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About the Organisation
Uganda National Oil Company - UNOC was incorporated as a limited liability company wholly owned by the Government of Uganda in June 2015. Our overall function is to handle the Government of Uganda’s commercial interests in the petroleum sub-sector and to ensure State participation in petroleum activities. The company is also mandated to investigate and propose new upstream, midstream, and downstream ventures initially locally and eventually internationally.
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Uganda
The Uganda National Oil Company Limited (UNOC) is a state-owned enterprise established in 2015 under the Petroleum Acts of 2013, with the mandate to manage Uganda's commercial interests in the petroleum sector and ensure the resource is exploited sustainably. UNOC's purpose is encapsulated in its statement: "Creating Value for Generations."
The company has garnered recognition for its strategic performance management, notably receiving the Balanced Scorecard Institute’s 2023 Award for Excellence, highlighting its strong leadership and organizational alignment. UNOC fosters a culture of innovation and professionalism, offering employees opportunities for holistic development across strategic, operational, and leadership dimensions. Regularly, the company announces job openings in various departments, with details available on their careers page.
Since its inception, UNOC has evolved by integrating sustainability into its corporate strategy, aligning with at least 11 of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Operating from its headquarters in Kampala, UNOC's vision is to be an innovative and profitable company operating across the petroleum value chain for the benefit of all Ugandans. The company's core values include innovation, integrity, and sustainability.
Through its corporate social responsibility initiatives, UNOC is committed to delivering strategic programs that foster long-term relationships with local communities. For more information, visit their official website at https://www.unoc.co.ug/.
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Security Officer job at Uganda National Oil Company - UNOC
Uganda National Oil Company - UNOC
Job Description
DEPARTMENT: Operations
JOB TITLE: Security Officer (1 Vacancy)
REPORTS TO: Security Specialist
JOB PURPOSE: Supervise day-to-day security operations, liaising with contractor security personnel to ensure the safety and security of staff, company premises, and property.
How to Apply
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APPLICATION DEADLINE:
All applications are expected to be submitted from Monday 10th February 2025 and not later than Friday 28th February 2025 by 23:59 Hours (11:59PM EAT)
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ONLY online applications will be considered.
Applicants are required to scan and attach certified copies of the required academic documents only e.g. Transcript, O’level, A’level, Degree certificates.
Each attachment must not exceed a limit of 1MB and ONLY Portable Document Format (pdf) is allowed. Where attachments are more than 1MB, candidates are advised to break them down before uploading.
Academic documents for the successful candidates will be vetted and background checks conducted before they are considered for appointment into the Company.
Applicants without authentic academic transcripts will not be considered.
Any applicant with forged academic documents will be charged in the relevant courts of law.
Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
“UNOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any monies to any candidates during the recruitment process. Report any form of solicitation to +256312444629”
For any inquiries please contact the Human Resource team on recruitment.unoc@unoc.co.ug.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Serve as the first point of contact for routine security matters and concerns across UNOC operations.
Guide external security service providers in implementing UNOC’s security procedures for offices, residential areas, and operational sites.
Oversee day-to-day liaison and supervision of the external security services contract.
Assist the Security Specialist in conducting security risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and threats to UNOC operations.
Support the implementation of access control procedures to safeguard company assets and information.
Investigate and resolve all security incident reports, preparing and submitting lessons learned.
Update evacuation plans in coordination with the Health and Safety Specialist.
Maintain security logs for all incidents and occurrences at UNOC offices, facilities, and operational areas.
Organize and deliver routine security briefings and training to external security service providers.
Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor(s).
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in any discipline from a recognized university.
Training in Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights is a plus.
Certification in Security Management from an internationally recognized security institution is advantageous.
Possession of relevant certification in health and safety is an added advantage.
A minimum of four (4) years of experience in security (Private Security Company, Army, or Police).
Experience in security operations within the oil and gas, manufacturing, or construction industries is beneficial.
Experience in remote site operations is an added advantage.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.
Strong investigative and analytical skills.
Knowledge of contractor management practices.
Proficiency in conducting security risk assessments.
Security monitoring and reporting expertise.
Experience conducting security audits and investigations.
Security incident management capabilities.
Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
Excellent stakeholder engagement abilities.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
