Facilities Management Lead

Job title: Facilities Management Lead

Company: Aga Khan Development Network


Job description: SectorSocial DevelopmentAbout the AgencyThe Aga Khan Education Services ( ) is one of the largest private, not-for-profit, non-denominational educational networks in the Global South. AKES currently operates over 190 pre-primary, primary, secondary and higher secondary schools and more than 100 non-formal education programmes in diverse geographic locations in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Uganda and the United Arab Emirates. Most schools offer their respective country’s national curricula, with some schools in East Africa and Bangladesh also offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) and the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). AKES employs over 6,500 teachers and staff and educates over 104,700 students.AutoReqId4148BRAgencyAga Khan Education ServicesSalarySalary and package to attract the best candidateRegionSouth AsiaThe requirementsThe candidate will lead a team of supervisors, regional managers, and core maintenance staff, and approve estimates for repairs, annual maintenance contracts, and purchase orders. They will direct both 3rd Party and In-House Preventative Maintenance Plans and work closely with the Purchasing and Operations teams to manage vendor contracts.The ideal candidate should have a Bachelors degree in Engineering. A Masters degree in Facility Management or Business Administration would be a plus. Additionally, the candidate should have at least 7 years of experience managing a multi-site property portfolio, with significant experience in a senior management role in a relevant field.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interested applicants can directly apply online at latest by January 22, 2025.The positionThe Aga Khan Education Service, Pakistan (AKES,P), an institution of the Aga Khan Development Network, provides educational access to over 55,000 students through more than 154 schools, and 6 hostels. AKES, P Central Office invites applications from eligible and interested candidates to fill the following position.Facilities Management Lead, Central Office, IslamabadThe Facilities Management Lead is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and systems at AKES Pakistan’s 155+ properties across Gilgit, Chitral, and Sindh, including schools, hostels, offices, and faculty housing. The candidate will manage AKESP’s property portfolio, focusing on budgeting, team management, vendor relations, sustainability practices, and energy management. The role requires managing multiple projects, traveling to remote locations, and adapting to flexible working hours.The responsibilities include developing strategies and SOPs for property maintenance, collaborating with the AKESP SMT, Operation Managers, and Regional Heads. The role involves conducting contract negotiations for maintenance services, ensuring all necessary permits are in place, attending inspections, and overseeing annual audits. Additionally, the candidate will work with the Safety and Security Manager to develop emergency plans, conduct drills, and ensure readiness for emergency situations.The Facilities Management Lead is responsible for deploying regular preventative maintenance inspections, managing major repairs and maintenance capital projects, and overseeing emergency fixes such as roofs, HVAC, fire alarms, and CCTV systems. Implementing sustainability initiatives focusing on energy efficiency, waste reduction, and environmentally friendly practices is also a key responsibility.

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Location: Pakistan

Job date: Sun, 12 Jan 2025 04:32:29 GMT

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