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Job Field: Sector in Real Estate

  • Properties Director

    Properties Director

    Job description
    The Role
    As Property Director, the jobholder will lead the management and rapid expansion of this portfolio, taking responsibility for one of the most important pillars of their work. Reporting to the Managing Director, the jobholder will be responsible for every phase of the acquisition and development process to ensure as many as four simultaneous campus developments are delivered on time, on budget, and at the highest possible quality. The jobholder will lead a team of internal and contracted property professionals to effectively manage the design and development of all campus projects and will also work with the Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer to secure additional financing for the developments to complement the funds invested by our clients’ parent company.
    Responsibilities

    Develop and manage an overall property development plan that enables the efficient concurrent execution of several major projects across the region.
    Lead the development and management of campuses from the identification of sites to the ongoing expansion and maintenance once it is occupied. This will include:

    Leading technical assessment of land identified by the Expansion Team to ensure fit with client development requirements.
    Managing a technical team to adapt client design templates to the specific requirements of each site.
    Developing and tightly managing complex budgets for the development.
    Selecting and managing contractors to efficiently execute the construction of all buildings and civil works.
    Coordinating closely with relevant other teams on the design, development and hand-over of sites.
    Developing and executing detailed plans for the efficient maintenance of all existing campuses.
    Leading the negotiation and completion of all relevant legal agreements for the successful development and management of properties.
    Identify, negotiate and secure additional financing (particularly debt) to enable efficient expansion of the portfolio.

    Build and manage partnerships and a small team to enable the efficient execution of the above responsibilities for more than 10 sites over the next 3 years.

    Requirements & Skills

    8+ years’ experience, including significant experience managing property development, acquisition, and financing in high-performing organizations, particularly on the African continent.
    Highly detail-oriented and are able to ensure that many details are simultaneously executed with excellence. 
    A track record of building strong relationships with and managing diverse stakeholders, from investors to land owners to contractors. 
    Strong people leader, able to get diverse teams to deliver great results while feeling supported and empowered.
    Problem solving and are particularly skilled at crafting arrangements that satisfy the objectives of multiple stakeholders while meeting your core goals.
    Exceptional ability to operate and deliver great results in a highly fluid, fast-paced environment, including creating the necessary structures and carefully managing tight deadlines.
    Strong financial analytical abilities and are able to identify cost-efficiencies while maintaining high quality.
    Self-starter and able to independently manage work execution and lead company development.

    Ad Visible Until: 1 June 2018
    Ref:
    KEN000197/WA

  • Head of Property Management

    Head of Property Management

    Job Details
    Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Head of Property Managementwill oversee overall property management operations. The ideal candidate is expected to provide strategic and inspirational leadership to staff under him/her.
    Specific Duties and Responsibilities

    Sourcing of properties to management
    Leading and supervising the team to achieve the annual budget
    Leading in the formulation and implementation of property management strategies
    Maintaining quality services of the property under management for sustenance 
    Making decisions on lettings, lease administration and repairs
    Assigning duties to employees in the department and ensuring they meet set targets
    Monitoring and approving property reports for expenditure and revenue collection
    Approving invoices and requisitions for services delivered and ordered
    Identifying, implementing and benchmarking best practices in property management
    Preparing managed property budgets as well as the department’s annual budget
    Developing, training, motivating and evaluating departmental staff to achieve highest levels of performance
    Driving the organization’s culture and instilling our core values.
    Determining & coordinating departmental reporting and communication requirements

    Key Skills, Knowledge & Attributes: 

    A degree in Land Economics, Real Estate or equivalent from a recognized University
    At least 8 years progressive working experience in a busy Real Estate firm
    Member of the Institute of Surveyors of Kenya
    Licensed and practicing Estate Agent
    A team player, possessing good communication, analytical and problem solving skills
    Have initiative & drive and should be able to work independently
    Mature person who is a team player with proven integrity

    Terms:
    A competitive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered to the successful candidates.

  • Residential Estate Manager

    Residential Estate Manager

    Job Responsibilities

    Reporting to the Management Committee (MC), the Manager’s overall responsibilities will be:
    Database Management – develop and maintain a comprehensive electronic database of all residents
    Receipts and Payments – service charge collection from residents and making payments to suppliers
    Debt collection – invoice and write demand letters to residents once the service charge payment falls due
    Budget and Financial Accounting – prepare annual budgets, monthly financial and management accounts. Analyze the financial statements to ensure accuracy and clear audit trail
    Coordination and Office Administration – supervise service providers contracted by the MC especially those charged with the responsibilities of security, lawn and gardening service and garbage collection
    Management of Committee Affairs – preparing MC meeting agenda, taking minutes, preparing quarterly bulletin to residents and ensuring effective follow-up and implementation of all MCs resolutions
    Rules and Regulations – support the MC in enforcing the rules and regulations of the estate
    Any other duties as may be assigned by the MC to enhance the smooth running of estate affairs

    Job Qualification

    Relevant degree/diploma in Business Administration, Finance, sales marketing, Commerce, or any other real estate related field.
    Must have over 3 years’ experience working within the property/real estate environment with at least 1 year management or supervisory experience.
    Hands-on experience in operations, finance and sales including basic book keeping skills.
    Should be an enthusiastic team-player who is detail -oriented and action -focused.
    Positive attitude, ambitious and energetic.
    Excellent communication skills and interpersonal interaction required.
    Flexible and willing to work during weekends.

