Job Openings at Policyholders Compensation Fund

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION/UNIT
Corporate Services
GRADE/LEVEL
PCF 9
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Manager, Human Resources & Administration

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Driving the vehicle as authorized;
• Carrying out minor mechanical adjustments;
• Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems;
• Security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road;
• Ensuring safety of passengers and/or goods therein;
• Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle;
• Maintaining the work tickets for vehicles assigned;
• messengerial duties; and
• Coaching and guiding drivers below them;

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:-

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D (Plain) or its approved equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Occupational Trade Test I Certificate for Drivers;
• Valid driving license free from any current endorsements(s) for classes of the vehicles the driver is required to drive;
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police Service;
• First Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. Johns Ambulance or any other equivalent institution;
• Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association of Kenya (AA) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Refresher course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week every three (3) years from Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology or any other recognized institution;
• Certificate course in customer care lasting not less than one (1) week;
• Demonstrated outstanding professional competence, good conduct, and respect and integrity in work performance; and
• At least nine (9) 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 contractrenewable based on performance.

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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 contractrenewable based on performance.
 

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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.
 

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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 contractrenewable based on performance.

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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 contractrenewable based on performance.

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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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PURPOSE OF THE JOB (JOB SUMMARY)

Responsible to the Board of Trustees for Internal Audit function in the Fund. The Chief Manager will report functionally to the Board and administratively to the Managing Trustee.

2.0 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Formulating and implementing of relevant policies, strategies and procedures;
• Overseeing development of work plans, procurement plans and budgets for the Department;
• Coordinating the operations of the Department;
• Developing internal audit policies and procedures;
• Assessing internal controls to mitigate business and operational risks;
• Advising management on effective controls and fraud prevention measures;
• Liaising with external auditors on the annual audits and ensuring that the audit reports are implemented;
• Designing internal audits in compliance with conventional audit Guideline and best practices;
• Providing secretarial duties to the Audit & Risk Management Committee of the Board;
• Assessing the reliability and integrity of financial and operating information and compliance with set policies;
• Reviewing all reports submitted by various sections to confirm the accuracy and correctness of figures;
• Providing advice to the Board and implementation of audit recommendations;
• Ensuring maintenance of high audit performance standards in the Fund;
• Conducting special investigations as may be required from time to time; 
• Preparing and presenting Board papers to the Board; 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 of Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Information Technology or their equivalent from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Finance, Insurance, Accounting, Information Technology or a related discipline with a bias in accounting or finance from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Certified Public Accountants (CPA) (K) qualification or its equivalent;
• Membership of Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAK) and Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) or Information Systems Audit & Control Association (ISACA);
• Strategic Leadership and Development Programme (SLDP) or its equivalent will be an added advantage;
• Proficient in computer applications and data mining tools;
• Demonstrated outstanding leadership capability;
• A high degree of integrity and dependability;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Good interpersonal relations and communication skills.
• At least eight (8) years relevant experience, five (5) of which should have been at a senior 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.

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB (JOB SUMMARY)

Responsible to the Managing Trustee for provision of Board secretarial services and overall formulation, implementation and review of legal policies and procedures. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

• Attending Board & Committee meetings as Corporation Secretary and communicating resolutions of the Board to appropriate departments for timely action;
• Preparing Minutes of Board & Board Committee meetings in a timely manner and ensure their circulation;
• Provision of legal opinion to the Managing Trustee on matters relating to compensation, statutory management and liquidation;
• Overseeing legal and governance compliance reviews;
• Overseeing preparation and implementation of the Unit’s performance appraisal systems and contracts and instituting operational accountability;
• Representing the Fund in court as need may be;
• Liaising with the Fund’s panel of advocates and the Attorney General’s Office on litigation review;
• Ensuring compliance and renewals of all the licenses, contracts, agreements and permits of the Fund;
• Reviewing periodic reports and ensuring compliance with local, regional and international instruments;
• Keeping custody of the Seal of the Fund, Board & Board Committees documents, original contracts, agreements and any other documents of the Fund; 
• Ensuring statutory compliance of the operations of the Fund and review existing laws and regulations governing operations of the Fund;
• Advising management, Fund Board and its agents on issues with legal implications; 
• Interpreting legislation, regulations, rules, guidelines and protect legal interests of the Fund;
• Overseeing implementation of the Boards legal policies and strategies; 
• Providing leadership to the legal team in matters of negotiations, arbitrations and court cases; 
• Providing advice to the Board and implementation of audit recommendations;
• Drafting contracts and memorandum for the Fund; 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:

• A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Master’s degree in Law or Master’s in Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized and accredited institution;
• A Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
• Membership with the Law Society of Kenya;
• Admission to the bar as an advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Registered as a Certified Secretary of Kenya;
• A Member of the Institute of Certified Secretaries of Kenya in good standing;
• Valid practicing certificate from the Law Society of Kenya and Institute of Certified Secretaries of Kenya;
• Strategic Leadership and Development Programme (SLDP) or its equivalent will be an added advantage;
• Proficiency in Computer Applications;
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance and have a thorough understanding of national goals, policies, objectives and ability to relate them to proper management of legal affairs.
• At least eight (8) years’ relevant experience, five (5) 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.

