Manager, Estate Management at Affordable Housing Board (AHB)

Key Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities of the Manager, Estate Management will entail:

• Coordinating and supervising maintenance and repair activities, ensuring timely and quality completion of work;
• Overseeing the operations and maintenance of the Board’s properties and facilities, ensuring they are in good condition and meet safety and regulatory standards;
• Overseeing property development and improvement projects, including renovations, expansions;
• Promoting and ensuring that affordable housing properties adhere to health, safety, and environmental standards, conducting regular inspections and implementing safety protocols;
• Ensuring professional standards and quality controls in building surveying;
• Formulating, implementing, and reviewing estate management policies, housing maintenance and legislation policy;
• Promoting and implementing sustainable practices in housing management, including energy efficiency and green building standards; and
• Overseeing the preparation and updating of the maintenance manual.

Requirements & Qualifications

For appointment to this level, a candidate must have:

• Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the Assistant Manager, Estate Management or in a comparable position.
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Real Estate Management, Construction Management, Valuation and Property Management, or a related field from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: Real Estate Management, Construction Management, Valuation and Property Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution;
• Membership in a relevant professional body, where applicable, and in good standing;
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Valid Practicing Certificate where applicable;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.