Principal Enforcement Officer at Home Affairs and Police

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Principal Enforcement Officer at Home Affairs and Police

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July 15, 2026

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MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS AND POLICE

CIRCULAR NOTICE NO. 3 OF 2026

Reference: MoHAP/EXT/CIRC/3

The Ministry Of Home Affairs And Police (Police Department) Invites Applications From Suitably Qualified Local Candidates For The Following Vacant Positions:

Job Title

Principal Enforcement Officer

Grade: H

Responsible To: Deputy Registrar

Number of Positions: 1

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Deputy Registrar of Private Security Companies, the incumbent will be responsible for facilitating inspections, development, and supervision of the implementation of compliance policies, strategies, and measures to enhance compliance, and coordinating with industrial stakeholders for the management of the private security industry.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Facilitating Inspection of Private Security Companies to Promote Professionalism and Integrity of Private Security Company Services
  • Plan and coordinate inspections of private security companies to assess compliance with regulatory standards and operational protocols as per the Private Security Offices Act.
  • Conduct thorough investigations and audits to identify potential violations and areas for improvement.
  • Develop and implement strategies to address non-compliance issues to improve service quality.
  • Facilitating Development and Supervision of the Implementation of Compliance Policies and Strategies
  • Monitor and evaluate compliance initiatives to assess effectiveness and identify opportunities for enhancement.
  • Provide guidance and training to staff on policies and procedures.
  • Report on compliance metrics and performance to senior management and the Board regulating the private security industry.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify compliance gaps and areas for improvement.
  • Implementation of Measures to Curb or Mitigate Non-Compliance
  • Collaborate with the Department of Police and Labour to investigate the root causes of non-compliance, especially cases of serious misconduct within the industry, and develop corrective and preventive actions.
  • Ensure corrective measures are implemented to mitigate risks and improve compliance.
  • Monitor and track compliance improvement efforts to assess effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
  • Coordinating with Stakeholders on Serious Breaches to Ensure Compliance
  • Identify and assess serious breaches of regulatory requirements or operational protocols and report as required.
  • Liaise with external stakeholders such as the Police by reporting and facilitating further investigation of private security companies’ and guards’ breaches.
  • Monitor compliance trends and recommend improvements to prevent future breaches within the private security industry.
  • Supervision of Inspection Activities and Assessments to Mitigate Operational Risks
  • Plan and schedule audits and assessments to evaluate compliance with operational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead inspection teams in conducting thorough examinations of the operational activities of private security companies and identify risks thereof.
  • Develop and present action plans to the Registrar to address identified risks and enhance operational efficiency for Board approval.
  • Coordination of Private Security Officers’ and Guards’ Training
  • Collaborate with the Ministry of Education in developing training programmes and materials for enhancing competency and assessing their effectiveness.
  • Conduct training sessions and workshops to sensitise Security Officers and Guards on the code of good conduct and procedures.
  • Provide guidance and support to Security Officers in understanding and implementing required compliance-related initiatives.
  • Provision of Guidance, Training, and Management of Staff Performance
  • Provide ongoing guidance and support to subordinate staff to ensure clarity on tasks, objectives, and performance expectations.
  • Monitor staff performance and implement strategies to optimise productivity and efficiency of the section.
  • Periodically evaluate performance and provide constructive feedback to facilitate professional development and improved service delivery.
  • Preparation of Activity Plans and Budget
  • Develop annual work plans for the unit and report progress thereof.
  • Draw up the annual budget to ensure activities are funded and implemented as planned.
  • Participate in annual strategic planning and budgeting processes.

Job Specifications

Applicants Must Possess Either

Option 1

  • Master’s Degree in Development Studies, Public Administration, Security Management/Studies, Industrial Sociology, or Criminology.

Plus

  • A minimum of three (3) years’ working experience in registration and management of the private security industry.
  • Extensive knowledge of security risk management and enforcement of compliance within the private security industry.

OR

Option 2

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies, Public Administration, Criminology, or Security Management/Studies.

Plus

  • Six (6) years’ working experience in registration and management of the private security industry.
  • Progressive working experience within the security service in a supervisory role. Exposure to using data analysis or monitoring and evaluation tools will be an added advantage.
  • Experience in analysing security intelligence to support security risk assessment will be an added advantage.

Relevant Knowledge

  • Strong knowledge of laws regulating the private security industry and international standards such as ICoCA and ISO 28000.
  • Sound knowledge of security risk management frameworks and tools.
  • Threat identification and vulnerability analysis.
  • Familiarity with relevant legal frameworks and procedures regulating the private security industry.
  • Knowledge of training requirements for private security personnel.
  • Ability to initiate educational programmes and resources to promote compliance awareness.
  • Ability to troubleshoot enforcement challenges and implement corrective measures.
  • Ability to analyse risks and operational vulnerabilities to mitigate threats using ISO 31000 standards.

Skills and Competencies

  • High ethical standards and integrity.
  • Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Team management and leadership.
  • Ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders.
  • Report writing.
  • Advanced skills in conducting investigations.
  • Coordination and communication skills.

Application Procedure

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Human Resource Office

Old Traffic Building

Basement Room 2 or 12

Closing Date: 29 July 2026

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