Manager: Internal Audit and Risk job in Kenya

Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority is a state corporation established in 1974 by the Act of Parliament Cap 443, to undertake integrated planning, development coordination, and management of the resources within the Tana and Athi basins.
The Authority seeks to recruit the following


Manager: Internal Audit and Risk

Job Description
Reporting to the Board on policy issues and to the Managing Director on day to day operations.
Oversee the day to day administration of the audit section.
Make annual and departmental audit plans and guidelines.
Organize, direct, coordinate and control audit services.
Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and carry out spot checks.
Follow up outstanding issues to ensure appropriate corrective action after external audits.
Participate in the budget process and prepare internal audit reports.
Co-ordinate both internal and external audits.
Educate staff members on the changes in the law i.e. sensitization of staff of emerging issues.
Developing and implementing effective risk management, control and governance framework.
Understanding and mitigating the financial, commercial and strategic risks within the Authority.
Leading discussions on Internal Audit and Risk recommendations and agreed remedial actions and plans.
Liaising with external auditors in carrying out audits.
Qualification & Experience.
Bachelors, degree in Accounting, Finance or a degree in a related field from a recognized university.
Accounting qualifications (ACCA, or CPA (K) or an equivalent qualification with at least 10 years’ relevant post qualification experience as an internal auditor.
Computer literacy and a good working knowledge of accounting packages and financial management systems are essential


Interested candidates should submit their application with a detailed CV and photocopies of all testimonials, IDs stating his/her current position, current remuneration level, E-Mail, contact address and telephone number and addresses of three referees to reach us on or before (date).

TARDA is an equal opportunity employer.

Submit your application not later than 6th of December 2010 to:

DN/A NO 782
P. O. Box 49010, 00100, GPO
Nairobi

E-mail: info@tarda.co.ke

Kindly address to: The Managing Director

Note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Assistant Risk Services Consultants Jobs in Kenya

Five (5) Positions

Liaison is a Risk Management and Financial Services Consultancy operating in Kenya, Uganda,Tanzania and Rwanda.

At Liaison we pride ourselves on our ability to provide a service built on expertise responsiveness to clients’ needs and credibility in our business.

Our ethos encourages long term relationships and working in partnership with our clients based on performance oriented criteria and providing a “service beyond expectation”

The key driver to our success is talent and skill.

We plan to add to our pool;

Five (5) Assistant Risk Services Consultants
Minimum entry credentials:

   1. Business Bachelors Degree from a recognized University.
   2. Must have practical proven experience with a major broking house for a period not less than three (3) years
   3. Professional qualification (full or part) in insurance will be an added advantage.
   4. Must demonstrate entrepreneurship qualities.
   5. Must be prepared to work in any of our channels across Eastern Africa.

If you feel you have the above qualities please apply online to hr@liaisongroup.net by 15th November 2010.

Please note only candidates meeting the above qualifications will be shortlisted

Website: www.liaisongroup.net

Head of Internal Audit and Risk Management Job Vacancy - Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA)

Our client, the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) is a state Corporation set up to regulate, supervise and develop the insurance sector in Kenya. The Authority is now seeking to fill this new position.

Head of Internal Audit and Risk Management
Ref. No: 233/DX/FS

Responsible directly to the Board Audit and Corporate Governance Committee and indirectly to the Chief Executive for developing and implementing a comprehensive loss and waste prevention programme through independent, systematic and objective audit reviews as well as programmatic evaluations of business policies, systems, processes and practices.

Continuously reviews the effectiveness of internal controls and degree of compliance as well as identifying organizational risk factors in the management of the Authority.

Prepares audit reports and also makes recommendations to help improve the quality of service delivery systems as well as promoting good corporate governance practices.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

    * Develop, implement and evaluate internal control framework as well as managing and profiling organizational risk factors;
    * Evaluate the adequacy of internal controls by conducting protective and constructive audits of all functions
    * Monitor and review procurement practices and other procedures including staff recruitment and selection process to ensure compliance with approved guidelines;
    * Assess and evaluate all the Authority's plans, projects, contracts and services to protect the Authority from risk.
    * Evaluate progress and effectiveness of action taken to implement audit recommendations received from all internal & external audits;
    * Monitor and evaluate the progress made in achieving performance contract objectives
    * Prepare and submit written reports of findings and make recommendations for the improvement of operations.

