Policyholders Compensation Fund Recruitment 2021

2. Assistant Manager, Human Resource Management & Administration

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION/UNIT
Corporate Services
GRADE/LEVEL
PCF 4
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Chief Manager Corporate Services

PURPOSE OF THE JOB (JOB SUMMARY)

Responsible to the Chief Manager, Corporate Services, an officer at this grade will be expected to provide strategic direction and policy advice on all matters relating to the Human Resource Management and Administration.

Duties And Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities entail;

• Formulating and implementing human resource policies, strategies and procedures;
• Overseeing development of work plans, procurement plan and budget for the Division;
• Coordinating the management of office accommodation and maintenance;
• Managing fleet and transport;
• Facilitating the provision of security services within the Fund premises;
• Ensuring health and safety for the staff in accordance with the provisions of relevant legislation;
• Ensuring that Fund’s assets are insured as appropriate;
• Overseeing the preparation of administrative reports on repairs and maintenance;
• Coordinate development and updating inventory on office equipment and furniture;
• Initiating formulation and implementation of administrative policies, strategies and procedures;
• Initiating development of work plans, procurement plans and budget for the department;
• Coordinating the implementation of administrative services policies and procedures;
• Developing and reviewing Human Resource processes, structures and systems;
• Preparing work plans, procurement plan and budget for the Human Resource management department;
• Preparation and implementation of the Department’s performance contracts;
• Scheduling work in the department to ensure smooth flow;Advising management on human resource matters including legislative and policy issues;
• Ensuring optimal utilization of human resources within the Fund and advising on proper deployment;
• Overseeing Human Resource activities in such areas as recruitment, appointment, placement, human resource planning, discipline, pensions and promotion; training, performance management, remuneration among others;
• Developing staff performance improvement strategies that are adaptive to the changing environment and technology;
• Ensuring provision of administrative support in areas such as maintenance of personnel records, payroll administration, leave administration, processing of staff benefits, medical policy, insurance and management of retirement benefits scheme;
• Ensuring compliance with all the statutory and regulatory requirements relating to Human Resource management;
• Preparing and presenting Board papers;
• Secretary to the Human Resource Advisory Committee;
• Coordinating the development of departmental strategic plan;
• Providing advice to the Board and implementation of audit recommendations;
• Ensuring tracking of human resource management costs and expenditure items; and
• Assessing performance, mentoring and coaching of staff under the Officer’s purview.

Requirements For Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have;

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a Bachelor’s degree in a business related field/ social sciences from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Certified Human Resource Professional CHRP (K) certificate;
• Master’s degree in Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Membership with the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) and with a valid practicing certificate;
• Strategic Leadership and Development Programme (SLDP) or its equivalent will be an added advantage;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• At least eight (8) years’ relevant experience, three (3) of which should have been at a management position.

Terms of Offer:

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the successful candidate. Successful candidates in job grades PCF2 and PCF3 will be engaged on a five (5) years contract renewable based on performance.

3. Assistant Manager, Planning, Research & Insurance Risk Monitoring

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION/UNIT
Technical Services
GRADE/LEVEL
PCF 4
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Chief Manager, Technical Services

PURPOSE OF THE JOB (JOB SUMMARY)

Responsible to the Chief Manager, Technical Services and will be responsible for managing, planning, administering and reviewing of Planning, Research & Insurance Risk Monitoring activities.

Duties And Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will be to:

• Developing and Implementing Policies, Guidelines, Regulations and Frameworks for Insurance Risk Monitoring;
• Implementing risk assessment activities including analysis, measurement and reporting of insurers risks;
• Coordinating special on-site examination and off-site surveillance of the insurers;
• Assessment, collection, reconciliation and reporting of contribution levy by insurers;
• Ensuring formulation of investment plans, objectives and consistently monitoring the growth of the Fund based on PCF mandate;
• Monitoring the respective insurance risk profiles and recommending appropriate mitigating measures;
• Steering the development of the Fund’s Strategic Plan and monitoring its implementation;
• Spearheading the preparation, implementation and monitoring & evaluation of the Fund’s Annual Performance Contract;
• Developing and reviewing policies, procedures and guidelines to inform research, planning and quality assurance in the Fund;
• Foster local and international alliances that promote strategic linkages and partnerships, exchange of information and experimentation of innovative ideas;
• Carrying out Surveys, Studies and Research on matters relating to the Fund’s mandate, activities and decisions;
• Preparing and implementing the Fund’s quality management system through quality assurance programmes;
• Overseeing the development of the Fund’s annual work plans and resource needs and prioritize its activities;
• Coordinating the Enterprise risk and business continuity management in the Fund;
• Oerseeing the implementation of business process re-engineering initiatives;
• Spearhead advocacy initiatives in line with the fund’s mandate;
• Harnessing and disseminating knowledge and information on current and emerging issues in research innovation and strategy through publications, workshops, seminars, conferences and presentations at local and international fora;
• Knowledge management including repository for sector data and statistics and general management of the Fund’s statistical databases;
• Conducting financial sector research and policy analysis, and preparation of position papers and reports in liaison with other financial sector players;
• Publishing and disseminating research papers and statistical reports to the industry;
• Carrying out benchmarking and ensure adoption of Best Practice in the conduct of the Fund’s activities;
• Conducting policy research and analysis by providing research based advice on Compensation of Policyholders;
• Spearheading the development and implementation of the Fund’s research and development policy;
• Providing advice as required on all matters related to research, strategy and planning in the Fund;
• Periodical reporting on the above roles as appropriate;
• Aligning the Fund’s strategies with national and county policies, plans and strategies;
• Developing and ensuring implementation of the Division’s strategic objectives, Quality Management Systems, Enterprise Risk Management and Business Continuity Plans;
• Creating awareness and management of stakeholder relationships;
• Ensuring development and implementation of the Division’s strategic objectives, Quality Management Systems, Enterprise Risk Management and Business Continuity Plans of the Department;
• Providing leadership including Performance Management to the Division;
• Mentoring and coaching staff under the Officer’s purview;
• Providing advice to the Board and implementation of audit recommendations;
• Developing and implementing the Divisions Strategies, Annual Work plans and Budget; and
• Assessing performance, mentoring and coaching of staff under the Officer’s purview.

