COMPANY PROFILE 2015

INFORMATION
COMPANY
PROFILE
2015
ORION VALUERS
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Introduction
rion is a real estate firm that provides property valuations, facilities management,
environmental impact assessments, agency and consultancy services for residential
and commercial properties. The full scope of our service repertoire encompasses
compulsory acquisitions, feasibility and market analysis, letting and selling as well as financial
advisory services. With more than four years in the industry, Orion has a multidisciplinary
professional team committed to applying innovative and proven strategies to create sound
solutions to every day real estate challenges.
Services offered by Orion are available for the Kenyan market and the wider East African
community. As members of the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (ISK), we abide by a strict
code of professional ethics. Our transactions are above board whilst observing strict
confidentiality. We have an extensive portfolio of clients featuring international organizations,
banks, professional investors, international organizations and government agencies. We
have also developed strategic alliances with financial institutions, reputable contractors,
project managers and architects to provide value-added products.
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Our Vision
Our Mision
Is to create
successful
property
investors.
In line with the Vision, our Mission
is to offer trusted solutions through
extensive research and present
insightful information in a simplified
and transparent manner.
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Business
Philosophy
We are committed to
ensuring fair and equal
negotiations. Our teams
work while respecting
human rights, gender
equality, traditions and
the environment.
Management & Staff
MARY WARIGIA
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
Our Values &
Culture
Engagement
Model
At Orion Valuers, we are continually
developing our people, refining our systems
and upgrading our service standards.
At Orion Valuers we are all about making
the property buying, selling and renting
process a celebration and achievement
in contrast to the daunting process it is
presently.
We value our clients and business partners.
Our reputation is built on the following
values:
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Efficiency
Innovation
Personalized
Confidentiality
Professionalism
Honesty & Integrity
We discuss and discern the needs of
the client. Our communication channels
are always open and consistent across
all aspects of our service offering.
Fees are agreed on and thereafter we
get to work delivering detailed reports
with due diligence in line with local and
international professional standards.
Mary holds a BA degree in Land Economics
from the University of Nairobi; a Diploma
from the ISK; and is a registered valuer by
the valuers registration board. Further, Mary
holds an MBA from the University of Nairobi
in Strategic Management.
She was a council member of the Institution
of Surveyors of Kenya (ISK) Council for
five years, where she spearheaded the
formulation of its strategic plan and new
constitution. Both documents continue to
play a pivotal role towards the growth and
development of the industry and profession.
Mary played an active role during the lobbying
for the adoption of the National Land Policy
Session paper 3 of 2009. This document
formed the basis for the current and new
land laws. She was also actively involved
in land reforms while serving her stint as a
consultant for the Land Development and
Governance Institute (LDGI).
She has worked for Housing Finance
Corporation (HFCK) and Lloyd Masika.
She possesses all round expertise and
experience spanning over a decade. With
her vast experience, knowledge and track
record, Mary continues to curve a niche in the
local real estate industry and has her eyes
set on the regional and global market. She
recently attained her Environmental Impact
Assessment certificate from Africa Nazarene
University and attended forums at the Africa
Union Commission in line with the African
Strategy for vision 2063. This plays well into
Orion’s Pan-African and Global solutions for
local challenges.
She has also signed up for a one year
mentorship programme with the Cherry Blair
Foundation and will be enrolling for a PhD
programme in leadership and management
later in the year (2015).
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JOAN WAWERU
ASSISTANT VALUER
MERCY GICHERU
EIA EXPERT
Joan holds a BA degree in Land Economics
from the University of Nairobi. She is a
graduate member of the Institute of
Surveyors of Kenya awaiting certification
to full membership. Joan
also holds
a Certificate in Environmental Impact
Assessment
from
Africa
Nazarene
University.
Mercy holds a BSc. in Disaster Mitigation
and Sustainable Development from Masinde
Muliro University of Science and Technology
and an Environmental Impact Assessment
Certificate from Africa Nazarene University.
She is a continuing ACCA student and has
also studied basic Mandarin.
Working with other consultants, Joan has
played a central role in the internal and
external positioning of the Orion brand.
These processes have greatly impacted
on the company’s service delivery, quality
control and assurance.
Joan is detailed oriented and possesses
great interpersonal skills. She easily builds
trusted relationships with colleagues and
clients alike. Thriving on consistency has
seen her attend myriad conferences and
forums on leadership and human resource
in an effort to build an organizational
structure that the business demands.
