Closing Date: Monday, 17 Aug 2026 at 5.00 p.m.
The Deputy Head of Security Services Division is responsible for the overall operational and administrative duties within Security Services Division. The role holder is also responsible for the provision of a secure work environment, safety of members of Staff, customers and the Bank’s assets.
1. Deputize the Head of Security Services Division.
2. Advisor/Alternate Advisor to the Management on security matters.
3. Craft Security strategies to inform the overall Bank’s Strategic Plan.
4. Formulate and monitor the annual Security Services Division budget.
5. Liaise with external Government security agencies on matters of security interest to the Bank and the Nation.
6. Overall supervision of Security Operations of the Division in all Central Bank Branches and Centres.
7. Provide strategic leadership and guidance to the security teams at the Head Office, Branches and Centres.
8. Lead in periodic review of Security Policies, Procedures and Guidelines to match current security needs and address any identified gaps.
9. Lead in periodic security risk assessment exercises for the Bank.
10. Manage the Performance Management Framework processes for the staff in Security Services Division.
11. Participate in joint operation meetings with other Bank Departments on matters relating to Security.
12. Member of the Business Continuity Planning committee.
13. Draft the annual security training needs and manage the staff training budget.
14. Coordinate and respond to Security Services Division Audit issues.
15. Coordinate and manage induction of new security officers.
16. Coordinate and manage Staff sensitization activities on security matters.
17. Conduct due diligence security background checks on new staff and service providers.
18. Participate in Tender and Procurement Committees.
19. Any other roles and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor.
1. A Bachelor’s Degree in Security Management or a related field from a reputable university.
2. Professional qualification (s) in Security Management or its equivalent.
1. At least ten (10) years working experience with the Disciplined Services in the Grade of Chief Inspector and above.
Technical Competencies
1. Conducting technical security vulnerability assessment and mitigation processes.
2. Operation of security systems including automated access controls and CCTV systems.
3. Conducting technical security and risk assessment/audit.
4. Surveillance and Monitoring & Technical security intelligence.
5. Budgeting and planning skills.
6. Risk Management-experience in identifying departmental risks, developing mitigating measures and monitoring mechanisms.
7. Analytical skills – Highly analytical and ability to challenge status quo based on quantitative facts and impacts.
8. Report Writing skills - Ability to develop periodical security reports.
9. Stakeholder Management skills –Ability to tactfully manage stakeholder expectations.
Behavioral / General Competencies
1. Leadership and Management - Ability to lead teams, mentor and coach staff.
2. Performance Management and Team Building – Ability to lead teams, mentor and coach staff to goal definition and achievement.
3. Decision Making - Ability to make operational decisions in a timely and effective manner and to be accountable for decision making within departmental and role allocation.
4. Professionalism – Maintains a professional approach based on the ethics and CBK values and expected behaviours of staff.
5. Integrity, Honesty and Ethics - Ensures ethical practices and integrity and ensures the Bank does not suffer reputational or security risk.
6. Communication skills - Ability to communicate both verbally and written formats in a business manner with clarity and impact.
7. Customer Orientation - Is customer focused striking a solid balance between external and internal customers.
8. Resilience – Ability to withstand strategic and operational challenges, maintain momentum and business continuity.
9. Conflict Management skills - Ability to harmonise conflicting situations and apply appropriate penalties as per security policies and ensure strictest confidentiality when required.
10. Emotional Intelligence skills - Manages emotions in a mature and composed manner.
Candidates are requested to note that:
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