HEAD PUBLIC SAFETY – CITY OF HARARE

CITY OF HARARE

HARARE TO ACHIEVE A WORLD
CLASS CITY STATUS BY 2025
VACANCY NOTICE: CS/03/2023
POST:HEAD PUBLIC SAFETY (1 POSITION)
GRADE: 4
LOCATION: H.M.P.
DEPARTMENT: CHAMBER SECRETARY
REPORTING TO: CHAMBER SECRETARY
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for appointment to the above vacant position.
JOB OBJECTIVE
The incumbent is responsible for the coordination of the security and enforcement function in the City of Harare with the overall aim of protecting the public, safeguarding strategic assets of the council and creating a safe environment for the conduct of business.
KEY RESULT AREAS
⦁ Developing and implementing security policies, strategies and procedures.
⦁ Management of the City of Harare By-Laws enforcement relating to traffic, environmental protection, and public health.
⦁ Planning, organizing and overseeing work of the Harare Municipal Police, Traffic Enforcement and Research and Training Sections
⦁ Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with national security agencies and coordinating work with other City departments and relevant stakeholders in advancing the security of the public, City of Harare employees, and the City’s strategic assets.
⦁ Allocation and utilization of resources in the division to achieve capital effectiveness and efficiency.
QUALIFICATIONS
⦁ Security Management Degree/Social Science from a reputable institution
⦁ MBA/MBLorequivalent
⦁ Full member of a recognized professional body
⦁ Driver’s Licence a must
⦁ A Clean Criminal Record
EXPERIENCE
⦁ 5-7 years security experience with at least 2 years at
Chief Superintendent or equivalent rank or higher
COMPETENCES:
⦁ High levels of security consciousness
⦁ High levels of command and control skills
⦁ Stakeholder Management skills
⦁ High levels of personal and professional integrity
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
⦁ A competitive salary commensurate with each post and other benefits will be disclosed at the interview.
NB: City of Harare is an equal opportunities employer.