Relief, Reconstruction and Development Organization (RRDO) is a relief & development agency registered under the Non Governmental Organizations Coordination Act 1990 with its Headquarters located in Nairobi. RRDO aims to support good environmental governance, sound natural resource management and significantly contribute to eradication of household poverty in Northern Kenya.

Towards this goal, RRDO in partnership with Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is implementing an Environmental Restoration and livelihood improvement Project in Lagdera District for the host community around Dadaab Refugee Camp with funding from UNHCR.

Position Vacant: Project Manager
Reporting to: Executive Director
Duty Station: Dadaab, Kenya

The objective of the Project Manager position is to Manage and coordinate implementation of the Environmental Restoration and livelihood improvement Project in Lagdera District and provide technical expertise on rehabilitation to the team in the field, in order to deliver appropriate and sustainable environmental rehabilitation and livelihood interventions that meet the needs of the beneficiaries.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks:
1. Effectively manage the project in line with the objectives, budget and timeframe laid
down in the project document.
2. Ensure that beneficiary participation is enhanced in all phases of the project
3. Ensure that the project is implemented according to RRDO, NRC and UNHCR guidelines and policies
4. Anticipate, plan, initiate and share in the further development of the current
project
5. Manage the project staff
6. Liaise with the Executive Director of RRDO and NRC in project implementation

Qualifications and Experience required:
• Degree in Natural Resource or Environmental Science. MSc. In environmental
science is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated extensive and relevant experience of at least 5 years
• Sound knowledge of environmental & sustainability/rehabilitation issues
• Relevant NGO experience is an added advantage
• Aptitude for community mobilization and capacity building
• Strong leadership and a supportive management style

Terms of Employment
The successful candidate will be employed on a 5 months renewable contract terms with
competitive salary and benefits.

Interested candidates who meet these requirements should submit their applications
together with a detailed curriculum vitae giving details of current remuneration and day
time telephone contact to:-

The Executive Director
RRDO, PO BOX 9741-00100 Nairobi or by e-mail: rrdo@live.com so as to reach him
not later than 18th August 2009. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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• Formulating and implementing the sales and marketing strategy to facilitate ' increased Sales and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinating the Sales and Marketing activities to facilitate the consistent acquisition and sustenance of reliable & viable customers across the region.
• Ensuring that a firm credit control policy is in place and observed to ensure that due payments from customers are closely monitored and collected.

• A University degree in Marketing, Business and / or a related discipline. Possession of an MBA will be an added advantage
• Seven (7) years relevant experience (Sales and Marketing) 3 of which must be in a managerial position.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational and capacity building skills
• Self driven with a strong business acumen.
• Age guide: 32 - 38 years

Founded in 1958, EDC is an international nonprofit organization that works to build bridges between educational research, policy, and practice. Funded by the United States Agency for International Development, EDC is implementing a new project called G-Youth that will be based in Garissa, Kenya. The Garissa Youth Project (G-Youth) is designed to empower youth to make sound career and life decisions as they transition from high-school to the next phase of their lives.

The project will offer youth interventions that will help to: build skills, facilitate appropriate career choices, provide employment and/or income generating information, bridge technical and university education opportunities and provide a fun and safe space for youth to socialize. The project also aims to build the capacity of local institutions and networks to sustain the much-needed services that G-Youth will provide.

Closing date: 21 Aug 2009
Location: Kenya - Garissa

Duties and Tasks: The Finance and Grants manager plays a critical role vis-à-vis the oversight of the project’s finances and will support the administration of small grants to partnering institutions. The duties of the finance and grants manager position includes but is not limited to: setting up and carrying out financial management and accounting functions; assist with prompt and supportive feedback to inquiries related to budget activities; assist with compliance and adherence to donor regulations and procedures; prepare timely and accurate financial reporting; support budget revisions; track Budget/Expenses to ensure proper cash flow; assist with financial audit preparation; prepare request for quotation, supports subcontract negotiations and awards; prepare and coordinate financial audits; oversee program resources management; provide financial management inputs in design, implementation, and monitoring funded activities; oversee request for quotation, purchase orders; oversee procurement functions and maintenance of files and project’s inventory; handle and coordinate technical, administrative, personnel management, and procurement functions.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 8 - 10 years related experience or Master’s degree or equivalent with 5 – 7 years relevant experience. Experience in finance management; experience in budget analysis; experience using finance systems preferably QuickBooks; experience in financial fore-casting and data analysis; ability to balance work within a team environment; possess strong organizational skills and communication and interpersonal skills; has the ability to supervise administrative staff; is able to follow and give directions well; is attentive to details, and learns quickly. Experience with international donors preferred (especially with USAID). Fluency in English is required; oral skills in Somali are desired.

