Career notice

Security Officer

The Security Officer protects UIRI's personnel, visitors, assets, facilities, equipment, and materials by enforcing security procedures, conducting patrols, monitoring access and surveillance systems, responding to incidents, and supporting a safe working environment across the Institute's campuses and operations.

Role overview

Job summary

The Security Officer protects UIRI's personnel, visitors, assets, facilities, equipment, and materials by enforcing security procedures, conducting patrols, monitoring access and surveillance systems, responding to incidents, and supporting a safe working environment across the Institute's campuses and operations.

Duties

Key responsibilities

  1. 01Guard and secure UIRI premises, including offices, laboratories, workshops, pilot plants, warehouses, and other facilities through regular patrols and access control.
  2. 02Control entry and exit of staff, visitors, vehicles, and materials; verify identification and maintain visitor/vehicle logs.
  3. 03Monitor CCTV cameras, alarm systems, access control, and other electronic security equipment, and report irregularities promptly.
  4. 04Detect, prevent, and respond to security threats, theft, vandalism, unauthorized access, or other incidents and take appropriate first-response actions.
  5. 05Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability checks of facilities and report findings to the supervisor.
  6. 06Support emergency response and evacuation procedures.
  7. 07Perform any other related duties assigned by the supervisor or Management.

Eligibility

Requirements

  • Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) / O-Level Certificate.
  • Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from Uganda Police / Interpol clearance.
  • At least two (02) years of relevant experience in security operations in a reputable organisation.

Application

How to apply

  • Submit a cover letter, CV and academic documents before 17:00 hrs EAT on 27 November 2026.
  • Address submissions to Uganda Industrial Research Institute (UIRI), Plot 42A Mukabya Road, Nakawa Industrial Area, Kampala.
  • Ensure to sign the register of received applications.

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