Security Officer Job KarU

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Job Description for Security Officer

• Supervising the management of security functions office,
• Ensuring the serviceability of electronic security surveillance appliances plus regular testing of alarm equipment;
• Carry out administrative duties in the unit such as fire drills;
• Investigating cases relating to fraud, accidents, loss of property and make the necessary reports;
• Represent the institution in court when necessary;
• Maintaining close liaison with police on security information and follow up court cases;
• Ensuring effective security is maintained for University property, staff and students;
• Welfare matters and supervision of staff, staff training and capacity building; and
• Any other duties as may be assigned by a Senior Officer.

Job Requirement for Security Officer

• Bachelor’s Degree in a security related field from a recognized institution
• Worked in disciplined/uniformed forces as an Inspector for at least five (5) years.
• A clean record of discharge from the uniformed forces
• Demonstrate outstanding administrative ability in controlling security attendants
• Physical and mental fitness
• Good knowledge of Information Communications Technology
• Has acquired skills and knowledge in firefighting and rescue or prevention and protection
• Valid driving license
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

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How to Apply

All applicants are required to submit their applications online through the job’s portal (https://jobs.karu.ac.ke) available on the University website (under the careers section).

The application should include

• a detailed Curriculum Vitae;
• Academic and Professional Certificates;
• Academic Transcripts;
• KCSE/KACE/KCE;
• recognition from CUE for any foreign certificate; and
• National ID or Passport;
• In addition, applicants MUST submit a continuously scanned copy of the application via email (jobs@karu.ac.ke) with the subject clearly stating the job title and the reference number (e.g. Senior Lecturer – Actuarial Science (KarU/HR/SLAS/2025) on or before Tuesday 16th December, 2025.

Interested applicants should send the applications to the address below, quoting the relevant reference number, so as to be received on or before on or before Tuesday 16th December, 2025.

Karatina University is an equal opportunity employer and therefore applicants of either gender, persons with disability (evidence of NCPWD certificate) and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply.

Please note that the University does not charge any fee for recruitment and selection process; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; and canvassing leads to automatic disqualification 

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