How to apply
Apply in English with a letter, a resume and names of three references to Nancy Meaker at nmeaker@edc.org. The closing date for this position is August 21, 2009.

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Our client, a US international development company working in more than 100 countries globally is seeking to recruit a Senior Procurement Specialist with international development exposure and experience in USAID procedures and lots of FAR knowledge.

Qualifications:
1. Relevant degree qualifications in Social Sciences
2. Professional Qualifications in supply chain - CIPS
3. Experience working with international donors - especially USAID
4. Experience interacting with high profile government officials and donors

Application instructions:
Interested applicants are advised to send their CVs to consult@ke.crownagents.com for consideration.

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North Eastern Province Technical Training Institute (NEPTTI), a Government owned institution located in Garissa town is looking for suitable candidates to fill the following positions:

1. CAREER COUNSELLOR
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing vocational education and career guidance services to youth in Garissa; develop and implement career support services that will ultimately facilitate attachment and employment opportunities for the graduands of NEP Technical Training Institute.

Responsibilities
• Career development facilitation and counselling services at NEPTTI.
• Conduct career workshop and organise seminars
• Plan, coordinate and execute career forums for College/ University placement.
• Liaise with employers to facilitate placement of NEPTTI graduands through internships and apprenticeships.

Qualifications
• Minimum Bachelors degree with a strong bias in Youth Career Guidance. Masters degree preferable.
• Proven track record of Youth Career Guidance
• Competence in use of computer software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with knowledge of Somali language an added advantage.
• At least 3 years work experience preferably in a learning institution.
Duration of position: Two years contract renewable.

2. FINANCE OFFICER
Responsibilities:
• Plan, implement and maintain sound financial management systems.
• Draft project budgets and carryout budget monitoring
• Prepare and present financial reports to the management
• Maintain overall budget control and monitor cash flows and expenditures
• Provide guidance to the management on effective financial management
• Management of the institutes non-teaching staff and preparation of the payroll.

Qualifications
• Bachelors degree in commerce ( Accounting option) plus CPA II
• Proficiency in accounting computer applications
• At least 3 years experience in a busy accounts office preferably in an educational institution.
• Ability and willingness to work under pressure
• Be aged between 30 years and above.

3. CATERESS/ CATERER
The successful candidate will coordinate and supervise the catering services in the institution.

Qualifications
• Diploma in catering and House keeping from a recognised institution
• Demonstrate budgeting skills
• Experience in institutional catering
• 3 years work experience in a busy establishment
• 30 years and above

4. BUS DRIVER

Qualifications
• A holder of a valid/clean driving license class BCE. Mechanics added advantage.
• At least 5 years relevant experience preferably in a learning institution
• A valid certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police
• Minimum D+ (plus) in KCSE
• Good command of English both written and spoken
• 35 years and above
Applicants to apply in their own hand-writing by 27th August 2009 including detailed curriculum vitae, expected salary plus contacts of two referees to:

The Principal
North Eastern Province Technical Training Institute
P.O. Box 329
GARISSA
2102454

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Discovery Channel Global Education Program (DCGEP) is a U.S.-based global non-profit organization committed to narrowing the growing information gap between developing and developed countries by providing communities with technology resources, training, and educational programming.

We seek a dynamic, creative and entrepreneurial Country Representative to lead our project entry and implementation in Kenya. The successful candidate will be the primary representative to corporate donors, government, and local education stakeholders. He/she will work closely with global team members to develop and implement our Learning Center project in Nairobi
and will be tasked with managing a team of educational trainers, overseeing strict adherence to annual project budgets, supervising project sites, providing regional and headquarters offices with accurate performance updates, and communicating project updates to a variety of stakeholders.

