Vacancy title:
Senior Security Officer (Investigations)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Protective Services]

Jobs at:
Kenyatta University

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, June 13 2025

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 3 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and undertake office and field-based investigations into allegations of violations of policies, procedures, standards, guidelines, and applicable rules and regulations in the University.
• Coordinate preparation and/or prepare comprehensive reports and ad hoc briefs pertaining to investigations and, based on analysis and findings, make solid recommendations for corrective actions, improved controls and efficiency of security operations.
• Supervise other security officers in Investigation Section in the preparation of security reports in order to ensure accuracy in investigations, documentation and reporting of security matters in the university.
• Manage the work-flow of cases assigned to the Investigation Officers.
• Provide advice on and promote best practices with respect to investigations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of Investigators’ trainings.
• Gather and analyze intelligence to develop preventive strategies that enhance the security of the University's assets and operations.
• Assist in developing and delivering security training programs and sensitization initiatives to promote compliance with security standards and policies.
• Participate in planning and coordinating responses to security incidents, investigating violations and contributing to disciplinary or legal actions as necessary.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of security incidents and trends, generating reports for management decision-making and action.
• Mentor, coach and develop security staff to enhance their skills and performance.
• Investigate and document security breaches and incidents.
• Liaise with law enforcement stakeholders when needed.
• Perform any other relevant duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Director of Security Services from time to time.

Qualification and Experience:

• Degree in Criminology or a Security-related field from recognized and accredited institution.
• KCSE C+ Plus or equivalent
• Minimum six (6) years cumulative relevant work experience.
• Certificate of clean record of discharge from any of the disciplined forces Sergeant/Inspector/Warrant Officer in Police Service/Kenya Defense Forces.
• Valid Police Clearance Certificate.
• Proficiency in Crime/Investigation Management.
• Knowledge in Cyber Security.
• Computer literate.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 72

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

TERMS OF SERVICE:

• The terms of service include Basic salary, house allowance, commuting allowance and medical insurance/cover
• Applicants should provide full details of educational and professional qualification, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.
• Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in area of specialization.

 Applicants and Referees should write directly to:

 Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration & Finance)

Kenyatta University

P.O. BOX 43844 – 00100

NAIROBI

 Applications and letters from the referees should be received not later than, 13th June, 2024

 Kenyatta University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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