Team Lead, Security at Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company

Job Summary

As a key member of the Security team and reporting into the Chief Corporate Services Officer, you will provide strategic leadership and expertise for the full scope of the Security function.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
 
Principal Duties and Responsibilities

•     Organise, deploy and manage the material and human resource assigned to the security department including resource made available through outsourcing.
•     Plan, develop and implement security plans, security programs such as Emergency Response and Crisis Management, Physical Security, Information Protection, Incident Management and/or Investigation.
•     Maintain contacts and working relationship with law enforcement agencies and outsourced security service providers to promote security.
•     Participate in investigations into security lapses and recommend specific actions for preventing reoccurrence.
•     Establish procedure, conduct special investigations and surveillance as may be required by the Company.
•     Establish procedures for loss prevention mechanism.
•     Evaluate and recommend appropriate remedial steps for potential security threats.
•     Plan and establish on the job training program for security personnel and evaluate departmental effectiveness regularly.
•     Communicates effectively through a range of communication media (verbal, visual and written). Uses a range of communication channels and adjusts style to meet the needs of the situation.
•     Prioritises tasks, time and workload to efficiently meet objectives. Takes into account relevant constraints. Monitors progress, takes the initiative to adjust plans and performs multiple task when appropriate.
•     By understanding customers’ needs, create and delivers quality and accurate work which enhances the reputation of the department and the wider organisation.
•     Works in collaboration with team members to achieve shared goals. Encourages and support team contributions, and facilitates the team’s effective performance.

Competency and Skill Requirements

•     Demonstrated success in handling security matters
•     Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to influence all levels of the organization
•     Demonstrated leadership and ability to work in a matrix team environment.
•     Ability to handle multiple priorities and initiate, lead and manage change.
•     Project management, facilitation and complex problem-solving skills.
•     High energy level, driven with positive enthusiasm and a pragmatic approach.
•     Fluency in English (oral and written) required.

Experience and Minimum Requirements

•     Degree qualified in Social Sciences and Humanities or other related disciplines.
•     Security experience
•     Minimum 7 years’ experience in the Force / Security Department