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Emanuel da Fonseca

Emanuel da Fonseca

Security Manager
Maputo City

Summary

Security Manager and Health and Safety Officer with experience in the public, private and diplomatic sectors. Formed in Police Sciences by ACIPOL in 2004; played roles as a police officer and deputy police station Commander in Maputo Province. In 2005 integrated to the Matola City Police station investigation brigade where he was responsible to lead and coordinate the crime investigation processes within the police station. In 2006, he was transferred to perform functions at the General Command of the Police at the Home Affairs Ministry where he began to carry out tasks of planning, implementation and monitoring of crime prevention strategies of throughout the national territory. In 2010 decided to embrace the private sector, having played the roles of Regional Security Consultant and later of Security Supervisor at Barclays Bank of Mozambique SA. At the Diplomatic sector, played the role of Security Manager at the UK Embassy in Maputo, where he was responsible for the security of the Embassy, the British Council and British Agency for International Development in Mozambique. I was also the Health and Safety responsible person at the Embassy having participated in Health and Safety trainings in Zimbabwe and RSA. At the Embassy i e was responsible for the training of employees, implementation of procedures for Health and Safety, achieving audits compliance within the mission and residences of expatriates, as well as the promotion of courses such as First Aid, fire fight for employees and implement fire drills across the Embassy. Security Manager focused on security liaison with local authorities, Police, security provider companies. Provide security advise to staff and support management on decision making. Investigating, recording and reporting of security incidents and breaches. First response to a security incident. Completing Travel Risk Assessments for staff for travel across the country, including VIP visits. Updating security procedures. Ensure business continuity plans and other emergency drills are implemented and regularly reviewed. Oversight of a contract guard force established for residential accommodation security. Provide supervision, guidance and training on all aspects of physical security, e.g. mandatory security procedures, access control and CCTV.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Security Manager

Societé Generele Moçambique Bank
1 2021 - Current
  • Responsable and attentive to any evolution of the security environment potentially impacting the subsidiary
  • Transfers to the Group Security Department information regarding security incidents and mitigating actions undertaken
  • Consequently contributes to the security scoreboard of the Group
  • Managed security audits locally
  • Follow-up the implementation of the action plan of security audits undertaken or approved by the Group Security Department
  • Evaluates costs to secure infrastructures and equipment
  • Adapt the security apparatus to ensure as much as possible the protection of staff, clients and visitors and properties
  • In charge of relations with local security providers (selection, assessment of the quality of services provided like guarding, cash in transit and security technology)
  • Apply the travel security policy defined by the Group Security Department
  • Identifies personnel to be trained and made aware of risks, threats and best practices.
  • Enhanced overall security by conducting comprehensive risk assessments and implementing tailored security plans.
  • Investigated incidents and wrote reports.
  • Conducted drills to keep security staff on alert and proficient with established plans.
  • Maintained detailed records of security incidents, enabling proper analysis for future preventative measures.
  • Evaluated existing security infrastructure, identifying areas for improvement and recommending cost-effective solutions.

Security Especialist

Banco Nacional de Investimentos - BNI
2017.01 - 2020.01
  • Attend monthly and quarterly Regional / Country banking association risk management forum, develop, and maintain relationships with law enforcement establishments in country
  • Manage the Security Contract ensuring that KPI's are completed monthly in order to ensure a quality and continuity deliverable of the security measurements at the company premises
  • Implementation of solutions, management and monitoring of Electronic Security Systems technology (CCTV, Access Control, Anti Intrusion, Anti-Theft and Anti fire)
  • Implementation of solutions, management and monitoring of maned guard (training of guards, awards, proactive exchange of vigilant, induction of good practices)
  • Coordinate and conduct annual exercises for simulation of security and Health and Safety incidents as fire, bomb threat and respective evacuation procedures.

Post Security Manger - PSM

British High Commission - Maputo
2016.01 - 2017.01
  • Support the management team with necessary sensitive information with regard to the county and region security threat to ensure proactive decisions making
  • Maintain constant liaison with host government authorities to ensure the appropriate level of security are provided to Her Majesty Government staff, facilities, functions and visiting VIP's
  • Implement the necessary measures e.g
  • Collect evidences; and perform incident investigation processes within the mission
  • Ensure Posts within the country security network is regularly updated of changes to threat levels and advise the Deputy High Commissioner on changes to security procedures to reflect the heightened/lowered status
  • Conduct security surveys / vulnerability assessments of Foreign Commonwealth Office property within the country
  • Report recommendations to Post to ensure timely completion of recommended works
  • Conduct security surveys for staff functions / events and VIP movements
  • Liaise with relevant authorities to ensure commensurate protection is provided at high profile events and visits, such as Queen Birthday Party, Senior Ministerial and Royal visits
  • Management of the contract with the security provider by implementing relevant Key Performance Information - KPI's, proactive supervision to achieve value for Money
  • Perform regular Security Risk Assessments of the British High Commission offices, the High Commissioner residence, UK-based staff houses and implement remedial actions considering the findings raised
  • Implementation of solutions, management and monitoring of Electronic Security Systems technology (CCTV, Access Control, Anti Intrusion, Anti-Theft and Anti fire)
  • Implementation of solutions, management and monitoring of maned guard (training of guards, awards, proactive exchange of vigilant, induction of good practices)
  • Coordinate and conduct annual exercises for simulation of security and Health and Safety incidents as fire, bomb threat and respective evacuation procedures
  • Perform security clearance of the new comers
  • Provide security briefings to staff and UK-based families.

