Abel Likunga Nkando
Windhoek - Khomas
Summary
Analytical professional with technical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in data-driven environments. Tackles challenges with positivity and drive to overcome. Works great alone or with others and consistently exceeds expectations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Security Operations Officer
Office of the Judiciary
Windhoek, Namibia
01.2023 - Current
- Carry out investigations and do vetting
- A liaison Officer
- Execute the Security and Risk assessment to identify the security gaps at all Ministry of Justice’s installations
- Conduct Security Awareness to the Ministry stuff members
- Attend to Security incident
- Monitor and ensure that Security Programs are adhered too
- Provide security and risk advice, guidance and support to the management
- Investigate the contravention of security directive and advice the Executive Director in respect of appropriate steps deemed necessary as a result of such investigation
- Supervise security personnel responsible for guarding the Office’s properties.
- Ensured the safety of personnel, equipment, and materials through the enforcement of safety protocols.
- Conducted investigations into complaints from customers or employees regarding violations of the Office's policy.
- Monitored all operations for potential security risks and threats.
- Drafted reports outlining findings from investigations and recommending corrective action.
- Supervised subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
- Performed background checks on prospective employees prior to hire date.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies when necessary to carry out investigations or respond to incidents.
- Implemented new technologies as needed to enhance productivity levels in the workplace.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Assess the Office's operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
Senior Security Operations Officer
Ministry of Justice
Windhoek, Namibia
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Carry out investigations and do vetting
- A liaison Officer
- Execute the Security and Risk assessment to identify the security gaps at all Ministry of Justice’s installations
- Conduct Security Awareness to the Ministry stuff members
- Attend to Security incident
- Monitor and ensure that Security Programs are adhered too
- Provide security and risk advice, guidance and support to the management
- Investigate the contravention of security directive and advice the Executive Director in respect of appropriate steps deemed necessary as a result of such investigation
- Supervise security personnel responsible for guarding the Ministry’s properties.
- Ensured the safety of personnel, equipment, and materials through the enforcement of safety protocols.
- Administer the Warrant of Arrest and Subpoena ordered by the Community Courtes.
- Conducted investigations into complaints from customers or employees regarding violations of Ministry's policy.
- Monitored all operations for potential security risks and threats.
- Drafted reports outlining findings from investigations and recommending corrective action.
- Supervised subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
- Performed background checks on prospective employees prior to hire date.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies when necessary to carry out investigations or respond to incidents.
- Implemented new technologies as needed to enhance productivity levels in the workplace.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Assess the Ministry's operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
Platoon Commander
Namibian Defence Force
Windhoek, Namibia
03.2019 - 02.2022
- Command and Control of the Company
- Briefing and Debriefing of the Company on tasks and missions assigned
- Supervising the Company
- Performing of national ceremonial duties (21 independence’s day, 26 Hero’s day, State funeral and Departure and Arrival ceremony of head of States and Governments).
- Coordinated with higher headquarters on mission objectives and directives.
- Monitored performance of subordinate leaders and provided feedback as needed.
- Conducted weekly inspections to assess readiness levels of assigned units.
- Led multiple patrols into hostile areas while ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Analyzed intelligence data to develop strategies for upcoming operations.
- Analyzed statistical data to determine trends and coordinate logistical activities.
- Surveyed and analyzed terrain to determine optimum equipment placement and use.
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition processes.
- Assisted in gathering intelligence and combat information to support troops on ground.
Platoon Commander
Namibian Defence Force
Grootfontein, Namibia
07.2014 - 02.2019
- Command and Control of the Platoon
- Briefing and Debriefing of the Platoon on tasks and missions assigned
- Supervising the platoon
- Patrolling and Inspecting of Areas of responsibility.
- Coordinated with higher headquarters on mission objectives and directives.
- Conducted weekly inspections to assess readiness levels of assigned units.
- Led multiple patrols into hostile areas while ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Analyzed intelligence data to develop strategies for upcoming operations.
- Resolved conflicts between personnel using sound judgement and diplomacy.
- Planned deployments by analyzing mission requirements, resources available.
- Received and implemented combat orders and directed deployment of personnel in offensive, defensive and retrograde operations.
- Analyzed statistical data to determine trends and coordinate logistical activities.
- Prepared, planned for and coordinated execution of support missions to aid deployed forces and individuals.
