Entry Level

Security Officers

Nairobi

Overview

Posted 6 seconds ago
Specialism: Criminology/Security Studies / Forensic Science

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Vacancy Description

Entry Level
Nairobi
Posted 6 seconds ago

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) wishes to recruit results-oriented Kenyan citizens to fill vacant positions of Security Officers in Headquarters.

IPOA’s main function is to provide for civilian oversight over the work of the Police.

IPOA/HR/27/2026; SECURITY OFFICER II
JOB GRADE IPOA 9 (2 POSITIONS)
(CONSOLIDATED SALARY KSH. 90,000 – 130,000)

Grade IPOA 9
Directorate
Security Services
Department
Security
Section / Unit
Security
Reports to
Senior Assistant Director, Security

Job Purpose

This cadre is responsible for the management and coordination of all security operations in the Authority.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

An officer at this grade will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

Supporting in implementation of policies, strategies, guidelines, systems, plans, standards and procedures that impact on security services while ensuring compliance to applicable laws and regulations;
Coordinating outsourced security services;
Conducting internal Investigations;
Gathering intelligence to enhance security in the Authority;
Undertaking weapon handling and armed security operations;
Conducting surveillance and accessing control operations in the Authority;
Participating Security Risk Analysis (SRA) and surveys in the Authority;
Providing close protection and security escort services in the Authority
Providing security updates and advisories in the Authority;
Supporting in the implementation of capacity building programs on security matters in the Authority;
Implementing disaster management programs in the Authority;
Updating records in the department; and
Collecting and collating data for compiling internal and external reports in the department.

Knowledge, Experience and qualifications required

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology, Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, Security Management or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
proficiency in computer application.

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