The U.S. Mission in Nairobi is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Facility Management Assistant (Facility Manager Assistant) in the Facilities Section.

• Performs construction project inspections and assists the Facility Manager (FM) with oversight of locally employed staff and American escorts in the Facility Management Office (FAC).
• In accordance with the local building code and safety requirements, oversees maintenance and construction projects in Government owned and leases properties.
• Serve as Contracting Officer Representative (COR) on construction and maintenance contracts for FAC. Manages the staff responsible for work orders and authorizing procurement requests. Partners with the FM to provide direction and managerial functions to support FAC staff. Assist with performance management, conduct reviews, and hiring.
• The jobholder will be directly supervised by the Senior Facility Manager.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in facility management, maintenance operations, construction, or real estate property management, including managing multidisciplinary personnel is required.

• The jobholder must have a valid Kenyan driver’s license with 5 years of driving experience.

• Understanding of construction principles and construction drawings is required. 

• Working knowledge of maintenance operations and procedures, international building codes and inspection practices is required. Knowledge of general safety principles that apply to work and living spaces is required. 

• Advanced managerial, supervision and scheduling skills.
• Ability to effectively delegate as appropriate and provide technical and organizational guidance during time-sensitive situations.
• Have excellent project management and organizational skills. Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to write statements of work, staff notices, and performance management documents.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

How to Apply:  All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.  

Interested candidates for this position must submit their application to the following link for consideration:

 https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/ken/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms