Background

Emerge Egress Consulting is a Management and Training Consulting established in 2017 (herein referred as EEC). EEC specializes in offering tailored and proficient HR Management training and team building services. We examine issues of concern in depth and we have specialized in training which looks at the demand for potential success of Government, Local ...

Role Objective

A residential apartment in Nairobi is looking for a mature, reliable, and hands-on Caretaker to help with the day-to-day running of the property.

We are looking for someone practical and responsible who can supervise cleanliness, follow up on repairs, assist tenants when needed, and ensure the property runs smoothly.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the compound and common areas are clean and well kept
• Supervise security personnel, cleaners, and other service providers
• Report and follow up on repairs and maintenance issues
• Handle simple repairs where possible
• Assist tenants with day-to-day concerns
• Monitor water, electricity, garbage collection, and general utility services
• Keep an eye on security and movement within the premises
• Follow up on rent payments
• Maintain simple financial records including expenses and basic reporting
• Check the property regularly and report any issues
• Help coordinate tenant move-ins and move-outs
• Ensure the environment remains organized and presentable

Job Specifications and Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience working as a caretaker, building supervisor, or similar role
• Relevant training or certification in Property Management, Building Maintenance, or related field
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping (rent tracking, expenses, reporting)
• Practical knowledge of general repairs and maintenance
• Candidates living within or around Nairobi preferred

Key Competencies

• Responsible and dependable
• Good communication skills
• Ability to handle tenants professionally
• Hands-on and practical approach to work
• Ability to supervise support staff and service providers
• Good problem-solving skills
• Organized and able to follow up on tasks
• Honest and trustworthy
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Flexible and willing to handle different responsibilities

• Ensure the compound and common areas are clean and well kept
• Supervise security personnel, cleaners, and other service providers
• Report and follow up on repairs and maintenance issues
• Handle simple repairs where possible
• Assist tenants with day-to-day concerns
• Monitor water, electricity, garbage collection, and general utility services
• Keep an eye on security and movement within the premises
• Follow up on rent payments
• Maintain simple financial records including expenses and basic reporting
• Check the property regularly and report any issues
• Help coordinate tenant move-ins and move-outs
• Ensure the environment remains organized and presentable

• Responsible and dependable
• Good communication skills
• Ability to handle tenants professionally
• Hands-on and practical approach to work
• Ability to supervise support staff and service providers
• Good problem-solving skills
• Organized and able to follow up on tasks
• Honest and trustworthy
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Flexible and willing to handle different responsibilities

• At least 3 years’ experience working as a caretaker, building supervisor, or similar role
• Relevant training or certification in Property Management, Building Maintenance, or related field
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping (rent tracking, expenses, reporting)
• Practical knowledge of general repairs and maintenance
• Candidates living within or around Nairobi preferred