Chief Security Officer, Regions – MG 06 at Kenya Power

Job Ref. HR: KP1/5B.2/1/3/1559

This position will be reporting to the respective Regional Manager. The key duties and responsibilities will include

• Overseeing implementation of security measures and regulations by employees and customers in the Region.
• Safeguarding security of Company assets against theft, pilferage, damage, misuse or sabotage.
• Liaising with law enforcement agencies to ensure effective execution of security services
• Sensitizing internal and external customers on matters of general security, crime prevention and fraud control.
• Supervising contracted and seconded security personnel to ensure value for money.
• Undertaking security intelligence surveys and recommending necessary interventions.
• Undertaking investigations of motor accidents involving Company vehicles and taking the necessary actions.
• Evaluating changes to the regional security environment for impact and presenting findings to regional management.
• Carrying out risk assessments and making recommendations to management.
• Coordinating investigations on all acts of crime or any losses incurred against the Company and taking necessary action.
• Implementing strategies on business continuity planning, privacy, loss prevention and fraud prevention.
• Overseeing and coordinating security efforts across the region including information technology, human resources, communications and facilities management.

Appointment Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree Security Management or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
• Diploma in Criminology/Forensic Science or related field Military/Police Training Nine (9) years relevant work experience in security function; three (3) of which should be in a Supervisory level or Minimum of nine (9) years in the discipline forces as a Commissioned Officer (military Officers) Or Gazetted Officer (police services), preferably three (3) years’ experience in investigations either in the military police, military intelligence or the directorate of criminal investigations with a clean record of discharge from any of the disciplined forces.
• Thorough understanding of Company business
• Strong Communication & Negotiation Skills
• Attention to details
• Problem Solving skills
• Creativity and innovation
• High levels of Integrity and Ethics
• Drive for results and achievement
• Commitment to Company Vision and Values