Career at ISMAX

Operations Officer

Nairobi full-time Deadline: Jul 04, 2025

Job Description

The Operations Officer is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operational performance of security personnel across client sites while supporting the company’s business growth through marketing and client relationship management. The role ensures seamless service delivery, compliance with PSRA regulations, and contributes to the company’s market expansion through strategic marketing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities;
A. Operations Management

  • 1. Supervise and coordinate deployment of security personnel across various client locations.
  • 2. Conduct regular site visits and inspections to ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • 3. Handle client complaints and incidents, ensuring timely resolution and communication.
  • 4. Maintain accurate records of attendance, incidents, transfers, and disciplinary actions.
  • 5. Ensure guards are well-uniformed, trained, and equipped according to PSRA and company standards.
  • 6. Support recruitment, vetting, and onboarding processes for new guards.
  • 7. Facilitate the process of recruitment, training and selection of personnel as may be advised by the Training and Investigations Officer or such other senior officer.

B. Marketing and Business Development

  • 1. Identify and pursue new business opportunities through field visits, networking, and client referrals.
  • 2. Develop and implement basic marketing plans to promote security services.
  • 3. Participate in client presentations, exhibitions, and other promotional events.
  • 4. Collect and analyze customer feedback to inform service improvements and marketing strategies.
  • 5. Maintain a database of prospective clients and conduct regular follow-ups.

C. Reporting and Administration

  • 1. Prepare and submit timely reports on operational performance, incidents, and marketing activities.
  • 2. Maintain accurate documentation of contracts, site instructions, and guard deployment.
  • 3. Support invoicing by verifying hours worked and services delivered.
  • 4. Monitor and report on guard welfare issues that may impact service delivery.
  • 5. Submit monthly attendance records to the Guard Force Administrator.


Requirements

  • • Diploma or Degree in Security Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
  • • Minimum 3 years’ experience in security operations, with proven exposure to marketing or client service roles.
  • • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • • Valid Riding license.
  • • Valid Driving license is an added advantage

Key Competencies:

  • • Strong leadership and coordination skills.
  • • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • • Client-focused with good negotiation skills.
  • • Proactive, self-driven, and target-oriented.
  • • Ability to multitask under pressure and meet deadlines.

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