DENISE MBOYA
SALES EXCUTIVE
Denise holds a BA degree in Real Estate from
the University of Nairobi and a graduate
member of the Institute of Surveyors of
Kenya.
Later in the year (2015) she will be enrolling
for the WYLDE programme as well as to
learn a new language to boost her portfolio
management skills.
Denise is driven, a good listener with great
communication skills, and a team player
who believes that group effort goes a long
way in achieving common and individual
goals.
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Mercy connects personnel with processes
and to this end, she has played a leading role
in the ongoing implementation of the Orion
strategic plan in line with company policies,
procedures, branding and communications.
She is detailed, organized and continues
to pursue positive business solutions
whilst maintaining the highest standards of
professional and personal excellence.
KENNEDY KAMBO
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
& OPERATIONS
Kennedy has had a two year stint at Orion
Valuers garnering skills and experience in
property management by ensuring that
tenants and landlords are comfortable
and satisfied. He excels in cultivating and
maintaining relationships to ensure a steady
supply of property owners who require
management services and consequently a
compelling stream of happy tenants for
these properties.
Among the properties under his care
include Langata Apartments; a property
with 24 housing units that he took up from
zero to fully-let and running smoothly in
record time.
Orion’s Service Offering
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Valuation Services
The valuation team at Orion Valuers carry
out property searches and give informed and
objectiveopinion of its true worth as per the
terms of reference from the client. Terms of
reference can vary from one need to another
but mostly; valuations are for the purposes
of insurance, sale, mortgage, foreclosure and
purchase. Our valuation solutions are tailored
to serve residential, commercial and industrial
interests.
Orion also provides rent assessments for
landlords and tenants alike with a view of
determining the fair current market rates.
Further, our team assists in negotiations and
arbitrations towards an amicable agreement for
both parties.
Location
Market
Age &
Condition
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Agency
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Management Services
We act on behalf of our clients in transactions involving selling and letting of properties.
Under Agency, our services are divided into two categories; Selling and Letting.
On assignment as management agents, our service repertoire is twofold; Facilities
Management and Property Management.
SELLING
LETTING
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
At Orion, we appreciate the fact that selling
your property is a challenging undertaking.
We have therefore developed strategies that
afford our clients a professional, carefully
planned, stress free and ultimately profitable
experience. We go out to the market and
negotiate the best price for an earmarked
property in favour of our clients. Orion Valuers
further advices accordingly on market price
disparities, whether the envisaged target is
feasible and most important we assist in
closing the transaction.
Orion professionals intimately understand
the market and will strive to get the best prices
for residential and commercial properties.
For tenants looking to rent a property for
the very first time or relocate to a new area,
Orion will assist you in finding your perfect
home. We screen potential clientele in an
effort to maintain high standards in tenancy.
In return we also ensure that tenants get
value for their money for properties they
rent.
We undertake contract negotiations on behalf of landlords,
with reputable service providers for utilities such as lifts, lighting
and fire extinguishers maintenance. We also ensure that such
maintenance is carried out efficiently and on a regular basis.
With landlord’s approval, we engage with contractors of good
repute to carry out repairs from time to time whilst supervising
the exercise to ensure quality material and good workmanship.
We negotiate cleaning contracts with cleaning companies of
good repute for the tiding up of all public and common areas
efficiently and within expected standards.
Faclities
Maintenance,
Cleaning &
Security
Services
It is our mandate to negotiate security contracts with reputable
security firms and avail cost citations for approval. We then
supervise the guards to ensure that the building, fixtures and
equipment are safeguarded round the clock.
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PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Property management entails charging and collecting rent,
ensuring that clients are tax compliant by filing their tax returns,
availing timely and comprehensive statements as well publishing
reports in line with client calendar of events.
Orion collects all monies due for payment and submits monthly
statements to that effect. Any actions taken to recover rent
arrears are also incorporated in these monthly reports. Ordinarily
we endeavour to educate tenants on the consequences of
defaulting while at the same time embracing compassion for
deserving cases.
We advice landlords on the terms and conditions for renewal of
leases upon expiry while taking into account prevailing markets
rates. We also negotiate on their behalf rent reviews and service
charge.
