Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 07 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Main Responsibilities:
• Ensure the health and safety of the staff by adherence to Embassy safety guidelines.
• Ensure properties and facilities are well maintained and are in good condition.
• Prepare for and respond to emergency issues that arise, which breach the safety, security, or usability of facilities.
• Schedule routine inspections and emergency repairs with outside vendors when required.
• Oversee building projects and renovations.
• Create reports on maintenance, repairs, safety, and other occurrences for supervisors and other relevant staff.
• Maintain records of utility usage (generator, solar installation, electricity, and water).
• Ensure that contracts with service providers for office equipment maintenance, supply of goods (consumables), and services are operational and that the quality of services is delivered.
• Manage transport and logistics.
• Manage maintenance and supplies for the Embassy vehicle fleet.
• Monitor the correct usage of vehicles in line with Embassy policies.
• Assist the Embassy as a back-up driver during busy periods.
Note: The Properties Management Officer will have access to an Embassy vehicle in the course of daily duties.

Requirements:
Essential:
• An Advanced Level Certificate of Education or Diploma.
• Advanced mechanical skills and knowledge of plumbing, electricity, and other building systems.
• At least 5 years of working experience in a similar field and setting requiring a high standard of outputs.
• Ability to drive and possess a clean driving licence Class C.

Essential Skills Required:
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Kiswahili.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop effective working relationships with people at all levels and different cultures, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to use email and software packages e.g. MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to manage time, organise, problem solve and prioritise work schedules.
• Ability to use repair tools.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and comfortable standing or walking for long periods of time.
• Ability to act with utmost integrity and pursue work in an ethical manner.
Desirable:
• Experience working with other Embassies or international organisations, reputable hotels, serviced properties, or companies.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Professional Certificate

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