Location: Nairobi, Kenya |Contract Type: Fixed-Term (Renewable)
Our client, a reputable organisation with interests in residential, commercial, and undeveloped real estate, is seeking a competent and trustworthy Property Manager
Overall Responsibility
Reporting and acting on behalf of the Directors and Trustees, the Property Manager will oversee the management, security, maintenance, and day-to-day operations of a diverse property portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety, security, and efficient daily functioning of all properties, including timely incident response and monitoring for security breaches.
- Maintain essential systems, including IT and CCTV, ensuring their reliability and effectiveness.
- Maintain relationships with police and local law enforcement agencies (OCPD, OCS) on security matters.
- Investigate incidents, prepare reports, provide updates, and escalate urgent matters to Directors.
- Coordinate procurement by sourcing and evaluating quotations, negotiating costs, managing vendor records, and reporting any cost irregularities.
- Maintain professionalism, accuracy, and clarity in correspondence and reports to Directors and stakeholders.
- Act as the primary liaison for Directors with managing agents and service providers, overseeing maintenance, safety inspections, and security personnel.
- Perform routine site visits to track repairs, upgrades, and compliance, ensuring vendor performance aligns with expectations.
- Supervise managing agents and service providers for commercial properties, promptly reporting issues for Director review and escalating urgent matters.
- Oversee emergency response systems and staff training, ensuring timely payment of utilities and reporting on tenant occupancy and leasing activity.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Property Management, Real Estate, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a closely related field is highly desirable.
- Certifications in Property Management, Security Management, or Facilities Management will be a distinct advantage.
- Experience in property or facilities management, with demonstrated responsibility over a varied property portfolio.
- In-depth knowledge of building systems, maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and security operations.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant IT tools.
- High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professional conduct.
- Ability to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies and remain available outside normal working hours when necessary.
- Self-driven, dependable, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and a brief cover letter outlining their suitability, current salary, and expected salary to:
🗓️ Deadline for applications: 20th June 2025
📌 Subject line: Application – Property Manager
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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