Wednesday, December 4, 2013

General Manager - Real Estate job in Kenya

General Manager - Real Estate

The General Manager has the overall responsibility of running the  company's profitability while driving the general operations of the organisation.

The Main areas of focus would be: Leadership, Ensuring efficient operations, Revenue Generation and Provision of Excellent Customer Service.

Main Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Seek and Prospect new business in consultation with the Board and the Management Team
  • Accountable for profitability,performance on set targets and budget management
  • Report on the Financial Performance to the Board together with the Finance Manager
  • Ensure employees meet the KPIs
  • Ensuring delivery of  exceptional Customer Service by handling customer needs and handling the different queries
  • Providing Direction and Leadership to the team: Ensuring clear focus on set targets and objectives
  • Recommend and Account for Staff recruitment, Training,Management and Motivation
  • Set Clear KPIS for the Staff and ensure accountability in meeting their set targets
  • Conduct Daily meetings to ensure proper workflow and priorities
  • Conduct one on one meetings,appraisals and any other disciplinary measures with the staff in consulting with the HR Manager
  • Ensure clear communication of performance,targets through monthly meetings and proper communication channels
  • Manage Commercial Sales, PR and Marketing to ensure revenue growth and margins are defended
  • Ensure all contracts with suppliers,contractors,tenants,buyers are executed and maintained
  • Undertake Market research,intelligence to ensure the company remains dynamic by coming up or improving the products at hand
Day to Day activities will include:
  • Managing Ongoing projects,
  • Daily Staff Meetings,
  • Preparing Daily reports,
  • Conduct Due diligence in areas of Operations,
  • Approve Financial expenditure,
  • Managing employee metrics,
  • Oversee daily implementation of the overall strategy
Requirements:
  • Senior Management level (5 Years) in a Real Estate Company, Property or Construction
  • Strong General management Experience in a Successful Real Estate Company
  • Sales and Marketing Experience
  • Previous experience in Managing a diverse team
  • Knowledge of Key players within the real Estate Industry
  • High Level of Financial Management and Commercial Awareness
  • Strong Leadership skills with ability to achieve results
  • Ability to network across all industries with confidence and authority
  • Ability to formulate strategy and follow up on its execution
  • Excellent relationship building skills, interpersonal skills and communication skills
Education: 
  • University Degree in Land Economics and relevant professional qualifications.
  • A Masters Degree would be and added advantage
Interested parties should submit their CVs with cover letter to jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke