Chief Security Officer at Multimedia University of Kenya

Multimedia University of Kenya (MMU) is a chartered public university established by the Kenyan Government under the Universities Act No. 42 of 2012 and the Multimedia University of Kenya Charter 2013. ACADEMIC PROFILE Campuses MMU’s Main Campus is situated on a 115 hectares piece of land in a serene environment 25 Kilometres south of Nairobi alo...

 

Chief Security Officer

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience10 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldSecurity / Intelligence 

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensure development, review, and implementation of security policies to ensure the safety of staff, students, and physical assets at all times.
  • Ensure development of work plans for an efficient and effective security system.
  • Ensure development of a security financial budget to allocate proper funds for security requirements.
  • Ensure security operations in collaboration with public law enforcement agencies to enhance security and leverage their expertise.
  • Oversee security services offered by contracted security service providers to ensure quality service delivery.
  • Ensure that the University’s assets are secured for general security administration.
  • Ensure compliance with security statutory regulations and requirements to facilitate smooth university operations.
  • Coordinate security emergency management and contingency procedures to ensure preparedness and response to disasters.
  • Provide emergency management and contingency procedures to safeguard institution assets, employees, guests, and others on company property.
  • Identify, investigate, and resolve security breaches to protect institutional assets, employees, guests, and others on company property.
  • Stay updated on emerging security challenges and devise appropriate interventions to maintain security at all times.
  • Coordinate specifications for security contracts to ensure high-quality security service delivery.
  • Coordinate and oversee the implementation of physical protection systems (PPS) to secure and safeguard university assets and property.
  • Prepare security reports for decision-making, evidential, and record-keeping purposes.
  • Conduct security risk analysis and identify risks to develop effective mitigation measures.

Requirements for Appointment

  • Master’s degree in Criminology/Security Studies or its equivalent from a recognized institution, or
  • Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Basic Security Course, or equivalent from a recognized institution, with 10 years of service in the police service or equivalent.
  • Must have served for 3 years in the police service at the rank of Chief Inspector of Police or an equivalent rank in other uniformed security forces.
  • Served in the grade of Deputy Chief Security Officer (Grade MNT 11) or equivalent for a minimum period of three (3) years.
  • Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police.
  • A valid Basic First Aid Certificate with proven experience in first aid.
  • Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.
  • Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Method of Application

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

The above positions carry remuneration packages which include among others, basic salary, medical cover, house, transport and leave allowances.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested applicants should submit ten (10) copies of their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, e-mail address, telephone contacts, postal address, current post, copy of current pay slip, verified copies of academic, professional certificates and testimonials. They should provide clearance certificates from the following organizations

  • HELB
  • EACC
  • Kenya Revenue Authority
  • Certificate of Good Conduct.
  • They should also provide three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about their competence and areas of specialization, one of who must be a recent/lastemployer. The referees should submit their confidential reports in sealed envelopes to the address below.
  • Applicants should fill the summary sheet attached in MS Word and send it to the following address: dvc_fa@mmu.ac.ke .
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NOTE

  • MMU is an equal opportunity employer thus, women, persons with disability and minority groups are encouraged to apply.
  • Applications quoting the respective reference numbers on the envelope, should reach the undersigned on or before 24th  March, 2025.

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