Overview

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education. The University is a member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa as well as the Association of Commonwealth Universities. MKU is largely known for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system as well as linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from the main campus in Thika with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.

In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the fill the position of INTERNAL SECURITY SUPERVISOR (ONE POSITION).

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

 Must have:

• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Security Studies or a relevant field.
• Must have at least three (3) years of experience as a security officer or a comparable position
• Must be computer literate.

                         OR

• Must have worked with any of the disciplined forces of Kenya or any other reputable security firm
• Must possess a clean discharge certificate
• Must possess a certificate of good conduct
• Must possess first aid certificate
• Must possess fire-fighting certificate
• Must be computer literate.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Centre Coordinator

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating all the outsourced security services and internal security operations.
• Assist in handling staff security cases and administrative issues.
• Handle general correspondences for security in Liaison with Chief Security Officer.
• Compile monthly security surveys and crime analysis for the chief Security Officer.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Requirements

Candidates who meet the requirments should apply through the recruitment portal, and indicate their salary expectations in their attached cover letter.

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