Job Description

KMFRI is recruiting one Senior Security Officer at KMFRI Grade 6. The role oversees security strategies, assets, operations, emergency planning, and security-related advice to management.

What you'll do

• Develop and implement security strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Liaise with security agencies to protect assets and operations.
• Coordinate emergency procedures and contingency planning.
• Verify staff, visitor, and contractor identification and credentials.
• Issue visitor passes and maintain visitor logs.
• Conduct premises patrols and monitor CCTV and alarm systems.
• Respond to alarms, emergencies, and incidents.
• Oversee security surveys, inspections, and breach investigations.
• Maintain crime and incident records.
• Advise management on security matters affecting operations.

What you'll bring

• Six years’ relevant experience as Security Officer I or comparable.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in a listed security-related field, or comparable disciplined-service experience.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Organizational skills, Good Communication skills, Integrity, and Interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated results in work performance.

What you'll be offered

• 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

Key skills: 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, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)