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Rent
Collection,
Lease
Renewals,
Risk Covers
& Tax
Compliance
Consultancy Services
Orion’s consultancy services are tailored to suit financiers, developers
and other end users.
We undertake feasibility and market analysis on behalf of clients to
establish the viability of projects.
We source funding for developers and end-buyers while offering
advisory services to institutions on industry trends.
We engage legal experts to draw leases for tenants and landlords as
well as offer advice on key areas of tenancy like controlled tenancy
and exit clauses.
Orion Consultancy delves in data analysis and market trends for
those discerning clients who value the worth of industry information.
Tailored
to suit
Financiers,
Developers
and other
end users.
We take immediate steps to let any spaces that fall vacant whilst
ensuring that vacating tenants comply with lease obligations in
respect to decor and repairs.
We advice landlords to take up suitable cover against all risks,
with reputable insurance companies.
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Our Products
ORION NYUMBA SAFI
AN ORION FACILITIES MANAGEMENT PRODUCT
Orion’s Nyumba Safi is a cleaning and maintenance
product that will keep everything running smoothly
behind the scenes for you. Our experienced teams
work fast and efficiently to provide weekly, monthly
and quarterly solutions to keep your premises
professionally clean and well maintained.
The Orion Nyumba Safi services runs on the
following schedule: Once a week, we undertake
grocery shopping, laundry and general house
cleaning. On a monthly basis, we provide a bill run
for electricity, water, cable TV and internet – DSTV
and ZUKU. Every quarter (3 months) our team will
clean your carpets, rugs, duvets, seat upholstery
and fumigation services on request. Similarly,
we also manage and coordinate a professional
team of technicians and contractors designated to
undertake routine checks, repairs and maintenance
in the case of a breakdown. Systems that we keep
maintained include your HVAC, electrical appliances
and plumbing.
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ORION EXPATRIATE CONNECTION
AN ORION AGENCY & CONSULTANCY PRODUCT
We provide convenience for first time expatriates
through trusted manpower and pertinent
information. Using our service, foreigners can
hire vetted housekeepers, gardeners and drivers
as well as find suitable babysitters, nannies and
caregivers. Options for International Schools,
Hospitals, Shopping Centres and recreational spots
conveniently located in relation to your place of
domicile are also available. Orion is registered with
the Expatriate Association.
THE ORION CONCEPT
AN ORION CONSULTANCY PRODUCT
The Orion Concept is a whole inclusive product
delivered with a tag-team approach from our experts
and partners. Our agency will source for suitable
land and the investment team will give you market
feasibility and possible returns on investment.
We will also play a pivotal role in sourcing for
project funds. The Orion EIA team will help you
implement best practices as the legal team outlines
requirements. Finally, the implementation link of
architects, surveyors, contractors and branding
experts will develop, furnish, advertise, sell, let
and manage the property. We will actualize your
business concept.
ORION HAZINA
AN ORION FEASIBILITY & MARKET ANALYSIS
PRODUCT
A Product modelled for equity partners and groups
of individuals pooling resources for a common
investment. We provide viable investment options
and expected returns on investments. Our experts
understand market trends, depreciation, inflation
and property bubbles. Therefore, the investment
models we prescribe rest on project viability and the
ability to anticipate and mitigate risks associated
with the investment.
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Orion Valuers has dedicated 10% of all income
towards supporting activities of the Orion
Foundation. The Director’s service on the boards
of Therapies for Kids and the Kenya Community
Centre for Learning (KCCL) plays a pivotal role
in developing strategies geared towards changing
perceptions and the lives of children with disabilities
in Kenya.
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Quality Control & Quality Assurance
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Orion Valuers is continually refining ways
of achieving our clients’ goals by regularly
reviewing our structures, systems and
processes.
Orion Valuers works only with professionals
registered by their relevant professional
bodies.
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We double check client backgrounds before
any negotiations are initiated.
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It is our duty to ascertain that financial
institutions we work with are registered and
regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya, have a
good reputation coupled with good customer
care.
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Our experts carry out property searches to
prove their existence and ownership.
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We strive to ensure that public and government
land is safe guarded from dubious deals.
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We strictly adhere to the professional code of
ethics and carry out any due diligence to safe
guard against professional negligence.
Professional Affiliations
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Our Clients
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Loresho, Cooper Centre
Kaptagat Road Ground Floor
P.O. Box 2778 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.
+254 715 186 991