The Country Representative will be responsible for coordinating all meetings and activities in Nairobi and the project site, and will provide overall coordination of training activities. The Country Representative will be our primary point of contact in Nairobi and will
report directly to the Project Director based at our headquarters in the United States.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Country Representative will be responsible for fulfilling the following duties, as well as other time-sensitive activities:
• Work closely with other staff members to develop and implement project expansion activities in designated areas.
• Work with local education administrators and school officials to adapt our training strategy for schools in Kenya and provide supervision and support to trainers during the 3-year project cycle.
• Play a central role in monitoring project performance in Kenya. Evaluate the progress of the project in each participating school.
• Develop new, and strengthen existing, local partnerships among public and private sector stakeholders and with communities in order to successfully leverage resources and ensure program sustainability.
• Assist in the development of training activities for new sites.
• Develop strategies for enhancing community use of the Learning Centers and work with each school to maximize community benefit of the resources.
• Recommend strategies for tailoring this initiative to best meet needs of under-resourced communities in Kenya.
• Work with US-based team members to develop and track project budgets against annual work plans and maintain regular communication with our headquarters office in the United States.
• Play a key role in the preparation of regular reports and yearend
auditing.
• Represent the organization through regular meetings with donors, government representatives, school leaders, community members and other stakeholders.
• Provide recommendations from teachers and students for new video programming to be produced by our organization. Review and provide feedback to our representatives
regarding all videos in production, including program content, scripts and resource guides to ensure appropriateness. (Technical knowledge of video production is not necessary.)
• Develop training schedules and reports for use in organizational and donor communications.
• Perform a variety of tasks as necessary to support the project in Kenya.
• All other duties assigned by the supervisor.

EXPERIENCE:
The successful candidate must meet the following employment
requirements:
• Have a Bachelors degree from a recognized university in a field of study related to education or management. Masters degree preferred.
• Self-starter with a demonstrated record of managing proactively and working independently in progressively challenging roles.
• Have at least five years of project management experience working in the development sector.
• Posses an understanding of educational initiatives and priorities in Kenya.
• Staff supervisory and mentorship experience highly desirable.
• Work experience with international non-profit or private sector organizations preferred.
• Must have ability to work effectively with teachers and communities at the local level.
• The candidate must be willing to travel periodically for extended periods of time and to work with the Partnership for a minimum period of three years during the project’s lifecycle.
• Disciplined management of business-related finances
(including budget development and expense reconciliation) is essential.
• The candidate must be a Kenyan citizen.

SKILLS:
Competitive applicants will possess the following critical professional skills:
• Planning skills (project initiation, planning, scope definitions, and cost estimation).
• Financial management and budgetary skills
• Monitoring and evaluation techniques to ensure program performance, reporting and sustainability.
• Strong English written and verbal skills.
• Capability to manage multiple project priorities and completing tasks in short time frames.
• Inclusive, team-based and results-oriented work style.
• Excellent interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
• Superior skills in managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel software effectively, and to be able to communicate on a regular basis with international teams by Internet, email and telephone.
• Strong presentation and critical analysis skills.
• Versatility and willingness to take new assignments in and outside designated provinces in Kenya.

COMPENSATION:
The fee will be negotiable based on the candidate’s experience. DCGEP will cover all project-related expenses. Preference will be given to candidates whose life and work experience
demonstrates a commitment to improving the quality of education and life enjoyed by Kenyans.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Qualified applicants may submit curriculum vitae, references and a cover letter by email to admin@acwict.org All Applications must be received by 27th August, 2009.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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A leading Insurance Company that has become a significant player in Kenya’s Commercial Motor Insurance Market is looking for diligent and experienced persons of high integrity to fill the following positions:

POSITION: MEDICAL DOCTOR
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: HEAD OF INJURY VERIFICATION DEPARTMENT

The doctor shall be responsible for analyzing medical claims arising from road traffic accidents. S/he will play a key role in the provision of a second medical opinion on the nature of injuries sustained and will make concise decisions that will guide the management of such claims.

