Security Officer - Dadaab At Kenya Red Cross Society

PURPOSE:
Reporting to the Safety & Security Coordinator. The Security Officer will assist in the smooth running of the Safety and Security department within the Dadaab security Operations S/he will be responsible for supervision of contracted security guards within their respective camp, Hospitals and Health care posts, other program sites and reporting of all security situations to Safety & Security Coordinator (SSC) within and around the camp. In addition, s/he will be responsible for safeguarding the organization’s assets, detection and prevention of crime, as well as carrying out investigations and submitting reports.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Safety and security Coordinator (SSC) in planning and implementing the security strategy in Daadab as per the KRCS security SOPs so as to ensure the operational priorities of the KRCS Security Requirements.
Ensure Security procedures are implemented in line with the KRCS Security Standard Operating Procedures.
Provide technical security support to the KRCS DRO operations and programs
Security reporting and documentation
Conduct regular security awareness activities including briefings and training of staff
Situation monitoring and Communicating security related information to management and staff
Advice KRCS Management on the security requirements or adjustments required in the approach to program security needs to enhance duty of care
Provide support to emergency response teams in emergency situations and in critical incidents.
Conduct internal investigations on incidents and provide advice on possible corrective action based on the findings.
Conduct field security support to KRCS programs in the regions through risk assessments, information sharing and updating on the current security situation.
Prepare and brief all new delegates/staff/visitors on the overview of the security and safety situation and risk reduction measures.
Conduct regular security risk assessments in the region.
Respond to any security and safety incidents at all times and follow up for closure
Liaising with local law enforcement on security matters.
Liaison with identified KRCS partners and identified Non-Governmental Organizations operating in the country on security matters.
Collect, analyze and disseminate security information appropriately.
Maintain all required security documents, review and update them regularly and/or when needed.
Conduct post incidence analysis reports as learning points to prevent repeat of similar incidents.

Minimum Qualifications
Diploma in security management
At least five years’ experience in field security operations

Key Competencies
Proven knowledge in Corporate and or humanitarian Security
Security training
Investigations
Computer literacy
Basic First aid and fire safety training.