John-Paul Akwensivie Jnr
Kumasi
Summary
- Principal Special Services Officer with over 10 years of experience with demonstrated command in providing security for life and company property through positive engagement with staff and other stakeholders including law enforcement agencies. Highly dependable and goes extra mile to support and coordinate teams in getting jobs done. Skills:
- Investigative Skills
- Detailed Activity logs
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Ground Patrol
- CCTV Surveillance
- Law Enforcement
- Crisis Management Plans
- Emergency Responses
- Team Player
- Theft Prevention
- Security Team Coordination
- Report Writing
- Incident Reporting
- High Level of Integrity
- Attention and Observant
- Collaboration and Teamwork
Resourceful Officer with a knack for completing tasks efficiently and productively. Specialize in strategic planning, conflict resolution, and risk management, ensuring smooth operations and safety protocols are always followed. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving, bringing value to teams by fostering collaboration and driving positive outcomes. High-performing professional with integrity and leadership skills. Applies knowledge and abilities to positively impact organization. Flexible in different situations and dynamic conditions. Works great under extreme stress and deadlines.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Special Services Officer
Cocoa Marketing Company (GH) Ltd
Kumasi
2008.02 - Current
- Command control and coordinate all Special Service activities at the Take Over Center
- Work with other law enforcement agencies to ensure compliance to standard rules and regulations
- Follow established security/safe procedures and post orders to include enforcement of company rules, polices and regulations
- Compile/report on daily/ weekly/ monthly/quarterly/mid-year, and yearly operational reports for Management’s attention
- Evaluate daily activities, incidents and irregularities and record equipment and property damages, theft and presence of unauthorized persons
- Liaising with other Departments/Divisions to ensure unity of purpose in our operations.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Determined consumer needs to provide products and services appealing to larger market.
- Wrote and submitted reports on industry trends, prompting managers to develop business plans.
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
- Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
- Implemented new technologies as needed to enhance productivity levels in the workplace.
- Managed training programs designed to improve customer service skills among staff members.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government regulations.
Head of Control CENTRE
SecPoint Security
Kumasi
2002.03 - 2008.01
- Relayed electronically generated alarm signals from the control center to stand-by reaction teams for their quick response
- Transmitted radio (Motorola) messages to operatives on the ground for their information and further action
- Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports for Management’s attention
- Trained Security Guards for deployments to various clients at various locations
- Delegated tasks to team members based upon individual strength and expertise, leading to increase in productivity and workflows.
Education
Master of Science - SECURITY AND JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
ASHANTI REGION KUMASI2021-01
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MARKETING OPTION
CENTRAL UNIVERSITY
ACCRA GHANA MIOTSO2010-06
Skills
- Investigative Skills
- Detailed Activity logs
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Ground Patrol
- CCTV Surveillance
- Law Enforcement
- Crisis Management Plans
- Emergency Responses
- Theft Prevention
- Security Team Coordination
- Incident Reporting
- High Level of Integrity
- Attention and Observant
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Investigation leadership
- Work Coordination
- Court appearances
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Traffic direction
- Investigation Management
- Reporting and documentation
- Strategic Planning
- Innovation and Creativity
Accomplishments
- Under the directive of the then Senior Security Manager in Takoradi, I investigated unlawful purchase of cocoa by a private individual allegedly contracted by Wamco. These investigations led to the retrieval and confiscation of 287 bags of cocoa for CMC/Cocobod after the case was dealt with at the Sekondi High Court.
- Leading an investigate team, we investigated weight swap incident at the Kejebril weighbridge in Takoradi resulting in disciplinary action against three staff members which brought about some reforms to forestall any future occurrences.
- Investigation of diversion of cocoa fertilizer in the Tarkwa/Abosso/Bompiaso cocoa growing community which led to the prosecution of the apprehended agrochemical dealer at the Tarkwa Circuit Court.
- Some used jute sacks believed to have been stolen from unknown source were intercepted and retrieved. The suspect was arraigned before the Takoradi Circuit Court and subsequently charged with offence.
Languages
- English
- Twi
- Grushie
- Frafra
References
- Mr. Amenyaglo, Charles, Director, Special Services Cocobod, 0244-366548
- Major (Rtd.) Michael Adjei, Former Deputy Director, Special Services Cocobod, 0241-868204
- Mr. Apuri, Michael, Regional Manager, CMC Tema, 0244-716799
Training
- Surveillance
- Investigative Skills
- Interrogation
- Report Writing
- Attitudinal Change for Higher Productivity
- Asset Protection
- Access Control
Affiliations
- I was adjudged the best comporting participant in a training organized by CMC company GH Ltd.
- I led a deligation to a colleage's coronation in the Volta -region
- I engaged in some volunteering at the African -American Summit in 2008.
- I helped in raising funds to support the vulnarable in my community
Timeline
Principal Special Services Officer
Cocoa Marketing Company (GH) Ltd
2008.02 - Current
Head of Control CENTRE
SecPoint Security
2002.03 - 2008.01
Master of Science - SECURITY AND JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MARKETING OPTION
CENTRAL UNIVERSITY
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