Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Jun 22, 2021

  • Manager-Care and Provider Relations

    Manager-Care and Provider Relations

    Employment Type:Permanent
    Job Id:pdA7xFmHRX
    KEY PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Accrediting high level and cost effective medical providers and negotiating on rates and discounts; Manage contracts with service providers including developing innovative reimbursement options and positioning APA as a partner to the providers.
    Maintaining proper case management principles through reviews of all pre-authorizations;
    Ensure proper mechanisms are in place for reviewing all individual proposal forms and medical reports and advising the medical underwriting on risk management and appropriate limits of cover;
    Lead the development and implementation of programs for promoting healthy lifestyle through coordination of wellness camps and health talks, distributing health publications and engaging all clients with chronic diseases to the CDM panel for better disease management;
    Implementing internal and external audit recommendations on matters related to case management and medical provider’s provisions within the agreed timelines;
    Coordinating the approval process of all overseas referrals as per the set guidelines;
    Contributing to attaining renewal retention by training scheme leaders on benefit utilization;
    Guiding the business in compliance to health regulations relating to health insurance. Comply with statutory, regulatory and internal control processes at the business units including internal and external audit recommendations;
    Developing departmental budget and business plans to achieve the set company targets;
    Entrenching performance based appraisal of departmental staff in line with their set KPIs and departmental targets;
    Participating in company CSR and brand building activities in liaison with other departments;
    Training, coaching and mentoring staff in order to improve performance and cohesion within the department;
    Implementing interdepartmental SLA in liaison with other departmental heads;
    Participating in management meetings, projects and committees as assigned.
    Develop and implement a Managed Care strategy aimed at coordinating medical care to achieve good patient experience, better treatment outcomes and reduced healthcare costs.
    Develop departmental budget and business plans to achieve the set company targets;
    Entrench performance based appraisal of departmental staff in line with their set KPIs and departmental targets;
    Participate in company CSR and brand building activities in liaison with other departments;
    Train, coach and mentor staff in order to improve performance and cohesion within the department

    ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor’s degree in relevant field eg 1st Degree in medicine/pharmacy/Nursing together with post graduate qualifications in healthcare management/health systems management/health economics/MBA
    Business Management Training

    JOB SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

    Strong leadership and management skills
    Ability to work independently and build effective interpersonal relations
    Bias towards innovation and development of new ideas in problem solving
    Professionalism in dealing with both internal and external customers
    Effective communication both written and verbal

    PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

    ACII/AIIK or
    Registered with a recognized medical professional body; Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council / Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK

    EXPERIENCE

    At least 8 years’ relevant experience with 3 years’ at managerial level.

    Send mail to recruitment@apollo.co.keDeadline:22-Jun-2021

    Apply via :

    recruitment@apollo.co.ke

  • International Operations Executive – BBC Nairobi Bureau

    International Operations Executive – BBC Nairobi Bureau

    Job Introduction
    International News is at the heart of the BBC. BBC News Group employs approximately 1,500 staff in 74 news bureaux around the world. We provide multimedia services to a global weekly audience of over 350 million, in English and 42 languages around the clock, every day of the year. The bureaux react to breaking news, provide news updates and analysis and produce live programme and online output. In a highly competitive market, delivering to both UK Licence Fee payers and commercial partners, BBC News services must be reliable and consistent and continue to meet the high standards expected by our audiences.
    We are recruiting an International Operations Executive in Nairobi, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced manager to join the team in Kenya.
    Role Responsibility
    International Operations provides the infrastructure and production facilities for BBC News around the globe.  You will be responsible for running a safe, compliant and efficient bureau.   
    You will manage a team and be expected to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders including editorial, HR and finance.  You will be expected to challenge inefficiency, propose and embrace change where it would lead to improvement, and be a creative problem solver.  You will take a strategic view of your bureau and team needs, feeding into International Operations change projects and taking direct responsibility for some project work as appropriate.
    The Ideal Candidate

    Demonstrable experience of delivering administrative and finance services in a mid-sized organisation of 60 – 300 employees.
    Experience in multiple internal and external stakeholder management.
    An effective communicator, both internally and externally for the organisation on all mediums with excellent oral and written communication skills.
    Demonstrated experience in responding to situations in volatile, changing and potentially hostile environments.
    Proven experience in ensuring compliance and timely escalation to avoid legal and reputational risk to the organisation.
    Demonstrated experience in process improvement and project management.
    Advanced computer skills with extensive demonstrable experience of office software packages (i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint).  Knowledge of MS Teams and Quickbooks would be an advantage.
    Fluency in local language and high-level English.

