Job Description

• Contract Supervision
• Supervise Outsourced Security Guarding Services: Conduct site inspections, draft job descriptions, organize monthly meetings.
• Monitor Security Daily Routine Activities: Perform job observations and performance assessments of security officers.
• Assist with Service Provider Administration: Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Conduct Security Patrols and Inspections.
• Manage the Physical Security Function
• Supervise the security functions pertaining to Access Control, Key Control, Office Security, and Contingency Planning.
• Maintain existing electronic security systems and assist in project implementation.
• Identify Risks and Threats: Assess vulnerabilities in ARCs security and capacity to counteract them.
• Compile Monthly and Quarterly Reports on Security Operations.
• Security Breaches
• Respond to Reported Security Breaches: Conduct basic investigations on security incidents.
• Report on Security Incidents and Risks.
• Liaise with Local Law Enforcement Agencies.
• Compliance Security
• Ensure Compliance with Security Standards: Adhere to Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS), and ARCs Security Policy.
• Run a Physical Security Awareness Program within ARC and conduct workshops/ training for contracted security officers.

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Registration with PSIRA and minimum of grade B certificate.
• 1-year tertiary Certificate in Security Risk Management or Equivalent will be an advantage
• Valid drivers license
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a security supervisory role.
• National Key point experience is required for NKP sites.
• Significant experience in the implementation, management, and maintenance of electronic security systems such as CCTV, access control, alarm systems, and other surveillance technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising outsourced security services, performance monitoring, and compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Practical experience in conducting comprehensive security risk assessments, identifying threats and vulnerabilities, and developing effective mitigation strategies.
• Experience in responding to and investigating security breaches and incidents, including liaising with law enforcement and compiling detailed incident reports.
• Experience in ensuring compliance with relevant security standards and regulations, such as Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) and Minimum Physical Security Standards (MPSS).
• Experience conducting security audits.
• Experience in implementing and managing emergency response plans and procedures.
• Proven ability to manage crises effectively, coordinating with internal teams and external emergency services.
• Proven ability to promote security awareness and best practices within an organization.
• Experience liaising with law enforcement agencies, emergency services, and other relevant external bodies.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising security teams, with a strong emphasis on mentoring, coaching, and developing personnel.
• Experience in fostering a culture of security excellence and ensuring team alignment with organizational security goals

Agricultural Research Council