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

• Re-examination of road traffic accident victims in order to provide a second medical opinion and preparing the medical reports
• Analysis, interpretation and verification of medical records pertaining to accident claims
• Confirming that the diagnosis and treatment is consistent with injuries sustained in the road traffic accident
• Referral of accident victims for specialist review where necessary
• Testifying in Court in regard to the extent and severity of injuries sustained by the claimant as a result of the road traffic accident
• Visiting seriously injured accident victims to verify the extent of the injuries
• Liaising with other medical and non-medical staff in the various health facilities in regard to the treatment of the accident victims
• Participating significantly in managerial responsibilities such as planning the workload and staffing of the department
• Compiling relevant reports and statistics to aid in the assessment of the
risk

Skills & Requirements

• MBChB
• Registration with the Medical Practitioners & Dentists Board
• Certificate in Advanced Trauma & Life Support
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in a busy district hospital
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Superior analytical and report writing skills.
• Computer literate
• Willingness to be stationed in any part of the country

POSITION: CHIEF ACCOUNTANT
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: FINANCE MANAGER

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate preparation of management accounts as well as daily and monthly financial reports to ensure that the accounts reflect the true and fair financial position of the Company
• Preparation of projected monthly cash-flows, treasury management and liaising with banks
• Ensuring compliance in all financial and statutory matters in regard to the Companies Act, Insurance Act, International Financial Reporting Standards and the Income Tax Act
• Timely preparation and submission of returns to regulatory and statutory
authorities
• Supervising the preparation and facilitation of external audits and liaising with the external auditors
• Preparation and implementation of work flows for Accounts and Customer Service (Accounts) staff.
• Giving recommendations and implementing internal controls
• Management and supervision of the Accounts Department, the Credit Control function and Customer Service (Accounts) staff
• Maintenance of pension fund balances and movements and subsequent coordination with external auditors for review of the same
• Approval of daily reports and all other accounting transactions and documents
• Preparation & processing of payroll
• Preparation of budgets and implementing budgetary controls
• Handling finance and accounting queries when the need arises
• Contributing to the development and implementation of operational policies for the achievement of the corporate plans as a member of the management team

Skills and Requirements

• University Degree in Finance or Accounting
• Professional accounting/finance qualification (CPA(K) or it’s equivalent)
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite and Accounting Software Packages)
Experience
• Six (6) years relevant experience
• Experience in the Insurance industry will be an added advantage

POSITION: INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER
REPORTING TO: AUDIT COMMITTEE

Overall Responsibility

To use his/her proven and well-developed skills to ensure that Company policy
and internal control procedures are adhered to.

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Independent appraisal of the effectiveness of the policies, procedures and standards by which the Company’s financial, physical and information resources are managed
• Support management to ensure a system is in place which ensures that all major risks of the Company are identified and analyzed
• To plan, organize and carry out the internal audit function including the preparation of an audit plan which shall fulfill the responsibility of the department
• Be involved in scheduling, assigning work and estimating resource needs in the department
• Report to the audit committee on the policies, programmes & activities of the department
• Coordinate with the external auditors
• Plan and implement systems and procedures in order to constantly improve internal controls
• Review and report on the accuracy, timeliness and relevance of the financials and other required information
• Provide the audit committee with an opinion on the internal controls in the
Company

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Business-related field
• Recognised financial professional qualification (e.g. CIMA / ACCA / CPA (K)
/ CFA or equivalent )
• Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite)
• In depth experience of operational audit or external audit
• Thorough knowledge of accounting and financial principles, procedures and practices
• Knowledge of audit procedures and techniques and be versed in planning, testing and sampling methods involved in conducting audits
• Knowledge of computerized accounting and auditing record-keeping systems
• Superior ability to gather, analyse and evaluate facts and to prepare and present concise oral and written reports
• An ability to keep abreast with current knowledge of changes related to business matters of interest to internal audit and in particular legislation changes, new auditing techniques and practice developments as they affect the Company
• An ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with other
company staff
• Possess clear and effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• At least five (5) years experience in a similar capacity

POSITION:
COMPANY SECRETARY AND
HEAD OF ADMINISTRATION

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
MANAGING DIRECTOR

The Company Secretary shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and corporate governance guidelines. S/he shall act as a liaison between the Board of Directors and company shareholders and ensure smooth running of the administrative function of the Company.

