Facility Officer at DEDA Hospital

Job Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Manage the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standard
• Inspect building structures to determine the need for repairs and innovations
• Review utilities consumption and strive to minimize cost
• Plan and coordinate all installations (telecommunications, electricity etc) and refurbishments
• Supervise all staff facilities (custodians, technicians etc) and external contractors within the premises
• Control activities like waste disposals, use of equipment and proper allocation of resources
• Forecast, prepare and implement monthly budget for building use and facility maintenance
• Develop and implement schedule for regular evaluation of facilities
• Initiate interventions to solve problems in facilities
• Put in place strategies to promote the organization standard and culture
• Gives daily, weekly or monthy report as required.
• Dealing with emergencies as they arise
• Managing budgets
• Ensuring that facilities meet compliance standards and government regulations
• Planning for the future by forecasting the facility’s upcoming needs and requirements

Requirements

• Minimum of three years cognate experience
• First degree holder in Facility Management, Business Administration, Engineering or related field
• Knowledge of basic accounting and finance principles
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Well versed in technical/engineering operations and facility management at its best
• Professional certification in facility management or relevant field will be added advantage
• The ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Time management skills
• Teamwork, leadership and motivational skills
• Procurement and negotiation
• Proactive thinking
• Understanding of soft and hard service delivery
• Passionate about delivering consistent excellence
• Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices.
• Knowledge of basic accounting and finance principles