Security Guard Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya
About the role
Applications are invited for Security Guard opportunities based in Nairobi, Kenya. The successful candidate will protect people, property and operations through alert observation, access control, incident reporting and professional response. This listing has approximately 32 openings, with final placement subject to interview, document verification and the employer’s written offer.
Key responsibilities
- Monitor assigned areas, access points or surveillance systems
- Verify access and follow visitor/contractor procedures
- Record incidents, patrols and unusual activity accurately
- Escalate emergencies according to the approved response procedure
- Protect confidential security information
- Maintain professional conduct when dealing with staff and visitors
Requirements
- Security experience or relevant training is preferred
- Strong observation and incident-report writing skills
- Calm response under pressure
- Ability to work shifts including nights where required
- Clean professional conduct record and required background checks
- CCTV/control-room experience required for surveillance roles
Skills employers value
- Observation
- Access control
- Incident reporting
- Conflict de-escalation
- Emergency response
- Confidentiality
Pay and benefits
- Competitive monthly pay of approximately USD 950–1,600 depending on experience and final offer.
- Employer-supported work-permit/visa coordination for selected candidates, subject to destination requirements.
- Accommodation or housing support included in the package.
- Work transport/allowance and applicable duty benefits.
- Renewable international employment arrangement subject to performance and contract terms.
Who can apply
Applicants from African countries who meet the role requirements and can complete the destination or remote-work onboarding requirements may apply. Applicants should only submit information they can verify if requested later in the recruitment process.
Application process
- Complete the Travbrew application form and role-specific skills questions.
- Travbrew/recruitment reviewers assess eligibility, experience and assessment responses.
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited to an interview or practical competency check.
- Selected candidates receive the next-step instructions and, where relevant, the international employment/document journey in their Travbrew dashboard.
Before you apply
Read the role requirements carefully and provide accurate experience, licence and training information. Do not upload personal identity documents unless the application specifically requests them at the appropriate stage.
Application deadline: 2026-10-13