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with the all statutory regulations, timely filing statutory returns and lliaising with external regulators and advisers, such as lawyers and auditors
• Organizing, preparing agendas for, and recording minutes of board meetings, board and management committee meetings, meetings with external parties (lawyers, suppliers etc) and annual general meetings (AGMs)
• Maintaining statutory books, including registers of members, directors and secretaries
• Dealing with correspondence, collating information and writing reports, ensuring decisions made are communicated to the relevant company stakeholders
• Legal and governance advisor to the Company
• Developing and overseeing the systems that ensure the company complies with all applicable codes, as well as its legal and statutory requirements
• Maintaining the register of shareholders and monitoring changes in share ownership of the company
• Playing an advisory and operational role in share issues, and paying dividends and managing share option schemes
• Management of routine administrative functions including the Human Resources department

Skills and Requirements

• Degree in Law (LLB.) and member of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya
• Diploma in Secretarial Studies and computer proficiency (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access)
• Good communication skills, command of English, numerical ability and ability to meet multiple deadlines
• At least 5 years experience
• Secretarial/Administrative experience
• A keen eye for detail and good knowledge of Company Law and discretion
when handling confidential information and matters

POSITION: CLAIMS OFFICER
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: CLAIMS MANAGER

Ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in handling both third party personal injury claims and material damage claims. S/he should work with accuracy and attention to detail with the intention of being part of a team that works effectively to manage claims.

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities
.Ensure complete documentation of claims and give recommendations on
the reserves to be maintained
• Conduct out-of-court negotiations with third party advocates and claimants
• Handle correspondence with claimants, third party advocates and clients
• Liaise with third party service providers in the claims handling system and
with the Company lawyers on litigious claims
• Pursue recoveries from third parties and follow up the collection of policy
excess with the insured and intermediaries

Skills and Requirements

• A graduate in Law from a recognized university and an Advocate of the High
Court of Kenya
• Ability to work independently is a must, with an energetic “can do” attitude
to work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• At least two (2) years experience in a busy law firm or Claims Department
of an Insurer
• Polished computer skills (MS-Office Suite)
• ideally over 28 years old

POSITION: CLAIMS INVESTIGATION OFFICER
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: CLAIMS MANAGER

The ideal candidate shall be above 30 years of age, shall have served in the
Police Force and possess hands-on experience in investigating road traffic

accidents, particularly third party personal injury claims. Their work shall be
characterized by accuracy and attention to detail. The position will require
regular travel and/or relocation to any part of the country.

Key Tasks, Duties and Requirements

• Proven ability to create and maintain good professional relationships
between the Company and the Hospital authorities and other important
sources of data in order to facilitate the investigation officer’s queries
• Ability to make inquiries and authenticate claim supporting documents from
various authorities and hospitals
• Skills in evidence collection with a systematic approach to gathering
evidence
• Keen attention to detail with an ability to detect gaps in the information and
make the requisite enquiries
• Obtaining and recording details of the claimants in the Hospital Accident
Registers
• Ability to work independently is a must, with an energetic “can do” attitude
to work.
• Excellent time management, computer and communication skills both in
verbal presentations and report-writing

POSITION:
ACCIDENT AND POLICE LIAISON
OFFICERS

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
ACCIDENT AND POLICE LIAISON
MANAGER

Ideal candidates will be above 30 years old and shall have experience of
having served in the Police Force or the Criminal Investigation Department with
hands on experience in investigations. Their work should be characterized by
accuracy and attention to detail. The position will require regular travel and/or
relocation to any part of the country

Key Tasks, Duties and Requirements

• Proven ability to create and maintain good and professional relationships
between the Company, the Police and other important sources of accident
data in order to facilitate the investigation officers queries
• Reporting the occurrence of incidents to the Company as soon as they
occur and where possible, visiting the accident scene, taking photographic
evidence of the damage to the vehicle and injured persons, collecting
information in regard to the medical institutions that are involved in the
initial treatment of the injured persons
• Ability to obtain immediate information regarding major accidents from the
police, health facilities and witnesses.
• Management of entry of claimants into the Occurrence Book is a
requirement and numbers of P3 Forms issued.
• Ability to work with the Police to obtain witness statements and produce
sketched/scaled plans of an accident scene
• Ability to gather accident information and accurately record statements
from witnesses
• Skills in evidence collection with a systematic approach to gathering
evidence
• Establishing the causes of incidents and assigning contributory negligence
to the parties involved
• Establishing the identities of the parties involved in the incident with
emphasis on potential claimants and witnesses
• Obtaining/recording details of the claimants in the police file and claimants
statements to the police in regard to the circumstances of the accident
• Ability to work independently is a must, with an energetic “can do” attitude
to work.
• Excellent time management, computer skills and communication skills both
in verbal presentations and report-writing

