Safety & Security Officer

Job Description

Title: Safety & Security Officer

Company Name: Aga Khan Academy Dhaka

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: --

Experience:

• 2 to 3 years

A Diploma in security management or a Bachelor of Management

Any Chartered Security Professional`s Qualification will be an added advantage but not mandatory for those who applied from a non-military background.

• 2 to 3 years

Experience:

A minimum of 2 - 3 years of experience in safety and security management at a similar level

Essential

• A Diploma in security management or a Bachelor of Management
• Any Chartered Security Professional`s Qualification will be an added advantage but not mandatory for those who applied from a non-military background.
• Fluency in English and the national language of Bangla.

Desirable

• Experience in school risk management.
• Experience working in schools or with young people and children.

Skills & Competencies 

• Good command or experience in the facilitation of training or any relevant qualification
• Good facilitation and supervision skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and motivated.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Possess professional maturity, sensitivity to different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify academy values.

Department: Admin

Reporting Line: Security and Transportation Manager

Purpose: The Safety and Security Officer manages the guard force, control room functions, and oversees the implementation of security procedures & guidelines, and assists the safety and security manager (SSM) in implementing the safety and security functions and maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist the SSM on staff briefing and ensure procedures are followed.
• Report any security issues, challenges, and concerns to the SSM.
• Deliver safety and security training to security guards and drivers.
• Provide weekly security briefings to the outsourced security guards, supervisor, and in-charge.
• Assist SSM in conducting the risk assessment for all the operational areas, academy trips, onsite events, and school/premises vulnerability assessments.
• Reports all suspicious activities, including surveillance efforts around schools and offices, and fire hazards to the SSM.
• Supervise and manage the control room security guards.
• Inspection and monitor the fire hazards, and conduct fire inspections regularly.
• Responsible for the deployment and performance of outsourced security personnel. Ensure the smooth functioning of security operations such as ID administration, log review, and monitoring.
• Ensure the safety and security policies, procedures, and practices in the academy and also at the project site.
• Assist the SSM in conducting regular drills.
• Coordinate and assist with the implementation of office security operations and activities to ensure the protection of employees, students, and physical assets.