    Package Description
    Continuing contract
    Based in Nairobi, Kenya
    Local terms and conditions apply
    Any offer of employment with the BBC will be conditional upon you having the right to work in Kenya.

    Apply via :

    careerssearch.bbc.co.uk

  • Senior Credit Analyst – SME

    Senior Credit Analyst – SME

    ABC Bank is a leading commercial bank that has been in existence for the last 38 years. The Bank is seeking to recruit a dynamic, creative, self-driven and highly motivated experienced professional for
    the below position.
    Reporting to the Head of SME Banking, the Incumbent will work as part of the SME Banking Team to provide effective leadership and training to the Credit Analysts staff and manage all aspects of credit needs in Retail & SME Banking in order to deliver acceptable levels of quality of loans and advances and provide high quality services within the agreed service levels.
    The incumbent will perform the amongst others the below responsibilities;

    Ensure that all credit proposals emanating from the Branch network adhere to the laid down procedures, policies, Banking Act, CBK Prudential guidelines.
    Make sound recommendations on all the credit line proposals emanating from the Branch network
    Oversee the management of Borrower by conducting frequent and regular credit facility reviews.
    Oversee the quality of the Branch Customer Borrowing portfolio, ensuring that noted gaps are addressed proactively.
    Manage the performance of credit analysts reporting to this role.
    Conduct Basic, intermediate and Advanced Training to the credit Analysts and the relationship team.
    Ensure that service levels are adhered to in relation to the Agreed TAT levels.
    Actions pertaining to performance recognition of credit analysts within the branches as provided for in human resources policies.
    Make contributions to product development team, ensuring that the new products add value to the existing products and developing processes and procedures for the same with a bias in credit.
    Drawing up of new procedures and policies for the newly introduced products.
    Advisers of the credit analysis team on the outcomes in the market that would affect the business.

    Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

    University Degree preferably in accounting, finance or business administration from a recognized institution.
    Any professional qualification in Banking, Finance or Accounting
    More than 5 years banking experience at least 4 must be in Credit
    Ability to provide leadership that motivates staff to maximise their productivity and retention.
    Knowledge of all lending products and the level of complexity inherent in those products.
    Ability to analyse all lending proposition and make sound recommendation/decision that will not adversely affect the Bank in the circumstances.
    Knowledge of changes taking place in both micro (banking industry) and macro (global) environment and ability to apply this knowledge to the benefit of the Bank.
    Ability to Disseminate information through training and coaching

    If you believe you meet the above requirements, send your applications to the following address: recruitment@abcthebank.com on or before 22 nd June 2021. Please put the position
    applied for as the subject of the email.
    Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

    Apply via :

    recruitment@abcthebank.com

  • Regional Rangerlands Coordinator (Isiolo)

    Regional Rangerlands Coordinator (Isiolo)

    Reporting to Senior Rangelands Officer he / she will work closely with the NRT’s Senior Rangelands Officer and NRT’s Natural Resource Management Director in strengthening community rangeland management practices – informed by traditional knowledge and science – for the communities to build resilience to droughts, through implementation of rangelands management activities. The position will support the implementation of activities and land management activities within the EU Ranger / AMAYA project landscape and EU resilient project.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Develop innovative and effective work-plans for the EU-Ranger project guided by the overall NRT strategy.
    Consolidate, oversee and manage the implementation of rangelands related activities
    Overseeing the monitoring and evaluation of the entire EU Ranger rangelands program in consultation with the NRT senior rangelands officer.
    In support of the senior rangelands officer – understand and execute expenditure of the EU Ranger rangelands program budget through the respective target community conservancies
    Regular communication and follow-up with respective partners.
    Overseeing all training on rangelands matters.
    To include capturing and capacity building on ‘best practice’ rangeland management; rehabilitation, awareness and management at all levels.
    Initiate and maintain a network of contacts to leverage community experience and learning in the field of rangelands management.
    Consolidate and oversee reporting and share accordingly to the senior rangelands officer
    Representing NRT in conferences / other engagements where necessary
    Supervise and coordinate implementation of Veg-CoMMS monitoring

