Group Property Manager and Group HR Manager Jobs in Kenya - Monarch Group

The Monarch Group is a progressive group of companies with expansive, fast and sustainable growth in unique commercial premises, hospitality facilities specializing in apartments, restaurants, insurances, and lodges and is looking for self driven and result oriented individuals to move the business to the next level.

We are looking for highly qualified individuals to fill the positions below:-

1. Group Property Manager

The successful candidate will be responsible for effective management of residential and commercial properties to the satisfaction of the customers

Key Responsibilities

 

• Develop new commercial properties and drive real-estate business from scratch and grow it to produce revenue/PBT for stakeholders
• Conduct valuation of properties on behalf of either individual occupiers or landlord clients
• Prepare accurate forecasts for future as well as current value by identifying opportunities for enhanced performance
• Manage efficiently and cost effectively maintain existing property portfolio valued at over Ksh 2-5 billion located in Nairobi /Mombasa and in the various counties, and deliver PBT and high market brand profile
• Lead and re-engineer operations/maintenance process through best-in-class practices.
• Manage the performance of the maintenance team, reviewing performance and ensuring they are adequately motivated, trained and developed and achieve productivity, increase the brand visibility of the properties to ensure marketability.

Key Qualifications:-

• Holder of Bachelors degree in Engineering, Building or Quantity Surveying or Land Economics from a recognized university
• At least 8 years relevant management experience in-the real estate sector
• Experience in project management is essential with ability to use MS-Project tools A member of MISK

Knowledge and Skills:-

• Must be computer literate with ability to utilize Auto CAD tool and know how to conduct topographical surveys and know how to do basic TD, layout plans/BoQ
• Conversant with current property marketing trends and shopping mall management Must have a valid driving license and conversant with use of GPS tools Self driven individual with impeccable integrity
• A very good knowledge of the real estate landscape, marketing and development scope in the region.
• A good understanding and experience in the sales/ marketing branding and operations of high-level shopping malls, including e-commerce.

2. Group Human Resources Manager

The successful candidate will be responsible for the Strategic Human Resources Management of a diverse workforce within the Monarch Group of Companies to facilitate the achievement of business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a HR strategy based on the overall Group strategy to ensure that business needs are met
• Develop a HR budget based on the strategy and effectively manage it to ensure cost management goals are achieved
• Develop and implement HR management policies and procedures and monitor all HR activities and practices to ensure compliance
• Manage the recruitment process in a manner that ensures that right calibre of employees is hired and that new employees receive thorough induction
• Co-ordinate the performance management process and all related functions including staff appraisals, training, planning and implementation and incentive schemes
• Manage industrial relations matters and offer training, advice and general guidance to managers and supervisors on labour laws and related market practices so as to ensure a harmonious work environment.
• Oversee and coordinate all HR activities including the welfare and disciplinary matters across the group
• Handle staff grievances in a prompt, conscientious manner while paying heed to the company's business needs and policies

Key Qualifications and Skills:-

• MBA degree with a focus on Strategic Human Resources Management
• Degree in business administration or social sciences
• A post graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
• At least 8 years experience in a Generalist role of Human Resource Management in a dynamic business environment
• Experience in Industrial relations and Human Resources Systems development
• Qualification in Law will be an added advantage

Knowledge and Skills:-

• Knowledge of Kenyan labour laws
• Good knowledge of current day HR performance metrics/systems drivers-e-Horizon, Balanced Score Card, job evaluation/analysis etc
• Computer literate and proficient in MS Office Suite

Qualified candidates are invited to send their application letters stating the position applied for on the subject field and attach a detailed C.V in word format and daytime telephone contacts by 5th August 2011 to: careers@monarch.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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co2balance Office Coordinator Job in Kisumu Kenya (KShs 80K)

As a multi-national carbon management company, working in UK, Kenya, India, Japan, Italy and USA co2balance has a highly dynamic, dedicated workforce.

If you are looking for a career in a company actively taking part in the fight against climate change, you may be interested in the vacancy below:

Job Title: Office Coordinator

Reference: KIS_OC_1

Reports to: Senior Country Coordinator

Salary range: 80,000KES Gross

Office location: Kisumu

Language requirements: Excellent written and spoken English

Job Purpose Summary: To provide effective coordination of all aspects of Carbon Zero Kenya’s project activity associated with the company Kisumu office.

