DIRECTORATE OF COUNTER VIOLENT EXTREMISM (CVE) 

Functions 

• To develop sustain and operationalize National Police Service policy to Counter Violent Extremism;
• To engage the stakeholders to ensure the widest contribution and consultation to develop policy and strategy on PCVE;
• To engage and consult with Regional and International best practice, to compliment the development of Counter Violent Extremist policy;
• To provide advice and guidance to National Police Service on CVE counter-measures commensurate with the strategy of people centered police service.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Raising awareness and improve the public understanding on terrorism related issues among youth and adults within our local communities as a way of preventing and countering violent extremism ;
• To provide guidance to partners, departments and agencies with specialized knowledge and experience in different aspects of Countering Violent Extremism;
• To appropriately direct the research team to develop topics and methods  vital in preventing and Countering Violent Extremism and formulation of appropriate policies
• To participate in National/International meetings that examines the topic of Violent Extremism 
• To collaborate with local stakeholders and partners in developing capacity and physical protection measures to Counter Violent Extremism;
• Preparation of reports on CVE for National Police Service and relevant MDAs;
• To promote community outreach programs and engagement as vital component of National Police  Service on PCVE &strategy;
• Any other assignment as directed by the DCI.