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Muzafaru Kayigi

@muzafarukayigi

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Seasoned Chartered Valuation Surveyor with 10+ years of experience.

United Arab Emirates

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that offers opportunities for professional growth and challenges in valuation and real estate analysis.

I am a seasoned Chartered Valuation Surveyor with over 10 years of extensive experience in providing expert valuation services across diverse asset classes. My expertise spans the UAE and East Africa, where I have successfully executed valuations in compliance with the RICS Red Book and IVS. With a Master of Science in Real Estate Investment Finance, I possess strong analytical skills and a strategic understanding of real estate markets, enabling me to deliver accurate and well-founded valuation opinions that align with industry best practices.

Throughout my career, I have conducted valuations for major financial institutions, delivered corporate portfolio valuations for financial reporting, and completed high-profile assignments across various property types, including mixed-use developments, labour camps, warehouses, and shopping centres. My commitment to excellence is reflected in my ability to conduct thorough due diligence, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while providing clients with well-reasoned valuation opinions.

I am passionate about continuous professional development and actively contribute to knowledge-sharing sessions within my team. My leadership skills and client relationship management expertise have been instrumental in driving business development initiatives and securing new valuation mandates. I am dedicated to enhancing industry best practices and ensuring the highest standards of service delivery in all my professional endeavors.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Valuer

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Chestertons Commercial Valuations Real Estate Services LLC

Nov 2024 - Present (6 months)

As a Senior Valuer, I conduct high-value commercial valuations for banks and institutional investors, ensuring compliance with RICS Red Book and IVS. I provide valuation advisory to key clients and support business development initiatives.

Valuation RICS Red Book Due Diligence Client Relationship Management Financial Analysis Market Research Proposal Writing Risk Assessment Regulatory Compliance

Valuer

Windmills Real Estate Valuation Services LLC

Nov 2023 - Nov 2024 (1 year)

In my role as a Valuer, I prepare and approve valuation reports for banks and multinational corporations, ensuring compliance with RICS and IVS standards. I also conduct CPD training sessions for valuation professionals.

Team Leadership Process Improvement Quality Assurance

Senior Valuer

Knight Frank Uganda

Oct 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year)

As Senior Valuer, I oversee the valuation of various property types, ensuring compliance with RICS standards. I also manage departmental operations, strategic planning, and client engagement.

Valuation RICS Standards Strategic Planning Client Engagement Proposal Writing Budgeting Market Analysis

Valuer

Knight Frank Uganda

Nov 2016 - Oct 2022 (5 years 11 months)

Responsible for conducting valuation exercises and maintaining a valuation database. I assisted in preparing proposals and negotiating fees while ensuring compliance with RICS standards.

Database Management Financial Modeling Reporting

Estates Officer

Knight Frank Uganda

Aug 2016 - Nov 2016 (3 months)

Assisted the Estates Manager in supervising maintenance staff and ensuring property security. I maintained records of maintenance issues and submitted daily activity reports.

Property Management Maintenance Supervision Security Management Reporting Operational Management Communication Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Oxford Brookes University

Master of Science, Real Estate Investment Finance

2020 - 2021

Grade: Merit

Awarded a Merit MSc. in Real Estate Investment Finance, focusing on advanced financial modeling and valuation techniques applicable to real estate markets.

Makerere University

Bachelor of Science, Land Economics

2012 - 2016

Awarded a BSc. (Hons) in Land Economics, gaining in-depth knowledge of land valuation, property management, and economic principles related to real estate.