The Insurance Regulatory Authority is a state Corporation set
up to regulate, supervise and develop the insurance sector in Kenya.
The Authority is seeking applications for the
following vacant positions:
Consumer Education Officer
Ref: CEO/05
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Job Purpose
Reporting to the Senior Consumer Education Officer, the officer
will be responsible for planning and implementing Consumer Education activities
and programmes in line with the Authority’s strategic objective of developing
the Insurance Industry.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop
and implement strategies aimed at improving consumer awareness and basic
knowledge to consumers on insurance matters.
- In
line with consumer education strategy, facilitate the development of
suitable consumer education framework for the Authority.
- Assist
in carrying out needs assessment and to determine the information needs of
specific groups of consumers of insurance services and products.
- Design
and develop Information, Education & Communication (IEC)
materials for enhancing consumer education strategy.
- Organize
and conduct public education and outreach events in the Counties
- Prepare
and make presentations to diverse stakeholders on the need and benefits of
insurance.
- Develop
infomercials in liaison with various stakeholders for both print and
electronic media.
- Monitor
and evaluate implementation of public education programs.
- Keep
abreast with any new developments in the insurance industry that may
affect the policyholders and insurance policies beneficiaries.
- Develop
periodic monthly, quarterly and annual reports detailing consumer
education programs and activities.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience for the job
- Bachelor’s
degree in Business or related fields.
- A
Bachelors degree or postgraduate training in education would
be an added advantage.
- At
least five (5) years relevant experience in assessing training needs and
implementation of such training to adult learners or curriculum
development.
- Experience
in the development and implementation of consumer education programmes and
creation of public awareness on matters of public interest.
- Ability
to develop informative and Information Education Communication (IEC)
materials.
- Good
interpersonal and public relations skills
- Proficiency
in MS office suite
Human Capital Development Assistant
Ref: HCDA/06
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Reporting to the Human Capital Development & Administration
Manager the Human Capital Development Assistant will be responsible for providing
essential support to Human Capital Development team and support in various HR services including employee services, recruitment and
development policies and procedures.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain
proper records of staff files and leave records.
- Maintain
the Human resource information system records and compile reports from
data base as requested.
- Assist
with the recruitment process including scheduling interviews and
processing reference checks.
- Assist
with on boarding of new staff including ensuring that work station and
other equipment are ready for new employee on their start
date.
- Assist
in new employee orientation and coordinate the completion of the required
employment forms for new staff.
- Prepare
employment contracts and job descriptions for newly recruited staff
members.
- Provide
support in managing staff benefits including medical cover, group
life/group personal accident and pension scheme.
- Provide
assistance in updating HR policies and procedures manual
- Respond
to queries from staff and outside request as applicable.
- Organize
internal external meetings and appointments, and
reserve meeting rooms.
- Arrange
and coordinate local and international travel arrangements for staff
Minimum Qualifications & experience for the job
- A
Bachelors degree in Business or social sciences or equivalent.
- A
post graduate Diploma in Human resource management.
- At
least three (3) years relevant experience
- Good
interpersonal and public relations skills
- Proficiency
in MS office suite
Human Capital Development Officer
Ref: HCDO/01
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Reporting to the Human Capital Development & Administration
Manager the officer will be responsible for supporting the provision of Human
Resource services in the Authority.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Co-ordinate
the staff recruitment process
- Processing
of new employments, update and maintain staff personal records
- Undertake
staff induction and orientation aimed at providing newly employed staff
with relevant information about the technical and social aspects of their
work.
- Assist
in training needs assessment and implement the approved training programs.
- Assist
in the implementation of the performance management system and ensure that
employees are continuously monitored and measured against set standards
and targets.
- To
ensure the Human Resource Management information system is updated for the leave management, performance
management, training and recruitment modules.
- Maintain
employee records and ensure integrity of data and information related to
management of human resource activities
- Co-ordinate
the exit process and staff exit interviews
- To
deal and respond to all routine correspondences to staff and other
stakeholders.
