Best Search Recruitment - Our client, an Aviation company in Nigeria, is recruiting to fill the below position:
Job Title: Associate Vice President Security
Division: Aviation Security
Department: Aviation Security
Location: Lagos
Reporting To: Vice President Security
Direct reports: Vice President Security
Primary Objective
- To develop and maintain the aviation security department ensuring compliance with National and International regulations.
- To carry out tasks as directed by the Vice President Security
Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Manage and develop all aspects of Aviation Security training
- Develop and maintain the departments audit and quality assurance program
- Develop and supervise departments middle managers and ground personnel
- Maintain good relationships with local and international authorities
- Act as General Manager as required to cover leave and absence
- Ensure the company’s security program is implemented across the network
- Conduct investigations and resolve any security related incidents
- Ensure performance plans and reviews, including training and development requirements are completed for direct reports
- Perform other duties as appropriate and within competence as requested from time to time.
Person Specifications
- Knowledge of advanced explosive and narcotics security screening equipment.
- Previous experience in a similar security role
- Sound knowledge of Aviation security policy
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a pressurized environment.
- Ability to manage, direct, lead by example and supervise a diverse workforce in multi-site locations.
- Ability to handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy that may occur with staff members, visitors, contractors, suppliers, passengers and regulatory authorities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to handle potential volatile situations calmly.
- University graduate/HND.
- 5 years in aviation security or a proven track record of working in a security role.
- Experience of working with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Successful completion of an IATA or ICAO Security Management Training course.
- Physically and medically fit.
Working Relationships:
- Station Managers
- Passenger Service Assistants
- Nigerian Immigration
Nigerian Police Force:
- Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority
- Federal Airport Authority Nigeria
- Operations Managers
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested candidates should please forward their updated CV's to:
[email protected]