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Vision:
To be the leading insurance industry regulator.
Mission:
To effectively regulate, supervise, develop the insurance industry and protect insurance beneficiaries.
Core Values:
(i)Accountability: -We exercise prudence in use of public resources entrusted to IRA.
(ii)Team Spirit: -We work effectively with others across functional lines to a...
REF: MPS/07
Job Purpose
The position will be responsible for coordinating the Authority’s strategic planning and implementation, based on a sound assessment of insurance industry trends, developments, threats and opportunities. In addition, the position is key in supporting development and maintenance of a strong and evidence-based policy for influencing key stakeholders and policy makers in the midst of unprecedented changes in the operating environment locally, regionally and internationally. Further, the position will coordinate organization-wide planning processes, performance contracts and operational plans and ensure delivery of maximum value to the Authority.
Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities will entail:
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
- Coordinate the Authority’s strategic planning and its implementation, so there is a clear purpose and set strategic priorities;
- Coordinate acquisition and evaluation of information about the insurance industry trends, developments, threats and opportunities, and use these to develop the Authority’s roadmap.
- Coordinate development of policies, organizational development, culture change and organizational performance management systems.
- Coordinate the development of the Authority’s strategic plan, results framework and operational plans.
- Development of policy related to agreed strategic aims, ensuring that internal and external stakeholders are engaged and that key messages are delivered through the Policy Team and others.
- Ensure the Authority’s work is based on sound, credible and evidence- based policy that is supported by clear environmental scanning.
- Monitoring of changes in the wider insurance industry environment, and analyse and assess the implications for policy development for the Authority
- Participate in budget monitoring and work plan review process to ensure that all programmatic aspects have been captured and accurately budgeted for
- Review on a periodic basis of progress in implementation of planned programs, identifying implementation bottlenecks and M&E related issues and providing appropriate recommendations
- Coordinate the process of cascading the strategic plan and performance contract in the Authority.
- Coordinate the design and development of a Management Information System (MIS) for corporate strategy
- Provide M & E technical and analytical support to other Directorates in the programme/project planning and reporting processes.
- Coordinate all PM&E activities for the Authority to ensure that they are implemented on schedule; including managing the performance management plan in liaison with the Heads of Directorate.
- Assessment of existing capacities in project planning, monitoring and evaluation, identify and prioritize monitoring and evaluation training needs; conduct training and mentoring for capacity building.
- Coordinate the Department’s implementation of Quality Management System, risk management and knowledge management in the Department;
- Providing advice as required on all matters related to policy and strategy within the Authority.
Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
- Prepare quarterly and annual performance progress reports on implementation of strategic plan
- Prepare quarterly and annual performance progress reports on implementation of the performance contracts
- Monitor the work of the Directorates in the delivery of objectives against the strategic plan, providing leadership and clear direction at all times Coordinate collection of quality data (both qualitative & quantitative) storage and archival for the Authority’s use in policy and strategy. Assist in carrying out appropriate ex-ante evaluation and ex-post impact assessment at the institutional, programme and project level activities.
- Coordinate development of project proposals.
- Coordinate design of quantitative and qualitative data collection tools, data analysis, including use of large data sets, using Excel, SPSS, Word and/or NVivo
- Organize and participate in information sharing through meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences
- Coordinate management of consultancies and other outsourced services in the Department
- Supervise and evaluate performance of direct reports
- Coordinate training, nurturing and mentoring of direct reports as well as officers from other Directorates
- Periodic briefings to the Management and the Board on implementation of programs in the Department
Persons Specifications
- Master’s degree in Development Studies, Economics, Statistics, Insurance, Business Studies, Social Sciences, Information Sciences ICT, Library Sciences, Insurance, Business Studies or any related field from a recognized institution
- Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Economics, Statistics, Insurance, Business Studies, Social Sciences, Information Sciences ICT, Library Sciences, Insurance, Business Studies or any related field from a recognized institution
- Project Management Course
- Proficiency in computer skills with command on MS Excel among other packages of MS Office
- Proficiency in relevant data analysis software
- Management Course lasting not less four (4) weeks
- Supervisory Course for not less than two (2) weeks;
- Membership to a relevant professional body
- Nine (9) years relevant experience
- Understanding of the current M&E trends and especially M&E techniques and processes
- Meets provision of chapter six of the Constitution
Competencies and skills
- Strong communication and reporting skills;
- Strong analytical and numerical skills;
- Strong organization and interpersonal skill;
- Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills;
- Conflict management; and
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi-task.
- Analytical and research skills in data collection and management
Terms of Offer:
An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
Successful candidates for positions in Job Grade IRA 3 shall be appointed on a contract of five (5) years renewable subject to performance while those in Job Grade IRA 4 to IRA 10 shall be appointed on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service.
Application:
Suitably qualified and experienced individuals should submit applications enclosing a detailed curriculum vitae (CV), copies of relevant academic and professional certificates/testimonials and a copy of National Identity Card.
The CV must at the minimum provide details of the applicant’s email address, day-time mobile telephone numbers, details of current employer, current remuneration and names and contacts of three (3) referees familiar with the applicant’s professional background and experience.
Applications, addressed to the undersigned, may be sent by post or delivered at the Insurance Regulatory Authority (Registry Section) at Zep Re Place, 2nd Floor, Longonot Road, Upper Hill. Please note that these should be sealed, marked “Confidential” and indicate the job reference (e.g “REF:MICT/08” for Manager ICT).
Commissioner of Insurance & Chief Executive Officer
Insurance Regulatory Authority
Zep-Re Place
P.O Box 43505-00100
Nairobi
Applications must be received by close of business on 7th November 2023.
Candidates who had earlier applied for these positions may re-apply.
Compliance Requirement:
In accordance with The Employment (Amendment) Act, 2022, the Authority will require candidates it wishes to enter into a written contract of service with to comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution by submitting mandatory compliance and clearance certificates from the relevant entities.
Important:
IRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons With Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Canvasing in any manner shall lead to automatic disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
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