About the Role
The Department of Basic Education is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director: Security Administration to join their Pretoria Head Office. This role is crucial in maintaining safety and security within educational environments across South Africa, ensuring that schools and departments are protected from potential threats. As part of this important mandate, you will play a vital role in shaping a secure atmosphere for learners and educators alike, contributing significantly to the overall well-being of the community.
In this position, you will be responsible for implementing security policies and procedures that safeguard educational institutions. Frequent travel will be required as you coordinate security operations and conduct audits to enhance the security landscape within the department. Your expertise will ensure that events are managed securely and that the community can trust in the safety measures provided by the Department of Basic Education.
About the Department
The Department of Basic Education is dedicated to providing a safe and conducive learning environment for all South African learners. With a mandate to improve educational outcomes, the department emphasizes the importance of security in schools and public spaces. By prioritizing safety, the department aims to create an atmosphere where students can thrive academically and socially, ultimately contributing to the nation’s growth and development.
Working within this department offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of many South Africans. You will be part of a team focused on enhancing educational experiences through the implementation of robust security measures, ensuring that safety is never compromised.
What You’ll Do
- Ensure the implementation of security policies, procedures, and standards within the department.
- Facilitate the implementation of the security operations strategy to enhance overall safety.
- Conduct information security audits and inspections, and promote awareness of information storage practices.
- Coordinate the security directorate budget and manage procurement processes.
- Develop and oversee operational procedures during departmental events to maintain security standards.
- Conduct security threat and risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities.
- Facilitate security awareness programs and manage departmental resources effectively.
- Administer event management security plans according to SASREA guidelines.
- Liaise with law enforcement agencies including SSA and SAPS for collaborative security efforts.
- Conduct security investigations to address any incidents or breaches.
What You’ll Need
- National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Security Management.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Senior Security Administration services environment.
- Valid Grade B PSIRA Certificate and a valid driver’s license (minimum B Code).
- Knowledge of access control procedures and prescribed security regulations, such as MPSS and MISS.
- Understanding of the Protection of Information Act, PFMA, and SAREA.
- Familiarity with emergency procedures, conflict management tools, and methodologies.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with strong computer and report writing skills.
- Knowledge of financial and people management principles, with an understanding of program and project management.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
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Requirements
A relevant NQF level 6 (National Diploma) in Security Management, Five (3) years’ experience as Senior Security Administration services environment.Valid Grade B PSIRA Certificate, The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence a minimum of B Code, Knowledge of the access control procedures.
Knowledge of prescribed security procedures and relevant acts (e.
g.
Minimum Physical Security Standard (MPSS), Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS), Protection of Information Act, etc) and Private Security Industry Regulation Authority (PSIRA), Public Finance Management Act (PFMA Act), Safety at Sports and Recreation Event Act (SAREA).
Knowledge on the relevant emergency procedures.
Knowledge of conflict management tools and methodologies.
Understanding of programme and project management.
Knowledge of financial management.
People management and empowerment.
Knowledge of information Security and its prescripts, Excellent communication (both verbal and written), computer, presentations, report writing and networking skills.
Job Duties
Ensure the implementation of security policies, procedures and standards.Facilitate the implementation of security operations strategy.
Conduct Information Security Audit, inspections, information storage and Awareness.
, Coordinate security directorate budget, DMP and procurement.
Coordinate operation procedures during departmental events.
Facilitate and conduct security treat and risk assessments.
Facilitate Security Awarenesses, Management of resources.
Conduct departmental events according to SASREA (Administer event management security plans).
Liaise with Law enforcement e.
g SSA, SAPS, etc.
Conduct Security Investigations.
NB: Take note the position demand excessive travel.
