Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited (KenGen) is the leading power producer in Kenya.
The
company has embarked on a transformation program aimed at accelerating
the expansion of its generation capacity and stabilizing the power
situation in the country.
In order to sustain this process, KenGen is seeking to recruit a Property Manager to be incharge of its valued fixed assets
Based
in Central Office (Stima Plaza) and reporting to the Company Secretary,
Legal and Corporate Affairs Director, the ideal candidate should
possess vast knowledge of procurement process and legal requirement
relating to, acquisition, leasing, conveyancing administration,
disposal, and continuity issues relating to property ownership and must
have strong communication skills.
The Job
The
jobholder will be responsible for ensuring timely acquisition of land
rights and premises for effective delivery of projects and other
utilities. He/she shall be responsible for ensuring a sound asset base
for the company by securing title deeds and relevant ownership
documentation.
In
addition, the jobholder will ensure that the company operates within
the law through compliance with procurement regulations, ensuring
licenses are obtained appropriately, payment of Land Rent and Rates and
approval of Building Plans are in place within approved timeframes in
line with project time lines and corporate targets.
The Person
Ideal
Candidate should be a holder of Bachelors Degree in Land Economics,
must be registered by Institute of Surveyors of Kenya, Licensed to
practice by Valuers Registration Board and Estate Agents Registration
Board.
He/she
must have at least least 10 years of relevant experience in senior
management position handling conveyancing of land and valuation
services.
Experience in negotiation skills during land acquisition will be desirable.
Detailed description of the jobs is posted on the web site.
Interested applicants should apply through www.kengen.co.ke
Closing date for applications is 27th January 2012.