Cipla Quality Chemical Industries Limited (CiplaQCIL) is the largest pharmaceutical manufacturer in East Africa and one of the largest in SubSaharan Africa (SSA). At CiplaQCIL, we are not mere manufacturers of medicine. What we make are memories. Memories that may not have been there to be remembered, had a life not been lived. We make people better and we save lives. CiplaQCIL is a World Health Organization (WHO) CGMP compliant facility that manufactures antiretrovirals, artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACTS) and Hepatitis medicines to treat HIV/ AIDS, Malaria, and Hepatitis.
We are looking for professionally confident, self-motivated individuals, who are also committed team players to strengthen our staff capacity by filling the following vacant positions.

Job Title: Security Manager
Reports to: Head of Human Resources
Job Summary:
The Security Manager will be responsible for the overall security operations and systems of the company including management of outsourced security firm, CCTV Surveillance & supporting security investigations. The role holder will also be responsible for ensuring safety and security of company assets, premises, and staff, including permitting entry & exit of items and individuals in/out of company premises.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement strategic interventions for security operations with the aim of improving the company security
• Assess security risks and establish flexible security solutions, policies, initiatives, or standards to prevent any dangers
• Coordinate the third-party security guards in accordance with the agreed service contract terms
• Regularly sensitize staff about imminent security threats/fraudulent activities and guide them on the appropriate counter measures
• Strengthen security awareness and skills of staff
• keep a non-compromised record of people, items, and goods movement in and out of the company
• Conduct periodic performance reviews on the security firm responsible for guarding company premises
• Serve as the focal point for all security incidents/response execution and planning
• Investigate theft or fraud cases that will occur at company premises
• Make periodic reports to management on security matters
• Any other task as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
• A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in any field from a recognised institution with any relevant security training
• At least five years of relevant experience in a busy reputable organization
• Being an ex-police officer is an added advantage
• Experience in developing and implementing security risk management standards
• A good understanding and implementation of emergency preparedness plans including evacuation from buildings
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Flexible to respond to a range of different work situations
• Excellent verbal/written communication and customer care skills
• Ability to follow lawful orders and authority
• High degree of integrity and honesty
• Good understanding of key security procedure