1. MANAGER - CORPORATE PROTECTIVE SERVICES

Job Title: Manager - Corporate Protective Services (1 Post)

Job Reference Number: GDC/CS/HRM/CPS/01/2025

Terms of Employment: 5 Year Contract Renewable subject to Performance

Job Grade: GDC3

Department: Corporate Protective Services

Reporting to: General Manager - Corporate Services

a) Job Summary

The job holder is responsible for overall security within the company to mitigate physical and cyber security risks to the organization.

b) Job Specification

Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

i. Provide subject matter expertise, advice and solutions that mitigate physical and cyber security risks

ii. Provide Corporate Security Support Services as required including but not limited to prioritizing, developing and implementing Physical Security, Emergency Preparedness, Travel Safety Management, Investigations and Safety Strategies

iii. Assess and mitigate the potential threats faced by a company and regularly evaluate the risks and develop solutions to mitigate the threats

iv. Coordinate planning, designing, and installation of technical security systems including but not limited to monitoring and conducting surveillance on all GDC project areas, assets and offices

v. Perform investigations to identify and apprehend perpetrators of crimes such as theft, fraud, or computer hacking

vi. Oversee contracted security services and provide applicable training and sensitization initiatives on key security practices that are specific to the needs of the company

vii. Develop and maintain quality relationships with security service providers and take actions to ensure that the company’s needs are met through robust performance monitoring and evaluation of key deliverables by the service provider

viii. Develop and enforce safety and security policies, taking steps to ensure there is adequate communication concerning response to emergency situations

ix. Monitor and ensure full compliance with all applicable safety and security regulations

x. Develop strategies and put in place appropriate controls for all admissions within the GDC operational areas and offices

xi. Advising the MD and CEO on all matters security

xii. Ensuring protection of life and property within GDC precincts

xiii. Monitoring all alarm and surveillance systems and provide periodic reports on security matters

c) Person Specifications

i. A minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience, four (4) years must of which have been in a managerial role

ii. Bachelor’s degree in security management, Criminology, Social Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

iii. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Security Management,1 Criminology, Social Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

iv. Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks (cumulative)

v. Membership of relevant professional body

vi. Proficiency in Computer Applications

vii. Fulfilled the requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010

d) Key Competencies and Skills

i. Good Interpersonal skills

ii. Team player

iii. Good analytical skills

iv. Excellent communication skills

v. Critical thinking