Security Officer

Job vacancy

Application Status: Actively Recruiting
Reference code: TSOSJ/HR/HO/FAC/02/23
Application Deadline: 31 May, 2023
Do you enjoy ensuring that people and valuables on properties are safe and out of harm's way? Are you passionate about innovation and creativity in the security field? Does it sound like we’re talking about you… Keep reading!
Who You Are
  • A creative and strategic individual
  • A collaborative person who can work closely with others and share skills
  • passionate about innovative & creative security management
  • A dedicated self-driven security personnel
  • Strong communication & people management skills
  • Able to withstand colleagues' pressure and maintain vigilance & professionalism
What you’ll do
  • Enforces School policies and procedures regarding security as per the Employer’s approved procedure
  • Assists school administrators in the prevention of personal injury, property loss and disruption of the educational process through routine patrol, crime prevention techniques, surveillance, emergency response, recovery of property, etc.
  • Create and improves security procedures for the School
  • Supervise and participate in patrols in all areas, buildings, grounds, parking lots, etc. to prevent student disruptions, theft, vandalism and unauthorized and illegal entry and other activities that detract from a safe, secure and orderly school environment
  • Perform random inspection during night hours, weekends and public holidays to ensure the security personnel are alert in all campuses
  • Maintains a high level of visibility as students and staff arrive and depart from school ensuring the search activities are done per the security procedures
  • Ensures that altercations, arguments or other forms of disruptive or illegal behavior within campuses are identified and dealt with timely to ensure harmony in the campuses
What we’re looking for
  • Diploma or certificate in security management/supervision
  • 5+ years in a similar position
  • Registered as a security officer.
  • Outstanding surveillance and observation skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment.
  • Strong reporting skills.
  • Working knowledge of public safety, security operations, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of state laws and regulations.
  • Experience working in a school is an added advantage.
  • Experience working in the armed forces is an advantage but not a requirement

Why us?
  • An opportunity to use your talents and expertise to fight poverty through education and make a positive impact in the lives of thousands of students in Arusha, Tanzania.
  • A flexible and supportive community of international and local employees.
  • Ample opportunities for career progression and development.
  • Mid-morning tea and lunch (during working days).
  • Safe and reliable transport to and from school.

Interested in applying?

If you feel you meet the criteria for this position, please fill out the application form and upload your completed form along with your CV and cover letter to the form on this page.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you have any further questions you can head to our FAQ page or contact recruitment@schoolofstjude.co.tz.

DISCLAIMER

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