The Kenya Airports Authority is an autonomous body established in 1991 through an Act of Parliament and is charged with an umbrella responsibility of providing and managing a coordinated system of airports in the country. Prior to its formation, the former erstwhile Aerodromes Department under the Ministry of Transport and Communication handled this responsibility. Erstwhile was in charge of then Nairobi’s Old Embakasi Airport which was constructed in the mid-1950 to serve the first generation Boeing 707/DC8 aircraft; Nairobi Embakasi Airport was opened in May 1958, by the last colonial Governor of Kenya, Sir Evelyn Baring, although the airport was due to be opened by Queen Elizabeth,

Job Purpose

The General Manager, Security Services will be responsible for planning, organizing, communicating and providing direction for implementing organization policy and standards required in the National and International Aviation Security standards and recommended practices.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing strategies, policies and procedures on Security in line with the International Standards, recommended practices and the Strategic Plan;
• Ensuring implementation of the National Civil Aviation Security programmes;
• Ensuring that each airport develops and implements an Aerodrome Manual and Security Management Systems;
• Ensuring development and implementation of access control and identification systems;
• Ensuring that airports are supplied with security equipment and facilities that meet appropriate standards;
• Establishing and ensuring implementation of security equipment maintenance and calibration programme at the airports;
• Ensuring the development and implementation of security training and awareness programmes for staff and stakeholders;
• Conducting quarterly security management reviews and reports to the Managing Director/CEO and ensuring that relevant action is taken;
• Ensuring that a system of risk assessment and quality control is developed, implemented and updated in all airports to ensure continous effectiveness;
• Ensuring that security audits, inspections, tests and investigations are undertaken and necessary action taken;
• Ensuring that airport security committees are established and well co-ordinated;
• Ensuring participation in facilitation committees and implementing action plans arising thereof; and
• Ensuring that each airport develops and implements Security Contingency Plans.

Requirements

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Security Management or a relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Relevant Masters degree from a recognized institution;
• Minimum of twelve (12) years practical and relevant working experience four (4) of which must be in a senior management position;
• Qualifications in Aviation will be an added advantage;
• Management Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks;
• Hands on experience and knowledge of ICAO Standards and recommended best practices;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies

Strategy execution, analytical skills, people management, coaching, problem solving & decision-making, financial management, team work, good communication, interpersonal, risk management and leadership skills.

Terms and Conditions of Service
These positions shall be for a three (3) year contract term renewable subject to satisfactory performance or attainment of mandatory retirement age whichever happens earlier.