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB (JOB SUMMARY)

Responsible to the Managing Trustee for coordination of all matters relating to Finance, Human Resource Management, Administration, ICT and Corporate Communications.
 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will entail;

• Overseeing formulation, implementation and review of policies and strategies on Finance, Human Resource Management & Administration, ICT and Corporate Communications;
• Overseeing the implementation of the Department’s strategic objectives;
• Overall co-ordination of activities in Finance, Human Resource Management & Administration, ICT and Corporate Communications including asset management;
• Overseeing the preparation and implementation of the Department’s performance contracts;
• Ensuring the department achieves targets as set out in the performance contracts and other instruments;
• Ensuring operational accountability and transparency within the Department;
• Overseeing the annual budgeting process for the Fund;
• Overseeing development of resource mobilization strategies for the Fund to finance its operations and ensure financial sustainability;
• Overseeing Human Resource Management and Development in the Fund;
• Ensuring staff are facilitated with the necessary ICT working tools and infrastructure;
• Overseeing provision and maintenance of a conducive working environment; 
• Providing overall guidance in all matters relating to Corporate Communications in the Fund;
• Providing advice to the Board and implementation of audit recommendations;
• Assessing performance, mentoring and coaching of staff under the Officer’s purview; and
• Providing overall direction, control, co-ordination and guidance of the staff under the Department.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in either Finance, Insurance, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Computer Science/Information Communication Technology, or any other equivalent and relevant social science degree from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Master’s degree in the respective disciplines;
• Membership with a relevant professional body;
• Strategic Leadership and Development Programme (SLDP) or its equivalent will be an added advantage;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Shown administrative ability, wide knowledge and experience in either Human Resource Management & Administration, Finance & Accounts, ICT or Corporate Communication;
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence and administrative capability required for effective planning, direction, control and coordination of programmes.
• At least ten (10) years relevant experience, five (5) of which should have been at a senior 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.

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB (JOB SUMMARY)

Responsible to the Managing Trustee for overseeing all compensation of policyholders, statutory management, research, risk monitoring, strategic planning and performance reporting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific duties and responsibilities will entail;

• Overseeing the development and implementation of Strategies, Policies, Frameworks and related procedures for prompt compensation, statutory management and liquidation;
• Spearheading the development and implementation of Strategies, Policies, Frameworks and related procedures to support Insurance Risk Monitoring;
• Coordinating the collection of contribution levy and prudent management of the Policyholders Compensation Fund;
• Developing inter-agency relationships to facilitate achievement of PCF mandate,
• Ensuring prompt payment of compensation to claimants of insurers under management and dividends to creditors of liquidated insurers;
• Providing advisory services to the Technical and Public Policy Committee of the Board;
• Overseeing implementation of Board decisions and audit recommendations;
• Ensuring compliance with PCF policies and relevant laws;
• Ensuring effective communication of relevant policies to the divisions;
• Participating in relevant international forum activities;
• Ensuring development and implementation of the Departmental strategic objectives, Quality Management Systems, Enterprise Risk Management and Business Continuity Plans of the Department;
• Providing advice to the Board and implementation of audit recommendations;
• Providing strategic leadership including Performance Management in the Department;
• Overseeing the development and implementation of the departmental work plans and budgets; 
• Oversee development and implementation of Policies, Guidelines, Regulations and Frameworks for Insurance Risk Monitoring;
• Coordinate implementation of risk assessment activities including analysis, measurement and reporting of insurers’ risks; 
• Spearheading special on-site examination and off-site surveillance of the insurers; 
• Coordinate assessment, collection, reconciliation and reporting of contribution levy by insurers; 
• Overseeing formulation of investment plans, objectives and consistently monitoring the growth of the Fund based on PCF mandate;
• Ensuring monitoring of the respective insurance risk profiles and recommending appropriate mitigating measures; 
• Ensuring the development of the Fund’s Strategic Plan and monitoring its implementation;
• Overseeing the preparation, implementation and monitoring & evaluation of the Fund’s Annual Performance Contract;
•  Ensuring development and review of policies, procedures and guidelines to inform research, planning and quality assurance in the Fund; and
• Assessing performance, mentoring and coaching of staff under the Officer’s purview.
   

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT 

For appointment to this position, an officer must have the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in either Commerce, Actuarial Science, Finance, Insurance, Economics, Business Administration, Project Management or its equivalent from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Master’s degree in the respective disciplines;
• Membership with relevant professional body;
• Strategic Leadership and Development Programme (SLDP) or its equivalent will be an added advantage;
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence and administrative capability required for effective planning, direction, control, coordination and execution of programmes including drafting policy recommendation;
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• At least ten (10) years relevant experience, five (5) of which should have been at a senior 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.