- Assisted in gathering intelligence and combat information to support troops on ground.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Security And Strategic Studies
University of Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia04-2019
Regular Commissioning Courses - Military Officers' Course
Namibian Defence Force Military School
Okahandja, Otjozondjupa10-2017
Basic Military Training - Military Warfare
Namibia Defence Force Military School
Okahandja, Otjozondjupa12-2014
Bachelor of Science - Geo-Information Technology
Namibia University of Science And Technology
Windhoek, Namibia04-2014
Grade 12 Certificate - Mathematics And Science
Caprivi Senior Secondary School
Katima Mulilo, Namibia10-2010
Master of Arts - Security And Strategic Studies
University of Namibia
Windhoek - NamibiaSkills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Microsoft Office
- Arc GIS
- Conflict Resolution
- R Statistical Software
- Court appearances
- Information Verification
- Strategic Planning
- Report Writing
- Cartography
Educational Background
Caprivi Senior Secondary School, 2009, 2010, Grade 12, Geography, Mathematics, Agriculture, Biology, Physical Science, English, Polytechnic of Namibia, Bachelor of Geo-Information Technology, 2011, 2013, Bachelor of Geo-Information Technology Certificate, Bachelor of Geo-Information Technology Diploma, Bachelor of Geo-Information Technology Degree, Geographical Information Systems, Remote sensing, University of Namibia, Postgraduate Diploma in Security and Strategic Studies, 2018, Postgraduate Diploma in Security and Strategic Studies, Successfully completed a nine (9) months military training of the Namibian Defence Force on the 10th of April 2015 [Infantry Specialisation Training]., Successfully completed an eighteen (18) months Regular Commissioning Court of the Namibian Defence Force on the 26th of October 2016 and was commissioned by the Head of the State to become a Commissioned Officer of the Namibian Army., Successfully completed a Basic Military Law Course with the Namibian Defence Force, Military School., Successfully completed a Certificate of Material Management Officers Course with the Namibian Defence Force, School of Logistics., Was awarded a Commendation Certificate by 21 Ceremonial Battalion for Outstanding, Significant hard working and good example to others by displaying professionalism at all times., Currently pursuing a Master’s of Art in Security and Strategic Studies at the University of Namibia.
Personal Information
- ID Number: 91030100659
- Date of Birth: 03/01/91
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Namibian
- Marital Status: Single
References
- Mr. Emmanuel Matengu Ntemwa, Deputy Director: Security and Risk Management Services, Office of the Judiciary, +264 811463421, +264 61 4353495, ddsrms@jud.gov.na
- Mr. Absalom Namweya, Deputy Director: Security and Risk Management Services, Ministry of Justice, +264 811294721, Absalmon.Namweya@moj.gov.na
- Charlie Company Officer Commanding, 21 Ceremonial Battalion, +264 61 276 255
- Chief Clerk, Logistics Support Battalion, +264 67 249 1144
- Neriene //Hoebes, Acting Senior Faculty Officer, Faculty of Natural Resources and Spatial Sciences, +264 61 207 2963
- Janey Joseph, Faculty Officer for Postgraduate Studies, University of Namibia, +264 61 206 4615, jjoseph@unam.na
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Gardening
- Exercising
- Cycling
Languages
Silozi, Rukwangali and English
Affiliations
- I enjoy gardening, cycling, endurance running and reading.
Languages
English
First Language
Silozi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Rukwangali
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Accomplishments
- One of the best performer in mathematics in grade 12.
Certification
- Code B driver's license
- Certificate in Material Management
- Certificate in Basic Military Law
- Certificate in Specialized Infantry Training
- Certificate in honor of outstanding, significant hard working and good example to others by displaying professionalism at alltimes.
Timeline
Senior Security Operations Officer
Office of the Judiciary
01.2023 - Current
Senior Security Operations Officer
Ministry of Justice
01.2022 - 12.2022
Platoon Commander
Namibian Defence Force
03.2019 - 02.2022
Platoon Commander
Namibian Defence Force
07.2014 - 02.2019
Post Graduate Diploma - Security And Strategic Studies
University of Namibia
Regular Commissioning Courses - Military Officers' Course
Namibian Defence Force Military School
Basic Military Training - Military Warfare
Namibia Defence Force Military School
Bachelor of Science - Geo-Information Technology
Namibia University of Science And Technology
Grade 12 Certificate - Mathematics And Science
Caprivi Senior Secondary School
Master of Arts - Security And Strategic Studies
University of Namibia
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