Kenya Ferry Services Security Assistants -3 positions

Kenya Ferry Services Security Assistants -3 positions

Kenya Ferry Services Limited is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure mandated with the operations of ferries in the Country.
Our headquarters in Peleleza are set along the expansive shores of the beautiful and splendid Indian Ocean overlooking the magnificient view of Likoni channel.

It’s dynamism in managerial and maritime leadership has seen the company increase it’s efficiency in service delivery in ferrying over 300,000 pedestrians and over 5,000 vehicles daily.
In order to actuate its vision of being a ferry service of choice and to be an active player in realization of Vision 2030, we are seeking mature, self driven, dynamic, experienced and suitably qualified professionals to join our team in the following positions:
Security Section

Security Assistant
Grade FU1

Ref: KFS/HR/REC 4 (2015)
3 Posts

Job Summary: This position reports to the Senior Security Officer and requires an individual of strong personality and ability to work long hours and under pressure.

Key Duties

• Inspection/threat assessment, investigation/evaluation and prosecution.
• Prevent unauthorized entry of persons, cars and goods to restricted areas by carrying out security checks.
• Maintain records of acts of unlawful interference/crime.
• Updating emergency procedures and contingency planning.
• Liaison with safety officer to ensure there is harmony and consistency between security requirements.
• Offer strong security support to the operations at all times.
• Prepare weekly reports of Ferry Vessels.
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the Senior Security Officer or any other person placed in authority.

Qualifications & Experience

• Must possess Diploma in Criminology or Forensic Studies or Security Management or relevant field from a recognized institution.
• Professional Training in Counter Terrorism/criminology or investigation is desirable.
• Must have worked with the Disciplined Service (that is the Kenya Defense Forces, the National Police Service (Regular or Administration Police) or National Youth Service and attained the Rank of an NCO for a minimum of three (3) Years.
• Must possess certificate of good conduct.
• Knowledge in First Aid, Fire Fighting and Emergency Management will be an added advantage.

Personal Attributes & Competencies

• Good Public Relations.
• Good Communication skills and report writing.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Computer literate.

How to Apply

Applications accompanied by a detailed CV containing academic qualifications, professional experience, current remuneration, e-mail addresses, day telephone contacts as well as copies of relevant certificates, testimonials and national identification card are invited from persons qualified for the position described above.
The applicants should also provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of at least three referees who are knowledgeable about their competence and area of specialization.
The applicants should request their referees to submit their references directly to the undersigned.Applications and referees’ confidential reports on the applicant’s suitability for the position should be sent to the undersigned to be received on or before 19th June 2015.

The Managing Director,
Kenya Ferry Services Limited,
Headquarters Office,
Gaza Road, Off Mwinyi Babu Road – Peleleza
P.O. Box 96242 – 80110,
Mombasa.

The reference number and title of the position applied for MUST be clearly indicated on the ENVELOPE.

Persons living with disabilities (PWDs), those from marginalized areas and women are encouraged to apply.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Remuneration: The above positions are challenging and offer attractive remuneration packages.

Selection Communique: Applicants who shall not have received our response by 19th June, 2015 should consider themselves unsuccessful.

“Kenya Ferry Services Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.”