University of Zimbabwe
DUE: 20 JUN 2025
DEPUTY DIRECTOR, ASSET PROTECTION SERVICES
Reports to: Director, Asset Protection Services
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the Director, Asset Protection Services in developing
and implementing security policies, procedures, and
strategies. - Directs overall department strategic planning, organizational
development, human capital actions, compliance, resource
allocation and budgets. - Coordinate all security operations relating to important
University events. - Responsible for performance planning, measurement and
Appraisals of all personnel in the department. - Provide counsel on the interpretation and implementation of
University rules and regulations. - Supervise security personnel, including managers, Asset
Protection officers and other ranks, and provide guidance
and support. - Conduct risk assessments to identify potential security
threats and develop strategies to mitigate them. - Supervise the investigation of incidents of theft, vandalism,
and other security breaches, and provide recommendations
for improvement. - Collaborate with law enforcement agencies to ensure
effective security operations. - Develop and deliver training programs for Asset Protection
personnel and employees on security procedures and
protocols. - Organise and co-ordinate community engagements
programs falling under the purview of the Asset Protection
Services department - Carrying out any other duties as assigned by the Director,
Asset Protection Services.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as Security and
Risk Management/ Police and Security Studies/
Criminology/Law or Business Administration. - A Master’s degree in any of the above, or any related fields.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in security management or
a related field, preferably in a higher education setting, of
which 5 years must have been in a senior management
position. - Experience in working in uniformed forces is a distinct
advantage. - Certification in security management, or a related field, is
desirable.
TO APPLY
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Applicants will be required to follow the following application procedure:
1. Completion of an application form through the following link: https://forms.gle/fKFYX8iPxG2DR9xT8
2. After completing the Application Form on the above link, applicants must submit six (6) copies of applications. Each set of application must be accompanied by a Curriculum Vitae, giving full particulars including full name; place, date of birth, ID, birth certificate and copies of academic and professional qualifications, all certified. Applicants must give information on experience, date of availability, telephone numbers, names and addresses of three contactable referees. Applications should be hand delivered to Office No. 113 Administration Building at the University of Zimbabwe or posted to:
Deputy Registrar
Human Capital Management
University of Zimbabwe
P.O Box MP 167
HARARE
Closing date of receipt of applications is Friday 20th of June, 2025
The University of Zimbabwe is an equal opportunity employer and therefore men and women are equally encouraged to apply.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted