Sylvester Okina

As a junior criminology graduate, I bring a unique perspective to the security and safety arena. My understanding of criminal behavior, psychology and social dynamics allows me to assess clients' background effectively, identifying any red flags or discrepancies. On the other hand, my crime analytical skills help me to thoroughly evaluate individuals in the security and safety workforce hence making informed hiring decisions to the organization.

Moreover, my knowledge of crime prevention strategies equips me to spot potential risks within the workforce and implement proactive measures to mitigate them. Overall, my background in criminology makes me adept at assessing individuals, understanding human behavior and ensuring the safety and security of the organization.

Security Intelligence Officer / Security Supervisor at PRIDE KINGS SECURITY SERVICES (2025-01 – 2026-01)

Contracted as a security intelligence officer and promoted to security supervisor position after four months of service.

• Conducting both foot and motor vehicle patrols at campus premises and highways
• Supervising contracted security
• Gathering security intelligence
• Conducting threat and risk assessment
• Collecting sensitive information and providing recommendations
• Controlling access and egress into and out of campus and facilities
• Monitoring surveillance equipment e.g. CCTV's
• Responding to emergencies
• Deterring crime and criminal activities

Assistant Security Officer at Kenya Revenue Authority (2021-09 – 2021-11)

Attached at Kenya Revenue Authority managing security operations and investigations.

• Supervising contracted security personnel both armed and unarmed (Hatari Security)
• Monitoring routine operations in work stations
• Manning surveillance systems
• Conducting investigations and inquiries into road traffic accidents and incidents affecting KRA staff, property and assets
• Recording reported or observed security related incidents
• Attending scenes of crime, compiling and submitting preliminary reports
• Ensuring security equipment is maintained in good working condition
• Liaising with other security agencies on matters that require a multi-agency approach
• Conducting regular security spot checks/patrols within KRA stations

Enumerator at Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (2019-09 – 2019-09)

Contracted for the national census project.

• Performed interviews and filling in forms in order to collect the data provided by interviewees from the household
• Administered the information that the interviewer is interested in having usually related to demographic information
• Compiled preliminary field survey reports and reporting to the Content supervisor
• Escalated any anomaly on the electronic gadgets used in the exercise to the content supervisor
• Performed any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor

Clerk at Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (2017-08 – 2017-08)

Contracted for electoral operations during national elections.

• Setting up and demarcating the polling station
• Identifying and verifying a voter electronically
• Issuing ballot papers to voters
• Marks voters to show that they have voted
• Ensured the security of election materials under my custody
• Manages queues and directs voters to respective polling booths

BA in Criminology and Criminal Justice – Kaimosi Friends University (2018 – 2024)

Secondary School Certificate in General Education – Anjego Mixed Secondary School (2012 – 2016)

Primary School Certificate in General Education – ST. Kizito Primary School (2004 – 2011)