Village Manager

Methodist Homes For The Aged; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen sucht einen engagierten Village Manager, der für die Verwaltung und das Wohlbefinden der Bewohner verantwortlich ist. In dieser spannenden Rolle leiten Sie die täglichen Operationen, von der Verwaltung der Pflegeeinrichtungen bis zur finanziellen Kontrolle. Sie arbeiten eng mit den Abteilungsleitern zusammen, um eine hohe Lebensqualität für die Bewohner sicherzustellen und die Standards der Organisation aufrechtzuerhalten. Wenn Sie über ausgezeichnete Führungs- und Kommunikationsfähigkeiten verfügen und bereit sind, in einem dynamischen Umfeld zu arbeiten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• Mindestens 5 Jahre Managementerfahrung auf höherer Ebene.
• Erfahrung in einem ähnlichen Umfeld ist von Vorteil.

Responsibilities

• Verantwortung für das Management des Retirement Village.
• Verwaltung der Finanzen und Budgets in Zusammenarbeit mit dem Buchhalter.

Skills

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Führungskompetenz

Kundenservice-Ethische Standards

Interpersonelle Fähigkeiten

Aufmerksamkeit für Details

Administrative Fähigkeiten

Problem-Lösungsfähigkeiten

Finanzielle Kenntnisse

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tertiary Diploma or Degree

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

The successful incumbent will be responsible for managing, administering, and controlling the Retirement Village to ensure the wellbeing of residents and staff, as well as the continued success of the village.

Minimum qualifications and experience required:

1. Matric (grade 12)
2. Relevant tertiary diploma or degree, or equivalent experience in medical, facility/property management, hospitality, or finance management.
3. Minimum 5 years’ management experience at a senior management level.
4. 5 years’ experience in a similar environment would be advantageous.

Skills and attributes required

1. Excellent communication, leadership, and management skills.
2. Ability to maintain the standards and image of the organisation.
3. Customer service ethic must be up to standard and acceptable.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills to develop and maintain professional relationships with staff, residents, families, and visitors.
5. Attention to detail and excellent time/priorities management skills.
6. Strong administrative skills, including above-average computer literacy.
7. Problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
8. High level of integrity and emotional intelligence.
9. Strong business and financial acumen.
10. Ability to work under pressure and willingness to work overtime and weekends as required.

Other requirements:

1. Physical fitness.
2. Own vehicle and valid driver’s license.
3. Intermediate MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Key performance areas include, but are not limited to:

Manage and control occupation, sales, and marketing

1. Manage all sections of the Village through departmental heads/Supervisors.
2. Oversee occupation of all units, including Life Rights, rentals, Board and Lodging, and Care Centre rooms.
3. Manage operations of the Care Centre and Nursing facilities in collaboration with the Nursing Manager.

Administration and finance management

1. Collaborate with the Village Bookkeeper to control finances and budgets.
2. Authorize purchase orders within authority limits.
3. Control daily cash management.
4. Draft annual village budgets with relevant stakeholders.
5. Coordinate insurance cover with Head Office and ensure claims are processed correctly.
6. Maintain accurate asset registers and resident/employee files.

Maintenance of Buildings, Property, and Equipment

1. Ensure proper maintenance of buildings, property, and equipment cost-effectively and in line with best practices.
2. Manage projects from proposal to completion, ensuring quality finishes.

Human Resources and management of subordinates

Risk Management

Health and Safety Management

Control outsourced contractors

Deal with Government Departments

Other tasks as required

Please note: Only CVs of candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be considered. Interested candidates should send their CVs to: [e-mail] or [e-mail] by Thursday, 15 May 2025.

Methodist Homes commits to protecting personal information as per PAIA and POPI Acts. Your CV will be used solely for assessing your suitability for the Village Manager role and for communication regarding your application. If you do not receive feedback within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.