University of Nairobi Security Officers and Security Guards Jobs in Kenya

University of Nairobi

Applicants are invited for the following positions:-

Deputy Chief Security Officer 1, Security Department

Applicants should be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field, be proficient in both English and Kiswahili.They must have at least three (3) years’ experience as Chief Inspector of Police (General Duty) in the National Police Service and must have demonstrated high level of integrity and professional competence and be able to supervise junior staff and carry out routine Security investigation work. Those currently not in the UoN service should have a Certificate of Good Conduct. 
They must possess relevant computer skills, possess good communication and interpersonal skills and be physically and medically fit. Candidates with a Master’s degree in relevant field will have an added advantage. Female trained Officers are strongly encouraged to apply.

Deputy Chief Security Officer, Security Department

Applicants should be holders of a first Degree in relevant area, be proficient in both English and Kiswahili. They must have served as inspector of Police (General Duty) in the national police service for at least Three (3) years, demonstrated high level of integrity and professional competence and be able to carry out routine security investigation work . They must possess relevant computer skills, good communication and interpersonal skills and should be physically and medically fit. Those currently not in the service should have a Certificate of Good Conduct. Successful candidates will be expected to work during odd hours and also during public holidays. Female trained Officers are strongly encouraged to apply.

Assistant Security Officer 

Applicants must possess at least KCSE or equivalent qualifications and be proficient in both English and Kiswahili.
They must be appropriately trained in the Kenya Police Service and performed General Duties. Those who have attended N.C.O courses will have an added advantage. They must have ability to supervise and direct junior staff and demonstrated high level of integrity and professional competence. They must possess good communication and interpersonal skills. They must possess relevant computer skills. Those currently not in the service should have a Certificate of Good Conduct. Female trained Officers are strongly encouraged to apply.

Security Guard, Security Section

Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE D+ or equivalent, be proficiency in English and Kiswahili
Preference will be given to candidates who have worked with Kenya Police, Prison or Armed Forces, NYS or reputable security firms. They should be physically and medically fit and must be aged between 25 and 35 years.
Please note that the appointment is on a one year contract term renewable on mutual agreement
The successful candidates will be posted to the Kibwezi Field Station on reporting.

Note:

1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and publications they appear in. Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.

2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.

3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-

Codes

R&T. The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 NairobiCAVS. The Principal, College of Agriculture& Veterinary Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.CHSS. The Principal, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.CAE. The Principal, College of Architecture & Engineering, P.O Box 30197-00100, NairobiCHS. The Principal, College of Health Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.CBPS. The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.CEES. The Principal, College of Education & External Studies, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.Please note that the University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: Friday, April 25, 2014.