GEORGE PATRICE KADIMBA
LAW ENFORCEMENT/SECURITY MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL
KAMPALA
Summary
Dynamic security manager with over thirteen years of progressive experience in mitigating security risks across government and private sectors. Proven ability to enhance organizational safety through comprehensive security strategies and risk management practices. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills complement a strong team-oriented approach that fosters collaboration and innovation. Creative problem-solver with a passion for excellence, capable of thriving under pressure while maintaining a high standard of performance with minimal supervision.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
6
6
Languages
Work History
Law Enforcement Advisor/Security Specialist
UNDP South Sudan
04.2018 - 01.2025
- Provision of advice and technical support to South Sudan Government.
- Advised the state security leadership, Police Commissioner and Prisons Director and their senior management team on strategic approaches to issues related to security services, police and prisons;
- Advised the state security leadership, Police Commissioner and Prisons Director and their staff on policies, strategies, systems, methods of management and training needs;
- Liaised with the Chief Technical Advisor to provide overall technical guidance on matters of government policy on security, policing, law enforcement and prison management;
- Supported to Put in place policies, strategies and systems for effective security, policing and law enforcement in the state in line with democratic principles;
- Collect and issue updates on activities in the security, policing and law enforcement area including changes in legislation and national or regional strategies or action plans.
- Capacity building of state level stakeholders:
- Supported national institutions to develop and implement policies, long term strategies, systems and action plans for the establishment of effective Police and Prisons services through development of crime statistics capture from, early warning reporting from mechanism
- Supported the development and practice of alternative and modern methods of policing in line with democratic principles through development of the community policing manual and Sops.
- Develop and implement capacity building strategies to meet the training needs of the state Police and Prisons senior management teams, and rank and file
- Coordinated and managed implementation of capacity building support to security institutions including the Police, Prisons departments and local security actors.
- Coordinated and organised human rights and rule of law trainings for the justice chain institutions.
- Supported Program planning and implementation:
- Provided substantial inputs to program planning, implementation and monitoring, including drafting of relevant project documents including memos, briefs, talking points, meeting debriefs, minutes;
- Developed detailed Program Annual Work Plans for the state regarding security, law enforcement, policing and prison initiatives together with the Program Specialist, and provide inputs to develop the consolidated Program Annual Work Plans;
- Supported development of ToRs for Small Grants, oversee the work of beneficiaries of Small Grants Facility, and ensure quality of outputs in keeping with grants applications;
- Implemented program work plans in the state and supervised UNDP supported work undertaken in the state as and when required.
- Supported the program management to develop necessary documentation (concept notes, briefs, and fundraising notes) to operationalize and steer programmatic initiatives and activities;
- Facilitated strategic partnerships:
- Developed strong working relationships with all local stakeholders, state security institutions and other relevant Government Agencies and International partners.
- Developed and maintained close working relationships with local civil society and community groups to facilitate project implementation, as well as identify issues, risks, priorities, and opportunities that support effective project implementation.
- Liaised and established strong working relationships with other UN agencies and international organizations to promote a coordinated approach to the development and implementation of security, law enforcement and prisons programs.
Head of Security
Biyinzika Poultry International
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Reduced incidences of staff perpetrated frauds through increased awareness on fraud prevention, detection and response.
- Investigated and prepared investigation reports on fraud incidents in the company and made remedial recommendations to thwart such incidents in future.
- Carried out company wide security risk awareness and made recommendations to address any identified gaps. Followed up insurance claims lodged with insurance and provided documentation of the loss assessors.
- Achievements
Head of Security
Barclays Bank Uganda
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Over saw Bank wide upgrade of CCTV cameras, Access control and Intrusion detection systems saving the bank over 300,000 that was to be paid to a
- Coordinated training of all Barclays Head office staff on terrorism awareness and personal security
- Improved the performance of the contracted guards through frequent spot checks and regular performance review meetings
- Prepared an emergency preparedness procedure for the 2016 general elections
- Supervised the implementation of CCTV and Intrusion detection systems upgrade of across the branch network
- Coordinated with law enforcement and the Crisis Management Team to ensure minimum disruption to business during the 2016 presidential elections.
- Investigated cases of guard misconduct and recovered property stolen from customers.
- Achievements
Head of Security
Equity Bank, Uganda Limited
03.2011 - 08.2015
- Carried out bank wide training on fraud awareness, detection and prevention.
- Frustrated a multi-million western union fraud that had been planned by external fraudsters and arrested all the conspirators.
- Prosecuted 13 cases of staff perpetrated frauds and secured eight convictions
- Ably followed fidelity claims lodged with the Insurance and over 80% of fidelity claims lodged with insurance were compensated.
- Provided liaison for the bank with the law enforcement agencies, directorate of public prosecution and judiciary.
- Initiated and implemented the installation of GSM modules in all branches to enable remote monitoring and arming of all Branch intrusion detection systems.
