Security Officer Job Opportunity at National Social Security Fund (NSSF)

National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is positioning its self to be the leading social security provider of choice in Uganda. NSSF seeks to recruit persons with proven competencies, skills and innovativeness to the positions of Head of Information Technology and Security Officer.



JOB TITLE: SECURITY OFFICER (1 VACANCY)
REPORTS TO MANAGER ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
MAIN PURPOSE
Responsible for overall security of the Fund's Assets
MAJOR ACTIVITIES OF THE JOB
• Ensure and provide security at the Fund's offices , premises and properties.
• Supervise outsourced security firms.
• Carry out thee opening and locking of offices, take custody as well as record keys for N SSF offices.
• Liaise with external security agencies and specialized security and safety providers on matters of security of the Fund and stakeholders.
• Carry out risk and security Audits in order to advise management about improvement of security measures and procedures in the Fund
• Train and sensitize staff on security matters, vet applications of external security providers, review/ draft security policies and procedures of the Fund.
• Recommend and participate in acquisition of specialized security gadgets for the Fund


Job requirement

KEY COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
• University Degree and Training in military or police procedures and practices
• 3-5 years of security experience within the military; national or international police, security or fire brigade organization at a supervisory level
• Knowledge of intemal security policies, processes and procedures and in particular those related to the place of assignment;
• knowledge of local laws and practices related to the mission area.
• Ability to gather information from a variety of sources.
• Willingness to work extra hours or on shifts;
• Physically fit for duty;
• Emotional stability and high levels of integrity;
• A high sense of confidentiality;
• Initiative and good judgment;
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrable leadership skills Knowledge in the use and maintenance of standard security and communications equipment;
• Computer skills
• Team player


How to apply

Interested individuals should send their applications with copies of their academic and professional qualifications addressed to
the Head of Human Resources,
P. O. Box 7140 Kampala
or hand deliver them at our Head Office , Worker's House, Plot 1, Pilkington Road at the Reception on 14th Floor.
All applications should reach us not later than Monday May 23rd 2011.