  • Property Manager Sales Personnel Territory Sales Executive

    Property Manager Sales Personnel Territory Sales Executive

    Our Client in the real Estate industry is urgently seeking to recruit a property manager to join their dedicated team in Nairobi.
    Salary: 100K-120K
    Job Responsibilities

    Issuing of invoices and collection of rent on timely basis.
    Renewal of Mall leases as and when they expire in liaison with the landlord’s advocates.
    Ensuring land rent and rates are paid on time and advising on other government statutory requirements regarding Mall operations.
    Exhausting all the marketing avenues to ensure speedy occupancy of the Mall.
    Identifying and approving only qualified organizations for participation in Mall activations.
    Ensuring no illegal businesses operate within the compound and confines of the Mall.
    Provision of repair work order budgets for approval by the landlord on a timely manner for planning purposes.
    Coordination of service providers and ensuring the common services like lifts, generators, cleaning, parking etc operate seamlessly without hitches.
    Coordination of security services with the security company in the Mall and liaising with area security team to ensure constant updates on security matters within the area.
    Ensuring technical support personnel like plumbers and electricians assess the functionality of various appliances and equipment and update on the same on daily basis.
    Publicize the Gateway Mall in liaison with the client on media and other forums to increase traffic for the tenants and yield high tenant retention.
    Encourage the tenants to liaise with one another to develop mutually beneficial approaches to common issues, eg. crime prevention and publicity. To run regular consultative meetings to further the above and foster understanding between all parties involved in the activities of the Shopping Mall.
    Manage tenant’s complaints by following best practice customer relationship procedures, lease conditions and guidelines.
    Effective implementation of the Shopping Mall Health, Safety, Fire and legislation policies.
    Ensure efficient emergency procedures are in place and that staff and tenants are fully trained in emergency response with particular emphasis on evacuation procedures.
    Ensure that all service providers/contractors and tenants adhere and maintain good environmentally best practices in Gateway Shopping Mall.
    Measure and manage service providers/ suppliers performance against agreed SLAs (Service Level Agreements) and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) in relation to Gateway Mall.
    Ensure that the Help Desk has accurate and comprehensive data regarding the Gateway way Mall.
    Ensure all staff understands Shopping Mall business and customer requirements, operational and financial performance through implementation of formulated policies.
    Work closely with Shopping Mall team members to avoid labor turnover by proactively managing staff issues and complaints.
    You shall ensure that all systems are updated i.e.Secure Doc and Team Work as per instruction given.
    Any other duties as directed by the management or any other person appointed by the management

    Qualifications

    Degree in Land Economic, Real Estate or its equivalent
    Prior experience working in the real estate industry is an added advantage
    Knowledge in the use of Property Management softwares
    Ability to work under a high pressure environment
    At least 5 years’ experience in property management
    Excellent customer service skills
    Excellent communication skills

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  • Chandaria Sales

    Chandaria Sales

    Job Description
    The ideal candidate should have a strong track record of meeting sales targets and be highly motivated, target-driven, and a persuasive negotiator.
    Job Responsibilities

    Generate leads and can convert those to potential sales
    Thorough market research within the real estate sector
    Maintain and enhance communication and follow ups with potential clients
    Management reporting

    Qualification

    A Bachelors degree
    5+ years experience in the Real Estate sector
    Existing professional network
    Highly confident and presentable
    Strong and persuasive negotiator
    Able to work independently; highly motivated

  • Rental Foreman

    Rental Foreman

    Job Description
    This will involve directing and coordinating activities such as rental billings, rental collection, repair and maintenance, rents and rates payments and maximizing on rental occupancy.
    Duties

    Advise the manager in matters relating to the Rental Real Estate Business.
    Supervise the work of all the staff under him/her such as repair work that is being undertaken and ensuring that the contractors complete these on time.
    Assist in the inspections of the building facilities to help guarantee appropriate property maintenance and address all repair, maintenance and building emergencies.
    Monitor performance of service providers and liaise with the cleaners/caretakers on taking the necessary action.
    Ensure that proper records and financial returns, reports are kept and submitted.
    Ensure that regular financial and operational information are prepared and submitted.
    Be responsible for the security of the funds and assets of the building.
    Ensure strong internal controls and achievement of business’s set performance targets.
    Studies rental schedules and estimates, staffing, duty assignment and inventory requirements.
    Developing sales and marketing strategies for the rental estate houses to ensure 100% occupancy.
    Overseeing and enhancing the value of the property, enforcing leases, maintaining accurate occupancy records as required.
    Perform other similar or related duties as requested or assigned.

    Job Qualifications

    Relevant degree/diploma in Business Administration, Finance, sales marketing, Commerce, or any other real estate related field.
    Must have over 5 years’ experience working within the property/real estate environment with at least 3 years management or supervisory experience.
    Prior caretaking experience within a large organization will be highly desirable.
    Knowledge of commercial real estate, rentals, occupancy costs and competitor activity.
    Hands-on experience in operations, finance and sales including basic book keeping skills.
    Should be an enthusiastic team-player who is detail -oriented and action -focused.
    Positive attitude, ambitious and energetic.
    Excellent communication skills and interpersonal interaction required.
    Flexible and willing to work during weekends.
    Competent driver of both manual and automatic vehicles.
    Mature, professional and should be above 30 years of age.