About the Company
Mukutan is an expansive conservancy in Laikipia on the rugged edge of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, with sweeping views overlooking Lake Baringo, Laikipia Plateau and the slopes of Mount Kenya.
Our name derives from the Swahili word for “a meeting place” – and sitting at the convergence of diverse biomes, cultures, languages, and ideas, we strive to be a centre for collaboration, courage, and coexistence through conservation. Our mission is to conserve our biodiversity and natural resources for the people and wildlife of Kenya for posterity.
Through our innovative community enterprises, research programmes, and wildlife monitoring and protection, we are committed to working with nature, for nature.
About the Role
The Assistant Security Manager will report directly to the Security Manager. He will offer support to manage a team of over 100 security staff. He will coordinate day to day security activities in liaison with the Security Manager as the Second in Command which includes among others attendance, deployment and welfare.
We are looking for a candidate who is firm and at the same time fair in discharging his mandate, with a demonstrated experience in security operations at a senior level in a well-established organization.
The ideal candidate should have a passion in conservation and community service which is part of Mukutan Conservancy ideals.
Who You Will Relate With:
‐ All Conservancy Staff,
‐ Mukutan Community adjacent to the conservancy,
‐ Government Partners such as but not limited to: KWS, KFS, NPS, Local Government Administration, County and National Government Officials,
Who You Are
Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology and Security Management or a Diploma in Security Management combined with training from KWS on Wildlife Management and Paramilitary training.
5+ years of experience in security operations at middle management level in a reputable organization dealing with conservation and wildlife management is desirable.
Good understanding of the industry regulations and laws, including firearms and security procedures.
Excellent communication skills and fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili.
Proficiency in the use of computers and various security equipment like radio calls and tracking devices.
Ability to take proactive initiative, work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong work ethics, high integrity and honesty, and ability to work well in a team.
Good leadership skills with ability to manage complex operations.
Must be between the ages of 35 and 45.
What We Offer
A starting gross salary of Kshs. 80,000.
Accommodation on site at Mukutan Conservancy.
A 2-years’ renewable contract.
The unique opportunity to work alongside a talented team passionate about having an impact on protecting Kenya’s natural landscapes and wildlife.
To Apply
Mukutan Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. Interested candidates who meet the requirements should follow the below instructions to submit an application:
Send an email with the subject line “Application for Assistant Security Manager” to hr@mukutanconservancy.org and cc lncjobapplications@gmail.com.
Include CV with 3 references.
Only candidates who meet the job requirements will be shortlisted and contacted for an interview. All applications must be received by 19th October 2024. Should you not hear from us two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.