job Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Property Portfolio Manager to provide senior property management oversight in the Southern Region (Bulawayo Based). The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of properties, ensuring high standards of property management, property maintenance, tenant satisfaction, leasing, and financial performance. The incumbent must be a mature, self-motivated, goal getting individual with a sharp eye for property investment/management dynamics.

Duties and Responsibilities

-Leadership and Oversight: Provide senior-level guidance and support to Property Services team in the region, ensuring effective and proactive management of the property portfolio.
-Property Management: Oversee day-to-day operations of the property portfolio, including ovaral maintenance, best space-use analysis, customer experience promotion, legal and lease administration.
-Financial Management: Develop and manage portfolio budgets, monitor financial performance, and ensure profitability of the property portfolio.
-Tenant Relations: Foster positive relationships with tenants, addressing their needs and concerns promptly and professionally.
-Compliance: Ensure all properties comply with local, regional, and national regulations, including health and safety standards.
-Reporting: Prepare and present regular portfolio reports on property performance, occupancy rates, and financial metrics to senior management.
-Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies to maximize property value and achieve organizational goals.
-Cross Selling: The Portfolio Manager will be expected to be able to speak to our various products as the Old Mutual Group.

Qualifications and Experience

-5+ years of experience in asset/property management or real estate operations on diverse property portfolios
-Bachelor's degree in Real Estate Management, Property Development and Estate Management or similar required
-Master’s degree in Real Estate Management, Business Administration or similar preferred
-Knowledge in MRI or other real estate management software an added advantage
-Membership with REIZ or EAC an added advantage
-Excellent understanding of Excel with spreadsheet analysis experience
-Strong work ethic and attention to detail, as well as strong decision-making skills
-Exceptional interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
-Knowledge of property management, operations, asset management, and financials
-Ability to both lead and build out a team.

Competencies
-Business Insight
-Collaborates
-Communicates Effectively
-Courage
-Customer Focus
-Decision Quality
-Ensures Accountability
-Financial Acumen