Requirements For Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have;

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Actuarial Science, Finance, Insurance, Economics, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Master’s degree in Commerce, Actuarial Science, Finance, Insurance, Economics, Business Administration or their equivalent from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Membership with relevant professional body;
• Strategic Leadership and Development Programme (SLDP) or its equivalent will be an added advantage;
• Demonstrated administrative ability and competence in compensation & resolution;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• At least eight (8) years’ relevant experience, three (3) of which should have been at a management position.

Terms of Offer:

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the successful candidate. Successful candidates in job grades PCF2 and PCF3 will be engaged on a five (5) years contractrenewable based on performance.

4. Senior Assistant Office Administrator

DEPARTMENT/SECTION
Corporate Services Department
GRADE/LEVEL
PCF 7
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Manager, Human Resources & Administration

PURPOSE OF THE JOB (JOB SUMMARY)

Responsible for providing effective administrative, public relations, secretarial and support services.

Duties And Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Coordinating meeting and appointment schedules;
• Recording dictation in shorthand and transcribing it in typewritten form;
• Using e-office to research and process data;
• Operating office equipment,
• Attending to visitors/clients;
• Handling telephone calls;
• Handling customer inquiries and complaints;
• Coordinating meeting and appointment schedules;
• Coordinating travel arrangements;
• Ensuring security of office records, equipment and documents, including classified materials;
• Ensuring security, integrity and confidentiality of data;
• Establishing and monitoring procedures for record keeping of correspondence and file movements;
• Maintaining an up to date filing system in the office;
• Preparing responses to routine correspondence;
• Managing office protocol and etiquette;
• Managing petty cash and any other office administrative services that may be assigned; and
• Assessing performance, mentoring and coaching of staff under the Officer’s purview.

Requirements For Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Diploma in Secretarial Studies, Business and Office Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Supervisory Skills Development course lasting not less than two weeks;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Proficiency in Computer Applications.
• At least six (6) years relevant experience.

Terms of Offer:

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the successful candidate. Successful candidates in job grades PCF2 and PCF3 will be engaged on a five (5) years contract renewable based on performance.

5. Supply Chain Management Officer

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION/UNIT
Supply Chain Management
GRADE/LEVEL
PCF 7
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Assistant Manager, Supply Chain Management

Purpose Of The Job (Job Summary)

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the supervision and guidance of the Assistant Manager, Supply Chain Management.

Duties And Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities will entail:

1. Preparing and keeping an up to date inventory register;
2. Ensuring inspection and acceptance of goods procured using low value procurement method;
3. Controlling stock and inventory;
4. Coordinating and controlling order cycle;
5. Carrying out continuous stock checking;
6. Taking goods on charge upon receipt;
7. Updating stock control cards; and
8. Issuing goods to user departments.

Requirements For Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in either Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration (Supplies Management option) or Commerce (Supplies Management option) or its equivalent qualifications from recognized and accredited institution;

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in a business related field/ social sciences plus a Diploma in Supply Chain Management or its equivalent from a recognized and accredited institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Terms of Offer:

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the successful candidate. Successful candidates in job grades PCF2 and PCF3 will be engaged on a five (5) years contract renewable based on performance.

6. Compensation & Resolution Officer II

Job Summary

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Insurance, Economics, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized and accredited institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and reviewing claim documents for purposes of compensation to claimants of insurers under management and dividends to creditors of liquidated insurers;
• Maintaining an up-to-date inventory of assets of distressed insurers;
• Maintaining investment schedules and reports on surplus funds for insurers’ in statutory management and liquidation as per approved investment policy;
• Assisting in analyzing and recommending compensation, statutory management and liquidation cases for consideration by management; and
• Preparing statutory returns for the distressed insurers for filing with the Registrar of Companies

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