General Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Celtic Cooling are experts in the field of design, supply and installation of energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly refrigeration systems, air conditioning systems and turnkey solutions.

Our goal: to create the best circumstances to store our customers products.

Our clients are varied and international. Headquartered in Nieuw-Vennep in The Netherlands, we have four branches worldwide in Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana and Kazakhstan.

Our branch office in Kenya is looking for a: General Manager

Overview of Role:

The General Manager is responsible for all aspects of the branch’s daily operations.

The GM will need to among others, plan, direct and coordinate the various aspects of his/her operating area.


The GM will need to ensure that operations run smoothly and according to company policy and that vendors and suppliers are properly and correctly compensated and ensure that they continue to meet the needs of the company.

The GM will usually report to executive staff members such as the vice president, director or chief operating officer.

General Requirements:
  • At least 5 years experience in same or similar position.
  • Technically minded person, preferably with knowledge and experience in refrigeration and / or HVAC (heating, ventilation and air-conditioning).
  • Fluent in English (written & verbal). Local languages a plus.
  • Good / fair knowledge of local labour laws.
  • Knowledge of local markets.
  • Excellent basic computer skills; MS office, outlook. Knowledge of AutoCAD, MS projects a plus.
  • Excellent multi-tasking, organisational, interpersonal, delegation, administration, financial and leadership skills.
  • Contactable references.

Qualification Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in one/more of the following: business management, administration, accounting, finance, (business related field) or an engineering degree.
  • And/or recognised diploma’s or courses in above disciplines, from accredited institutions only.

You are requested to send your CV and application letter before September 30th to:

Celtic Kenya Ltd
Managing Director
P.O. Box 25195-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

Or by email to info@celtic.nl


For more information you can contact Dave Zoetemelk or Jeroen M