measures.
- Carrying
out prevention and investigation of fraud and theft cases as per laid down
procedures;
- Conducting
investigations on criminal cases and presenting them to police for
appropriate action;
- Participating
in implementation of safety and security measures and regulations by
employees and customers;
- Safeguarding
security of the Company assets against theft, pilferage, damage, misuse or
sabotage;
- Participating
in conducting investigations of Motor-vehicle accidents and recommending
ways of reducing them;
- Liaising
with law enforcement agencies to ensure effective execution of Security
functions;
- Supervising
contracted guards manning Company installations and premises; Ensuring
effective utilization of resources assigned;
- Preparing,
implementing and controlling the Security budget;
- Representing
the company in the external investigation on matters of security in the
Company as necessary;
- Holding
meetings with internal/external customers on matters of general security;
- Ensuring
Security Operations are consistent with the corporate objectives;
Preparing timely and accurate reports;
Appointment Requirements
- Bachelor’s
Degree from recognized institution
- Diploma
on security/Forensic Science or related field Computer Literacy
- 7
years relevant working experience or a Security officer 2 of which must
have been at management level
Key Competencies
- Communication
& Negotiation Skills Attention to details
- Drive
for results and achievement Analytical skills
How to Apply
Interested persons should
submit their applications online through visiting Kenya Power website on http://www.kplc.co.ke. Attach detailed
Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates and other
testimonials. Please note that we may use this information to conduct
background verification during the recruitment process. Quote the title of the
position you are applying for and include your mobile telephone contact, email
addresses and names and addresses of three (3) referees to be received not
later than Tuesday, 24th January 2023.
Successful candidates will
submit the following clearance certificates during the recruitment process:
Valid Certificate of Good
Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
Valid Clearance
Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Valid Tax Compliance
Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
Current Clearance from the
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC); Current Report from an approved
Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
Kenya Power is an Equal
Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and gender equality.
Canvassing will lead to
automatic disqualification.
Kenya Power does not
charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, shortlisting,
interviewing, and/or offer)
