Security Guard - Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences

Position: Security Guard – Night

Under the Executive Secretary, the Security Guard (Night) is responsible for securing the premises and personnel by patrolling the premises, monitoring and inspecting buildings, equipment, vehicles and access points.

Scope of Work

• Patrol premises of the Academy and monitor movements to and from the premises at night;
• Inspect buildings, equipment, and access points to guard against theft, property damage, violence, infraction of rules, intrusion, etc;
• Prevent losses and damage by reporting theft, unauthorized persons, illegal or suspicious activities and unusual occurrences;
• Complete reports by recording observations, information and occurrences;
• Establish cordial relationships with personnel in all departments; and
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Executive Secretary.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Applicant must possess a minimum of WASSCE/SSSCE/GCE Ordinary Level/General Business Certificate Examination with credits in five subjects including English Language and Mathematics;
• Any additional certification in a security-related area from a recognized institution will be an added advantage; and
• Must have at least two years of relevant experience.

Qualities

• Vigilant, alert and constantly aware of one’s surroundings;
• Must be honest and have integrity;
• Physically and medically fit and within a healthy and weight range;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written);
• Good manners and comportment; and
• Must not be more than thirty-five (35) years of age by the end of December 2023.

Tenure

Performance-based promotion or until the incumbent reaches the compulsory retirement age of 60 years.

Remuneration: Remuneration is equivalent to that of a Security Guard (Night) in a public university in Ghana

Location: Accra