Assistant Security Officer I – Grade Eight (Security Services)

About the role

Maseno University is hiring a full-time Assistant Security Officer I (Grade Eight) in its Security Services unit, based in Kisumu. The post oversees security and safety operations across the assigned campus, including event security management and special assignments.

Key responsibilities

• Implement the University's security plan by enforcing established security measures and procedures.
• Manage access control systems, including searching, vetting visitors and issuing gatepasses for persons and vehicles.
• Document all incidents accurately and on time, and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports on security threats affecting university assets and infrastructure.
• Conduct internal security investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate CCTV surveillance and campus inspections for effective monitoring and timely threat detection.
• Supervise, coach and mentor outsourced security personnel to ensure compliance with contracts and vigilance.
• Oversee guard management, including deployment, performance evaluation, discipline and adherence to security policies.
• Carry out regular security and safety audits and give recommendations to the Head of Department.
• Maintain liaison with law enforcement agencies and security stakeholders.
• Gather, analyse and share intelligence on potential security threats with relevant authorities.
• Run security and safety awareness programmes for staff and students.
• Coordinate and oversee emergency evacuation procedures.