County Government of Vihiga Chief Security Officer Jobs

County Government of Vihiga Chief Security Officer Jobs

Vihiga County Public Service Board is a Body corporate established under section 57 of the County Government Act 2012 pursuant to Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Section 59 of the County Government Act 2012 outlines the functions of the Board.

Pursuant to Constitution and Legal provisions Vihiga County Public Service Board invites applications from qualified persons for the following position:

Chief Security Officer

An officer at this level will report to Director Administration.

Duties and Responsibilities

In charge of Civilian Security Services in the County;

Carrying out supervision of in-house and contracted security services

Liaising with external security agencies for preventive action;

Assisting in investigations and prosecutions:

Developing and implementing security policies, regulations, rules, standards; norms, protocols
and procedures;

Designing and implementing new security measures;

Identifying and investigating security breaches and issues;

Coordination maintenance of security Surveillance, knowledge of CCTV Codes of Practice;
security systems, and access control;

Analyzing security operations to identify risks or opportunities for improvement;

Liaising with other operational areas in the County to ensure harmony and consistencies in
security requirements;

Conducting physical examinations of property to ensure compliance with security policies and
regulations;

Conducting security activities to safeguard County assets, properties, employees, clients and
guests;

Documenting security status /updates and submitting confidential reports on security issues;

Maintaining regularly contacts with state security agencies;

Maintaining records of acts of unlawful interference or crime for possible prosecution or other reference;

Providing regular security briefs to the County Management and staff;

Disposing of and accounting for lost and found properties;

Maintaining crime and incidents records and charts; and

Coordination security documents such as passes and registers.

Requirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan Citizen;

Have vast knowledge and relevant work experience of 8 years’ in the relevant
field,3 years of which should have served as a Senior Security Officer or in a comparable
position either in the Public Service or Private Sector;

Bachelor degree in Criminology & Security Studies or its equivalent qualification from

a
recognized institution.

Six (6) weeks approved security course from the Kenya Police Service or the Armed Forces at
the rank of Inspector/Lieutenant and above;

Leadership/Management course lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution;

Clean certificate of discharge and a valid First Aid Certificate from a recognized institution; Physically, mentally and medically fit;

Fulfilled all the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;

Proven communication and proficiency in computer applications;

Demonstrate thorough understanding of County development objectives of vision 2030;

Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity;

Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the National, Values and Principles of
Governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010; and

Demonstrated high degree of professional competence and management capability

How to Apply

Interested applicants should download the respective job application forms from the county’s
official website

Fill and submit one hard copy for the best vacancy of interest in a sealed envelope to the office of the Secretary/CEO of the County Public Service Board.Remember to indicate the position
applied on top of the envelope and drop it in the Governor’s Building,Ground Floor Room 03.
Deadline for the applications is 31st January,2019 by 5.00pm.

The Secretary/ceo,
County Public Service Board,
P.o. Box 880-50300,
Maragoli.

County Government of Vihiga is an equal opportunity employer. Canvassing,giving or
accepting bribes will lead to automatic disqualification and prosecution. Only shortlisted
Candidates will be notified.

For more information and job application details, see; County Government of Vihiga Chief Security Officer Jobs

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