Minimum qualifications & other requirements

    * Master's degree in business administration, commerce, accounting, finance, economics or equivalent.
    * Professional accounting qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, ACA or ACMA and membership to a relevant professional body.
    * Minimum eight (8) years relevant professional experience in the areas of internal and/ or external audit gained in an organization with strong internal control frameworks.
    * Excellent knowledge of audit procedures, including planning, audit techniques, testing and sampling methods and tools used in conducting audits.
    * Proven ability to improve operational policies and procedures, business processes, audit objectives, key management strategies.
    * Proficiency in spreadsheet databases, word-processing, and presentation applications, including computerized finance, accounting, auditing, and record keeping systems and experience working with large and complex data sets.
    * Well developed analytical, communication and presentation skills;
    * Ability to work independently, remain focused and maintain highest integrity and objectivity.

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Closing date for receipt of applications:19th November 2010

Send your application letter and CV- do not attach certificates/testimonials and state how your experience matches the specification, quoting job Ref. No. to hawkins.associates@khigroup.com

Insurance Claims Manager Job in Kenya

An exciting career awaits you with an upcoming player in the insurance sector associated with a leading bank

Job Scope

* Manage and supervise overall business operations including underwriting, claims & administration
* Develop policies and procedures to support approved strategies
* Develop and grow long-term relationships with customers and underwriters

Requisite Qualifications

* Business related degree from recognized university
* ACII Qualification
* At least 3 years experience in similar position

If you believe you are the person we are looking for, send a comprehensive profile of yourself to: insurance@piescreative.com

Nairobi Insurance Company Jobs in Kenya

Our client is an insurance company based in Nairobi operating three branches and underwriting all classes of general insurance business, including medical.

New positions have arisen as a result of our clients endeavour to grow and service its business.

Branch Manager - Meru

This is a new position due to growth of business from the region and prospects of affiliated business.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelors Degree In a relevant field and ACII or AIIK and have at least at least 3 years working experience In an insurance company in a supervisory position preferably in branch management, marketing or agent management.

Qualities/Competencies

* Proven management skills
* Confident, energetic and goal driven
* Socially astute
* High achievement and self-motivated
* Good Planner
* Team player

Attractive salary and benefits will be negotiable and commensurate to qualification and experience.

Subsequently, they will be pegged on achievement of Key Performance Indicators.

Business Development Executive - Nairobi
6 positions

The successful candidates will work closely with brokers, agents and key business partners in developing and servicing business. Success on the job will be measured by sales volume and servicing factors. A Bachelors Degree in a relevant field and ACII or AIIK.

He or she will have at least 3 years relevant working experience with an insurance company or leading brokerage firm

Qualities/Competencies

* Confident energetic and goal driven
* Socially astute
* High achievement and self-motivated
* Good Planner
* Team player

Salary and benefits are negotiable.

Medical Insurance Underwriter

The holder will either have a medical background with underwriting experience or be an insurance professional with medical insurance experience. A top notch underwriter with keen interest in medical underwriting may qualify. A bachelors degree or ACII/AIIK or qualification in a medical field.

Qualities/Competencies

* Analytical skills
* Thorough
* Objective
* Customer service skills

Attractive salary and benefits commensurate to qualifications and experience will be negotiable.

Subsequently, they will be pegged to achievement of Key Performance Indicators.

If you meet the above criteria or consider yourself an exceptional candidate for the above positions, you may apply to select@psychometricsafrica.com enclosing your CV (maximum 3 pages) by the 7th of November 2010. Strictly no scanned attachments.

Manager, Internal Audit and Risk

Coast Development Authority (CDA) is a state corporation established by an Act of Parliament No. 20 of 1990 (cap 449) of the Laws of Kenya to plan and co-ordinate the implementation of development projects in the whole of the Coast province and the exclusive economic zone(EEZ) and for connected purposes.

The Authority seeks to recruit the following Chief Managers and Managers:
Manager, Internal Audit and Risk

Job Description

Reports to the Board on policy issues and to the Managing Director on day to day operations.