Security Supervisor

Barclays Bank Mozambique, SA
2011.01 - 2015.01
  • Monitor the political environment for developments that could affect the safety of employees or the protection of assets
  • Manage governance, conformance, and Key Risk reporting responsibilities in country
  • Manage the conduct of Snap Checks for branches, Cash Centers and Corporate buildings
  • Attend monthly and quarterly Regional / Country banking association risk management forum, develop, and maintain relationships with law enforcement establishments in country
  • Manage the Security Contract ensuring that KPI's are completed monthly in order to ensure a quality and continuity deliverable of the security measurements at the company premises
  • Implementation of solutions, management and monitoring of Electronic Security Systems technology (CCTV, Access Control, Anti Intrusion, Anti-Theft and Anti fire)
  • Implementation of solutions, management and monitoring of maned guard (training of guards, awards, proactive exchange of vigilant, induction of good practices)
  • Coordinate and conduct annual exercises for simulation of security and Health and Safety incidents as fire, bomb threat and respective evacuation procedures.

Regional Security Consultant

Barclays Bank Mozambique, SA
2010.01 - 2011.01
  • Developed and updated security procedures, security system drawings and related documentation
  • Conducted site reviews and security audits and provide recommendations to management based on findings
  • Developed procedures for the emergency response and crisis management, physical security, information protection, incident management and investigation units
  • Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company Minimum Security Standards
  • Responsible for the security drawings and measures for the new projects (branches) during the mentioned period.

Planning Officer

Home Affairs Ministry
2006.01 - 2008.01
  • Intelligence and operations planning at the Mozambique General Command Police operational control room
  • Plan and coordinate all the Police operations and support the General Command about operational decisions across the country.

Head of Shifts and Division Commander

Maputo Province Police Command
2004.01 - 2006.01
  • Intelligence and operations planning at the first Police Station at Matola City.

Security Consultant

Counter Part Mozambique
2019.08 - 2019.12
  • Reviewed existing organizational policies to ensure alignment with current security best practices, making revisions as needed to close gaps.

Education

Master Degree in Defense and Civil Protection -

Universidade Federal Fluminense - Uff
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Honors in Police Science - undefined

Academia de Ciências Policiais - ACIPOL
Maputo, Mozambique

Skills

Safety and security procedures

Incident Reports

Security screening

Daily incident reporting

Security audits

Physical Security

Security team management

Emergency planning

Investigation techniques

Fraud prevention

Business Continuity

Additional Information

Security Consultant at Counterpart International for the 2019 Mozambique election process., Teacher Assistant at Superior Institute of Science and Technology of Mozambique (ISCTEM)., Security responsible person of the Maputo Zouck Festival (2015, 2016 and 2017)., Leader of the Barclays Bank Mozambique Choir Group in 2015.

Completedcourses

  • BTEC Level 5 Professional Award in Crime Prevention and Security Design, Maputo, Mozambique, 2017
  • HABC Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace, Pretoria, South Africa, 2017
  • HABC Level 1 International Award in Fire Safety, Pretoria, South Africa, 2017
  • HABC Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace, Pretoria, South Africa, 2017
  • HABC Level 2 International Award in Fire Safety, Pretoria, South Africa, 2017
  • HABC Level 1 International Award in Safe Moving and Handling, Pretoria, South Africa, 2017
  • HABC Level 2 International Award in the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health, Pretoria, South Africa, 2017
  • Heartsaver First aid CPR AED - Intl SOS, Maputo, Mozambique, 2016
  • Operational Course of Civil Defense - CODC (School of Civil Defense of the State of Rio de Janeiro), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 2009
  • 1st Course of Human Rights for Police Officers (General Command of the Mozambique Police), Maputo, Mozambique, 2006
  • Training in First Police Responder by the United States Department of Justice, US Embassy, Mozambique, Maputo, Mozambique, 2003
  • Training in Criminal Investigation by the United States Department of Justice, US Embassy, Mozambique, Maputo, Mozambique, 2003

References

  • THIERRY DASSONVILLE - Regional Safety and Security Advisor at Societe Generale Central and East Africa, thierry.dassonville@socgen.com, +237 655 23 99 62.
  • JOSE AMARAL - Head of Logistics, Procurement and Security Department at Barclays Bank Mozambique (2010 - 2015), jamaral019@gmail.com, +258 842705427.
  • CREMILDO ABREU, General Director at INAR - Mozambican National Institute of Refugees Support, cremildoabreu@aol.com, +258 8460621.

Timeline

Security Consultant

Counter Part Mozambique
2019.08 - 2019.12

Security Especialist

Banco Nacional de Investimentos - BNI
2017.01 - 2020.01

Post Security Manger - PSM

British High Commission - Maputo
2016.01 - 2017.01

Security Supervisor

Barclays Bank Mozambique, SA
2011.01 - 2015.01

Regional Security Consultant

Barclays Bank Mozambique, SA
2010.01 - 2011.01

Planning Officer

Home Affairs Ministry
2006.01 - 2008.01

Head of Shifts and Division Commander

Maputo Province Police Command
2004.01 - 2006.01

Security Manager

Societé Generele Moçambique Bank
1 2021 - Current

Master Degree in Defense and Civil Protection -

Universidade Federal Fluminense - Uff

Honors in Police Science - undefined

Academia de Ciências Policiais - ACIPOL
Emanuel da FonsecaSecurity Manager