Property Supervisor (Residential Apartments)

About the role

A client of Summit Recruitment & Search, which owns and manages residential apartments in Nairobi, is looking for a hands-on Property Supervisor to run a 32-unit apartment block. The supervisor reports directly to the property owner and handles day-to-day property administration, financial record keeping, supplier coordination and the supervision of on-site staff and contractors. The role suits someone with property management or administrative experience who can handle several operational and financial responsibilities.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of a 32-unit residential apartment block in Nairobi.
• Maintain accurate financial records, bookkeeping and data entry using accounting software.
• Manage property financial transactions such as rent collection, supplier invoices, payments, refunds and operational expenses.
• Liaise with service providers such as water, electricity, security, waste management and other vendors.
• Supervise maintenance and repair teams, oversee routine maintenance schedules and resolve tenant and property issues promptly.
• Support external audits by preparing and organising financial and operational records.
• Communicate and report effectively with tenants, suppliers and the property owner.
• Keep all financial and operational matters compliant, accurate, confidential and professional.

Required profile

• Diploma in Business Administration, Management, Accounting or a related field.
• About 2+ years of experience in property management or facilities management.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• High level of integrity, discretion and accountability.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently and report directly to ownership.