* Developing and implementing effective risk management, control and governance framework.
* Understanding and mitigating the financial, commercial and strategic risks within the Authority.
* Leading discussions on Internal Audit and Risk recommendations and agreed remedial actions and plans.
* Liaising with external auditors in carrying out audits.

Qualification and Experience

* Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or a degree in a related field from a recognized university
* Accounting qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CPA) or an equivalent qualification with at least three years' relevant experience as an Internal Auditor
* MBA is an added advantage
* Computer literate
* Must be above 35 years of age
The positions will be on permanent and pensionable terms

Interested candidates should submit their application with a detailed CV and photocopies of all testimonials, IDs stating his/her current position, current remuneration level, E-mail, contact address and telephone number and addresses of three referees to reach us on before 12th November, 2010.

CDA is an equal opportunity employer

Submit your application to:

The Managing Director
Coast Development Authority
P.O. Box 1322 Mombasa-80100
E-mail: cda@cdakenya.org

Note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to disqualification.

APA Insurance Kenya. Programmer ICT Job.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
POST – PROGRAMMER
Company – APA Insurance
Division/Department: Information Communication & Technology
Immediate Supervisor: Head of ICT

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Propose the design, plan and develop software applications that meet/exceed the needs of the organization.
* Plan, implement and document software change management including new releases, upgrades and fixes.
* Perform program documentation, version control and software quality assurance.
* Plan for the installation, upgrades and setup of application systems whenever there is need.
* Conduct training on the new releases, fixes and upgrades in consultation with Heads of Departments and Systems Analyst as need be.
* Develop Ad-hoc user reports, Management reports and Audit trails as need be.
* Anticipate communication and networking problems and implement preventive measures.
* Establish and perform maintenance programs following company and vendor standards.
* Ensure timely user notification of maintenance requirements and effects on system availability.
* Investigate, recommend and install enhancements and operating procedures that optimize network availability.
* Maintain confidentiality with regard to the information being processed, stored or accessed by the network.
* Document application program problems and resolutions for future reference.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Technology or any other related field.
* Certifications: OCA, (oracle certified administrator), OCP (oracle certified professional) & MCSD (Microsoft Certified Systems Developer) is essential.
* At least 4 years experience in active programming, especially in Oracle forms-SQL, VB 6.
* Experience in Dot Net, ASP, and PHP development is desirable.
* 2 years experience in insurance industry is an added advantage.
* Excellent inter personal skills.
* Good communication and listening skills.

Terms of offer
The position offers a good exposure to those looking for an exiting challenge and growth within the ICT Sector. If your career aspirations match the above requirements, please write in confidence to the address here below on or before 29th October 2010.

Enclose current curriculum vitae and apply to;
Head of Human Resources,
APA Insurance Limited,
Apollo Centre, Off Ring Road Westlands,
PO Box 30065, 00100,
NAIROBI
E-mail: recruitment@apainsurance.org

Managing Director - Long-Term Insurance Financial Services Industry

Compliance Risk Manager

Reporting to the Head, Compliance Risk, the position will coordinate and be responsible for undertaking effective compliance monitoring reviews within the KCB Kenya functions, involving data gathering, analysis, and report preparation to identify, assess, advise, monitor and report on compliance risks.

The Compliance Manager will be responsible for and act as the key contact point for the business on remedial action set through compliance monitoring reviews, and act as the AML liaison contact in Head Office, maintaining continuous dialogue and information to business units on key issues defined in the AML/KYC policies.

Key Responsibilities

* Liaise with Compliance Managers/Compliance Champions in KCB Kenya to collect and collate compliance risk survey & assessment data to facilitate establishing of the compliance universe and recommendations on the high risk issues.
* Monitor and report on the daily management of compliance issues at respective units including significant internal policies as may be advised.
* Act as anti-money laundering liaison contact in Head Office, maintaining continuous dialogue and information to business units on key issues defined in the AML/KYC policies.
* Prepare internal compliance reports for the Central compliance office with regard to external and regulatory compliance issues.
* Monitor and alert on the status and performance of compliance responsibilities across Head Office Support functions.
* Plan, support, & provide AML/KYC awareness and system training & other compliance policy training across the network units.
* Carryout initial review of AML alerts and maintain follow-up for conclusion on AML case management, including providing AML system support to users.
* Carry out compliance risk events data collection, analysis and preparation of reporting including recommendations to mitigate exposures.
* Maintain continuous engagement with business units and advise to carry out compliance risk monitoring, analysis and reporting on New Products, and Projects.
* Provide compliance risk liaison at peer levels across specialist and risk functions (Legal, Audi, Risk, HR, Finance, including Forensic investigations and Insurance).

