About Adventist University of AfricaÂ
Adventist University of Africa (AUA) is a Chartered University of the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church based in Nairobi, Kenya, established by the General Conference of SDA to provide postgraduate education in Theology, Business, Public Health, Applied Computer Science and other fields. The University seeks to deliver outstanding postgraduate education from a Biblical foundation to prepare competent leaders to serve the Church and society in a Christ-like manner.
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Position Summary
The University is looking to fill a vacancy for the position of Physical Plant Manager. This individual reports to the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Financial Administration (DVCF), and he/she directs and manages the physical plant and maintenance operations to support the institution’s operations, which consist of multiple facilities that include, but are not limited to, utility systems management, grounds maintenance, furniture management, and building maintenance.
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Summary of Duties and Responsibilities
• Oversee all facets of the daily operations of the Physical Plant department.
• Responsible for building maintenance.
• Ensure that all furniture and fixtures are kept in good repair.
• Responsible for ensuring the smooth functioning of all utility systems (electricity, water, etc).
• Ensure that all University grounds (including streets, pathways, hedges, etc.) are kept in good repair.
• Fitness Centre management.
• Assist the DVCF in the implementation of the Key Policy, Compound and Housing Policy, Asset Disposal Policy, Vehicle Policy, and other areas relating to relevant physical assets.
• Participate in budget preparation.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of an efficient administrative service to the clients of the University.
• Project management as may be assigned.
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Educational Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• A certificate or diploma in any one or more of the following areas: plumbing, masonry, carpentry, electrical, painting, civil engineering, and/or landscaping.
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Skills Required
• Good interpersonal skills
• Time Management
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Attention to detail
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Required Work Experience
• At least 5 years of experience as an electrician, plumber, carpenter, mason, or any other industrial technology or civil engineering area.
• At least 2 years of experience as a supervisor, manager, or departmental head.
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Method of Application
Interested persons should apply to the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Financial Administration (DVCF) of AUA via email to dvcf@aua.ac.ke by 16th January 2026, and the following documents should be attached:
1. Written application expressing interest in the job
2. Detailed CV with at least three referees
3. Copies of certificates and transcripts
4. Three (3) recommendation letters:
a. from your local church pastor,
b. from your current or former employer,
c. any other.
Only shortlisted applicants will be notified and invited for an interview.