Senior Property Caretaker

Reports To: Proprietor,
Industry: Real Estate,
Employment Type: Two-year Contract, Six months’ Probation,
Gross Salary: KES 30,000 per month,

Job Purpose

Our client, a leading property management and letting services firm, is seeking to hire a Senior Property Caretaker. The successful candidate will support the management of mixed-use properties (residential and commercial) through effective supervision of site staff, coordination of property maintenance, and ensuring optimal occupancy levels. The role also involves supporting rent collection, managing tenant relations, overseeing lease administration, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and preparing regular management reports.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise site staff including caretakers, security, contractors and service providers in assigned properties.
• Prepare maintenance related quotations and supervise repair activities at all levels.
• Occupancy management for optimum property performance which includes letting and supporting marketing activities.
• Conduct regular property inspections and prepare inspection reports.
• Coordinate routine and emergency maintenance with contractors and caretakers.
• Ensure availability and proper utilization of utilities.
• Maintain updated tenant records, lease schedules and occupancy reports.
• Handle tenant inquiries, complaints and resolve minor disputes professionally.
• Support rent collection function and follow up on arrears.
• Support lease administration including renewals, terminations and documentation filing.
• Assist in enforcement of landlord’s lien and legal recovery processes where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and statutory regulations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly management reports.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reduction of rental arrears within assigned portfolio.
• Timely resolution of tenant complaints (within 48 hours).
• Accurate and timely submission of weekly and monthly reports.
• Minimal vacancy rates within assigned properties.
• Compliance with inspection schedules and maintenance turnaround time.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma in Real Estate, Property Management, Business Administration or related field.
• KCSE minimum grade C (Plain).
• At least 1–2 years’ experience in property management or real estate.
• Exposure to mixed-use property portfolios is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Basic understanding of landlord and tenant law in Kenya.
• Ability to follow up persistently on rent arrears.
• Good report writing and record keeping skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Basic financial literacy and budgeting skills.

Working Conditions

The role involves regular site visits within Nairobi and may require occasional work outside normal office hours to handle emergencies.

How to Apply

If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title in the email subject (Senior Property Caretaker) to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 28th February 2026