Deadline of this Job: 25 January 2023
JOB DETAILS:JOB SUMMARY
The Safety and Security Supervisor shall be in- charge of the safety & security related to the development, implementation and monitoring of effective strategy to mitigate risks, maintain continuity of operations, and secure the safety and security of all employees. In addition, the Safety and Security supervisor will also provide technical assistance and guidance to Area Program based security staff in developing and maintain area programs’/offices context-specific risk assessment, security plans and guide on security awareness raising and training activities to be implemented by the Area Programs
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Analyze and appropriately disseminate relevant security information obtained from various sources or networks.
• Ensure there is a continuous context and humanitarian access assessment and analysis ensuring staff safety and security.
• Ensure that field work related practices are robust and that all staff are aware of, trained in, and adhere to safety and security guidelines and procedures.
• Ensure that Lutheran World Federation ( LWF) security protocols and systems reflect at all times the threats and risks identified through on-going security risk analysis and are nuanced to particular situations, events and geographical locations
• Ensure that LWF security framework is conducive to LWF programme implementation, duty of care and staff care, and staff care standards, including Occupational Safety and Health Requirement
• Implement the LWF security pack and quality assure implemented safety and security systems and advise on improvements.
• Train and make LWF staff aware of security environment, procedures and rules with briefings, awareness sessions and simulation exercises, and as SFP guide other SSOs to do the same.
• Produce assessments, projections and analyses related to power and stakeholder structures, conflict dynamics and important social, economic and political developments.
• Work closely with Area Managers and Area Program Security Focal Persons to ensure all incidents and accidents are followed up, compiled and analysed in line with LWF guidelines.
• Provide guidance and assistance to the Critical Incident Team led by the Country Representative.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Diploma in criminology/Security Studies/Disaster Risk Management
• A Bachelor’s degree in criminology will be an added advantage
• Hostile Environment Awareness Training or similar ( renewable every 5 years)
• At least 3 years of progressive working experience in security setting;
• Experience in Armed Forces and working with INGO or international organization will be an added advantage
• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili language both written and spoken
COMPETENCIES
• Good customer care
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
A person of high integrity that will model LWF/WS Kenya Somali Program core values:
• Dignity and justice
• Compassion and commitment
• Respect for diversity
• Inclusion and participation
• Transparency and accountability
Deadline of this Job: 31 January 2023
JOB DETAILS:Main purpose of job:
To support the Post Security Manager (PSM) and Regional Overseas Security Manager (ROSM) in the delivery of effective safety and security measures at the British High Commission Nairobi and UK based staff residences; appropriately mitigating and managing risk whilst ensuring the safety of staff and assets under normal working conditions, whilst preparing for times of crisis.
Roles and responsibilities
Operational Security
• Lead on the day-to-day monitoring/direct supervision of the General Service Unit (GSU) and Diplomatic Police at the High Commission and other British diplomatic premises acting as the main point of contact with local police, law enforcement agencies and other relevant partners.
• Lead on security clearances for Country Based Staff including updating electronic records on Microsoft Teams 360.
• Responsible for collection of open source information and its subsequent collation and analysis for the development of a common operating picture of the Kenyan security environment assisted by an external Intelligence source.
• Assist with completion of travel risk assessments, recces and briefings for travellers to areas where the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all but essential travel within Kenya.
• Engage effectively (clearly, concisely and empathetically) with both internal and external customers when performing tasks and incident investigations.
• Update/revise security induction briefings and carry out induction training for all new Country Based staff in absences of the Post Security Manager (PSM).
• Enrol new staff on to the security software platforms and regularly review the online database to ensure it is up to date.
• Maintain an accurate electronic inventory of security equipment using Microsoft Excel; whilst issuing and receiving equipment to partners/ stakeholders; and regularly testing satellite, tracking and emergency radio systems.
• Carry out security requirements and role as specified in the Crisis Management plan.
• Prepare and submit weekly mobile money payments for GSU and assist in preparation of purchase orders (P.Os) and receipting P.Os.
• Covers for the security office manager in their absence.
Physical Security
• Complete security assessments on High Commission, hotels, venues and properties as required.
• Support the PSM and ROSM in the consideration, planning, implementation and operation of physical security measures at the High Commission, overseeing these measures at the mission and UK based properties and managing day-to-day issues as they arise.
• Assist in preparation and coordination of security for High Commission events and VIP visits.
• Support Corporate Service team by ensuring all physical security installations are compliant with Property Compliance Regulations on an electronic database.
• Carry out any other duty assigned by PSM or ROSM
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
• Strong customer service/engagement skills.
• Excellent, clear oral and written communication skills.
• Experience of collection and analysis of information, and report writing
• Extensive IT experience, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and online software applications.
• A high level of cultural awareness and respect for diversity.
• Procurement and expense reconciliation experience.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
• Recent work experience as an Operational Kenyan Police Officer.
• Conversational swahili
• Understanding of the security environment in Kenya
• Training Delivery experience
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work without supervision
• Ability to maintain professional and focused under pressure