The coordination of activities shall include all survey, construction, monitoring and education work carried out for Kisumubased projects. Alongside this the role shall coordinate office administration tasks to ensure that the facility is running smoothly.

Finally, from time to time the role shall support co2balance UK Ltd and Carbon Zero Kenya Ltd client visits to the area.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

Kisumu Office Administration

 

• Produce accurate monthly budgets for the Kisumu office and submit to the Finance Coordinator (Nairobi) in line with co2balance policy
• Control the office petty cash system and report any discrepancies.
• Manage expense claims in line with co2balance policy
• Obtain approval for the procurement of ‘one-off’ items required for the management of the Kisumu office (e.g. internet, phone etc)
• Manage and monitor the office inventory and report any damage or breakages to company equipment. Take receipt of deliveries of equipment to the office and report any discrepancies.
• Oversee and maintain the office and projects filing system
• Ensure the office is opened and closed securely each day.
• Ensure security firm are onsite in accordance with their contract
• Liaise with accommodation and transport arrangements for visitors as and when required.
• Provide quotations should any major purchase be necessary for company equipment in Kisumu.
• Other duties as may be requested by Senior Management
• Oversee all utilities in to the office including broadband, water and power

Office Coordination – for all projects within the remit of the Kisumu office:

• Provide resource planning, guidance and support to the teams carrying out tasks for the projects:o Monitoring Team (Kitchen Surveys, Kitchen Performance Test, Monitoring Kitchen Surveys – working with the Monitoring and Education Coordinator)

1. Education Team (Education Logs and Reporting, Maintenance and Repair – working with the Monitoring and Education Coordinator)
2. Construction Team (Stove Tracking and Data Entry – working with the Logistics and Construction Coordinator)
3. Support onsite Validations in conjunction with the Project Development Team
4. Oversee the quality control of all data uploads to the CZFED in line with company guidelines.

• Provide overall direction to the Kisumu Team including regular team meetings, feedback sessions and passing on instructions/directives as required.
• Provide support, assistance and resource coordination for other project activities as shall be from time to time required.
• Provide a weekly office report – format to be agreed.
• Report on day to day activities of CPOs and their locations
• Advise company senior management on day to day problems and solutions with all aspects of project delivery.
• Be responsible for showing around future inspection teams who may wish to see all aspects of the company business in Kisumu.

Minimum Qualification and Requirements:

You need to have high personal integrity and be willing to take personal responsibility for both for your own work and that of the staff under your control.

You must have the intellect and creativity to resolve complex situations. Certificates & experience in

• Accounting, financial planning, budget management and administration/logistics
• Project management
• Guiding a team, leadership, training/capacity building skills.
• Very good computer skills (especially with databases and financial software)

Soft skills and personal work ethics

• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to encourage a team-based approach
• The ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with a wide range of people within and external to the post holder’s own organisation.
• A logical mind with the capacity to overcome difficult problems creatively.
• Good organisational and negotiation skills together with the ability to prioritise and delegate effectively.
• To be honest, discreet and trustworthy.
• An ability to work quickly and accurately.
• An eye for detail.
• An ability to work to deadlines

Closing date for applications: 10th of August 2011

First interviews: week 15th of August

Second interviews: week 16th of August

Expecting starting date: week 22nd of August

Closing Date: Wednesday, August 10th 2011

How to apply:

Please email your CV, motivation letter and 3 references to laure.geron@co2balance.com

Website: www.co2balance.com

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co2balance HR and Admin Coordinator with PA support Job in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 64K)

As a multi-national carbon management company, working in UK, Kenya, India, Japan, Italy and USA co2balance has a highly dynamic, dedicated workforce.

If you are looking for a career in a company actively taking part in the fight against climate change, you may be interested in the vacancy below:

Job Title: HR and Admin Coordinator with PA support

Reference: HR_AD_1

Reports to: Senior Country Coordinator

Salary range: 64,000KES Gross

Office location: Nairobi

Language requirements: Excellent written and spoken English

Job Purpose Summary: You will support the senior country coordinator in organizing, as well as supporting, the general running of the office.

