Description
Human Capital Business Solutions Ltd is a Boutique HR Advisory Firm that specializes in strategic HR Consulting, Talent Acquisition & Development, Risk Management and Business Process Outsourced Services with our Headquarters based in Uganda and Country Office in Tanzania.
On behalf of our client Aurum Properties Limited, we are looking for competent and experienced Property Associate be based in Kampala with regular field work across Greater Kampala
| Job title | Property Associate | Reports to | Managing Director |
| Location | Kampala, with regular field work across Greater Kampala | Employment type | Fixed Term Contract |
Purpose of the role
The Property Associate is the face of Aurum Properties to landlords and tenants. The role delivers the day-to-day management of Aurum’s portfolio: finding and onboarding good tenants, collecting rent reliably, keeping properties in good repair and giving owners clear, accurate reports. As Aurum’s first operational hire, the Associate helps build the systems and standards the business will grow on.
Key responsibilities
Letting and tenant management
- Market vacant units, photograph properties and manage listings.
- Conduct viewings and vet applicants (identity, income, references).
- Prepare tenancy agreements and complete move-in and move-out condition reports.
- Act as the first point of contact for tenants and resolve queries promptly.
Rent collection and reporting
- Track rent due and received; issue receipts and follow up arrears in line with Aurum’s arrears process and the Landlord and Tenant Act, 2022.
- Prepare monthly owner statements for review by the Managing Director.
- Maintain accurate records in the property management system.
Maintenance and inspections
- Log repair requests, raise work orders and coordinate approved suppliers.
- Inspect completed work before payment is approved.
- Carry out periodic property inspections and flag risks early.
- Apply the Aurum Sustainable Property Standard checklist during inspections.
Business development
- Support landlord acquisition: prospect lists, follow-ups and onboarding.
- Build relationships with referral partners and suppliers.
- Capture before-and-after photos and case study material.
Key performance indicators
| KPI | Target |
| Rent collected by the 10th of the month | ≥ 90% |
| Average days to let a vacant unit | ≤ 30 days |
| Repairs resolved within 72 hours | ≥ 80% |
| Owner statements issued by the 5th | 100% |
| Units on the property management system | 100% |
| Landlord retention | ≥ 90% |
Person specification
| Essential | Desirable | |
| Qualifications | Diploma or degree in real estate, land economics, business or related field | Professional property management training |
| Experience | 2–4 years in lettings, property management or customer service | Experience with diaspora clients or corporate accommodation |
| Skills | Organised, numerate, strong written and spoken English, confident negotiator, computer literate | Luganda or other local languages; photography; property software |
| Personal qualities | Honest and trustworthy with money, professional, calm under pressure, customer-focused | Interest in design and property |
| Other | Valid driving permit; willing to travel across Greater Kampala | Own means of transport |
HOW TO APPLY
- Candidates who meet the criteria outlined above should submit their applications, resume and academic documents in pdf format with “HCBSU-PA- PROPERTY ASSOCIATE” as the Email subject via recruitment@hcbsltd.com
Note:
- The deadline for applications is not later than 05:00 pm, Friday 9th October 2026
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.
