Senior Administration Officer/Security at Communications Authority of Kenya

The Communications Authority of Kenya is the regulatory authority for the communications sector in Kenya. Established in 1999 by the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998, the Authority is responsible for facilitating the development of the Information and Communications sectors including; broadcasting, multimedia, telecommunications, electronic ...

 

Senior Administration Officer/Security

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience6 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial 

Brief Description        
Detailed Description        

An officer at this level will work with the guidance of a Principal Officer Security. The duties and responsibilities for this position shall entail: -

  • Attending the Authority’s Security Team meetings, the Sub-County Security Committee and other local Security Committee meetings on absence of the Principal Officer, where the Authority has vital installations,
  • Support Supervision of Control room Officers and Contractual Security staff,
  • Providing support in carrying out tests to ensure optimal security measures are in place.  This includes conducting security sweeps, penetration tests, intruder detection and alarm response tests, security surveys and internal security audits,
  • Preparing draft requisitions for provision of security escort services: This may involve liaison with the Kenya Police,
  • Receiving morning call-ups and Situation Reports on daily basis and as when required.
  • Executing periodic inspection of existing security equipment in all facilities,
  • Collecting and collate information on security threats and matters and share with Manager Security,
  • Inspecting and ascertain that the Fire Marshals daily logs are properly updated,
  • Inspecting and sign on daily basis, both Supervisor’s Handing over/Taking book and the Occurrence Book at the Main Gate and Control room respectively,
  • Supporting the Authority’s Staff through liaising with law enforcement agencies, on resolution of matters that require such intervention,
  • Assisting in preparation of Health & Safety reports,
  • Supporting the enforcement of health and safety procedures by all staff including fire drills,
  • Ensuring the Fire Exit Routes are clean and usable to enforce safe working practices amongst the employees and contractors within the Authority’s premises,
  • Supporting the implementation and compliance to the Authority’s fire and safety policies,
  • Performing Secretariat duties in HSE and Fire Marshals Committees.

 Job Requirements        

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science/Governance or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution,
  • Attained  at least (6) years’ relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Administration Officer I or in a comparable position,
  • Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable,
  • Certificate in Computer Applications,
  • Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results,
  • Fulfilled  the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Additional Details        

  • General knowledge of Kenyan Laws,
  • Government Regulations pertaining to law enforcement,
  • Strong communication and reporting skills,
  • Interpersonal and negotiation skills,
  • Team player and Integrity.

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications, including a Cover letter, detailed CV, and contact information for three professional references via the link: https://careers.ca.go.ke/OA_HTML/IrcVisitor.jsp on or before 22nd December 2025 at 5.00 P.M, East Africa Time (EAT).
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for interviews.

All applications must be address to;

Director General
Communications Authority of Kenya
P.O. Box 14448
Nairobi 00800

The Authority is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified Kenyans including persons living with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Canvassing in any form or failure to attach any of the stipulated documents shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Interested and qualified? Go to Communications Authority of Kenya on careers.ca.go.ke to apply

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