    Requirements

    Bachelor degree in range management or natural resources management or other related field.
    Minimum 5 years of professional work experience in community management of natural resources approaches.
    Proficient and experienced in planning, monitoring, and reporting of project activities in relevant field in multi-stakeholder partnerships and collaborations.
    Excellent interpersonal, networking, communication, negotiation and facilitation skills.
    Experience of working with people from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating respect for, and understanding of, cultural differences.
    Ability to work in challenging environments and deliver on tight deadlines.
    Ability to take initiative and work independently.
    Adaptable and flexibly resilience to respond to changes.
    Exceptional organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail.
    High degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including Board members, senior executives, staff, community leaders, donors, and funded partners.
    Make appropriate, informed decisions regarding priorities and available time.
    Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround.
    Able to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
    Excellent judgment is essential.

    If your profile matches the above job specifications, please send your application including a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, a daytime telephone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees to reach us by close of business on Tuesday 22nd June, 2021 to: hr@nrtkenya.org addressed to: Operations Director, Northern Rangelands Trust, Private Bag, Isiolo-60300 .Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

    Apply via :

    hr@nrtkenya.org

  • Manager API & Integration Support Manager UI/UX Support Product Manager Savings & Lending

    Manager API & Integration Support Manager UI/UX Support Product Manager Savings & Lending

    The Position:
    Reporting to the Manager, Mobile Payments, this role is responsible for developing the bank’s API ecosystem roadmap and working with the Technology team to onboard and support 3rd party developers to integrate and build excellent customer solutions. The position will drive the evolution of the bank’s API offering working with the Technology team to develop and customize different APIs for both internal and external consumption. The role is also responsible for working with partners wishing to integrate with the bank’s systems at scale from the online portal and build custom financial services.
    Key Responsibilities

    Develop the bank’s API roadmap with the Technology team, shared services on KYC and partners and growth teams to build a broad ecosystem.
    Ensure proper documentation of the API platform roadmap, processes, and procedures.
    Support external partners and developers during onboarding and access on the bank’s API platform.
    Support partners in the operationalization and commercialization of the bank’s supported APIs.
    Provide API credentials and Sandbox access upon request by internal and external developers where necessary.
    Continuous monitoring of the API platform for any technical issues and escalation to Technology team for any faults or failures.
    Train both internal external developers on the bank’s API platform, its capabilities, features, use cases and roadmap.
    Plan and communicate maintenance or upgrade plans of the API platform to all stakeholders.
    Document and continuously update the bank’s supported APIs on the API platform.

    The Person
    For the above position, the successful applicant should have the following:

    University degree preferably in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or related field from a recognized institution.
    Master’s degree and professional qualifications will be added advantage.
    At least 3 years’ experience in software development or a similar role.
    2 years’ experience in API development (REST or JSON) and Web Services & DevOps.
    Experience in Software/ API documentation.
    Sound understanding of Banking/Mobile Money technologies.
    Excellent relationship management skills.

    The above position is demanding; for which the Bank will provide a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please log in to our Recruitment portal and submit your application with a detailed CV.

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  • Facilitator / Lecturer

    Facilitator / Lecturer

    Job Description/Requirements
    Franciscan Brothers Baraka Agriculture College promotes Sustainable Agriculture for Rural Development.
    It is mandated to build capacities and capabilities of farming communities within East Africa.
    The objective of the Job: To facilitate students to acquire competencies and skills in sustainable agriculture.
    Responsibilities

    Training long and short courses and Day release participants.
    Developing and implementing new methods of teaching to reflect changes in the labor market and research.
    Designing, preparing and developing teaching materials.
    Assessing students’ coursework.
    Setting and marking examinations.
    Supporting students through a Mentorship / Advisory role.
    Undertaking personal research projects and actively contributing to the institution’s research profile.
    Supervising students’ research activities.
    Participate in the running of farm enterprises in the relevant areas of training.
    Carry out demonstrations and guide students through practical, field study and applied management.
    Keep students’ progress records.
    Backstopping in the Outreach Program and the College farm per your training roles.

    Qualification and Experience

    Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Education and Extension/ Bachelor of Science in Animal Health.
    Having teaching experience will be an added advantage.
    Competence in the application Of knowledge and skills for promotion of sustainable agriculture
    Excellent interpersonal skills ,team-management and leadership skills
    Excellent analytical, problem solving and reporting skills
    Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and communication skills.