- Achievements
Attached to Human Resource
Uganda Police Force
01.2009 - 12.2010
- Record data for Police Officers, including addresses, transfers, training, grievances, leaves supervisory reports on performance, and dates of and reasons for terminations. Handle disciplinary case files of Police officers. Identify staff vacancies and suggest officers to fill them. Analyze statistical data and reports to identify causes of Police personnel problems and develop recommendations for improvement of policies and practices.
- Successfully computerized record files of Police officers
- Designed a tracking system for Police personnel deployments and transfers.
- Achievements
District Police Commander
Uganda Police Force
07.2007 - 12.2008
- Designed and implemented guard and escort programs for non-governmental organizations operating in Sembabule district.
- Initiated community policing through radio talk shows and public gatherings.
- Over saw the establishment and operationalization of 3 new police posts in Sembabule District. Developed a comprehensive Police Anti Stock Theft Unit deployment plan in Sembabule district. Reduced cases of cattle thefts within the District.
- Enhanced relations between the police and the political leadership in the District.
- Achievements
District Police Commander
Uganda Police Force
06.2006 - 07.2007
- Successfully mediated and resolved wrangles between Uganda Wildlife Authority and Communities living on mt. Elgon
- Effectively provided security to ensure peaceful by-election of District Woman Member of parliament Bududa District.
- Successfully reduced incidence of mob justice which were very rampant in the area through continuous community sensitization.
- Through community mobilization and good intelligence, four rifles recovered and one pistol that had been disarmed from operatives from the Violent Crime Crack Unit in Bukibokolo Sub county Bududa District.
- Reduced trans-border crimes through coordination and information sharing with the Kenya Police based at Lwakhaka
- Successfully supervised activities of private security guards operating in Manafwa and Bududa District.
- Achievements
Officer in charge of Kisoro Police Station
Uganda Police Force
09.2005 - 06.2006
- Successfully provided security for the 2006 Parliamentary and Presidential campaigns and elections in Kisoro district.
- Set up a good working relationship with security stake holders in the district.
- Coordinated the establishment of Nyakabande refugee reception centers for the refugees from DR. Congo Recovered one rifle that had been disarmed from a prisons warder
- Improved relations with police from Rwanda and DR. Congo based at Kyanika and Bunagana
- Achievements
Officer in charge Operations and Minor Crime Bureau
Mbarara Police Station
04.2005 - 09.2005
- Directed investigation and prosecution of 25 cases reported to MCB department. Mediated and resolved 15 cases mainly of gender based violence nature.
- Commanded an intelligence guided operation that led to recovery of two rifles and apprehension of five suspects.
- Achievements
Loans Officer
Uganda finance Trust, Busia Branch
10.2003 - 03.2004
- Secured memorandum of understanding with Busia Local government to lend to local government employees Disbursed Ugx 150million shillings in six months
- Detected five fraudulent loan applications and frustrated them Opened 313 accounts
- Achievements
Education
Master of Business Administration - International Business
Amity University India
01.2016
Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences - Social Administration
Makerere University
01.2003
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Kiira College Butiki
01.1999
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
St. Peters College Tororo
01.1997
Skills
Presentations and public speaking
Problem-solving
Client engagement
Career planning
Decision-making
Critical thinking
Training
- Certified Fraud Examiner awarded by Association of Certified Fraud Examiner (ACFE) 2019
- Cadet ASP Course attended from Police Training School. 2004
- Leadership and Management Training attended from NALI, kyankwanzi 2008
- Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) 2023
- Fraud and corruption awareness in 2023
- Safe and Secure Approaches to Field Environments 2019
- Ethic and integrity Training 2023
PERSONAL BACKGROUND
- Date of birth: 28/08/1979
- Rank: Retired Assistant Superintendent of Police
- Sex: Male
- Nationality: Ugandan
- Marital Status: Married
- Place of Residence: Makindye Division, Lusaka
Timeline
Law Enforcement Advisor/Security Specialist
UNDP South Sudan
04.2018 - 01.2025
Head of Security
Biyinzika Poultry International
07.2017 - 06.2018
Head of Security
Barclays Bank Uganda
08.2015 - 08.2016
Head of Security
Equity Bank, Uganda Limited
03.2011 - 08.2015
Attached to Human Resource
Uganda Police Force
01.2009 - 12.2010
District Police Commander
Uganda Police Force
07.2007 - 12.2008
District Police Commander
Uganda Police Force
06.2006 - 07.2007
Officer in charge of Kisoro Police Station
Uganda Police Force
09.2005 - 06.2006
Officer in charge Operations and Minor Crime Bureau
Mbarara Police Station
04.2005 - 09.2005
Loans Officer
Uganda finance Trust, Busia Branch
10.2003 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences - Social Administration
Makerere University
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Kiira College Butiki
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
St. Peters College Tororo
Master of Business Administration - International Business
Amity University India
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