POSITION: ASSISTANT RECORDS CLERK
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR REGISTRY MANAGER

The successful candidate shall possess the following:

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that files do not leave registry unless they are electronically
requested for
• Ensure that all files are returned to the registry by the end of the day
• Assist in electronic and physical data entry retrieval and review to ensure
continuous update and true position of the files
• Assist in ensuring secure, confidential and clean systematic filing and data
storage
• Assist in retrieval of archived files at the filing room on referral cases when
need arises
• Assist in taking precautions to avoid damage to the files
• Assist in safe keeping of the documents and data for future reference

Skills and Requirements

• Diploma in Records and Archives Management, Publishing and Media
studies, Libraries etc
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite)
• A team player with Office administrative skills, honesty and integrity
• Self-motivated, organized and time conscious
• Good communication skills (Fluency in English and Kiswahili)
• Able to work under minimum supervision
• Experience in Records Management or library cataloguing in a large
organization
• Ideal age over 28 years old

Remuneration

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the candidates based on their qualifications and experience.

Interested persons possessing the relevant qualifications can apply by sending their application letters and CVs to the following address:

The HR & Training Manager,
DN.A/336
P.O Box 49010-00100,
NAIROBI
CLOSING DATE: 20TH AUGUST 2009

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A leading Insurance Company that has become a significant player in Kenya’s Commercial Motor Insurance Market is looking for diligent and experienced persons of high integrity to fill the following positions:

POSITION: MEDICAL DOCTOR
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: HEAD OF INJURY VERIFICATION DEPARTMENT

The doctor shall be responsible for analyzing medical claims arising from road traffic accidents. S/he will play a key role in the provision of a second medical opinion on the nature of injuries sustained and will make concise decisions that will guide the management of such claims.

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

• Re-examination of road traffic accident victims in order to provide a second medical opinion and preparing the medical reports
• Analysis, interpretation and verification of medical records pertaining to accident claims
• Confirming that the diagnosis and treatment is consistent with injuries sustained in the road traffic accident
• Referral of accident victims for specialist review where necessary
• Testifying in Court in regard to the extent and severity of injuries sustained by the claimant as a result of the road traffic accident
• Visiting seriously injured accident victims to verify the extent of the injuries
• Liaising with other medical and non-medical staff in the various health facilities in regard to the treatment of the accident victims
• Participating significantly in managerial responsibilities such as planning the workload and staffing of the department
• Compiling relevant reports and statistics to aid in the assessment of the
risk

Skills & Requirements

• MBChB
• Registration with the Medical Practitioners & Dentists Board
• Certificate in Advanced Trauma & Life Support
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in a busy district hospital
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Superior analytical and report writing skills.
• Computer literate
• Willingness to be stationed in any part of the country

POSITION: CHIEF ACCOUNTANT
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: FINANCE MANAGER

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate preparation of management accounts as well as daily and monthly financial reports to ensure that the accounts reflect the true and fair financial position of the Company
• Preparation of projected monthly cash-flows, treasury management and liaising with banks
• Ensuring compliance in all financial and statutory matters in regard to the Companies Act, Insurance Act, International Financial Reporting Standards and the Income Tax Act
• Timely preparation and submission of returns to regulatory and statutory
authorities
• Supervising the preparation and facilitation of external audits and liaising with the external auditors
• Preparation and implementation of work flows for Accounts and Customer Service (Accounts) staff.
• Giving recommendations and implementing internal controls
• Management and supervision of the Accounts Department, the Credit Control function and Customer Service (Accounts) staff
• Maintenance of pension fund balances and movements and subsequent coordination with external auditors for review of the same
• Approval of daily reports and all other accounting transactions and documents
• Preparation & processing of payroll
• Preparation of budgets and implementing budgetary controls
• Handling finance and accounting queries when the need arises
• Contributing to the development and implementation of operational policies for the achievement of the corporate plans as a member of the management team

Skills and Requirements

• University Degree in Finance or Accounting
• Professional accounting/finance qualification (CPA(K) or it’s equivalent)
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite and Accounting Software Packages)
Experience
• Six (6) years relevant experience
• Experience in the Insurance industry will be an added advantage

POSITION: INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER
REPORTING TO: AUDIT COMMITTEE

Overall Responsibility

To use his/her proven and well-developed skills to ensure that Company policy
and internal control procedures are adhered to.

