Bhanji & Associates Ltd, an actuarial and financial consultancy firm providing consulting services in Pension Administration, Actuarial Services, Investments & Medical Insurance Brokerage seeks to recruit an actuarial assistant.
Key Responsibilities:-
• Assist in pension scheme valuations
• Prepare & proof-read valuation reports
• Provide reasonableness checks on actuarial calculations & reports
• Day-to-day servicing of medical insurance portfolio
Job Requirements:-
• Degree in BSc. Actuarial Science
• Excellent computer skills
• Accounting background an added advantage
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Motivated and self-driven

Applicants should post or e-mail as attachments their CV, cover letter, three referees and relevant testimonials outlining how they meet requirements for the position to:-
The Managing Director
Bhanji & Associates Ltd
PO Box 46857-00100 GPO
Nairobi, Kenya

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The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), a state corporation with the mandate to supervise, regulate and develop the insurance industry in Kenya is offering five (5) scholarships to Kenyans interested in pursuing Actuarial Science courses at the Cass Business School, United Kingdom.
The scholarship will cater for tuition, travel, accommodation, and any other incidental expenses.

1. Scholarship for Master of Science Degree in Actuarial Management / Science

Eligible candidates must meet the following requirements:Should have obtained Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science (at least Upper Second Class Honours) or an equivalent Actuarial Science qualification.Should have graduated not more than five years ago.Should have made significant progress towards becoming Associate Members of the Institute/Faculty of Actuaries (Minimum 5 professional papers).Preliminary application forms are available and can be downloaded from the IRA website i.e.http://www.ira.go.ke/. Completed application forms together with copies of identification, result slips/transcripts, academic certificate, birth certificate and school leaving certificate should be sent to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Insurance Regulatory Authority
P.O.Box 43505-00100
Nairobi
The applications should reach IRA offices not later than 8th June 2012.
Previous applicants need not to reapply.
Applicants with First Class Honours will have an added advantage.

Position: Project Manager - ICT

Type: Contract (March - December 2012)

Summary

The successful candidate shall be responsible for successful implementation of IT system for all our core lines of business.

Key Responsibilities

Build and manage Project documents.Manage the participation of all Project stakeholders.Ensure the effective control of Project and Project changes.Create a software quality assurance plan for the project, proper usage of existing intellectual property and update quality project deliverables.Manage timescales and resource requirements.Track and manage application requirements.Document relevant business, functional and non-functional requirements.The identification and management of project risks and issuesMonitor costs, timescales and resources used.Project Management documentation templates.Project assurance and review methods.Degree or Diploma in computer science, commerce or business administration.Recognised project management qualification/certification e.g. Project Management Professional (PMP).Minimum 8 years professional experienceMinimum 4 years PM experiencePosition: Actuarial Officer

Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Head of Finance for management and financial accounting with respect to quality actuarial input a valuations and development, design, maintenance, enhancement and pricing of Apollo life’s products.

Key Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities will require from the successful candidate to:

Reserving calculationsActuarial liabilitiesAnalysis of actuarial surplus and actuarial liabilitiesCapital adequacy requirementsProducing projections for budgeting and model office purposes for new product developmentVarious statutory returns and other compliance-related tasksAsset-liability matching processBonus investigation for making bonus recommendationsLiaison with statutory actuary on year-end actuarial valuationsDeveloping models and other modelling requirements for products Product strategies for new ventures and business partnershipsOrganise surveys from different segments of customers for new and existing productsBachelors Degree Actuarial Science/Studying towards completion of Actuarial Qualification/Qualified Actuary.2 to 4 years experience (with respect to the above responsibilities) in individual life insurance, group a credit life insurance, pension a annuitiesGeneral understanding financial accountingPosition: Head of Individual life Insurance Business

Summary

Reporting to the C.E.O., the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall performance of the individual life insurance business line which includes product development & delivery, production, operational efficiency, customer service and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement sales and marketing strategies to meet set targetsOversee processing of underwriting, proposal/policy administration and reinsuranceSupervise timely payment of claims and reinsurance reconciliationEnsure all customer queries are promptly addressedEnsure that the agency force is continuously well trained with requisite skills.Development of new products and enhancement of existing productsSupport local marketing activities and integrate with all Company public relations activitiesReview on market and competitor activitiesAdminister branch activitiesExecutive management reportsCompliance to the regulatory any other legal requirementsB.comm degree (marketing option preferred). MBA is an advantageFlMI orACII5+ years experience at a senior management level in a individual life insurance businessHow to apply

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send an updated Curriculum Vitae (Ms Word version) to recruitment@apollo.co.ke clearly stating the job position as the subject.

Include your daytime contact, current & expected remuneration.

Deadline for application is 30th December 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), a state corporation with die mandate to supervise, regulate and develop the insurance industry in Kenya is offering six (6) scholarships to Kenyans interested in pursuing Actuarial Science courses at the Cass Business School, United Kingdom.

The scholarship will cater for tuition, travel, accommodation and any other incidental expenses.

