Safety and Security Officer (SSO) at Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK)

The Safety and Security Officer (SSO) at Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi, will be responsible for ensuring a robust safety and security environment. Working closely with the Safety and Security Manager, the SSO will implement risk-based strategies, policies and procedures aligned with Aga Khan Development Network standards. The role entails maintaining strategic safety measures, liaising with local stakeholders, and overseeing risk management for school operations, trips, and events to support the Head of the Academy.

• Conduct written risk assessments and provide actionable recommendations for the Academy and associated trips and events.
• Implement and review risk mitigation strategies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Provide safety and security guidance to personnel, students, staff and leadership.
• Prepare and manage resources for critical incident responses.
• Establish and maintain an active information network with stakeholders and private security firms.
• Deliver safety and security training for inductees, students, staff, and security personnel.
• Provide regular security briefings and updates to the School Leadership Team.
• Generate monthly safety and security reports for relevant stakeholders.
• Investigate and analyze security incidents and advise on preventive measures.
• Serve as the focal point for gathering and analyzing security-related information.
• Monitor political and security events relevant to the academy.
• Assist in updating policies and procedures.
• Prepare situational analysis briefings and contingency planning advice.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by the Safety and Security Manager or Head of the Academy.

Interested and qualified? Go to Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK) on krb-xjobs.brassring.com to apply