Security Supervisor Jobs – National Social Security Fund (NSSF)

Job: Security Supervisor

Organization:  National Social Security Fund (NSSF)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Human Resource and Administration Manager

About US:

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is a Provident Fund mandated to provide social security to its members as prescribed by law under CAP 222 (Laws of Uganda) through efficient management of members’ contributions. The NSSF asset base is currently over Ugx. 9.8  trillion, making the Fund one of the largest players in Uganda’s economy.

Job Summary:  The Security Supervisor will be responsible for supervising and coordinating security operations for the protection of stall, Fund property and to ensure value adding security management services at the Fund.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and provide specialized security support for the Fund’s geographical locations. Ensure that security at the Fund’s offices, premises and properties are all effectively executed and respond to security emergencies in the Fund
• Coordinate security activities and ensure timely reporting and operation of outsourced security personnel.
• Contract management and supervision of outsourced security firms, ensure effective protection of Funds properties like Undeveloped Lands, Offices and Residences of Fund’s Top Officials.
• Supervise outsourced security firms. Coordinate the opening and locking of offices and take custody as well as record keys for Fund offices at the head office.
• Liaise with external security agencies and specialized private security and safety service providers on matters of security of the Fund and stakeholders.
• Liaise with Property Manager and Property Agent to ensure fire drills are done including availability and training of fire marshals, ensure regular testing of smoke detectors and fire alarm systems is done, and also ensure that all emergency equipment undergoes regular servicing.
• Carry out security risk audits and assessments in order to advise management about improvement on security measures and procedures within the Fund to mitigate the risks.
• Coordinate the opening and locking of offices and take custody as well as record keys for Fund offices at the head office.
• Liaise with external security agencies and specialized private security and safety service providers on matters of security of the Fund and stakeholders.
• Train and sensitize staff on security matters, vet applications of external security providers, review draft security policies and manuals of the Fund.
• Monitor daily branch security operation.
• Update staff details and contacts in the system.
• Provide leadership in designing, implementation and review of security management processes, flows and policies.
• Promptly investigate all cases of fraud and other security related breaches ensuring that cases are reported to police and handled appropriately.
• Draw budget estimates tor the security section, monitor and report on this element of the budget. Budget should mainly cover safety equipment, detection equipment (CCTV, Access Control system], investigations, etc.
• Participate in business continuity planning and disaster recovery implementation
• Participate in ad hoc committees whenever nominated
• Attend meetings, workshops and train staff in the security section.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal candidate for the NSSF Security Supervisor job must hold a Diploma in related field from a recognized University or Institution.
• At least five years of experience in operations, three (3) of which at supervisory level.
• Experience in the Police Force or Military background is a MUST
• Knowledge and experience in cybemrime management is an added advantage.
• Practical knowledge of digital security systems like COW, Access control, intrusion detection systems etc.
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership and supervisory skills
• Report writing skills
• Ability to plan ahead of time
• Analytical skills with attention to detail equipment
• Creativity and Innovation skills
• Team work skills
• Driving skills
• Computer skills.
• Investigation and information Intelligence skills.
• Knowledge and experience of identifying and assessing security risks
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Knowledge in the use of standard security and communications

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send an application letter, copies of academic credentials and a detailed CV addressed to the Head of Human Resources and Administration to recruitment@nssfug.org for registration and onward transmission.

Deadline: 19^th February 2021