Background

KMFRI was established to conduct research on aquatic systems covering both marine and freshwater. The Institute has grown from staff strength of two Research Scientists at inception to the current 122 scientists. KMFRI’s approved staff establishment stands at 1,350 employees. KMFRI infrastructure capacity has also expanded from two research stations bas...

Job description

Developing and ensuring implementation of security strategies, policies and procedures;

Liaising with security agencies to ensure security of assets and operations;

Participating in the coordination of emergency procedures and contingency planning;

Verifying identification and credentials of staff, visitors, and contractors;

Issuing visitor passes and maintaining visitor logs;

Conducting regular foot or vehicle patrols of premises (interior and exterior);

Monitoring CCTV and alarm systems for suspicious activities;

Inspecting doors, windows, gates, and other access points for signs of tampering;

Responding promptly to alarms, emergencies, and incidents (e.g., fire, theft, disturbances);

Enforcing access restrictions, parking rules, or building policies as applicable;

Providing directions and information to visitors, clients, or staff;

Escorting employees or visitors to and from parking lots or buildings when required;

Offering support during evacuations, drills, or emergency situations;

Monitoring high-value areas to deter theft or vandalism;

Preventing loss of company property through observation and intervention;

Overseeing security surveys and inspections;

Coordinating investigation of internal security breaches;

Maintaining records of crimes and incidents; and

Advising management on security-related matters affecting operations.

Person specification

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

Cumulative service period of six (6) years with relevant work experience at the position of Security Officer I or a comparable position;

Either a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology, Security Management, Police Science, Peace Building and Conflict Management, Risk and Disaster Management, Military Science, Criminal Justice, Security and Risk Management, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Business Administration (with a focus on Security or Risk Management), Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) or any other field related to security; or service at a comparable level in the Police Service, Military or related disciplined service with relevant qualifications;

Proficiency in computer applications; and

Demonstrated results in work performance.

Key competencies and skills

Organizational skills;

Good communication skills;

Integrity; and

Interpersonal skills.

Remuneration and benefits

Basic salary scale: KShs. 87,098 – KShs. 113,228 P.M.

House allowance: KShs. 35,000 P.M.

Commuter allowance: KShs. 9,000 P.M.

Annual leave allowance: KShs. 10,000 P.A.

Medical cover and other allowances: As provided by KMFRI

Notes

Successful candidates, in compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution, will be required to present originals of the following documents:

• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
• Clearance/Compliance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
• Clearance from a recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates during the interviews.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an oral and practical interview.

Any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Hard copy applications will not be accepted.

KMFRI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. Persons living with disability, women, youth and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply.

• Developing and ensuring implementation of security strategies, policies and procedures
• Liaising with security agencies to ensure security of assets and operations
• Participating in the coordination of emergency procedures and contingency planning
• Verifying identification and credentials of staff, visitors, and contractors
• Issuing visitor passes and maintaining visitor logs
• Conducting regular foot or vehicle patrols of premises (interior and exterior)
• Monitoring CCTV and alarm systems for suspicious activities
• Inspecting doors, windows, gates, and other access points for signs of tampering
• Responding promptly to alarms, emergencies, and incidents (e.g., fire, theft, disturbances)
• Enforcing access restrictions, parking rules, or building policies as applicable
• Providing directions and information to visitors, clients, or staff
• Escorting employees or visitors to and from parking lots or buildings when required
• Offering support during evacuations, drills, or emergency situations
• Monitoring high-value areas to deter theft or vandalism
• Preventing loss of company property through observation and intervention
• Overseeing security surveys and inspections
• Coordinating investigation of internal security breaches
• Maintaining records of crimes and incidents
• Advising management on security-related matters affecting operations

• Organizational skills
• Good communication skills
• Integrity
• Interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in computer applications

• Cumulative service period of six (6) years with relevant work experience at the position of Security Officer I or a comparable position
• Either a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology, Security Management, Police Science, Peace Building and Conflict Management, Risk and Disaster Management, Military Science, Criminal Justice, Security and Risk Management, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Business Administration (with a focus on Security or Risk Management), Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) or any other field related to security; or service at a comparable level in the Police Service, Military or related disciplined service with relevant qualifications
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Demonstrated results in work performance