Security Officer
2026-02-04T12:42:48+00:00
Jeremiah Nyagah National Polytechnic
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FULL_TIME
Education, and Training
Protective Services
2026-02-18T17:00:00+00:00
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Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview),
Science, technology and innovation Is a vital tool for socio economic development of any country state or region. Many session papers have highlighted the need for science and technology as critical ingredients in the development agenda of our country. In both Sessional Paper No.10 of 1965 and Sessional Paper No.1 of 1986, Research, Science and Technology we...
Responsibilities or duties,
Duties and Responsibilities:-
- Guarding institutional premises, property, equipment, and installations against loss, damage, theft, or unauthorized access;
- Controlling entry and exit of persons and vehicles into and out of the institution in accordance with laid-down security procedures;
- Conducting routine patrols within the institution to maintain security and detect any security breaches or suspicious activities;
- Maintaining security occurrence books and preparing accurate incident reports;
- Enforcing compliance with institutional security rules, regulations, and safety procedures;
- Responding promptly to security incidents and emergencies in line with established procedures;
- Assisting during emergencies including fire outbreaks, accidents, and evacuations;
- Liaising with law enforcement and other security agencies when required; and
- Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
- Any other duty that may be assigned to you from time to time.
Academic, Professional and experience Requirements:-
- A Diploma in Security Management, Criminology, Forensic Studies, Disaster Management, or a related field from a recognized institution..
- Formal training in security operations, intelligence, or investigations from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
- Proven experience in:
- Access control and perimeter security
- Supervision and deployment of security staff
- Liaison with police and other security agencies
- Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
- Ability to prepare incident, intelligence, and security risk assessment reports.
- Good command of written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
- Demonstrated leadership, integrity, and decision-making skills.
Legal & Integrity Requirements
- No criminal record or pending criminal cases.
- Previous service in the disciplined forces or a public sector security unit.
- Training in firefighting, first aid, CCTV operations, or crowd control.
- Computer literacy and ability to use basic security and reporting systems.
Experience needed,
At least Three (3) years’ relevant experience in security services, with not less than One (1) year in a supervisory role, preferably in a public institution or TVET environment.
- Guarding institutional premises, property, equipment, and installations against loss, damage, theft, or unauthorized access;
- Controlling entry and exit of persons and vehicles into and out of the institution in accordance with laid-down security procedures;
- Conducting routine patrols within the institution to maintain security and detect any security breaches or suspicious activities;
- Maintaining security occurrence books and preparing accurate incident reports;
- Enforcing compliance with institutional security rules, regulations, and safety procedures;
- Responding promptly to security incidents and emergencies in line with established procedures;
- Assisting during emergencies including fire outbreaks, accidents, and evacuations;
- Liaising with law enforcement and other security agencies when required; and
- Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
- Any other duty that may be assigned to you from time to time.
- Access control and perimeter security
- Supervision and deployment of security staff
- Liaison with police and other security agencies
- Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
- Ability to prepare incident, intelligence, and security risk assessment reports.
- Good command of written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
- Demonstrated leadership, integrity, and decision-making skills.
- Computer literacy and ability to use basic security and reporting systems.
- A Diploma in Security Management, Criminology, Forensic Studies, Disaster Management, or a related field from a recognized institution.
- Formal training in security operations, intelligence, or investigations from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
- No criminal record or pending criminal cases.
- Previous service in the disciplined forces or a public sector security unit.
- Training in firefighting, first aid, CCTV operations, or crowd control.
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Vacancy title:
Security Officer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Protective Services]
Jobs at:
Jeremiah Nyagah National Polytechnic
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, February 18 2026
Duty Station:
Embu | Embu
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 4 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview),
Science, technology and innovation Is a vital tool for socio economic development of any country state or region. Many session papers have highlighted the need for science and technology as critical ingredients in the development agenda of our country. In both Sessional Paper No.10 of 1965 and Sessional Paper No.1 of 1986, Research, Science and Technology we...
Responsibilities or duties,
Duties and Responsibilities:-
- Guarding institutional premises, property, equipment, and installations against loss, damage, theft, or unauthorized access;
- Controlling entry and exit of persons and vehicles into and out of the institution in accordance with laid-down security procedures;
- Conducting routine patrols within the institution to maintain security and detect any security breaches or suspicious activities;
- Maintaining security occurrence books and preparing accurate incident reports;
- Enforcing compliance with institutional security rules, regulations, and safety procedures;
- Responding promptly to security incidents and emergencies in line with established procedures;
- Assisting during emergencies including fire outbreaks, accidents, and evacuations;
- Liaising with law enforcement and other security agencies when required; and
- Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
- Any other duty that may be assigned to you from time to time.
Academic, Professional and experience Requirements:-
- A Diploma in Security Management, Criminology, Forensic Studies, Disaster Management, or a related field from a recognized institution..
- Formal training in security operations, intelligence, or investigations from a recognized institution is an added advantage.
- Proven experience in:
- Access control and perimeter security
- Supervision and deployment of security staff
- Liaison with police and other security agencies
- Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
- Ability to prepare incident, intelligence, and security risk assessment reports.
- Good command of written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
- Demonstrated leadership, integrity, and decision-making skills.
Legal & Integrity Requirements
- No criminal record or pending criminal cases.
- Previous service in the disciplined forces or a public sector security unit.
- Training in firefighting, first aid, CCTV operations, or crowd control.
- Computer literacy and ability to use basic security and reporting systems.
Experience needed,
At least Three (3) years’ relevant experience in security services, with not less than One (1) year in a supervisory role, preferably in a public institution or TVET environment.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: associate degree
Job application procedure
Hard copies of the application letter, Application Form, CV, Professional Certificates and other testimonials should be sent or handed delivered to the Institute on or before Friday 18th February, 2026 by 5:00 pm and addressed to:
The Chief Principal/Council Secretary
Jeremiah Nyaga National Polytechnic
PO BOX 1264 – 60100
EMBU
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