Jobs Kenya

Company Address: Address 10th / 11th Floor Landmark Plaza, Argwings Kodhek Road, Opposite Nairobi Hospital, Nairobi

  • Fund Administrator

    Fund Administrator

    Roles and responsibilities

    Achieving Zamara’s ambitious strategic priorities will be complex and challenging. Its continued success will be dependent on building and retaining a world-class team.
    The Fund Administrator will address the administrative aspects of pension schemes in order to drive data integrity, client satisfaction and client retention. This role reports to a Manager, Operations and Administration.

    In more detail, the areas of responsibility include:
    Database Administration

    Providing annual audit data to fund accountants and responding to queries.
    Verification of fund data and loading the information onto the selected admin system.
    Preparing and reconciling member records.
    Processing withdrawal requests for members.
    Maintaining member pension records (bio data, bank details, emails) and updating contributions on the system.
    Providing annual member statements after allocation of interest.
    Supporting Team leaders and Administrators as required in ensuring team targets are met and set out procedures are followed.

    Client Service

    Conducting member education scheme / fund beneficiaries’ information about their rights and responsibilities in respect to the pension scheme / fund umbrella.
    Dealing with pension scheme / umbrella fund complaints, disputes, general enquiries and correspondence from members, advisers, trustees, fund managers and communicating with them appropriately.

    Operational Efficiency

    Processing and payment of claims within 30 days in liaison with fund managers, custodians and trustees as appropriate.
    Preparing and submitting quarterly returns of contributions to RBA.
    Preparing quarterly admin reports.
    Processing and payment of additional interest to members who have exited.

    Experience and personal qualities

    Bachelor’s Degree in a Business-related field.
    One year experience in the pension industry.
    Professional qualification in Actuarial/CPA/ACCA will be an added advantage.
    Knowledge of legislation, investments, employee benefits.
    Proficiency of the selected Admin System.
    Expert knowledge of the Retirement Fund Rules.
    Expert knowledge of the RBA Regulations.
    Expert knowledge of the KRA taxation rules.
    Expert knowledge of Schemes.
    Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
    High level of professionalism and good communication skills.
    Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
    Client service oriented and team player

    Apply via :

    info@zamara.co.ke

  • Consultant, Business Development – Medical Broking

    Consultant, Business Development – Medical Broking

    Roles and responsibilities
    Achieving Zamara’s ambitious strategic priorities will be complex and challenging. Its continued success will be dependent on building and retaining a world-class team.
    The Business Development Consultant will drive business growth (new business) in Medical Broking. The role will report to a Manager, Medical Broking.
    Experience and Personal Qualities

    In more detail, the areas of responsibility include:

    New Business Acquisition

    Drive the sales process from pre-qualification to award of contract.
    Response to request for proposal.
    Negotiate with underwriters on benefits, rates, discounts in order to offer the client the most competitive solution.
    Preparation of risk notes & submission of the same to the Operations department.
    Generate referrals from clients based on existing relationships & unmatched service delivery.
    Champion cross-selling to and from other departments within Zamara.
    Preparation of tenders.

    Value Addition

    Design & seek approval for value adding concepts.
    Provision of technical expertise in the creation of new products and offerings.
    Represent medical in marketing meetings with internal teams and also external forums that could assist in generation of leads.

    Compliance

    Preparation of contract documents, risk notes in adherence to set guidelines & within stipulated timeframe.

    The following experience is preferred:

    Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Business Development.
    A degree/diploma in Actuarial Science/insurance/ business related degree/ sales or any other relevant degree.
    Professional insurance certification is an added advantage.
    Experience in Employee Benefits is an added advantage.

    The following personal qualities are preferred:

    Excellent communication skills.
    Proper work ethics
    Team player
    Great negotiating skills
    Good analytical skills
    Good interpersonal skills
    Innovative
    Entrepreneurial

    If your career aspirations match this opportunity, please send your CV on LinkedIn on or before 5:00 pm GMT, Friday, 25th August 2023.

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Consultant, Business Development – Medical Broking

    Consultant, Business Development – Medical Broking

    Roles and responsibilities

    Achieving Zamara’s ambitious strategic priorities will be complex and challenging. Its continued success will be dependent on building and retaining a world-class team.

    The Business Development Consultant will drive business growth (new business) in Medical Broking. The role will report to a Manager, Medical Broking.

    Experience and Personal Qualities

    In more detail, the areas of responsibility include:

    New Business Acquisition

    Drive the sales process from pre-qualification to award of contract.
    Response to request for proposal.
    Negotiate with underwriters on benefits, rates, discounts in order to offer the client the most competitive solution.
    Preparation of risk notes & submission of the same to the Operations department.
    Generate referrals from clients based on existing relationships & unmatched service delivery.
    Champion cross-selling to and from other departments within Zamara.
    Preparation of tenders.

    Value Addition

    Design & seek approval for value adding concepts.
    Provision of technical expertise in the creation of new products and offerings.
    Represent medical in marketing meetings with internal teams and also external forums that could assist in generation of leads.