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Independent appraisal of the effectiveness of the policies, procedures and standards by which the Company’s financial, physical and information resources are managed
• Support management to ensure a system is in place which ensures that all major risks of the Company are identified and analyzed
• To plan, organize and carry out the internal audit function including the preparation of an audit plan which shall fulfill the responsibility of the department
• Be involved in scheduling, assigning work and estimating resource needs in the department
• Report to the audit committee on the policies, programmes & activities of the department
• Coordinate with the external auditors
• Plan and implement systems and procedures in order to constantly improve internal controls
• Review and report on the accuracy, timeliness and relevance of the financials and other required information
• Provide the audit committee with an opinion on the internal controls in the
Company

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Business-related field
• Recognised financial professional qualification (e.g. CIMA / ACCA / CPA (K)
/ CFA or equivalent )
• Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite)
• In depth experience of operational audit or external audit
• Thorough knowledge of accounting and financial principles, procedures and practices
• Knowledge of audit procedures and techniques and be versed in planning, testing and sampling methods involved in conducting audits
• Knowledge of computerized accounting and auditing record-keeping systems
• Superior ability to gather, analyse and evaluate facts and to prepare and present concise oral and written reports
• An ability to keep abreast with current knowledge of changes related to business matters of interest to internal audit and in particular legislation changes, new auditing techniques and practice developments as they affect the Company
• An ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with other
company staff
• Possess clear and effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• At least five (5) years experience in a similar capacity

POSITION:
COMPANY SECRETARY AND
HEAD OF ADMINISTRATION

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
MANAGING DIRECTOR

The Company Secretary shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and corporate governance guidelines. S/he shall act as a liaison between the Board of Directors and company shareholders and ensure smooth running of the administrative function of the Company.

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with the all statutory regulations, timely filing statutory returns and lliaising with external regulators and advisers, such as lawyers and auditors
• Organizing, preparing agendas for, and recording minutes of board meetings, board and management committee meetings, meetings with external parties (lawyers, suppliers etc) and annual general meetings (AGMs)
• Maintaining statutory books, including registers of members, directors and secretaries
• Dealing with correspondence, collating information and writing reports, ensuring decisions made are communicated to the relevant company stakeholders
• Legal and governance advisor to the Company
• Developing and overseeing the systems that ensure the company complies with all applicable codes, as well as its legal and statutory requirements
• Maintaining the register of shareholders and monitoring changes in share ownership of the company
• Playing an advisory and operational role in share issues, and paying dividends and managing share option schemes
• Management of routine administrative functions including the Human Resources department

Skills and Requirements

• Degree in Law (LLB.) and member of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya
• Diploma in Secretarial Studies and computer proficiency (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access)
• Good communication skills, command of English, numerical ability and ability to meet multiple deadlines
• At least 5 years experience
• Secretarial/Administrative experience
• A keen eye for detail and good knowledge of Company Law and discretion
when handling confidential information and matters

POSITION: CLAIMS OFFICER
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: CLAIMS MANAGER

Ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in handling both third party personal injury claims and material damage claims. S/he should work with accuracy and attention to detail with the intention of being part of a team that works effectively to manage claims.

