Regional Security Officer - Ekiti

About this role

The role is for a Regional Security Officer overseeing security operations in Ekiti for Moniepoint Inc. The position focuses on protecting people, offices and assets, leading on-ground security teams, and proactively identifying risks to support safe, productive regional operations. It involves developing and enforcing security policies, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining relationships with law enforcement and emergency services. The role requires managing security personnel and implementing training, as well as staying updated on security technology and resilience practices. The job targets candidates with substantial security leadership experience and relevant qualifications, who can maintain safety and enable business continuity in the region.

What you would do

• Lead the implementation of security policies across the region to protect people, offices and equipment.
• Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and design risk-reduction strategies.
• Supervise and mentor security guards and armed personnel to ensure effective performance.
• Liaise with law enforcement and emergency services for emergency readiness and response.
• Lead responses to security breaches and incidents and prepare factual reports for learning and improvement.
• Design and deliver training programmes for security staff and employees on safety protocols.
• Stay informed about security trends and technologies and apply them to regional operations.
• Provide guidance on asset recovery and fraud investigation as needed by the business.
• Support business resilience by ensuring security measures enable ongoing operations.
• Coordinate and participate in drills and exercises to maintain high security readiness.

What they are asking for

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience leading a security team in guard services or physical security, or 5 years as a supervisor in ex-commissioned services (military, police, or paramilitary).
• Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Psychology, Criminal Justice or related field.
• Recognised security certifications such as CPP, PSP, or CPO.
• Clean criminal record and successful background check.
• Proficiency with automated security systems (CCTV, burglar alarms, etc.).
• Ability to communicate in local dialects of the major tribes in the assigned region.
• Strong leadership, clear communication, and proactive problem-solving abilities.

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