Vacancy title:
Security Officer
Employment type: Full time, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Protective Services, Cleaning & Facilities, Social Services & Nonprofit
Jobs at:
Warrior Squad Foundation
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, November 20 2026
Duty Station:
WSF Kaabong office | Kaabong
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, November 7 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Job purpose
The Security Officer is responsible for the day-to-day security and basic upkeep of the WSF Kaabong office. The post holder ensures safe access to the premises, accurate staff movement records, and a clean, orderly working environment so that programme teams can operate effectively.
Key responsibilities
- Open and close the office gate according to the approved schedule and security procedures.
- Control access to the premises, and verify and record all visitors and vehicles entering and leaving.
- Ensure that no unauthorised persons, vehicles or property enter or leave the compound.
- Maintain accurate daily records of staff arrival and departure in the attendance/log book.
- Keep the visitors’ book and vehicle movement register up to date and legible.
- Hand over clearly to the next shift, noting any incidents or pending issues in the log book.
- Conduct regular security patrols of the office compound and surrounding areas, by day and night.
- Check that doors, windows, lights, the water supply and office equipment are secure at the end of each shift.
- Monitor and promptly report any security concerns, incidents or suspicious activity to the supervisor.
- Assist with basic emergency response, such as fire or medical incidents, and contact the relevant authorities when directed.
- Support the cleanliness of the office compound, including sweeping, slashing and basic cleaning support.
- Ensure proper waste collection and disposal in line with office guidelines.
- Uphold the WSF Code of Conduct, safeguarding policy, confidentiality and professional standards at all times.
- Treat staff, visitors and community members with courtesy and respect.
- Take care of security equipment and office property entrusted to the post holder.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Office Administration Assistant or supervisor.
Qualifications and experience
- Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE, Senior Four) or equivalent.
- Previous experience in security, guard duties or a similar role.
- Physically fit and able to stand, walk and remain alert for extended periods.
- Willingness to work shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.
- Basic written and spoken English, with the ability to keep clear records.
- A clean criminal record and good conduct.
- Added advantage: Ability to speak Ngakarimojong or another local language used in Kaabong, a certificate in security or guard training, basic first aid or fire safety training, and residence in or near Kaabong Town.
Key competencies
- Reliability, punctuality and good time management.
- Honesty, integrity and respect for confidentiality.
- Good observation skills and alertness.
- A calm and respectful manner when dealing with staff, visitors and the public.
- Ability to follow instructions and keep accurate records.
- Willingness to support both security and basic office hygiene tasks.
- Commitment to WSF’s values of dignity, peace, accountability and community partnership.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: high school
Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now (recruitment@wsfug.org) .
Interested candidates should submit the following, addressed to the Executive Director, Warrior Squad Foundation, P.O. Box 870136, Kotido:
- A cover letter (not more than one page) stating suitability for the position.
- A CV with three (3) referees, including the most recent employer or a local leader (LC1 or Parish Chief) who knows the applicant well, with their phone contacts.
- Copies of academic certificates (UCE) and National ID.
- Copies of any security, first aid or fire safety training certificates (if available).
Combine all documents into one PDF and Mail with the subject line “Application: Security Officer, Kaabong”. Hand-delivered applications may be submitted at the WSF Kaabong Office or WSF Head Office, Moroto Road, Kotido. For enquiries, call +256 393 224534. Applications should be addressed to the Executive Director, Warrior Squad Foundation.
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