Security and Compliance Team Lead at Yalelo Zambia

Job Overview

Yalelo is seeking a Security and Compliance Team Lead. The Security and Compliance Team Lead will ensure the safety of the organization’s assets, personnel, and information. This role involves managing a team of security and compliance auditors, managing security personnel, implementing security strategies, auditing processes and transactions, and ensuring compliance with internal regulations and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Security Planning and Management
• Develop and implement comprehensive security plans and policies to protect assets, personnel, and information.
• Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
• Coordinate and maintain emergency response plans, such as evacuations during emergencies.
• Security Operations Management
• Manage and supervise security personnel, including recruiting, training, and ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills and resources.
• Oversee access control for buildings and restricted areas.
• Monitor and manage Control Room operations, shift activity, and site stock loss prevention across Distribution Centers, warehouses, and offsite zones
• Risk Mitigation & Incident Response
• Investigate security breaches, determine root causes, and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
• Conduct Security Vulnerability Assessments and follow up on mitigation efforts.
• Maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies and external security vendors.
• Transaction Auditing & Compliance
• Audit processes and transactions to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Utilize financial software for transaction analysis.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant security regulations and standards.
• Employee Training & Education
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance employee security awareness and adherence to policies.
• Conduct weekly operational briefings and daily supervision to enforce SOP compliance.
• Reporting & Documentation
• Complete detailed reports on observations, incidents, occurrences, and surveillance activities.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment, schedules, and operational data.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience preferably in FMCG.
• Account experience in audit and compliance is an added advantage.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Proven experience of leadership
• Ability to demonstrate previous experience in planning, executing, and reporting on audits.
• Familiarity with implementing and monitoring control procedures.

Qualifications

• Full Grade 12 Certificate verified by ZAQA
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Security Management, Criminal Justice, or a similar discipline verified by ZAQA

Must have skills

• Analytical and Critical Thinking
• Strong communication skill both verbal and written
• Proficiency in Audit Software and Microsoft Office
• Detail Oriented
• High levels of Integrity