Requirements:
The Person
In order to be considered for the above position, all applicants should have:-

* A first degree from a recognized university. An MBA degree will be an added advantage
* At least one risk-relevant professional qualification, ACAMS, ABCI, PRMIA, etc
* 5 years of wide ranging bank experience – 3 years management experience, in either operations, or compliance/audit related activities, with demonstrated understanding of the regulatory environment including CBK Prudential Guidelines
* Good knowledge of money laundering issues and KYC requirements
* A good of bank-wide business functions, administration and supervisory skills
* Good management skills including organizational, communication and problem solving skills
* Demonstrated high integrity.

The above position is a demanding role for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the respective job title or ref no. in the subject field

Contact Info: KCB

Risk Assistant Executive

PricewaterhouseCoopers provides industry-focused advisory, tax and assurance services to public sector entities and private companies, building public trust and enhancing value for clients and their stakeholders.
The PricewaterhouseCoopers network in Africa has member firms in over 30 countries with over 7,360 professional staff. We have the largest footprint of all the professional services firms on the African continent.

In Kenya, our local capability comprises over 350 professionals who are able to combine their in-depth understanding of local business, social, cultural and economic issues with their deep functional and industry knowledge.
Description:

What we are looking for

We are in the process of strengthening our support services in Risk & Independence within the Internal Firm Service by recruiting a highly motivated person for the position of Risk Assistant Executive.

This individual will be a part of and provide support to the Kenya Risk and Quality (R&Q) team in relation to firm-wide risk management and quality standards. The person will be involved in ensuring effective systems are in place to manage all significant risks, monitor compliance against all Risk Management Standards, global and best practice guidelines, and deliver Independence and risk management training.
The role:

* Support the Country R&Q team on Risk, Independence and Quality (R&Q) matters;
* Develop an effective filing system for R&Q matters, both physical and computer based files;
* Maintain risk management and independence databases. For instance, anti money laundering databases, business relationship checking database, etc. The databases include up to date policies on R&Q, records on monitoring compliance and other R&Q matters;
* Arrange meetings as required and manage information to support these meetings.
* Accurately and promptly document minutes of meetings dealing with R&Q matters;
* Assist in formatting reports on R&Q activities, compliance results and issues and updating risk management and other R&Q templates;
* Support the Country R&Q Manager with the administrative aspects of monitoring compliance with risk and independence matters. This would include areas such as annual independence confirmation, annual risk management sign off, web based courses and other R&Q matters;
* Support the Country R&Q Manager with the administrative aspects of monitoring the status of the R&Q action plan. This will include maintaining an up to date status of progress with the action plan and assisting in coordinating monitoring efforts of other R&Q Champions;
* Assist in arranging the logistics and administrative matters for trainings on R&Q. This will include selecting and booking venues, sending invites to participants, sending course instructions, preparing training materials, circulating and analyzing course evaluation forms and attendance registers
* Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Country R&Q Manager.

The selected candidate will possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university, 1-2 years experience in a organization support function ; Proven administrative experience and excellent organizational skills combined with the ability to develop, improve and maintain administrative systems; Ability to build effective working relationships with others including senior individuals within the firm. Essential attributes for this role are strong communication skills, a team player, developed research and problem solving skills, innovative, adaptability and flexibility.
To apply for the position, please send an email quoting the specific area on the email subject line. Kindly provide a CV detailing your qualifications, experience, contact details and names of three references.

Contact Info: PricewaterhouseCoopers Ltd
PricewaterhouseCoopers Ltd

InfoMarketers- Insurance Sale Executives.

