Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) Jobs in Kenya

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

Clerk of Works- Kipipiri CDF

The Kipipiri CDF is a public entity that endeavours to fulfil the objectives of the CDF Act 2013 i.e. Infrastructural Development, Wealth creation and Fight against poverty in the Constituency.

The Kipipiri CDF is therefore seeking to fill the following position:

Position: Clerk of Works

Location: Kipipiri CDF Office – Kipipiri Constituency

The Role

Reporting to the Fund Account Manager – Kipipiri Constituency and Kipipiri CDF Committee, the holder of this position will be expected to offer support to Kipipiri CDF in order to ensure provision of timely, complete, consistent, relevant and reliable information to Kipipiri CDF Committee and other users.

Major Responsibilities/Duties

• Assist in the Preparation of standard BOQs,Plans and Designs in consultation with relevant technical Departments/officer(s) for all infrastructural projects funded by Kipipiri CDF
• Assist in preparation of tender documents to be used by PMC’s
• Ensure that project cost estimates are as realistic as possible.
• Ensure that correct materials and workmanship are used as per the client’s standards, specification and schedule.
• Familiarizes with all the drawings and written instructions, checks and uses them as a yardstick for inspection of works.
• Make regular inspection visits to project sites to monitor progress of on-going works.
• Take measurements and sample on site to make sure that the work and the materials meet the specifications and quality standards.
• Is familiar with legal requirements and ensures that the work complies with the law.
• Has a working knowledge of health and safety legislation and points out any observed shortfall.
• Keeps detailed record on progress and any delays, the number and types of workers employed, visitors to the site, drawings received, deliveries, instructions, and any serious deficiencies in health or safety requirements observed on site.
• Other duties as may be assigned by the Fund Manager or/and Kipipiri CDF Committee.

Competencies

• A minimum of a diploma in building and construction, engineering, quantity survey or equivalent from a recognized training institute.
• Two years of progressive work experience
• An understanding of the building industry, including knowledge of materials, trades, methods and legal requirements.
• Ability to write report on the progress of work.
• Knowledge in Accurate record keeping.
• Good analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient working knowledge of computers especially Microsoft Office Packages, any other software used in the construction industry

If your background, experience and competence match the above specifications, please send your application to:

The Secretary

Kipipiri Constituency Development Fund

P.O.Box 25 (20301)

Miharati

The applications can also be hand delivered in person to the Kipipiri CDF Office at Miharati Centre-Kipipiri District Headquarter or sent to kipipiricdfrecruitment@gmail.com.

 

The applications to be received on or before 15th November 2013 at 5.00 p.m

Laikipia County Jobs 2013

Republic of Kenya

County Assembly of Laikipia

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The County Assembly Service Board of Laikipia County Assembly invites applications from suitably qualified Kenya citizens to fill the following vacant positions.

Deputy Clerk / Director Legislative Procedures & Committee Services

1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and co-coordinating functions and operations of a section within the Clerk’s Chambers, namely: The Committee Office; Procedural Research;
• Protocol and Conferences Office; Assembly Organizations and Exchange Programs; Journals Office; County Assembly Service Board Secretariat; Administrative and Financial Duties;
• Offering advice on procedure and practice to the Speaker, other Presiding Officers and Members of the County Assembly.

Key Result Areas

• Procedure: procedure, practice, conventions, tradition and etiquette
• Research: Searching for fresh information / facts by consulting appropriate sources like documents or persons
• Committees: Offering administrative services to various types of Assembly committees including the County Assembly Service Board
• Conferences: Activities pertaining to seminars and conferences for Members of the County Assembly and staff

Requirements for Appointment

• Masters in the following disciplines: Social Science, Government/ Political Science, history, Sociology, Economics, Public Policy with minimum 4 years relevant experience;
• Computer literate;

OR

• Bachelors degree in Social Science, Government/ Political Science, history, Sociology, Economics, Public Policy with minimum 6 years relevant experience;
• Those with a Law degree will have an added advantage
• Computer literate
• Proven commitment to, and timely execution of duties and responsibilities in the assigned section;
• Good administration, organization, and analytical skills
• interpersonal and human resource management skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, motivate and lead others

Legal Counsel

1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities

A Legal Counsel shall be responsible to Director, Legislative Procedures & Committee Services.

