Security Officer – Operations

Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

The Council of Mulungushi University is an equal opportunity employer and is inviting qualified and sufficiently motivated individuals to apply for the following positions in the University:

Responsibilities or duties

To ensure security of University properties, staff and students from any harm while on campus. To also ensure that there is no intrusion, theft, tempering or damage in line with service level agreements or agreed standards with outsourced security service providers.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• A full Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five Credits that must include English Language
• A Diploma in Law or Security Management or Conflict Studies or Public Administration or any Social Science from a recognized College or University
• A degree in any of the above disciplines will be an added advantage
• Certificate in Police or Military training
• Functional computer literacy skills

Experience needed

• Must have at least attained the level of Inspector in the Zambia Police or Lieutenant in the Zambia Army
• At least two years of police or military work experience

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Responsibilities

• To ensure security of University properties, staff and students from any harm while on campus.
• To also ensure that there is no intrusion, theft, tempering or damage in line with service level agreements or agreed standards with outsourced security service providers.

Skills

• Functional computer literacy skills

Qualifications

• A full Grade 12 School Certificate with at least five Credits that must include English Language
• A Diploma in Law or Security Management or Conflict Studies or Public Administration or any Social Science from a recognized College or University
• A degree in any of the above disciplines will be an added advantage
• Certificate in Police or Military training
• Must have at least attained the level of Inspector in the Zambia Police or Lieutenant in the Zambia Army

How to Apply

Job application procedure
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Candidates meeting the stated requirements are encouraged to submit their application either in hard copy , as a single PDF document attaching the following:

• A detailed and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae with at least three traceable referees
• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
• Any other relevant supporting documents
• Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA) validation

Applications must be addressed to:

The Registrar

Mulungushi University

P O Box 80415

KABWE

Closing date for receipt of applications is 4th September, 2026