We are pleased to announce the following new position of Property Manager, Pakistan based in Karachi, Pakistan.
For further information please access the AKDN Career Centre at www.akdn.org/careers/1704760
Deadline for applications are September 14th, 2020.
The position
The Property Manager - Pakistan, will undertake a collation and assessment of all properties owned/held by AKDN agencies within Pakistan. S/he will work with all stakeholders and agencies, as appropriate, to explore and provide viable options for property holdings.
Key Duties will fall into 3 broad areas:
Legal
- Collating and updating all property-related documentation; including Title Deeds, Land Surveys, Leases etc.
- Providing support as appropriate on all legal matters pertaining to property holdings.
Technical/Administrative
- Develop a robust and evolving set of policies and procedures relating to property development and management and implement and monitor these with AKDN Agencies.
- Constantly review opportunities for asset optimisation.
- Assist the various property users in preparing annual budgets (and longer-term) to ensure optimal investment in upkeep.
- Develop & present proposals for property enhancements and development and review any such proposals developed within the institutions/agencies in Pakistan.
- Maintain the repository of all relevant documentation.
- Preparing appropriate check-lists and guidance for regional teams to conduct property condition assessments.
- Develop and implement auditable SOP’s for Health, Safety and Security, based on local and global best practice.
Other
- Lead on Property-related projects based on local, regional or global initiatives.
- Engaging with AKDN agencies to encourage and foster intra-agency cooperation, asset usage and development.
- Create an informal network of those individuals responsible for property matters within AKDN agencies – share best practice and promote professional development.
- Build a network of advisors and experts, both volunteer and commercial, and be the point of contact for all property-related matters
The requirements
Professional Experience
- Minimum of 5 - 7 years’ experience, working in a complex setting in a medium / large organization, especially with a hands-on experience of real estate matters across provinces (remotely).
- Experience of handling all legal aspects of property ownership essential.
- Broad property management and project management experience
Educational Qualifications
- Master’s degree from an internationally or nationally recognized university, preferably in either Engineering/Construction, Property Management or Law.
- A Professional qualification in project management and data analysis would be desirable
Skills and Attitudes
- Goal-oriented, data-driven, with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude and strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build strong, supportive, and collaborative working relationships with internal team members, leaders and key stakeholders.
- Proven ability to lead and motivate professional and volunteer team members from diverse backgrounds often remotely.
- Experience in writing actionable reports that build on input from multiple stakeholders, crafting proposals and related presentations, and developing other documentation.
- Experience in setting, attaining, and/or measuring performance indicators and outcomes.
- Experience in working with databases and analyzing data.
- Experience in preparing programmatic budgets and key deliverables with programmatic approach.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure, meet stringent deadlines and work well in teams
Language Proficiency
- Strong communication skills in English and Urdu (both oral and written); ability to understand regional languages will be an added advantage
Travel and Schedule
- Willingness to sometimes work outside normal office hours and travel within Pakistan
This is a local posting and AKDN welcomes applications from Pakistani Nationals who are currently residing in Pakistan and those who have Non-Resident Pakistani status.
About the Agency
The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is a group of private development agencies working to empower communities and individuals, often in disadvantaged circumstances, to improve living conditions and opportunities, especially in Africa and Asia. The agencies' mandates range from the fields of health and education to architecture, rural development and the promotion of private-sector enterprise. They collaborate in working towards a common goal ' building institutions and programmes that can respond to the challenges of social, economic and cultural change on an ongoing basis. AKDN is today, active in over 30 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and North America, the Network's underlying impulse is the ethic of compassion for the vulnerable in society. Its agencies and institutions work for the common good of all citizens, regardless of origin, gender or religion. More information.....