The duties and responsibilities shall include:

• Drafting of Private Members’ Bills
• Drafting of amendments to Bills to be proposed to the Assembly by any Member of the County Assembly or any Committee of the County Assembly
• Giving legal interpretation to Acts and Bills and generally giving legal advice on matters relating to the County Assembly
• Providing legal advice to the County Assembly Service Board, the County Assembly and its Committees
• Providing any other legal services that may be required by the Committees, the Speaker, the County Assembly Service Board or the Clerk of the County Assembly
• Ensuring that Bills passed by the County Assembly comply with the Constitution

Requirements for Appointment

• Have a Bachelor of Law degree;
• Has been admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Be in possession of a current practicing certificate;
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience
• Good administration, organization, and analytical skills
• interpersonal and human resource management skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Computer literate

Clerk Assistant I

2 Posts

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this grade will be more focused in serving in various sections of the Clerks.

Chambers Assignments will be so designed as to enable the officer apply the knowledge so far gained, and at the same time enriching it while developing a sound flair in County Assembly  procedure and practice.

The officer will work under the Senior Clerk in carrying out responsibilities in a sector of any of the sections.

The duties will include: -

• Serving at the Table Office, the Journals Office, Committees, Research and Administration.
• Advising on County Assembly procedure, practice, conventions, tradition and etiquette
• Searching for fresh information / facts by consulting appropriate sources like documents or persons
• Offering administrative services to various types of County Assembly Committees, including the County Assembly Service Board
• Supporting activities pertaining to seminars and conferences for Members of the County Assembly and staff

Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelors degree in Social Sciences
• A minimum of 4 years relevant experience
• Computer literate
• Good administration, organization, and analytical skills
• interpersonal and human resource management skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task

Clerk Assistant II

1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities:

An officer at this level will be closely supervised and guided by the immediate senior Clerk.

The officer will be assigned duties within the Directorate of Legislative Procedure and Committee Services while undergoing training in such areas as County Assembly procedure, practices and etiquette and committee administration and management and any other relevant course.

The duties include: -

• Advising on County Assembly procedure, practice, conventions, tradition and etiquette
• Searching for fresh information / facts by consulting appropriate sources like documents or persons
• Offering administrative services to various types of County Assembly committees, including the Service Board Activities pertaining to seminars and conferences for Members of the and staff

Requirements for Appointment

• Diploma in a Social Sciences field
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience
• Computer literate
• Good administration, organization, and analytical skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task

Commissionaire

1 Post

Duties and responsibilities

• Undertaking Ceremonial and Chamber duties
• Attending to the Chair
• Attending to the Clerk
• Enforcing Speaker’s orders
• Maintaining Members attendant register
• Gallery security
• Maintaining Orderliness
• Controlling the press in the gallery
• Enforcing dress code in the gallery

Requirements for Appointment

• KCSE C- and above;
• Paramilitary Training qualifications;
• Certificate in a relevant discipline from a recognized institution;
• a minimum of 3 years experience in uniformed service;
• First Aid/Fire Fighting Certificate; Certificate for exemplary service
• Be in possession of an exemplarily service certificate.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task

ICT Officer II

1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provision of centralized data processing services for services of County Assembly.
• Coordination of computerization efforts in the County Assembly;
• Provision of advisory services on all matters related to information technology;
• Provision of training on the use of computers, relevant software packages and development of customized applications; and installation
• Configuration of local Area network and Wide Area Network
• Developing and updating application systems
• Carrying out systems analysis, design and program specification in liaison with users
• Overseeing the process of configuration of new Information Communication Technology equipment
• Supervising and compiling overall systems documentations
• Drawing up hardware specification for Information Communication Technology equipment
• Verification, validation and certification of Information Communication Technology.

Requirements for Appointment

• A Bachelor degree in computer science/ information systems or its equivalent from a recognized University;
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience;
• Good administration, organization, and analytical skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task

Research Officer

1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provision of non-partisan professional research assistance and analysis to Members, Committees and staff of the County Assembly
• Initiating and conducting anticipatory research/analysis on key policy issues
• Providing expert interpretation, explanation and analysis, including assessing the strength and weaknesses of policy options
• Maintaining a periodically updated inventory of publications on current issues, legislation and major public policy issues/questions
• Ensuring quality control in the preparation of research papers, briefing notes and particular points of view;
• Providing back up to County Assembly committees;

Requirements for Appointment

• A Bachelors’ degree in Social Sciences
• Sound knowledge and understanding of policy research and analysis with evidence of published papers on topical issues;
• Demonstrated a high degree of administrative skills and managerial competence as reflected in work performance;
• A minimum of 3 years continuous work experience as a research officer in a reputable institution;
• Computer literate
• Good administration, organization, and analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task