The individuals should have at least 1 years insurance sale experience either in Life or General insurance. COP, ACII certificate will be an added advantage.
City/Town:	Nairobi
Location:	Nairobi Area
Wage/Salary:	Retainer + commission
Start:	immediate
Duration:	permanaent
Type:	Full Time
How to apply:	E-mail
Company:	InfoMarketers
Contact:	Gerald Cheruiyot
Phone:	0204449260/2
Fax:
Email:

Risk & Compliance Assistant Manager

Summary: Kenya Post Office Savings Bank (Postbank), a leading Savings Bank with a national branch network and an equal opportunity employer wishes to recruit competent, proactive, self driven people with high integrity to fill the positions in the establishment.
Description:

Purpose of the Position

•To oversee and manage the formulation and implementation of sound policies and procedures towards ensuring that the bank complies with regulatory requirements and ensure prompt mitigation of possible risks.
Key Responsibilities

•Initiate, maintain and revise policies and procedures for the implementation of the Compliance Program and its related activities.
•Analyse and set exposure limits for Credit risk, Liquidity risk, Market risk and Operational risk.
•Carry out impact analysis to control/mitigate the impact of market risk using various risk assessment tools.
•Review compliance with the various parameters set in the Risk Policy on a continuous basis.
•Develop, periodically review and update code of conduct to ensure continued relevance and guidance to management and employees.
•Collaborate with other departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate channels for investigation and resolution.
•Develop and oversee a system for uniform handling of violations of policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
•Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; and develop/implement corrective action plans.
•Review Risk Policy Compliance Reports highlighting variances from the limits set and present to the Management/Board for remedial action.
•Liaise with the Human Resource Department to develop and implement effective compliance training programmes.
Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•Degree in Business related field.
•Possession of an MBA will be an added advantage.
•Professional banking qualifications such as ACIB or Diploma in Banking.
•Good knowledge and solid understanding of: The requirements of compliance monitoring, The Companies Act, The Banking Act, Prudential Guidelines, International Financial Reporting Standards and other internal and external regulations.
•8 years relevant working experience, 3 of which should have been at senior management level in a risk related role.

Please note that ONLY short listed candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be contacted. The positions are on a 3 year contract and renewable based on performance.

Managing Director
Kenya Post Office Savings bank
P.O Box 30311 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

CFC Life Kenya Bancassurance Sales Job.

Job Title: Bancassurance Sales Specialist
Business Unit: CFC Life Assurance Limited
Department: Sales and Distribution

Key Objective of the Job

To market CFC Life Group Life and Deposit Admin business to the CFC Stanbic CIB and Business bank client base

Job Summary – The Key Tasks in the Job
* Developing and implementing call plans and marketing strategies
* Negotiating with CIB and Business Bank regarding the level of business and servicing requirements
* Promoting CFC Life’s Bancassurance products through marketing presentations and training
* Providing information and training on products and servicing procedures/requirements
* New business upload and servicing
* Establishing and maintaining business relationships
* Adherence to the compliance process
* Achieving production targets
* Communication and networking with all Group companies and departments to facilitate problem solving

Academic and professional qualification
* Bachelor degree in Business/ Marketing

Experience and Knowledge
* At least 5 years experience in the financial services or insurance industry
* Insurance Industry Knowledge
* CFC Life Products
* CFC Life software and systems
* Group Life technical knowledge
* Presentation skills

Skills (Personal and Interpersonal)
* Service Delivery
* Customer Training and Development
* Deadline Driven
* Planning and Organising
* Financial Analysis and Interpretation
* Presentation Skills
* Problem Solving Skills
* Customer Market Understanding
* Interpersonal Sensitivity
* Flexibility
* Action Orientation
* Understanding of the Competitor Environment

If you meet the requirements of the above position please upload your CV here OR send a detailed and updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, details and contacts of three professional references to reach the undersigned by 14th October 2010.

The Human Resources Department
P.O. Box 30364 -00100
Nairobi

New Brokerage Firm Manager and Insurance Secretary Jobs in Kenya

A new brokerage firm has the following vacancies;

A) Manager/Principal Officer

To run the day today affairs of the company as the principal officer.

The following minimum, qualifications are desired:

• Degree in commerce (Insurance option) or other relevant degree
• 10 years all round experience in underwriting, claims, marketing, reinsurance and insurance accounting.
• At least 6 credits in ACII qualifications.
• Well versed in the relevant office computer packages.
• Well versed with the relevant statutory requirements of IRA and other authorities.
• Ability to work outside normal working hours and station.

