Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -


Availing critical information regularly on security and safety to the commission;
Leading in the development, interpretation and implementation of Commission’s security policy, security plan, security strategies and procedures;
Reviewing the enforcement of the Commission’s security policy and procedures;
Overseeing periodic assessment of security threats and implementation of mitigating factors;
Coordinating and conducting training and instructions to security personnel and spearhead sensitization of employees on security matters;
Providing support to Government law enforcement agencies on security matters;
Superintending contracted private security guards and build good working relationship with police officers seconded to the Commission;
Managing investigation of incidences within the Commissions premises and monitoring submission of such reports;
Coordinating all security matters in terms of operations, meetings and general administration;
Designing and implementing standard security operating procedures;
Planning quick response to emergency situations;
Ensuring the maintenance of up to date security data bank on classified materials;
Coordinating collection of intelligence and disseminate analyzed intelligence reports;
Generating and maintaining security alertness of security personnel;
Overseeing development, implementation and monitoring of the
Directorate budget and procurement plan;
Ensuring implementation of the risk management strategies and Audit recommendations;
Overseeing the management of Surveillance Systems;
Carry out backgrounds checks during the recruitment of senior staff;
Safeguarding, monitoring and controlling movement of vehicles, personsand assets; and
Supervising and guiding employees in the Division for optimum performance.


Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -


Served in the grade of Assistant Director- Security Services for a minimum period of three (3) years; OR Six (6) years’ experience in a comparable position;
Bachelor’s degree in security studies, criminology, forensic science, security management, intelligence management, disaster management or a related qualification from a recognized institution;
Paramilitary or National Youth Service (NYS) is an added advantage;
Master’s degree from a recognized institution is an added advantage;
Certificate in Leadership Course or equivalent qualification lasting not less than 4 weeks from a recognized institution;
Membership to a professional security body in good standing where applicable;
Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.


The terms and remuneration benefits for this Grade:


Basic Salary Scale: Kshs.192,782 – Kshs.288,051
House Allowance: Applicable rates
Commuter Allowance: Kshs.14,000
Leave Allowance: As provided in TSC Secretariat
Annual Leave: 30 working days per calendar year
Medical Cover: As provided in the TSC Secretariat Medical Scheme
Terms of Service: Five (5) years contract renewable once subject to satisfactory performance.