Posted:October 18, 2023
By:Semasocial
Company Details
Industry:
Government Administration
Description:
The Kenya Airports Authority is an autonomous body established in 1991 through an Act of Parliament and is charged with an umbrella responsibility of providing and managing a coordinated system of airports in the country. Prior to its formation, the former erstwhile Aerodromes Department under the Ministry of Transport and Communication handled this responsibility. Erstwhile was in charge of then Nairobi’s Old Embakasi Airport which was constructed in the mid-1950 to serve the first generation Boeing 707/DC8 aircraft; Nairobi Embakasi Airport was opened in May 1958, by the last colonial Governor of Kenya, Sir Evelyn Baring, although the airport was due to be opened by Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother was delayed in Australia and could not make the ceremony. Nairobi Embakasi Airport was then closed on March 14, 1978 and paved way to the current Jomo Kenyattta International Airport. Contrary to beliefs, Nairobi Airport was not the 1st airport in Kenya. Wilson Airport, which is one of the regions busiest domestic aerodrome traces its roots back to to the 1st World War. commercial routes were pioneered by Imperial Airways and its successor BOAC in the 1920’s and in July 1929, Wilson Airways Ltd was formed by Mrs. Florrie Wilson to operate from an airfield in Nairobi, at Dagoretti Corner. Later, that year the airfield at Dagoretti Corner was abandoned in favour of the present site of WAP, originally called Nairobi Aerodrome. Out of the Second World War emerged Mombasa and Kisumu airports which were developed mainly for military use. Mombasa had two runways, a short one supported by a along one which stretched 1.5 km, capable of serving DC and similar aircrafts, while Kisumu was set up strategically to support amphibian type of aircraft landing in the neighbouring Lake Victoria. the airports have since been upgraded to international status. In its brief period of existence, Kenya Airports Authority has undergone tremendous structural changes intended to make the organization a result-driven and customer focused establishment. Currently, the Authority is undertaking major projects to improve existing aerodromes in the country as well as build new ones to cater for growth in key sectors of the economy such as tourism, horticulture, and trade.
Job Description
Job Purpose
The General Manager, Security Services will be responsible for planning, organizing, communicating and providing direction for implementing organization policy and standards required in the National and International Aviation Security standards and recommended practices.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Developing strategies, policies and procedures on Security in line with the International Standards, recommended practices and the Strategic Plan;
- Ensuring implementation of the National Civil Aviation Security programmes;
- Ensuring that each airport develops and implements an Aerodrome Manual and Security Management Systems;
- Ensuring development and implementation of access control and identification systems;
- Ensuring that airports are supplied with security equipment and facilities that meet appropriate standards;
- Establishing and ensuring implementation of security equipment maintenance and calibration programme at the airports;
- Ensuring the development and implementation of security training and awareness programmes for staff and stakeholders;
- Conducting quarterly security management reviews and reports to the Managing Director/CEO and ensuring that relevant action is taken;
- Ensuring that a system of risk assessment and quality control is developed, implemented and updated in all airports to ensure continous effectiveness;
- Ensuring that security audits, inspections, tests and investigations are undertaken and necessary action taken;
- Ensuring that airport security committees are established and well co-ordinated;
- Ensuring participation in facilitation committees and implementing action plans arising thereof; and
- Ensuring that each airport develops and implements Security Contingency Plans.
Key Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelors degree in Security Management or a relevant field from a recognized institution;
- Relevant Masters degree from a recognized institution;
- Minimum of twelve (12) years practical and relevant working experience four (4) of which must be in a senior management position;
- Qualifications in Aviation will be an added advantage;
- Management Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks;
- Hands on experience and knowledge of ICAO Standards and recommended best practices;
- Proficiency in computer applications; and
- Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Skills and Competencies
Strategy execution, analytical skills, people management, coaching, problem solving & decision-making, financial management, team work, good communication, interpersonal, risk management and leadership skills
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
Contact Information
Name: Hiring Kenya