B) Insurance Secretary

The following minimum qualifications are desired:

• Diploma in Secretarial studies from a recognized Institution.
• 3-5 year experience in an Insurance Company or Brokerage
• Proficiency in computer packages – Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work outside normal working hours and station.

Please send your application to this address below stating expected salary.

The Director
P.O. Box 11830 – 00100
GPO Nairobi

To reach him not later than 15th October 2010

Madison Assistant Claims Manager - Medical Insurance Vacancy

Primary responsibility

To be responsible for medical claims management process including reviewing the same in line with changing business needs, market practices and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Review and implement guidelines as pertains to vetting of all medical insurance claims to ascertain admissibility.
• Approve the preauthorization, handle case management, retrospective review and discharge planning.
• Authorize and process payments to providers in line with the service level benchmarks.
• Processing the inpatient, optical and dental claims as well as adjudicating the outpatient claims for upcountry providers.
• Review and monitor on monthly basis the credit levels with service providers.
• Reduce the cost by negotiating rates with providers, monitoring patients expenditure and holding Health talks for scheme members.(thereby lowering the loss Ratio)
• Conduct monthly service provider audits to ensure performance within the service level agreements and compile reports thereof
• Supervision of staff to ensure optimum utilization, monitor their performance, determine their training needs and coordinate their training.

Requirements

• First university degree
• ACII/AIIK qualifiers or will have completed their ACII/AIIK by the end of this year
• Sound knowledge in Medical insurance business including processes & systems
• Knowledge in industry practices in Medical Insurance Claims
• Ability to provide guidance and leadership
• At least four years experience at supervisory level in Medical Insurance Claims.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send their application letters together with detailed curriculum vitae indicating their daytime telephone contacts by 24th September 2010 to: hr@madison.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Madison Marketing Executives - General Insurance Business Jobs

Primary Responsibility

Ensuring that the production targeted are attained and favourable relationships are maintained with customers and intermediaries.

Key responsibilities

• Secure new business directly or through intermediaries.
• Service existing business and follow up renewals within the service benchmarks and in line with the monthly renewal target.
• Identify and recommend new Agents/Brokers to Head Office for appointment.
• Liaison with Agents and Brokers.
• Prepare and submit premium quotations to intermediaries/clients on request.
• Follow up premium payments and other payments with intermediaries and direct clients.
• Forward weekly and monthly reports as required
• Gather marketing intelligence including competition, new products and also about the Company’s image
• Undertake initial underwriting of business to ensure sound acceptance of risk.
• Ensure that policy documents, endorsements and renewal notices/advices are processed
• Handle customer complaints written or verbal on a timely basis.
• Issuing of motor certificates and non motor cover notes
• Maintaining proper record keeping systems at the branch.
• Reconciling accounts statements
• Ensuring duly completed claim forms from intermediaries/clients are submitted to the Head office within our service benchmarks and follow up to ensure prompt settlement of claims.

Requirements

• First university degree
• Professional qualification in marketing
• Certificate of proficiency (COP). A diploma in insurance will be an added advantage
• Sound knowledge in General insurance products
• At least three years experience in marketing General insurance products

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send their application letters together with detailed curriculum vitae indicating their daytime telephone contacts by 24th September 2010 to: hr@madison.co.ke

Claims Assessor Job - Lifecare International Insurance Brokers (KShs 40,000 Negotiable)

Job Title: Claims Assessor

Department: Administration/Operations

Position: Permanent

Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Summary:

The position calls for a results oriented individual with proven ability to work with minimal direction in a fast paced environment.

The candidate will be responsible for managing the medical claims for members of International and local medical providers as well as facilitating admissions into hospital and medical evacuations out of the country.

The job requires involvement with high level clients and exposure to sensitive information necessitating considerable tact, diplomacy, discretion and judgement.

The aim of the candidate’s job is to ensure efficient and effective claim and admission processing for client satisfaction and retention of business.