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities
.Ensure complete documentation of claims and give recommendations on
the reserves to be maintained
• Conduct out-of-court negotiations with third party advocates and claimants
• Handle correspondence with claimants, third party advocates and clients
• Liaise with third party service providers in the claims handling system and
with the Company lawyers on litigious claims
• Pursue recoveries from third parties and follow up the collection of policy
excess with the insured and intermediaries

Skills and Requirements

• A graduate in Law from a recognized university and an Advocate of the High
Court of Kenya
• Ability to work independently is a must, with an energetic “can do” attitude
to work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• At least two (2) years experience in a busy law firm or Claims Department
of an Insurer
• Polished computer skills (MS-Office Suite)
• ideally over 28 years old

POSITION: CLAIMS INVESTIGATION OFFICER
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: CLAIMS MANAGER

The ideal candidate shall be above 30 years of age, shall have served in the
Police Force and possess hands-on experience in investigating road traffic

accidents, particularly third party personal injury claims. Their work shall be
characterized by accuracy and attention to detail. The position will require
regular travel and/or relocation to any part of the country.

Key Tasks, Duties and Requirements

• Proven ability to create and maintain good professional relationships
between the Company and the Hospital authorities and other important
sources of data in order to facilitate the investigation officer’s queries
• Ability to make inquiries and authenticate claim supporting documents from
various authorities and hospitals
• Skills in evidence collection with a systematic approach to gathering
evidence
• Keen attention to detail with an ability to detect gaps in the information and
make the requisite enquiries
• Obtaining and recording details of the claimants in the Hospital Accident
Registers
• Ability to work independently is a must, with an energetic “can do” attitude
to work.
• Excellent time management, computer and communication skills both in
verbal presentations and report-writing

POSITION:
ACCIDENT AND POLICE LIAISON
OFFICERS

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
ACCIDENT AND POLICE LIAISON
MANAGER

Ideal candidates will be above 30 years old and shall have experience of
having served in the Police Force or the Criminal Investigation Department with
hands on experience in investigations. Their work should be characterized by
accuracy and attention to detail. The position will require regular travel and/or
relocation to any part of the country

Key Tasks, Duties and Requirements

• Proven ability to create and maintain good and professional relationships
between the Company, the Police and other important sources of accident
data in order to facilitate the investigation officers queries
• Reporting the occurrence of incidents to the Company as soon as they
occur and where possible, visiting the accident scene, taking photographic
evidence of the damage to the vehicle and injured persons, collecting
information in regard to the medical institutions that are involved in the
initial treatment of the injured persons
• Ability to obtain immediate information regarding major accidents from the
police, health facilities and witnesses.
• Management of entry of claimants into the Occurrence Book is a
requirement and numbers of P3 Forms issued.
• Ability to work with the Police to obtain witness statements and produce
sketched/scaled plans of an accident scene
• Ability to gather accident information and accurately record statements
from witnesses
• Skills in evidence collection with a systematic approach to gathering
evidence
• Establishing the causes of incidents and assigning contributory negligence
to the parties involved
• Establishing the identities of the parties involved in the incident with
emphasis on potential claimants and witnesses
• Obtaining/recording details of the claimants in the police file and claimants
statements to the police in regard to the circumstances of the accident
• Ability to work independently is a must, with an energetic “can do” attitude
to work.
• Excellent time management, computer skills and communication skills both
in verbal presentations and report-writing

POSITION: ASSISTANT RECORDS CLERK
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR REGISTRY MANAGER

The successful candidate shall possess the following:

Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that files do not leave registry unless they are electronically
requested for
• Ensure that all files are returned to the registry by the end of the day
• Assist in electronic and physical data entry retrieval and review to ensure
continuous update and true position of the files
• Assist in ensuring secure, confidential and clean systematic filing and data
storage
• Assist in retrieval of archived files at the filing room on referral cases when
need arises
• Assist in taking precautions to avoid damage to the files
• Assist in safe keeping of the documents and data for future reference

Skills and Requirements

• Diploma in Records and Archives Management, Publishing and Media
studies, Libraries etc
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite)
• A team player with Office administrative skills, honesty and integrity
• Self-motivated, organized and time conscious
• Good communication skills (Fluency in English and Kiswahili)
• Able to work under minimum supervision
• Experience in Records Management or library cataloguing in a large
organization
• Ideal age over 28 years old

Remuneration

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the candidates based on their qualifications and experience.

Interested persons possessing the relevant qualifications can apply by sending their application letters and CVs to the following address:

The HR & Training Manager,
DN.A/336
P.O Box 49010-00100,
NAIROBI
CLOSING DATE: 20TH AUGUST 2009

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