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Security Officer
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Reports To: Deputy Secretary General – Corporate Services
Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 14th May 2025
Job Summary:
The Security Officer will oversee activities related to safeguarding KRCS properties, staff at headquarters, logistics centers, field operations teams, and collaborate with business entities’ security personnel to ensure a safe workplace.
Key Responsibilities:
- Security Strategy Implementation: Develop and execute security strategies aligned with KRCS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to meet operational priorities.
- Supervision of Security Personnel: Collaborate with Heads of Regions to oversee contracted security guards across various sites, including camps, hospitals, and program areas.
- Risk Assessment and Management: Conduct regular security risk assessments and implement mitigation measures to address identified risks.
- Incident Response and Investigation: Respond to security and safety incidents, conduct internal investigations, and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
- Training and Awareness: Facilitate security awareness activities, including briefings and training sessions for staff and volunteers.
- Liaison and Coordination: Collaborate with local law enforcement agencies and other non-governmental organizations on security matters.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain and regularly update security documents, and report on security situations to management.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Disaster Response Operations (DRO) and Kenya Red Cross Operations (KRO) Officers
- Outsourced Security Personnel
