MANAGER, AVIATION SECURITY (JOB GRADE S8)REF: SS/MAS/ FEBRUARY 2025
a) Job Purpose
The job holder is responsible for aviation security compliance to International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Standards and Recommended Practices and National Civil Aviation Security Quality Control Programs within the aerodromes.
b) Key Duties and Responsibilities
i. Leading implementation of National Civil Aviation Security, International Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs);
ii. Developing and implementing security strategies, policies, legal framework and procedures that comply with the requirements of national and international standards and recommended practices;
iii. Implementing the national civil aviation security quality control schedule of aviation security audits, inspections, tests and surveys in aerodromes and obtain approval from regulatory body;
iv. Developing and reviewing the airport civil aviation security programs, security contingency plans and standard operating procedures of all aerodromes to conform to regulatory requirements;
v. Coordinating aviation security risk assessments at aerodromes are carried out to identify security concerns and corrective action plan are developed and undertake continuous aviation security surveillance;
vi. Ensuring, aviation security deficiencies identified during quality control activities have been resolved and closed;
vii. Coordinating with the national security and international agencies and other stakeholders in investigating matters related to acts of unlawful interference to civil aviation and other emerging threats and provides security emergency plans; and
viii. Spearheading research and recommending to the Authority on new and emerging technology for aviation security equipment to mitigate emerging aviation risks and threats.
c) Key Qualifications and Experience
i. Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Security Management, Forensics, Military Science or a related field from a recognized institution
ii. Master’s degree in Criminology, Security Management, Military Science or a related field from a recognized institution
iii. Minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience three (3) of which must be in a managerial/supervisory position
iv. Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
v. Professional qualification in aviation security or related field (Certification in Aviation, Security in ICAO Civil Aviation National Inspectors Course or ICAO security auditing Course, Certification of ICAO Universal Security Audit Program (USAP- CMA) amongst others)
vi. Proficiency in computer applications
d) Skills and Competencies
Risk management, coaching, people management, good communication skills, analytical, problem solving & decision-making skills.
Terms and Conditions of Service
Permanent and pensionable terms as per the provisions of the Authority’s Human Resource Policy and Procedures Manual.
Documents to be submitted by the Applicants
Application letter should be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), a daytime phone contact, email address, email and telephone contacts of three (3) referees, copies of academic and relevant professional certificates and a copy of the National Identity Card.
Kindly note that prospective applicants can only apply for a single position which they consider themselves most suitable. Multiple applications for different positions will not be considered.
Application Criteria
The full details of the advertisement can be accessed on KAA Website https://www.kaa.go.ke under Careers Section for detailed job descriptions, requirements for appointment and instructions on how to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit the following clearance certificates as per the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010:
(i) Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
(ii) Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
(iii) Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
(iv) Clearance from the Ethics & Anti-corruption Authority (EACC)
(v) Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
The clearance certificates should be valid and current. The self-declaration Form from EACC should indicate the respective position that is being applied for. Only shortlisted and successful candidates shall be contacted. Shortlisted candidates shall be required to provide original National Identity Card, Academic and Professional Certificates during the interview.
Submission of Applications
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications via electronic mail [email protected] or in hard copy quoting the Job Reference on the Email title line or on the envelope to:
Managing Director / CEO
Kenya Airports Authority
KAA Head Office, Airport North Road
P. O Box 19001-00501, Nairobi Kenya.
To be considered, your application must be received not later than Monday, 10th March 2025 at 5.00pm East African Time addressed to the contact provided above. KAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Persons with Disabilities, Minority & Marginalized Groups are encouraged to apply. Canvasing in any form or failure to attach any of the stipulated documents shall lead to automatic disqualification.