Internship | Job Vacancies at Superior Homes Kenya PLC

Business Development Intern

Kilifi Pazuri Vipingo
Closing Date: 2025-09-30

Superior Homes Kenya PLC is a real estate developer who takes pride in being the pioneer of the open-plan gated community concept in East Africa, which is now recognized as the future for sustainable living in East Africa. Developments under the Superior Homes brand include Greenpark Estate in Athi River, Pazuri at Vipingo and Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge.

We are seeking an energetic, creative, smart, and passionate individual to join our team as a Business Development Intern at our retail outlet at Vipingo in Kilifi. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in business development, marketing, and client engagement, while offering exposure to the real estate and hospitality sectors.

The Business Development Intern will serve as the first point of contact for clients at our Vipingo Market retail outlet and will support the team in marketing and sales activities.

The intern will be responsible for driving and delivering excellent business performance through aggressive marketing of the various products offered at our Vipingo Market outlet. He/She will also be responsible for marketing SHK real estate and hospitality products and conducting research and competitor analysis.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to learn, contribute, and develop skills in a dynamic and growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

Drive footfall to Pazuri at Vipingo
Market both real estate and hospitality products offered by Superior Homes Kenya
To formulate sales strategies for the hospitality business and ensure we turn a profit through commissions.
Have a good understanding of the coastal region both in terms of real estate investment and the tourism business.
To collect quality market intelligence and advise the business accordingly.
To map potential customers and generate leads for the organization.
Reviewing footfall performance on a weekly, monthly, quarterly basis; with the aim of meeting or exceeding targets.
Personally, identify and secure new business or revenue opportunities for the company.
Ensure that the shop is presentable and offer world-class services to walk in clients.
Ensure brand visibility for our products through billboards and signages.
Identify strategic business development opportunities for the company.
Promote exceptional levels of service throughout the function.
Champion continuous improvement throughout the function.

Requirements:

Recently completed a Degree/ Diploma in Sales, Marketing, business , communication or a related discipline.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with digital/social media marketing is an added advantage.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence in engaging clients.
Strong interest in business development, marketing, and client relations.
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work in a team environment.

Interview location: Pazuri at Vipingo in Kilifi.

Receivables Manager at Superior Homes

We are seeking a highly motivated, honest, and dedicated team player to effectively manage the Accounts Receivable function by ensuring accurate billing, timely collections, debtor account reconciliation, and adherence to financial policies. The role demands close coordination with clients and internal departments to maintain positive cash flow, minimize overdue accounts, and support overall financial health.

Responsibilities:

Manage the Accounts Receivable function to ensure timely billing, collections, and accurate client records.
Process all accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
Perform day-to-day financial transactions including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts receivables’ data.
Ensure all daily receipts, including Real Estate collections, are banked on time.
Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to confirm accurate posting and accounting of all payments.
Verify income records, reconcile receivables, and maintain up-to-date debtor reports.
Follow up with clients on outstanding payments, reminding them of obligations, and documenting all communications.
Work with Sales teams and conveyancing lawyers to ensure timely execution of Sale Agreements, Leases, and other transaction-related documents.
Track and guide clients under financing to avoid delays in loan processing and drawdown.
Answer client queries related to their sale transactions, keeping them informed about payment schedules and obligations.
Communicate regularly with other departments on matters impacting collections.
Ensure client accounts are accurately maintained in line with best accounting practices.
Generate regular reports and statements on receivables, including ageing analysis and status updates.
Notify management of collection risks, client disputes, or any issues that may hinder receivables recovery.
Monitor overdue accounts and initiate appropriate collection actions, including escalation if necessary.
Engage in banking duties and provide necessary support during audits or monthly reconciliations.
Collaborate with the finance team to improve departmental processes and collection efficiency.
Ensure daily, weekly, and periodic receivable targets and deadlines are met.
Contribute to the implementation of improvements in financial systems and reporting tools.
Perform any other duties assigned by management.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
CPA qualification is an added advantage.
At least 2–3 years of relevant experience in accounts receivable or credit control.
Solid understanding of credit control principles and receivables lifecycle.
Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Sage) and MS Excel.

Staycation Supervisor Job at Superior Homes

Superior Homes owns several houses situated at Greenpark and at the Pazuri Vipingo Estate. The houses are fully furnished to a high standard, and the gardens are well-maintained. It has been decided to rent out the houses or the rooms in the houses on a short-stay basis, and we are seeking to identify the services of a suitably qualified individual or company to market, sell, collect cash, and manage the houses.

In addition to the company-owned houses, there will be other houses in the ‘pool’ that will be rented out for short stays on a revenue share basis. Clients will mostly be sourced via digital media advertising, referrals, and word of mouth. The Staycation Supervisor (SS) will be responsible for houses at Greenpark and Pazuri.

All routes to market will be utilised, including digital media such as Airbnb, booking.com, Expedia, and others, and direct door-to-door selling to businesses in the vicinity of Athiriver, Lukenya, Mombasa, and North Coast.

Responsibilities:

Identify potential target markets and engage in direct marketing strategies to attract clients.
Maximize the effectiveness of all marketing efforts to ensure the highest possible levels of occupancy.
Ensure that all clients have prepaid for their stay prior to check-in.
Ensure that clients do not exceed their prepayment duration.
Communicate effectively with both potential clients and current clients as needed.
Meet and greet clients, ensuring they are settled in comfortably where possible. For instances where meet-and-greet is not feasible, ensure smooth entry for clients.
Discreetly provide necessary routine support to clients as required, ensuring their needs are met.
Be available for clients when they have check in and during their stay, or ensure the same is arranged.
Be present during the checkout process when possible to ensure a smooth experience.
Inspect properties after checkout promptly, identifying any damages or losses.
Arrange for cleaning and preparation of properties for incoming clients, ensuring readiness.

Requirements:

Proven experience in driving sales and marketing initiatives.
Have good knowledge of marketing using digital media.
Have an understanding of basic business and basic finance.
Have a good understanding of short-term house lets.
Be completely reliable, honest and trustworthy
Be a good communicator.