Chief Security Officer job at East African Portland Cement Plc

JOB DETAILS:

Reporting directly to the Head of Human Resource & Administration, the Chief Security Officer will provide security leadership and direction to the Company through effective organization, administration and operation of the security function.

Specific responsibilities will include:-
• Developing and implementing security policy, strategy and guidelines in consistency with best global practices.
• Identifying all security risk areas and developing appropriate operational methods to mitigate the security risks.
• Carrying out security audits and surveys, reviewing security processes, procedures, contingency plans and controls in compliance with the set security standards.
• Managing the incident reporting process to track trends and develop effective responses.
• Assisting in the selection and management of third party security providers through clear and measurable Service Level Agreements.
• Ensuring proper administration of the section’s personnel and outsourced services with the aim of managing costs within the approved budget.
• Providing guidance in high level investigations for all reported cases against Company employees and property.
• Liaising with relevant government departments, police, local administrators and neighborhood security institutions in handling security issues within the Company.
• Developing, implementing and supervising security emergency action plans.
• Providing one stop solutions on security matters that the Company faces from time to time.

Person specifications
Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications:
• Holder of a Business Degree /Degree in Security Management or equivalent professional training and Certification.
• Demonstrate experience in successful security response process.
• Thorough knowledge in criminal investigations and prosecution procedures.
• At least 10 years relevant working experience in the disciplined forces and 6 years in a senior decision making position preferably in the ranks of a Major or Senior Superintendent of police or above.
• Demonstrate working experience with electronic alarms, access control systems, CCTV and other technology based security systems
• Demonstrate capability of commanding a contracted or in house guard force
• Previous clean record in the disciplined services
• Must be medically and physically fit with no criminal record and with a valid Certificate of Good Conduct
• Competence in driving (BCE), riding, dog handling, computer knowledge and unarmed combat skills
• Good communication and leadership skills
• Unquestionable character and integrity.
• Good team player, self-motivated, creative, innovative and focused

Terms of Service and Remuneration
The appointment is for a three (3) years contract period which is renewable subject to satisfactory performance and delivery of set performance targets.



JOB DETAILS:

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the ICT Manager will be responsible for providing strategic leadership in the design, development, implementation and maintenance of information and communication systems required to assist the business meet its objectives.

Specific responsibilities will include:-
• Build, lead and motivate a competent ICT Department.
• Source and manage external ICT service providers to sustainably support the delivery of services to the business
• Develop ICT budget, monitor and control departmental expenditure to ensure spending within budget and value for money.
• Any other responsibilities that may be assigned to the jobholder by Management from time to time.

Person specifications
Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications:
• Holder of Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or any other IT related degree.
• Holder of a Diploma in systems design.
• Holder of Project Management Certification^ PMP or Prince II]
• Holder of Professional
• Certifications of MCSE, CCNP.CERT.CISA.CISM.CISSP or any other Certification)
• Holder of ICT Service Management Certification
• A Master’s in Business Administration will be an added advantage.
• At least eight (8) years’ relevant working experience in a busy ICT department preferably in a manufacturing Company three (3) of which should be in a Senior Management position.
• Experience in information system implementation preferably an ERP system.
• Ability to oversee budgeting and planning for the department.
• Ability to lead, influence and drive change initiatives in support of business strategies within the department and the Company
• Ability to communicate effectively, prepare and present Management reports.
• Strong human relations and interpersonal skills.
• Unquestionable character and integrity.



Job application procedure

Interested persons who feel they meet the relevant criteria are requested to submit applications, a summary profile, a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates/testimonials. The CV must at the minimum provide details of current employer, current remuneration and names and contacts of three (3) referees familiar with the applicant’s professional and work record.

Applications by EMAIL ONLY to be sent to:
Managing Director,
East African Portland Cement Plc,
P.O. Box 20 – 00204,
Athi River, Kenya.
Email: careers@eapcc.co.ke

Applications should be received by close of business 8th November , 2022