Deputy Director Of Pensions at Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK)

Job Details

• served for a minimum period of fifteen (15) years and currently serving at the grade of Principal Pensions Officer, CSG 8 and above or in a comparable and relevant position in the public service;
• a Bachelors degree in any of the following fields: Actuarial Science, Economics, Commerce, Insurance, Business Administration, Human Resource Management or any other equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya;
• attended a Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
• be well versed in the interpretation of Pension Laws and be able to provide guidance on such laws; and
• demonstrated professional competency and administrative capability in managing the pensions functions

NOTE: Possession of a relevant Masters degree will be considered as an added advantage.

Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• implementing pensions policies and monitoring their effectiveness;
• developing and reviewing pensions policies and strategies;
• vetting and ensuring security of pension claim documents;
• approving statutory awards;
• coordinating pensions legislation amendments;
• managing performance and capability building;
• coordinating research on pension matters;
• monitoring and coordination of services between the field offices and the Pensions Department;
• providing leadership in either Assessment or Payroll or Claims Divisions;
• advising on assessment and processing of pensions and gratuity awards;
• coordinating the budget process; and
• developing annual divisional work plans;