EADB Bank Jobs – Manager, Security

Job
Reference Number:

EADM/MS/2013
Job
Title:
 Manager,
Security
Organisation:
East African Development
Bank
Duty
Station:
Kampala, Uganda
Reports
to:
Administration
Manager
Job
Summary:
The Manager,
Security is responsible for the safety and security of the EADB property, staff
and the general public using EADB premises and is also responsible for
developing and implementing appropriate policies and systems to maintain safety
and security in area of jurisdiction. The job holder is responsible for
developing and rolling-out security and safety awareness programmes, carrying
out day-to-day safety and security related duties to prevent breaches and
addressing vulnerabilities in addition to leading responses to actual security
attacks and safety incidents.
Key
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Develop
    for management’s approval safety and security policies to protect staff,
    visitors and users of the EADB premises; review and incorporate national
    security regulations into EADB’s regulations; prepare procedure manuals
    for monitoring movement and granting access to restricted areas; oversee
    and guide the processing of personnel clearances.
  • Work
    with the appropriate technical operational managers in gathering and
    assessing vulnerability and threat information to facilitate security and
    safety tracking and analysis; carry out business impact analysis as
    required; participate in the development of business practices that
    enable, and are enabled by, strong security systems; advocate for the
    incorporation of security components and processes into the Bank’s
    operational procedures.
  • Work
    with the risk management team to understand and establish acceptable
    security risk levels, and proactively reduce potential incidents that pose
    business continuity threats through effective safety and security
    programs.
  • Constantly
    monitor and update management on the security environment in all EADB
    member states; carry out security assessments and safety management reviews
    in all EADB locations and provide management with recommendations for
    action and/or work directly to implement action plans. Interface with
    government agencies on security related issues; keep abreast with and
    advise management on developments in the industry and establish up to date
    security management systems.
  • Provide
    expert advice on security related matters; gather information from other
    international organisations and institutions, and represent EADB in
    security meetings with other agencies.
  • Track
    and ensure that classified information entrusted to the company is
    properly safeguarded as outlined in the security policy; ensure adequate
    monitoring of the security infrastructure.
  • Participate
    in establishing and updating business recovery/contingency plans and/or
    procedures; participate in disaster management during any incidents and
    emergencies; prepare emergence evacuation plans and organise training for
    staff and tenant on fire, occupant safety, fire drill, First Aid and other
    related crime/ incident preventive courses.
  • Be
    on call and on 24 hours and 7 days alert for any emergencies; undertake
    the lead role in safety and security incident management; respond quickly
    and co-ordinate responses to security breaches or other incidents; in the
    event of a security breach or other incident, ensure that any necessary
    evidence is secured and undertake appropriate measures to prevent further
    damage; assist with disciplinary and legal matters associated with such
    breaches as necessary.
  • The
    Security manager will facilitate crime prevention by monitoring all access
    controls daily and ensuring their full coverage; investigate and report to
    management security incidents or threats / breach expected to occur for
    appropriate action.
  • Communicate
    regularly relevant technical, operational and strategic information to
    staff across the institution on matters relating to security, safety and
    disaster management.
  • Prepare
    and conduct appropriate security education and awareness programs to
    sensitize staff and management on security and safety risks and their
    obligations in curbing them. Such should training on disasters; fire and
    bomb procedures and use of technical equipment such as fire extinguishers.
  • Deploy
    efficient, effective and adequate Security guards and police / private
    guards at EADB premise to ensure all key places and access controls are
    covered; monitor their attendance and vigilance daily to ensure discipline
    is observed. Enforce appropriate service-level agreements; take action
    against indiscipline and misconduct; develop and implement duty and leave
    rosters; chair team meetings and carryout welfare and performance
    appraisal / assessment; prepare and process monthly payments for the
    outsourced services and participate in the security team training.
  • Ensure
    that all safety and security equipment is operated and maintained within
    approved guidelines including the implementation and maintenance of
    appropriate controls.
  • Attend
    to the grievances or complaints in line with security & safety from
    staff, tenants or visitors and take appropriate actions that will maintain
    a good image of security unit and entire Bank; help staff and tenants in
    matters that require police or court action.
  • Manage
    and control the parking area to ensure staff, tenants and Bank visitors’
    parking is safely and effectively utilized.
  • Work
    with the Internal Auditors and outside consultants, as appropriate, to
    carry out independent security audits; liaise with the Estates personnel
    and other teams to ensure successful day-to-day running of established safety
    and security systems.
  • Carryout
    any other duties assigned by Management.
     
Qualifications,
Skills & Experience:
  • A
    Degree or Higher National Diploma from a recognised institution of
    learning.
  • At
    least five (5) years in Police CID / Military VIP protection Unit at a
    managerial level.
  • Ability
    to assess and prevent any danger.
  • Planning
    and organising skills, High level of Integrity and confidentiality, Interpersonal
    skills, Results orientation and attention to detail, Imitative and
    pro-activity.
  • Good
    oral and written communication and presentation skills.
  • Information
    seeking.
     
How
to Apply:
All prospective candidates
with aspirations of working with the East African Development Bank should write
to us in confidence quoting the position title on the subject of the email or
cover letter. The complete applications should include a curriculum vitae, a
working e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, qualifications, experience,
present position, current remuneration, names and addresses of three referees which
should be sent via E-mail only to: esdeadb@kpmg.co.ke. Applicants for all
positions must be nationals of the EADB Member States except where expressly
indicated.
Applicants will be required to address the following information directly to
KPMG:
  • A
    reference letter from their immediate past employer.
  • A
    character reference from an individual who has known the applicant for at
    least 3 years.
NB: The EADB reserves the right not to offer
or make any appointments, and to offer and make appointments on other terms and
conditions. Successful candidates should be ready to assume duty before 1
October 2013. Only contact applicants being considered for an interview.
Deadline:
22nd July, 2013

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