Executive Manager: Properties

Description

• The successful incumbent will be based at Corporate Office

Duties

• Aligns the property strategy to Agra’s overall strategy
• Formulates, obtains approval, implements, and evaluates the property strategy and all related projects
• Achieves planned returns on assets and an increase in property derived net income
• Needs to have business acumen, understand Return on Investment (ROI), and be knowledgeable about the property industry and benchmarks
• This includes conducting feasibility studies, writing proposals for property-related projects, and presenting findings in a professional and convincing manner to the Exco and Board of Directors
• Present projects to Management, EXCO, Board of Directors and third parties in such a manner that an informed decision as to viability may be made
• Ensures effective and efficient contract/contractors management (e.g. overseas drafting of Bill of quantities, tender evaluation, contractors’ selection, monitoring, payment and contract completion)
• Formulates, obtains approval, manages and monitors the property budget
• Assists management with the selection of suitable properties for expansion/ and or organisational transformations
• Ensures effective and efficient debtors management within the properties division
• Ensures effective and efficient operations (e.g. administration) within the properties division
• Actively participates in the Agra executive team
• Contributes to synergistic effects with other Agra divisions and departments
• Ensures effective maintenance of the integrated property planning and management information system
• Ensures that all property related aspects comply with legal and health and safety requirements
• Ensures effective and efficient people management (proper recruitment, performance management, discipline and orderly exit) and development (e.g. succession planning, training and development) within the property division
• Negotiates lease agreements in-line with Agra’s strategy
• Ensures adequate marketing and occupation rate of Agra’s rental properties
• Attends to, and ensures adequate customer satisfaction for Agra occupied properties, as well as for external tenants
• Networks and liaises with relevant industry organisations

Requisites

• Qualifications & Attributes:
• Namibian citizenship
• A relevant bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
• A business-related postgraduate qualification would serve as an advantage
• Related coursework that could prove helpful includes, project management, real estate/ property management and/ or finance
• Experience in the construction/property development industry would be a distinct advantage
• Minimum 8 years of management experience with 5 years spent in a leadership position
• Sound financial understanding
• Practical knowledge of the technical aspects of property management (property planning, project management, information systems, building plans and maintenance)
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Computer literate (MS Office; Asset Management Information system; Enterprise Resource Planning system)
• A valid driver’s license

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
• Indicate the source of this job post: working.co.na
• Agra Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer and suitably qualified Namibian citizens from designated groups as defined in the Namibian Affirmative Action Act (1998), are encouraged to apply
• Interested candidates should send an application letter, CV and supporting documents to: AGRA Corporate Office Human Resources Office

How to Apply

1. Documentation

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

2. Application

• Send your Documentation to resources@agra.com.na  with the Subject line “Executive Manager: Properties”