Background

Maseno University is a university based in Maseno, near Kisumu, Kenya, founded in 1991. It is one of seven public universities in Kenya.

Responsibilities

Oversee security and safety operations across the assigned campus, including event security management and special assignments; Implement the University’s security plan by enforcing established security measures and procedures; Manage access control systems, including conducting searches, vetting visitors, and issuing gate passes for persons and vehicles; Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all incidents and prepare comprehensive reports; Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports on security threats affecting University assets and infrastructure; Conduct internal security investigations to address incidents and recommend corrective actions; Coordinate CCTV surveillance and campus inspections to maintain effective monitoring and timely threat detection; Supervise, coach, and mentor outsourced security personnel to ensure compliance with contracts, vigilance, and effective performance; Conduct regular security and safety audits and provide actionable recommendations to the Head of Department; Oversee guard management, including deployment, performance evaluation, discipline, and adherence to University security policies and standards; Maintain liaison with law enforcement agencies and security stakeholders to enhance campus security measures; Gather, analyze, and disseminate intelligence on potential security threats to relevant authorities; Conduct security and safety awareness programs for staff and students within the campus; and Coordinate and oversee emergency evacuation procedures to ensure preparedness and safety in case of crises.

Qualifications and Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology, Forensic Investigation, Security Management or relevant field from a recognized and accredited university; Military or paramilitary training as a Non-Commissioned officer; Basic investigation courses from a recognized institution with knowledge on Information Security and CCTV Forensics; Certified first aider and fire-fighter; Proficiency in relevant computer applications; Certificate of good conduct from the Kenya Police; Certificate of Good Conduct (DCI Police Clearance Certificate); Have a certificate of honorable discharge (where applicable); Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality.

Experience

At least Six (6) years of relevant cumulative work experience, Three (3) of which should be at the level of Assistant Security Officer II in university set-up or equivalent position in a comparable organization.

Additional Notes

Experience in a University or Educational Institution setup, specifically in a security role, is an added advantage.

• Oversee security and safety operations across the assigned campus, including event security management and special assignments;
• Implement the University’s security plan by enforcing established security measures and procedures;
• Manage access control systems, including conducting searches, vetting visitors, and issuing gate passes for persons and vehicles;
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all incidents and prepare comprehensive reports;
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports on security threats affecting University assets and infrastructure;
• Conduct internal security investigations to address incidents and recommend corrective actions;
• Coordinate CCTV surveillance and campus inspections to maintain effective monitoring and timely threat detection;
• Supervise, coach, and mentor outsourced security personnel to ensure compliance with contracts, vigilance, and effective performance;
• Conduct regular security and safety audits and provide actionable recommendations to the Head of Department;
• Oversee guard management, including deployment, performance evaluation, discipline, and adherence to University security policies and standards;
• Maintain liaison with law enforcement agencies and security stakeholders to enhance campus security measures;
• Gather, analyze, and disseminate intelligence on potential security threats to relevant authorities;
• Conduct security and safety awareness programs for staff and students within the campus;
• Coordinate and oversee emergency evacuation procedures to ensure preparedness and safety in case of crises.

• Proficiency in relevant computer applications
• Knowledge on Information Security and CCTV Forensics
• Certified first aider and fire-fighter
• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology, Forensic Investigation, Security Management or relevant field from a recognized and accredited university
• Military or paramilitary training as a Non-Commissioned officer
• Basic investigation courses from a recognized institution
• Certified first aider and fire-fighter
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications
• Certificate of good conduct from the Kenya Police
• Certificate of Good Conduct (DCI Police Clearance Certificate)
• Certificate of honorable discharge (where applicable)