    Application should be done online via a form and send hard copy application to the undersigned to reach Baraka Agriculture College NOT LATER THAN 3.00 P.M on Wednesday 22 June, 2021Kindly use this link to apply using the online form https://forms.gle/1X18EicfBqwTMXVa8Human Resource Manager,
    Baraka Agriculture College,
    P.O BOX 52-20106, MOLO

    Apply via :

    forms.gle

  • Principal Deputy Principal

    Principal Deputy Principal

    Basic Salary:-Ksh.336, 478 – Ksh.547, 106 p.m.
    House Allowance: -Ksh. 82, 704 p.m.
    Medical Cover & Other Allowances:- As provided by the University College.
    Terms of Service:-Five (5) years contract (Renewable once) subject to satisfactory performance
     Qualifications
    For appointment to this position, a candidate must:

    be a full Professor and holder of an earned PhD degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
    have had at least ten (10) years academic and research experience at senior level and demonstrated leadership and management skills in an academic or research institution;
    have served substantively for eight (8) years with demonstrable results at least as an academic Dean or Director and above in a recognized University;
    have proven scholarly record demonstrated by continuing research and publications in internationally peer reviewed journals in their areas of specialization, supervision and mentoring of Masters and Doctoral students, and organization of conferences at national, regional and global levels;
    have excellent understanding of the government financial and fiscal policies, strategic planning and Vision 2030, Human Resource Management and Public Procurement and Asset Disposal processes;
    have demonstrated experience in networking, consultancy and resource mobilization for research, scholarships and development;
    have demonstrated record of leadership and implementation of academic, administrative, planning and financial programmes, and development of strategic institutional linkages;
    have an excellent understanding of current trends in University education and training in Kenya and the factors and conditions shaping development of university education Kenya;
    be a team player with excellent Organizational, communication and interpersonal skills;
    be a registered member of professional association/s where applicable, and be of good standing; and
    be of high ethical standards, integrity and accountability and comply with the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

    Core competences:
    The following core competences and skills will be required:

    excellent organizational, interpersonal and effective communication skills;
    logical and sound decision-making ability within the context of a dynamic environment;
    creativity and innovation;
    visionary and result oriented;
    firm, fair, accountable and transparent in the conduct of duties;
    ability to work in a multicultural and multi-ethnic group with sensitivity to and respect for diversity;
    ability to    initiate implement, monitor and evaluate academic and research programs and policies; and
    ability to exercise soft power by detecting and dissipating tension, negotiating, mediating and arbitrating conflict

     Responsibilities
    The Principal is the Chief Executive Officer and the academic and administrative head of the University College and he/she will be answerable to the University College Council. Duties and responsibilities as set out in the Universities Act 2012, Turkana University Order and Statutes will include:

    being the secretary to the University College Council and Chairperson of the College Academic Board and Management Board;
    providing strategic, innovative and creative direction and leadership to the University College by competitively positioning and representing the University College nationally, regionally and internationally;
    developing and recommending to Council strategies, business plans, annual budgets and establishing proper monitoring, control systems and procedures;
    responsible for the implementation of Councils decisions and resolutions;
    managing, directing, organizing and administering programmes of the University College;
    coordinating the development and implementation of the academic and administrative policies of the University College in accordance with its master plan and the strategic plan;
    promoting efficiency and good order of the university including staff and student welfare, conduct and discipline;
    ensuring enforcement of the University College Statutes and regulations;
    providing innovative and creative leadership in the areas of academics, finance, planning and development; general administration; research and partnership;
    facilitating and maintaining cooperation with government institutions, regulatory agencies, and local and international institutions of higher learning and other stakeholders; and
    any other responsibilities as may be assigned or designated by the Council as provided for in the Universities Act 2012, Turkana University College Order Statute

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    Candidates may submit manual (hard copy) or electronic (online) applications;THE SECRETARY/CEOPublic Service Commission Commission HouseP.O Box 30095-00100NAIROBI.Online applications may be submitted via email to: tuc2021@publicservice.go.ke All applications should reach the Public Service Commission on or before 22nd June 2021latest by 5.00 p.m. (East African Time).The names of shortlisted candidates shall be published on the Commission’s website;

    Apply via :

    tuc2021@publicservice.go.ke

  • Deputy Vice-Chancellor- Administration and Finance Deputy Vice Chancellor -Research, Planning and Development Principal Deputy Principal – Academic, Students and Financial Affairs Principal Deputy Principal (Administration, Finance and Planning)

    Deputy Vice-Chancellor- Administration and Finance Deputy Vice Chancellor -Research, Planning and Development Principal Deputy Principal – Academic, Students and Financial Affairs Principal Deputy Principal (Administration, Finance and Planning)

    Basic Salary: -Ksh.336, 478 – Ksh.470, 711 p.m.
    House Allowance: -Ksh. 82, 704 p.m.
    Medical Cover & Other Allowances: -As provided by the University.
    Terms of Service: -Five (5) years contract (Renewable once) subject to satisfactory performance

    For appointment to the position, a candidate must:

    be a holder of an earned Ph.D. degree, and serving as either a Professor or Associate Professor in a university;
    have at least (8) years progressive experience in a senior leadership /management position such as Dean/Director, principal of a university college or DVC of a chartered university or leadership in a comparable or other higher learning institutions;
    have outstanding and internationally recognized scholarship record as evidenced by refereed journals, publications, university level books as well as project grants and awards;
    have demonstrable ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate administration and financial functions and be familiar with financial planning and accounting;
    have demonstrated ability in strategic planning and quality management systems and training in management sciences at Master’s level will be a distinct advantage;
    have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; and
    be of the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism and comply with the requirements of the constitution of Kenya

    Core Competences:
    The following core competences and skills will be required:

    exemplary high level of professionalism and work ethics;
    possess strategic management Leadership skills with results oriented mindset;
    visionary and innovative leadership;
    all-inclusive management style with balanced firmness and fairness; and
    ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

    Duties and Responsibilities:
    The Deputy Vice Chancellor-Administration and Finance will be one of the principal advisors to the Vice Chancellor and head of Administration and Finance division. Specific duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

    responsible for management and administration matters in a result oriented work environment, geared towards achieving the university’s goals, objectives, performance contracts and the strategic plan;
    assisting the Vice Chancellor in the development and implementation of the university policies;
    providing innovative and creative leadership in the areas of Human Resource Management;
    preparing and implementing the university budget and preparation of financial statements and management reports;
    administration of human resource functions of the university including staff appointment, deployment, retention and separation;
    responsible for the university central services including the medical services, transport, procurement, development projects, estate and maintenance, catering and housekeeping;
    supervision of the administration, financial planning activities of the university.
    representation of the university in collective bargaining negotiations, administration and management, including labour relations, grievances handling, retirement benefits management, contract interpretation, and workers compensation;
    conducting periodic audits and reviews of physical and stock records to ensure proper accounting and internal procedures have been developed and enforced; and
    any other duty as may be assigned and delegated by the Vice Chancellor.

    INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO NOTE:

    The names of shortlisted candidates shall be published on the Commission’s website;
    Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the following documents during the interviews:
    National Identity Card;
    Academic and Professional Certificates and transcripts;
    Any other supporting documents and testimonials; and
    Clearances from the following bodies:
    Kenya Revenue Authority;
    Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
    Higher Education Loans Board;
    Any of the Registered Credit Reference Bureaus;
    Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Police Clearance
    Certificate); and
    Recommendations from relevant professional bodies and associations. 3. Recommendations from at least three (3) referees should be sent separately to the address below.

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    INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO NOTE:The names of shortlisted candidates shall be published on the Commission’s website;Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the following documents during the interviews:Candidates may submit manual (hard copy) or electronic (online) applications;All applications should be submitted together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, a copy of ID/Passport, copies of academic certificates, testimonials and any other relevant supporting documents;Scanned copies of these documents must accompany the online application;The Curriculum Vitae should include information on academic qualifications, professional experience, leadership and management roles, publications, awards, scholarships, funding, membership of professional association, linkages and community service, email address and telephone contacts;Manual applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked:
    “Application for the position of Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administrating and Finance)- Chuka University”
    OR
    “Application for the position of Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research, Planning and Development) – Chuka University” as applicable and delivered to:
    THE SECRETARY/CEO
    Public Service Commission
    Commission House
    P.O Box 30095-00100
    NAIROBI.Online applications may be submitted via email to: chuka2021@publicservice.go.keAll applications should reach the Public Service Commission on or before 22nd June 2021 latest by 5.00 p.m. (East African Time).

    Apply via :

    chuka2021@publicservice.go.ke