Documentation / Librarian Officer

1 Post

Overall Purpose of the Job:

To document the County heritage and history for future generations in accordance with the national collections documentation strategy for public access.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Document the collections held in store and on display at the Assembly and elsewhere in the County including task planning, reconciliation of paper and computer records,
• entering information on to computer from paper records,
• reconciling computer records with objects on display and in store, photography, and liaising with other staff
• Undertaking data cleaning and preparation of records for on-line public access.
• producing reports, liaising with curators, updating records
• Assisting with current documentation tasks as required (for example, scanning documents and photographs)
• Training of Library staff and students on attachment; provision of reference and research services;
• Provision of the Selective Dissemination of Information service and preparation of Annual Reports.

Requirement for Appointment

• Bachelors’ degree in Social Sciences
• A minimum of 2 years relevant work experience
• Experience of working with databases, spreadsheets and word processors
• Experience of carrying out museum documentation
• Experience of using digital cameras and resizing digital images
• Very good general IT skills and a proven ability to learn new applications.
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• An understanding of Health and Safety issues
• A knowledge of the County’s history
• Ability to work with others and alone

Printer III

1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be deployed in any of the following functional areas:

• Production Planning and Control
• Pre-Press (Computer)
• Proof – Reading
• Graphic Reproduction
• Lithographic Machine Operation
• Print Finish

Requirements for Appointment

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+ (plus)
• Certificate in the relevant discipline
• Computer literate
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience
• Good administration, organization, and analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Public Relation / Protocol Officer I

1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinating all public relations related activities including publishing of brochures, handbooks, flyers, CDs etc
• Updating of the website in liaison with the IT department;
• Coordinating of the outreach program
• Preparing press releases; reacting to media stories and proactive media reporting through the available channels
• Coordinating with the Broadcast Unit on broadcast/media aspects

Requirement for Appointment

• Have Bachelors degree in Mass Communication
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience.
• Must demonstrate administrative management skills and sound knowledge of media, public relations and communication ability;
• Be competent in use of IT as a working tool.
• Good administration, organization, and analytical skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Telephone Operators

1 Post

Duties and responsibilities

• Receiving and connecting calls
• Routine testing of exchange lines and switchboard facilities
• Maintenance of telephone records

Requirements for Appointment

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean Grade C+ (plus)
• Front Office Training
• Communication skills (Oral & Writing);
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience
• Be proficient in computer applications.
• Good organization skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task

Procurement Assistant Officer

1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities

• Security and safe custody of stores and supplies
• Issues and rationing of stores supplies
• Procurement of supplies
• Advising on rationing of stores where demands exceed supply
• Recommending disposal of unserviceable assets

Requirement for appointment

• KCSE Certificate with C minus with C minus in mathematics
• Diploma in Procurement/supplies management
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience
• Computer literate
• Good administration, organization, and analytical skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Administrative Assistant

1 Post

Duties and Responsibilities

• Recording dictation in shorthand and transcribing it in typewritten form
• Typing from drafts, manuscripts or recording from dictation machines, processing data
• Management of e-office
• Ensuring security of office records, documents and equipments including classified materials
• Preparing responses to simple routine correspondence
• Attending to visitors/clients
• Handling telephone calls and appointments
• Ensuring security of office records
• Documents and equipments; and
• Effective management of office protocol and media issues
• Managing of office petty cash
• Operating office equipment

Requirements for Appointment

• Secretarial qualification by Kenya National Examinations Council – Stage III

OR

• A Diploma/Higher Diploma in Secretarial Studies from the Kenya National Examinations Council or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience
• Good administration and organization skills
• interpersonal and good public relations skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task

If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV including detailed work experience and education, a cover letter stating why your skills and qualifications are suitable for this position and give at least three professional references with complete contact information to the address below on or before 8th November 2013.

Those who had applied before need not apply.

All applications should have the position being applied for clearly marked e.g. Application for Position of Telephone Operator on the envelope.

The Secretary

County Assembly Service Board

Laikipia County Assembly

P.O. Box  Nanyuki

P.O Box 1271-10400

Nanyuki

Email: info@laikipiacounty.go.ke

Remuneration will be commensurate with those published by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

Only short listed candidates shall be contacted. Laikipia County Assembly Service Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Women and physically challenged persons are encouraged to apply.