Chief Security Officer at Bowen University

Bowen University is a licensed private institution owned by the Nigerian Baptist Convention and established in July 2001 with a commitment to high performance and adding a distinctly moral dimension and Godly value to tertiary education in Nigeria and beyond.

Applications are invited from suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Security Officer (BUSS 13)

Location: Iwo, Osun

Job Description
The successful candidate would be expected to discharge the following duties:

  • Responsible to the Vice-Chancellor on all security matters
  • Advises the Vice-Chancellor on regular basis on security matters as it relates to staff and students.
  • Advises the Vice-Chancellor on community relations and its security implications
  • Responsible for the day-to-day co-ordination of the Security Unit.
  • Coordinates the investigation unit, supervises the Senior Security Officer in investigating all cases including security related cases that concern students and staff of the institution.
  • Assess and determine cases with serious security implication for quick response and take appropriate actions
  • Assign cases for investigation and maintain proper diary of all cases handled by the Unit
  • Ensures timely submission of investigation reports.
  • Responsible for the maintenance of peace and order in the University Campus.
  • Cooperates with other units for effective service delivery
  • Ensure the intelligence section provides timely and accurate intelligence and take appropriate actions with such information
  • Assess and determine immediate security threats in and around the institution.
  • Keep an eye on staff and students as well as maintain a security list of those involved or suspected to be involved in anti- social vices
  • Organizes training programmes for the personnel of the Unit
  • Coordinates the general supervision, discipline and welfare of Security Staff
  • Liaises with State Security Agencies on all security matters and appear before any competent and recognised lawful institution as may be required
  • Ensure close liaison with the Director of Student Support Services for effective co-ordination of students’ activities for peace and harmony on campus
  • Carries out other duties as may be assigned by the superior officer.

Qualifications and Experience
Candidate most possess the following qualifications:

  • A good honours Degree in Security Studies, Peace and Conflicts Studies, Humanities, Social Sciences, Law and Education not below 2nd class Lower Division from a recognized University with at least twelve (12) years cognate experience in a related job
  • A Security Personnel not below the rank of Captain or a Superintendent of Police with at least eighteen (18) years experience and other relevant qualifications on the job with evidence of certificate of service.
  • Membership of a professional Chartered Security Body will be an added advantage.

Salary and Conditions of Services
Bowen University runs a unique remuneration package, which is similar to what obtains in other tertiary institutions and the University is a fully residential institution. Consequently, it is mandatory for the staff of the University to be resident within Iwo or Ogbomoso, as may be applicable.

Deadline: 28th November, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit 10 type-written copies of their Application Letter and Curriculum Vitae, giving information in the following format:

  • Full Name (Surname first in capital, followed by comma and other names not in capital letter except the first letter).
  • Date of Birth
  • Town / Ward
  • Local Government of Origin
  • State of Origin
  • Gender
  • Nationality
  • Religion / Denomination
  • Permanent Home Address
  • Current Home / Postal Address
  • Telephone Number / Whatsapp Number
  • E-mail Address
  • Marital Status
  • Name of Spouse
  • Address of Spouse
  • Telephone Number / Whatsapp Number of Spouse
  • Number of Children with Ages
  • Name, address, and GSM number of Next-Of-Kin (other than spouse)

All completed Application Letters together with relevant supporting documents and Curriculum Vitae should be submitted in hard copies to:
The Registrar,
Bowen University,
P.M.B. 283, Iwo,
Osun State, Nigeria.

And
Send soft copies (PDF) to: registrar@bowen.edu.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only applicants find appointable will be contacted for interview


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