- To
file incoming mails and correspondences in the relevant files.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience for the Job
- A
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or Business Administration or
equivalent from a recognized University.
- At
least 5 years post-graduation experience as a Human Resource
Officer
- Post
graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management.
- Membership
of a relevant professional body such as IHRM and KIM.
- Proficiency
in Microsoft Office suite, computerized HR information systems.
- Sound
negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Ability
to problem solve and prioritize office issues
Procurement Officer
Ref: PO/03
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Overall Purpose
Responsible to the Head of Procurement for providing assistance in
the procurement of goods, works and services for the Authority and ensuring
that procurement and supplies processes are carried out efficiently and
effectively to achieve the Authority’s objectives.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Implementation
and monitoring of the procurement of goods, works and services and ensure
that they are in conformance with the Public Procurement
& Disposal Act and Regulations.
- Prepare
periodic reports for submission to the PPOA.
- Prepare
asset disposal plans and coordinate for disposal of unserviceable,
obsolete and surplus assets.
- Designing
and implementing an effective procurement records management,
retention and disposal program
- Create
and maintain material codes for stock and non-stock
items maintain proper inventory records to ensure adequate audit trail.
- In
charge of implementing and enforcement of stores regulations and procedures
- Conduct
periodic and annual stock taking and investigate discrepancies between
inventory records and physical inventory holdings for reconciliation.
- Timely
preparation of suppliers invoices creating a linkage between procurement
and payment files in accordance with section 45 (6) of the Public Procurement
& Disposal Act, 2005.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience for the job
- Bachelor’s
degree in Procurement, Business, Social Sciences or equivalent.
- Graduate
diploma from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.
- Must
be a registered member of KISM or CIPS or any other professional body.
- At
least five (5) years relevant experience
- Knowledge
of the Public Procurement & Disposal Act, 2005 and the Regulation,
2006
- Planning
and organizing skills
- Effective
communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency
in computer applications.
Knowledge Management Officer
Ref: KMO/04
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Job Purpose
Responsible to the Policy, Research & Development Manager the
Knowledge Management Officer has responsibility for developing and implementing
effective knowledge management programs and activities and will be in charge of
the Authority’s Resource Centre.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop
and implement knowledge management strategy.
- Conduct
needs assessment and surveys to assess user Information needs.
- Ensure
Knowledge Management processes and procedures are understood within the Authority in terms of their effectiveness,
quality and responsiveness.
- Create, facilitate, and manage
a knowledge transfer system designed to harness information on emerging
issues and ensuring its accessibility and usage.
- Create,
and dissemination of knowledge within the Authority while ensuring
accessibility of these resources to the staff, management and
stakeholders.
- Respond
to queries and assist clients in accessing Knowledge Management tools and
resources.
- Train
users in KM methods, process and tools to ensure proper use of resources
- Conduct
outreach programs and oversee training for staff and
clients in use of Knowledge Management tools.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience for the job
- Bachelor’s
degree in Information science/library science, or related discipline.
- Holders
of Master’s Degree in relevant fields will have an added advantage.
- Membership
to a relevant professional body.
- Minimum
five (5) years’ experience in developing and implementing knowledge
management programmes that contribute to strategic objectives in a
reputable institution/library.
- Working
knowledge of educational media and technology including the internet and
its utilization for electronic learning.
- Proficiency
in MS office suite.
Terms of Offer
An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the
responsibilities of the above positions will be negotiated with the right candidates.
If you believe you are the right candidate for the above positions
and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the qualifications given,
please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your position,
current remuneration, qualifications, experience, names and addresses of three
referees, email and telephone contacts together with copies of your
certificates and testimonials by 22nd November, 2013 to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Insurance Regulatory Authority
Zep -Re Place
P.O Box 43505-00100
Nairobi
IRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will
result in automatic disqualification.
NB: Applicants who have already responded to our
earlier advertisements need not re -apply
