Security Senior Associate - Jumia (Full Time)

About Jumia:

Jumia is a leading pan-African e-commerce platform. Its mission is to improve the quality of everyday life in Africa by leveraging technology to deliver innovative, convenient and affordable online services to customers, while helping businesses grow as they use Jumia's platform to better reach and serve customers.

Jumia is built around a marketplace and supported by a proprietary logistics business [Jumia Logistics] and a digital payment and fintech platform [Jumia Pay]. With over 3,000 employees, Jumia is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by very high-profile shareholders. Jumia is committed to creating a sustainable impact in Africa.

In April 2019, Jumia was the first Tech company in Africa to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

As our Senior Security Associate, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our warehouse facility, assets, and personnel within the fast-paced e-commerce supply chain. You will be responsible for the frontline implementation of security measures and the management of advanced surveillance systems to ensure a secure operational environment.

What you will be doing:

• Security Implementation: Enforce and implement robust security policies and procedures tailored to the warehouse facility.


• Surveillance & Monitoring: Manage and operate essential security technologies, including CCTV, access control, and alarm systems.


• Incident Response: Respond effectively to security incidents and monitor surveillance systems for suspicious activity.


• Emergency Planning: Assist in developing emergency response plans and participate in regular drills to maintain team preparedness.


• Access Control: Regulate entry and exit points while maintaining precise records of all authorized personnel and visitors.


• Team Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional departments to integrate security protocols into daily business operations and provide guidance on new initiatives.


• Documentation: Oversee the accurate and timely reporting of all security incidents to internal stakeholders.

What we are looking for: 

• Proven Experience: Prior experience as a Security Specialist, ideally within a warehouse or industrial environment.


• Technical Proficiency: A strong understanding of modern security technologies, surveillance systems, and access control.


• Emergency Preparedness: Demonstrated knowledge of emergency response planning.


• Communication Skills: Excellent ability to communicate and collaborate across different teams.


• Legal Familiarity: Knowledge of local laws and regulations pertaining to security.

Candidates must be based in Abuja or South - South axis. 

We Offer:

• A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment


• A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce sector


• The opportunity to become part of a highly professional and dynamic team


• An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders