Aga Khan University Hospital Supervisor, Safety & Security Jobs in Kenya

Aga Khan University Hospital Supervisor, Safety & Security Jobs in Kenya

Introduction

Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is the first hospital in East Africa to be accredited by the Joint Commission International from the USA. The University Hospital has been providing high-quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years.

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the above position based in Nairobi Kenya. The position holder will report to the Team Leader, Safety and Security in the Safety and Security Department.

Job Purpose:

The Supervisor, Safety and Security will supervise a team of security guards assigned to man the University/ Hospital compound and to check and safeguard the physical infrastructure/buildings ensuring that maximum safety and security prevail at all times.

Responsibilities:

Investigation of security-related incidents: Keep a record of all reported incidents; Conduct investigations into reported incidents; Initiate disciplinary measures wherever necessary; Participate in disciplinary hearings

Assist in identifying vulnerable areas and initiate actions to reduce risk and exposure as per requirements of accrediting bodies like CUE (Commission of University Education) among others.

Assisting in the development, dissemination and testing of safety & security training programs.

Working with the Team Leader, Safety and Security, develop security training manuals and update existing ones as required.

Plan and conduct safety awareness training to faculty, staff and students.

Supervision of contracted security guards by conducting briefings at the start of new shifts; review reports from guards for completeness and activity requiring follow-up

Schedule guards to cover designated facilities and establish security patrol priorities; motivate the guard force to perform well.

Risk assessment and facility inspection: Conduct annual risk assessment of the buildings/physical infrastructure and initiate mitigating actions to reduce risk and exposure; Conduct periodical facility inspection rounds in order to identify risks.

Serving as part of the Emergency Response Team: Take predetermined action and assist cases of emergencies such as accidents, fire, etc.

Ensuring usability of security equipment: Supervision of CCTV maintenance and

operations
Communicate to the relevant authorities and the Head of Security about the operations of the Hospital

Review utilization and maintenance of security equipment

Maintaining close liaison with the police and local administration and working hand in hand with them in matters that require the intervention of the police or the local administration

Traffic flow management/Parking Management: Ensure that parking spaces are properly utilized and cars into and out of the compound are properly directed.

Working hand in hand with the parking management company to manage the parking space. Ensure that incidences related to automobiles in the compound are properly addressed.

Assist in reviewing and creating appropriate security and safety policies, procedures and guidelines

Perform other duties as may be assigned by the department Manager

Qualifications and Skills required:

Minimum of a Degree in Security Management/Criminology and Forensic related studies.

KCSE minimum grade of C plain/O level training

At least 4 years’ experience in a similar role.

Impeccable character and Team player

Must possess proper investigative and cognitive skills.

Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Flexible and resilient.

Experience or being conversant with JCI accreditation and audits is desired.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

Excellent telephone handling skills

Excellent people-handling/customer service and supervisory skills.

Basic knowledge of safety & security protocols and emergency preparedness.

Ability to conduct training and mock drills.

Ability to work long hours with minimal supervision, has initiative and is proactive

Capacity to manage several tasks and requests simultaneously

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Aga Khan University Hospital Supervisor, Safety & Security Jobs in Kenya

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