1. Scholarships for Bachelor of Actuarial Science

Eligible candidates must meet the following requirements:

Should have scored a mean grade of A in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with an A grade in Mathematics and EnglishShould have completed secondary education in the last 3 years.2. Scholarship for Master of Science Degree in Actuarial Management/ Science

Eligible candidates must meet the following requirements:

Should have obtained Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science (First Class Honours) or an equivalent Actuarial Science qualification.Should have graduated not more than five years ago.Should have obtained a mean grade of "A"in the KCSE examsShould have made significant progress towards becoming Associate Members of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries.Preliminary application forms are available and can be downloaded from the IRA website i.e. http://www.ira.go.ke/

Completed application forms together with copies of identification, result slips/ transcripts, academic certificate, birth certificate and school leaving certificate should be sent to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Insurance Regulatory Authority
P.O.Box 43505-00100
Nairobi

The applications should reach IRA offices not later than 13th June, 2011.

Please quote kenyanjobs.blogspot.com as the source of the job advert

Ernst & Young is a global leader in assurance, tax and advisory services. Worldwide, our 144,000 people are united by our shared values and an unwavering commitment to quality.

At Ernst & Young, we are committed to achieving potential. It’s how we make a difference – for our people, our clients and our wider communities. It’s about 144,000 people working together to help each other develop and succeed professionally and personally.

Our Africa Actuarial Services
Ernst & Young is helping to shape the future of financial services working with some of the world’s leading organisations as they respond to change.

The Africa Actuarial Services was established to provide regional services to our Africa wide and regional operations including Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia and Uganda.

We are closely linked to the other regional Actuarial Services and the European Actuarial Services (EAS) practice. Our global team currently comprises a number of actuarial professionals, with experience spanning life, pensions, health, general insurance and banking sectors.

Who we are looking for
We seek to recruit an Actuarial Services Manager. Our fast paced and exciting actuarial practice will provide the right candidate with a fulfilling and rewarding professional environment.

Key Responsibilities
* Manage client projects within agreed scope and budget
* Understand /communicate complex actuarial issues.
* Assist in generating new business opportunities. Understand E&Y’s service lines and actively assess/present opportunities for the firm to bring value to clients.
* Be an effective subject specialist and lead/develop team members
* Stay informed and apply professional standards and firm policies

Academic Qualifications/Experience/Skills
Candidates interested in joining should have:
* BSc. Actuarial Science degree (Upper Second Class Honours or above) from a recognized university.
* Completed or made substantial progress in Actuarial professional exams
* Four to Five years relevant actuarial experience
* The ability to communicate well with other actuarial and non-actuarial functions.
* Good technical skills along with excellent client facing experience are essential
* Proven enthusiasm, resilience and ability to innovate
* Must be a self starter

If you believe you are a high performer and have the skills and qualifications outlined above, kindly submit your application, CV and relevant testimonials in support of your academic qualifications online:

Go to www.ey.com/careers
1. On the right hand side of the page, in the block labelled “job search” click “experienced”,
2. Under the location drop down, choose Kenya and click search for jobs. All Kenyan vacancies will appear.
3. Choose KEN00003
4. Please ensure that you upload your CV, transcript/testimonial or any relevant qualification certificates.

Deadline for applications is 25th February 2011

Please note only successful candidates will be contacted.

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The Retirement Benefit Authority (RBA) is a State Corporation set up to regulate and supervise the retirement benefit sector in Kenya.

RBA is established through the Retirement Benefit Act (No. 3 of 1997)

In an effort to enhance the operations of the existing team as well as increase its effectiveness in service delivery, RBA is seeking to recruit high caliber result-oriented persons with exceptional communication and IT skills who will work flexibly in a small but highly professional team and respond imaginatively to varied and demanding range of tasks.

Interested persons who are comfortable in high performance environment and have the ability to turn strategy into practical measures complexity and detail are invited to apply for the following vacancy:

Designation: Management Trainee, Actuarial
Department: Supervision
Location: Nairobi
Job Grade: RBA 7

Reports to: Actuarial Officer
Subordinates: Logistic Assistants

Job Role: To enable the Authority implement and evaluate supervisory programmes aimed at managing risks in schemes, securing compliance of schemes and service providers through off-site and on-site inspections and enforcement of statutory requirements.

Key Result Areas

Validation of data used in Risk Based SupervisionAssist in the analysis of valuation reports to ensure consistency with best practiceAssist in the analysis and creation of Risk based supervision reportsPerforming work relating to other legislative requirements, such as reviewing scheme accountsDevelop technical knowledge through formal or on Job trainingMin: Bachelors degree in Actuarial SciencePlus: High level computer skillsAge: 23 to 25 years

NB: Must have graduated within the last two years i.e. 2009-2010

If your background, qualification, experience and competence match the above specification please submit your detailed CV, indicating day time telephone numbers, address and names of three referees to the address below not later than 31st January 2010, quoting the position applied for in a sealed cover.

The Chief Executive,
Retirement Benefits Authority,
Rahimtulla Tower - 13th Floor,
Upper Hill Road,
P.O. Box 57733 - 00200, Nairobi.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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