KRA Chief Manager (Property Development) Job in Kenya

KRA Chief Manager (Property Development) Job in Kenya
February 28, 2015 Job Description
Career Opportunity: Chief Manager, Property Development
Kenya Revenue Authority is the principal revenue collector for the Government of Kenya, with the principal goal to deliver Kenya to self-sufficiency through effective tax revenue mobilization.
In pursuit of our mission, we seek to recruit a dynamic professional to oversee the development of our properties across the country with a view to providing suitable working facilities and leveraging them to support long term funding needs.The Kenya Revenue Authority Property Development Manager’s primary responsibilities include but are not limited to fulfilling the overall technical aspects involved in the development or redevelopment of commercially viable projects in its various currently owned properties.

These aspects include but not limited to;
Engage and interview the key stakeholders in order to develop the master plan and investment framework and strategy
Develop a brief of the project concept for approval by the Board for implementation.
Evaluating the initial feasibility analysis and project design
Evaluating Financial feasibility proposals and establishing a financing plan for the project development and submitting it for consideration by management
Planning project initiation, implementation and closure activities in accordance with the organization’s strategies
Reviewing all construction alternatives during the pre-development stage and identify their administrative, organizational, economic, or technical feasibility
Developing details for costing, tender submission and any other required information for pre and post contract period for both internal and external consumption
Coordination with/ and of the various construction professionals involved in the project including the hiring of such professionals and management of external client relationships
Applying for, securing and reporting on pre-development, construction and permanent financing from conventional financial institutions, private-public partnerships and development partners
Establishing and managing funds for each project and each funding source, including detailed and summary reports on a continuous/on request basis
Preparing and making presentations related to the project to financiers and any other concerned stakeholder with interest in the project
Establishing, monitoring and updating total project budget and physical progress report on an on-going basis
Providing technical and managerial support to staff and professionals working in the property development
Developing and maintaining various systems for the management and control of the project in a manner compatible with KRA standards and guidelines. This includes financial, approval tracking, change management, communication and records management system
Developing risk management plans;
Planning and participating in training of other Property Development staff
Taking up any other responsibilities assigned
Competence Requirements
Knowledge of the building and construction process
Knowledge of all the legal and industry requirements for such projects
Understanding of the public construction planning process
Ability to do detailed financial analysis of pre-development and development activities
Ability to do detailed analysis of construction budgeting and financing acivities
Ability to understand policies of both National and County Governments
Ability to understand and negotiate conditions with lending institutions
High levels of commercial awareness
Ability to exchange information, discuss and negotiate business arrangements and advocate for the accomplishments of the Kenya Revenue Authority development projects
Professional Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and or Civil Construction Works Management
Professional training in Construction Project Management.
At least five years’ experience in the Property development/construction project management.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the position should apply, quoting the position title on or before Friday 6th March 2015.
Applications, which should include curriculum vitae, contact email and daytime telephone contacts, current position and remuneration, names and address of three referees, should be addressed to:
Commissioner General
Kenya Revenue Authority
P.O Box 48240-00100,
Nairobi
Or Email to: erecruit@kra.go.ke
Applications may also be hand delivered at Times Tower Building, Nairobi and deposited ¡n the designated box situated at the entrance lobby on the Ground Floor.