In addition, the role includes administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties regarding personnel.

Furthermore, you will ensure that departmental procedures conform to relevant law and government legislation together with Carbon Zero Kenya Ltd’ ’s regulations, policies and procedures. Confidentiality is key to the role.

Primary Objectives:

• Safety of the workforce.
• Development of a superior workforce.
• Development of the Human Resources department.
• Development of an employee-oriented company culture that emphasizes quality, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Personal ongoing development.

Responsibilities and duties:

1. HR Support

• Implement a process for all staff in Kenya, where they all need to inform about sick leave, or holiday leave in advance. Manage spreadsheet for staff in Kenya to track all sick leave
• Manage spreadsheet for all Kenya staff to track holiday allowance per year and holiday taken.
• Maintain secure HR files with CV’s, references and any other documents for all employees in Kenya
• Support recruitment and staffing logistics
• Support performance management and improvement tracking systems
• Support employee orientation, development, and training logistics and recordkeeping
• Assist with employee relations
• Responsible for employee safety, welfare, wellness, and health reporting; and employee services

2. General Administration

• Open all correspondence and sort out mail/ parcels for the post office, file mail.
• Monitor and respond to colleague emails, answering calls and handling queries on senior’s behalf, preparing correspondence on the seniors behalf, commissioning work on the seniors behalf, liaising with staff, clients, etc.
• Answer all inbound calls.
• Oversee visitors arriving to the office and organize refreshments and travel.
• Purchase all stationary for office.
• Schedule couriers as requested.
• Printing/scanning and photocopying for the office.
• General requests made by colleagues.
• Maintaining the main inventory files for all offices in Kenya.
• Ensure guest rooms in the office are available for external employees.
• Procurement of office equipment/furniture.
• Identify IT suppliers and ensure that all IT equipments are working
• Control of support staff including as appropriate: IT and audio-visual support, electronics, mechanical workshops, building services, stores, catering, cleaning and reception/security staff

3. Office Administration

• Ensure the office is opened and closed securely each day
• Ensure all areas are clean and tidy, oversee the office cleaner and provide her with all the necessary cleaning equipment required plus paying the office cleaner her monthly salary,
• Ensure milk, tea, coffee, biscuits are available.
• Purchase of kitchen essentials
• Oversee supply of all utilities to the office including broadband, water and power

4. Travel Administrator

• Co ordinate travel arrangements for internal and external employees and external visitors
• Ensure foreign currency is available as requested.
• Assist with visa and or visa information if required.

5. PA Responsibilities

• Booking meetings, organizing travel, writing minutes, taking dictation, planning.
• Organizing and managing events, managing a budget, attending events/meetings as the seniors representative, conducting research on the internet, writing reports/letters. Managing and reviewing filing and office systems. Typing, Printing and Scanning documents for Director.
• Paying Director’s monthly utility bills and various other personal tasks instructed by Director. Director’s personal banking on an ad hoc basis.

Minimum Qualification and Requirements: You need to have high personal integrity and be willing to take personal responsibility for both for your own work and that of the staff under your control. You must have the intellect and creativity to resolve complex situations.

Certificates & experience in

• HR and administration/logistics
• Guiding a team, leadership, training/capacity building skills.
• Very good computer skills (especially with databases and financial software)

Soft skills and personal work ethics

• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to encourage a team-based approach
• The ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with a wide range of people within and external to the post holder’s own organisation.
• A logical mind with the capacity to overcome difficult problems creatively.
• Good organisational and negotiation skills together with the ability to prioritise and delegate effectively.
• To be honest, discreet and trustworthy.
• An ability to work quickly and accurately.
• An eye for detail.
• An ability to work to deadlines

Closing date for applications: 15th of August 2011

First interviews: week 22nd of August 2011

Second interviews: week 29th of August 2011

Expecting starting date: week 12th of September

How to apply: Please email your CV, motivation letter and 3 references to laure.geron@co2balance.com

Website: www.co2balance.com

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