Security and Facility Officer

FINCA Head Office, Dar es Salaam

Job Summary

The Security and Facilities Officer is responsible for the implementation, execution, control, supervision, and development of projects, properties, and assets management in coordination with project sponsors/functional heads. This role is crucial for ensuring the security of the Bank's assets, staff, customers, and operation premises. The Officer is also responsible for preparing reports and records of properties management in line with the Administration Policies and Procedures Manual, and for protecting FINCA Tanzania Staff, assets, customers, and records in accordance with the defined FINCA Tanzania Security Policy.

Essential Duties

Security Management

• Plan and implement organizational security policies in line with the FINCA Tanzania Security Manual.
• Patrolling and Surveillance: Conduct regular foot or vehicle patrols of the interior/exterior to check doors, windows, and gates for signs of intrusion or tampering.
• Access Control: Manage entry/exit points, verify visitor IDs, issue badges, and screen personnel or vehicles in line with the bank policy.
• Monitoring and Inspection: Monitor security personnel and all alarm systems and CCTV cameras to detect suspicious behavior or safety hazards.
• Emergency Response: Act as first responders to emergencies such as fire, medical incidents, or security breaches, including evacuating, providing first aid, and calling authorities.
• Reporting and Documentation: Maintain detailed, accurate daily logs (occurrence books) and write incident reports for accidents, thefts, or vandalism in line with bank policy.
• Safety Protocol Enforcement: Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and health procedures.
• Customer Service: Provide assistance and directions to guests, employees, and visitors in a courteous manner (i.e., receive and guide bank customers according to bank policy).

Property Management

• Work with the Administration Manager to identify premises and negotiate lease terms.
• Preparation of maintenance plans and supervision of maintenance of premises and other assets.
• Space rationalization planning and management of properties under FINCA control.
• Responsible for clear definition of Project Charters and Scope of Work by FINCA and vendors for each phase of the project.
• Manage the overall implementation of project activities, coordinating all phases of the project and ensuring delivery of project objectives within the planned boundaries of time, budget, personnel, and material resources.
• Manage all costs related to assigned projects and maintain the approved cost allocation methodology for all project costs.
• Report and classify problems identified throughout the project.
• Identify and initiate remedial actions based on performance monitoring, assessment, and reporting related to any projects assigned.
• Follow up on all monitoring, reporting, and assessments through: Review, negotiation, and establishment of management responses, assignment of responsibility for remediation, and tracking of the results of committed actions.

Service and Maintenance Management

• Equipment servicing (e.g., fire extinguishers, air conditioners, generators) as well as inspection of premises and preparation of inspection reports.
• Ensure repair and maintenance of all premises and facilities (including telephones).

Procurement Committee

• Update the Administration Manager on procurement requirements.

Performance Report

• Prepare a variance report for Capex and/or Opex budgets against expenditure that takes place in the month.
• Prepare a variance report for projections against actual expenditure that takes place in the month.

Qualifications and Competence

Education

• A Diploma or university degree education.

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with CCTV, alarm systems, and other security technology.

Background Check

• Must have a clean criminal record.

Language

• A good command in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.

Experience and Competence

• 1-2 years’ experience in Security Management, preferably in Banking and Financial institutions or related operational roles, facilities management, building maintenance.
• Alertness: Maintaining high awareness to identify potential security threats.
• Communication: Interacting effectively with staff, public, and emergency services.
• Integrity: Displaying honesty and dedication to the job.
• Conflict Management: Ability to handle and resolve conflicts or de-escalate confrontations.
• Physical Fitness: Capability to stand for long periods, walk for patrols, and respond quickly.
• Team Coordination: Work closely with other security personnel and departments to maintain overall safety.
• Vendor Management.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety regulations (OSHA).
• National Service (JKT) training or Police training will be an added advantage.
• Previous experience in security, Police, or military sectors is also an added advantage.

Application Instructions

Apply: Send your CV not later than April 2, 2026, to TZ_Recruitment@finca.co.tz

#Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.