Senior Security Officer at Agro-Chemical and Food Company – July 2025

Duties and Responsibilities

• Initiate, develop, review and implement security policies in the Company;
• Investigate unlawful acts of omission, or commission within the right of way and Company premises and make direct arrests as appropriate;
• Liaise with the area police in respect of security within the right of way, Company and surrounding areas;
• Liaise with outsourced security firm to ensure proper coordination of security services;
• Advice the GM (Human Resource and Administration) on security matters affecting the interests of the Company.
• Provide evidence in court on behalf of the Company in criminal matters in liaison with the Company Secretary.
• Facilitate the training, development and deployment of security personnel;
• Foster cordial relationship between contracted hired guards and internal security personnel;
• Coordinate emergency procedures and contingency planning;
• Oversee security surveys and inspections;
• Plan and design security documents; and
• Coordinate investigations and prosecutions.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• At least four (4) year’s work experience in security functions in public or private sector;
• Bachelors Degree in Criminology or equivalent from a recognized institution
• Have served in the Disciplined Service in the rank of Senior Sergeant or an equivalent rank;
• Have undergone six (6) weeks approved security course at Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Training School;
• Have demonstrated capability in handling security matters;
• Haver undergone a First Aid Certificate Course;
• Have proficiency in Computer applications;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six of the constitution.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Strong analytical skills.
• Strategic and innovative thinking.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skill.
• Ability to mobilize resources
• Negotiations skills