Key Competencies:

• Effective and fluent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Competency in MS Office and internet applications
• Able to prioritise and organise a highly varied work schedule
• Deliver on time and within deadline and the company set turn around times.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with diverse cultures
• Ability to handle sensitive information and situations in a confidential manner
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and within limited time constraints, handling multiple projects simultaneously

Main Responsibilities:

• Customer service – Correspondence with Clients on claim issues and queries; Correspondence with Medical providers and Insurers on member claim issues
• Claim assessments – Preparation of documents for assessment, Claim vetting and input into computer system, monitoring limits and benefits, follow up and reporting on claims assessed, dispatch and payment of claims within the turnaround terms set by the company.
• Facilitating smooth inpatient care for members into hospital – coordination with hospital and provider for admissions, ensuring payment issues are resolved at the outset, making visits/calls to ensure members are satisfied.
• Facilitating smooth medical evacuation of members – coordination with member and provider for evacuation, ensuring payment issues are resolved at the outset

Preferred Qualifications & Occupational Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or
• Diploma in relevant field (Insurance, Commerce, Administration)
• Familiarity and experience in dealing with medical insurance, processing and products

Salary Scale: Kshs 40,000 negotiable depending on experience and qualifications

Interested applicants are requested to send their applications & detailed CV indicating current salary and benefit history with 3 references including current employer, copies of certificates and any other testimonials on or Before 20th Sept, 2010 to:

Lifecare International Insurance Brokers Ltd,
P.O. Box 59789 – 00200,
Nairobi.

Or Email: hr@lifecareinternational.co.ke

Insurance Executive

Our client is a global multinational Food & Beverage company, worldwide leader in most of its category portfolio. With global or local specific brands and products, the core focus is to meet the diverse needs and preferences of consumers all over the world.

Operating in Africa for more than 80 years, the Company has 5 markets within, the Equatorial African Region being amongst them. The regional operations are co-ordinated from Nairobi, Kenya to offer shared service across countries in Central, East, part of Southern Africa including the Island markets and Horn of Africa.

With this regional expertise, the Company aims at enhancing the business potential of this region, which is seen as an important source of future growth, and bring it up to the level of performance that the Company experiences in other regions of Africa and the world.

By reinforcing business and product categories focus, making operations more efficient, developing cross fertilization or enhancing peoples’ knowledge transfer and empowerment, this shared service expertise is expected to accelerate growth and meet the company’s high ambition for the Region.

Our client continues to be viewed as one of the leading global companies in Corporate Social Responsibility, particularly in the developing world. Being a committed leader in environmental performance, they ensure that natural resources are preserved and that waste management enjoys much attention in all operations worldwide. The company is an equal-opportunity employer with robust talent management policies, and systems. They value and reward individual and team contributions to business results.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Regional Treasury Manager, the Insurance Executive will co-ordinate all insurance activities in the region including risk financing, loss prevention and employee benefits.

He/She will be the contact person in regards to all insurance related matters for Head office and countries supporting other departments.

Responsibilities

1. Insurance / Risk financing:

• Ensure that all insurance coverage required by local law or regulation is in place.
• Implement the Global Standard on Insurance and Risk Financing.
• Ensure full integration of local insurances into the global insurance programmes.
• Declare Fire Insurance values to Group Risk Services.
• Input Insurance policies information, premiums and claims into Risk Console.
• Premium invoices to be paid within 30 days of receipt.
• Ensure that all the necessary documentation is submitted to insurers on a timely basis and that claims are settled as per claims handling procedures. And follow up on any possible claim recovery from 3rd party.
• Notify Group Risk Services of major claims.
• Select insurers or service providers for insurance/services.
• Inform Group Risk Services of any major change in Risk Profile e.g. acquisitions, divestments, capital investments, new construction projects etc.
• Advice and assist on insurance/risk financing to other departments or services of the local entity.
• Analyze claims and identify trends in order to propose loss prevention/ mitigation measures.

2. Loss Prevention:

• Support the Global Property Loss Prevention Programme and follow up on implementation of recommendations.
• Support and encourage the implementation of Business Continuity Planning with the assistance of Group Risk Services.
• Support the implementation of the Global initiative on safe driving.
• Support and coordinate loss prevention projects initiated at global level.

3. Employee Benefits:

• Support Group Risk Services in its project to better understand the global spend on life, disability and medical insurance/cost.
• Encourage the use of Group schemes and/or partners where possible.

