Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) is a non-denominational Technical , Vocational & Education Training (TVET) Institute under the Ministry of Education State Department of Vocational & Technical Training. It is located 14 kilometres from the City of Nairobi along Kiambu Road and 1 kilometer from Kiambu Town

Advert No. HR/05/2023

Purpose of the Job

This position is responsible for overall management of Boarding and accommodation facilities, ensuring compliance and regulatory, occupational and safety and environmental control, organization and management of housekeeping services.

Requirements-Job Specification

• Diploma in Housekeeping and Laundry/Accommodation or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Good Knowledge of Public Health Act
• At least three years working experience in the same position.
• Must be a person who is keen on details and results oriented.
• Experience in using ERP systems
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Good leadership, people management, supervisory, interpersonal, organizational, problem solving, time management and communication skills.
• A team player

Duties and responsibilities:

Managerial Responsibilities:

• Responsible for organization, planning and management of housekeeping and accommodation services.
• Preparation of the sections Annual Budget and termly requisitions.
• Prepare work plan for housekeeping staff to ensure efficiency of operations.
• Supervise the proper cleanliness and arrangement of hostels, Classrooms, Offices and any other assigned room.
• Ensure cleaning detergents/materials and equipment are ordered on time.

Operational Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance and regulation in line with their occupational objectives, safety, environmental and infection control.
• Develop and implement policies in accommodation and housekeeping.
• Evaluation of work performance by the staff under this position and advise accordingly.
• Ensure overall management of housekeeping and accommodations facilities.