Principal Security Officer

About the role

The Principal Security Officer will lead and coordinate all security and safety functions at the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development, ensuring robust policies, risk management and emergency preparedness.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee security and safety matters, implementing and reviewing policies, procedures, standards and operational measures.
• Develop, implement and review the Institute’s security risk management framework, disaster management and emergency preparedness programmes, and annual security audit plans.
• Conduct periodic security reviews, inspections and audits to assess compliance, identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation measures.
• Coordinate security intelligence, investigations and incident management, liaising with relevant agencies and authorities.
• Develop measures to prevent unauthorised access and protect personnel, assets and facilities.
• Supervise and monitor contracted security officers, ensuring effective deployment, performance and compliance.
• Liaise with security agencies to facilitate training, capacity building and professional development.
• Prepare and submit periodic security reports, including quarterly updates and recommendations on emerging risks.
• Maintain accurate security records, incident reports, audit findings and related documentation.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the Institute’s mandate.