4. Support / Assistance to the other departments:

• Ensure one focal point in the region for all insurance related matters and in the countries.
• Review contractual arrangements with 3rd parties in order to identify any insurance requirement and ensure that;

1. They are in line with group programme/ practice
2. Exposure is mitigated as much as possible

• Identify and eliminate any duplicated insurance cost.
• Identify any insurance cost that falls outside of group programmes and local legal requirements and report to Group Risk Services.

Requirements

• Degree in Business related course
• 5 years of experience in insurance
• Ability to work as a part of a multifunctional team.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge and understanding of organizational dynamics, behaviours and psychology.
• Good business acumen.
• Good working knowledge of French will be considered as an added advantage.

How to apply:

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 17th September 2010.

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

Travel Insurance Officer, UAP Insurance

UAP Insurance is one of the leading insurance companies in the East African region, and is the first foreign underwriter in Southern Sudan. The Company ranks highly in business volume, market share, profits, net assets and other significant attributes.

UAP is the first Insurance company In the region, to be ISO certified.

We are looking for qualified Individuals to fill the following position based in our Head Office, Nairobi.

Travel Insurance Officer

The overall responsibility will be to coordinate the operations of the Travelsure product in line with the organizational strategic plan.

Key tasks will include continually updating the Travelsure product, identifying new markets and generating marketing strategies for market penetration, overseeing the administrative activities of the travelsure product including timely debiting, collection of premiums, refunds and settlement of admissible claims.

Ensuring that all customer service related issues are handled in a timely, efficient and friendly manner to achieve maximum customer satisfaction; designing and constantly updating working procedures of the Travelsure product to ensure efficiency and high quality service.

Candidates should have a business related degree with 2 years hands on experience in Travel sales, Strong communication, good interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.

Interested candidates should provide a detailed CV, including present position, current remuneration, names, addresses, and phone contacts of three professional referees, copies of professional/educational certificates and send it to:

Group Human Resources Manager,
UAP Insurance Co. Ltd.
P.O. Box 43013-00100,
Nairobi.

Or Email: recruitment@uapkenya.com

Closing date of applications: Friday, September 24, 2010

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kenya Orient Insurance Exciting Career Opportunities

Kenya Orient Insurance Ltd is a locally owned General Insurance Underwriter with branches in most of the major towns in Kenya.

We seek to recruit talented and experienced personnel to fill the following positions.

Assistant Marketing Manager

Reporting to Head of Marketing and Business Development, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following key responsibilities;

• Identifying, vetting and recruitment of quality intermediaries.
• Conducting routine formal policyholder / intermediaries marketing field audits.
• Organizing and coordinating regular marketing drives
• Assist the Marketing manager in ensuring that yearly business acquisition targets for corporate clients are attained
• Key member of the product development committee charged with coming up with unique, innovative and cost effective ideas to improve the companies offering in products and service delivery.

Candidates should meet the following minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Equivalent
• Full professional qualification in Marketing or Insurance and 6 years relevant experience.

Branch Manager

Reporting to the Head of Underwriting, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of one or our branches.

• Day to day administration of the branch operations
  
• Ensuring strict adherence to the cash and carry policy
• Enforcing the set underwriting guidelines
• Implementing the branch sales strategies
• Ensuring quality customer service at the branch
• Vetting of risks before they are accepted in the company books
• Ensuring that all claims issues reported to the branch are promptly communicated to the Claims Department and supporting documents submitted.

Candidates should meet the following minimum requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Equivalent, ACII or equivalent and 5 year's relevant experience

Claims Executive

Reporting to the Assistant Claims Manager the successful candidate will discharge the following key responsibilities:

• Opening and acknowledging new claims.
• Appointment of service providers within the set bench¬marks, reviewing their reports, and processing of claims as necessary.
• Ensuring payment to policyholders and service providers.
• Making recommendations on settlements of claims.
• Preparation of claims reports.

The minimum requirements are;

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
• Pass in at least two ACII papers and two years relevant experience.

General

• Candidates should possess above average computer skills in addition to superior communication skills.

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should forward their curriculum vitae to hr@korient.co.ke or address to the

Chief Executive Officer,
Kenya Orient Insurance Ltd.
P.O. Box 34530-00100,
Nairobi

no later than 15th September 2010