Investigations Officer at Securex

Job Description

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); HISTORY With the vision of a safer Kenya and the experience of the police force, former Police Inspector Kishori Lal Sahni started a small investigations company in which has now grown to be one of the most respected brands in the security industry in the East African Region. Securex has grown from strength to strength in the past forty four years to become the leading Security Solutions provider for a wide host of clients in diverse industries. Starting with only an investigations department in the seventies, Securex soon grew to incorporate the manned guarding section which to date is one of the most respected forces in the provision of client friendly services. Currently under the stewardship of Mr. K L Sahni’s son; Tony Sahni, Securex has from the early nineties been able to distinguish itself from other competitors by embracing technological solutions to augment the services of security guards and hence provide integrated security systems. Not only are our services available in Kenya, but our net was cast wide when we set up our Uganda offices in , Rwanda in and Tanzania being our latest office in . Our strategy remains to expand through the region and provide security solutions to the wider market. Over the years Securex has managed to get to the top by being a pioneer in many fronts; including being the first security company to achieve ISO certification in , the only security company with an OHSAS Health and Safety certification, introducing the Under Vehicle Surveillance System to the local market in addition to a wide range of value added services such as security briefings.

Job Summary

To Develop and manage full-time investigations processes, ensuring they are executed in a sensitive and confidential manner and with the highest levels of efficiency and propriety, through the use of investigating tools and methodologies.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provides guidance to investigators to ensure that the work conforms to established standards and procedures and is completed in a timely manner. Conduct interviews, take statements, prepare case files, write reports, recommend criminal and/or disciplinary action or take part in criminal, misconduct and inquest proceedings. Liaising and working with law enforcement agencies, professionals and commercial organizations to ensure the closure of investigations. Conduct inspections and investigations into allegations of wrongdoing and misconduct. Ensure that all risks and/or emerging risks, which are identified during an investigation/interaction with clients, are escalated to line management upon discovery. Identify high-risk business units and where requested to do so, participate in awareness initiatives. Ensure completion of received reports and complaints before and after investigations and make recommendations through the Head of Operations. Manages investigations function efficiently in order to meet the needs of the Organization as well as the expectations of the clients; this includes the timely execution of investigations. Develops and implements guidelines and practices for the conduct of effective investigations, ensuring proper application of due process principles. Ensure synchronization and maintenance of a comprehensive case management system for the effective tracking, management and reporting of cases at all stages of investigations. Coordinates investigations and compliance teams of the commission in carrying out investigations on its own accord or on request from any institution, office or person on any issue affecting ethnic or racial relations. Coordinates investigations in very high-priority and complex cases. Develops, implements and receives policies, strategies, guidelines and procedures on investigations and compliance. Monitors and evaluates the extent of implementation of policies, regulations and laws by various stakeholders on integration and cohesion Verifies digital evidence gathered and prepares evidence reports for trial/ disciplinary action. Streamlines the investigations process to ensure timely execution of investigations. and Formulates, monitors and reports on annual work plans

Minimum Requirements and Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Computer Science, Data Communications, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution At least Five years of experience. Hold a professional qualification in a relevant field such as CFE A Security professional with a proven track record in security management, planning and coordinating. An ability to carry out the scope of work and produce the relevant level of paperwork to support such schemes.