    Compliance

    Preparation of contract documents, risk notes in adherence to set guidelines & within stipulated timeframe.

    The following experience is preferred:

    Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Business Development.
    A degree/diploma in Actuarial Science/insurance/ business related degree/ sales or any other relevant degree.
    Professional insurance certification is an added advantage.
    Experience in Employee Benefits is an added advantage.

    The following personal qualities are preferred:

    Excellent communication skills.
    Proper work ethics
    Team player
    Great negotiating skills
    Good analytical skills
    Good interpersonal skills
    Innovative
    Entrepreneurial

    If your career aspirations match this opportunity, please send your CV on LinkedIn on or before 5:00 pm GMT, Friday, 25th August 2023.

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Fund Accountant

    Fund Accountant

    Roles and responsibilities

    Achieving Zamara’s ambitious strategic priorities will be complex and challenging. Its continued success will be dependent on building and retaining a world-class team.

    The Fund Accountant will be responsible for providing quarterly management and annual audited financial statements in line with SLAs and to meet statutory requirements in order to drive client satisfaction and enhance service delivery.

    This role reports to a Manager, Fund Accountant.

    In more detail, the areas of responsibility include:

    Role Specific

    Preparation and presentation of pension funds management accounts, budget, cashflow statement and annual audited financial statement to trustees. as per International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
    Handle an assigned client portfolio of investment worth Ksh 500 million and above.
    Assessment, computations and payments of quarterly and annual income tax and annual RBA levies. Payment of income tax and RBA levies to the relevant bodies as per statutory requirements.
    Analyze and capture data received from the fund managers and custodians monthly.
    Monthly reconciliation of the members dealing in the Dynamics 365 Business Central.
    Prepare cash book and bank reconciliation monthly.
    Assist in training Junior Fund Accountants and interns.
    Analysis and payment of property expense and service providers fees.

    Client Service

    Participate in client AGMs through proper preparations and response to member queries.
    Proactively foster cordial working relations with all stakeholders to enhance client satisfaction and service delivery.

    Operational Efficiency

    Adhere to all SLAs and working standards to ensure legal and regulatory requirements.
    Real time reporting of system bugs and downtimes for speedy resolutions.
    100% compliance to Accounting reporting standards.

    Experience and personal qualities

    Bachelor’s degree in a Business-related field or Actuarial
    Professional qualification in / CPA Part 2 / ACCA Level 2
    3 Years’ experience in fund accounting/pension industry
    Awareness of RBA, ICPAK and KRA requirements
    Good knowledge of an accounting system
    Analytical and organizational skills
    Accounting
    Able to work to a high level of accuracy
    Good communication skills
    Teamwork
    Ability to work long hours with minimal supervision
    Time management and ability to prioritize

    If your career aspirations match this opportunity, please send your CV on LinkedIn on or before 12:00 pm GMT, Monday, 24th July 2023.

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Consultant, Claims – General Insurance

    Consultant, Claims – General Insurance

    Roles and responsibilities

    Achieving Zamara’s ambitious strategic priorities will be complex and challenging. Its continued success will be dependent on building and retaining a world-class team.

    The job holder will be responsible for ensuring seamless service delivery to clients by offering support and assistance to general insurance policy holders. This will be done through the claims processes in accordance with company regulations and departmental standards of services whilst always maintaining cordial customer service.

    In more detail, the areas of responsibility include:

    Claims Management

    Requesting for claims documents, verifying, and updating the insured on any additional information required.
    Timely registration of claims data into the system, for ease of management and reference.
    Attending to client’s queries and resolving them soonest possible or escalating as per the escalation matrix.
    Timely dispatch of claims correspondences to the respective recipients.
    Reporting claims to the insurer within the set timelines.
    Analyzing claim documents shared by the client for completeness before forwarding to the insurance company.
    Ensuring service providers i.e motor assessors, loss adjusters, investigators, advocates etc. are appointed as per the SLA.
    Following up and ensuring payment refund to clients are settled as per the set SLA.
    Checking the underwriting file / policy document to determine scope of cover/charges that are eligible for reimbursement and advising the client accordingly.
    Engaging service providers to ensure speedy and smooth processing of claims.
    Forwarding Risk improvement recommendation to underwriting unit-based loss adjustment report and loss experience of a portfolio.
    Advocating for settlement of borderlines claims on a timely manner-Ex-gratia.
    Any other duty assigned from time to time.

    Experience and Personal Qualities

    Bachelor’s degree in business or insurance related to course.
    Diploma in Insurance or equivalent – ongoing
    3-5 years’ working experience in a similar role
    Good knowledge of insurance policies
    Team player
    Capacity to build Relationships
    Problem Solving
    Self-Driven
    Flexible to train
    Analytical Skill and keen in details
    Interpersonal and Communication skills
    Highest level of personal and professional integrity
    Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced work environment

    If your career aspirations match this opportunity, please send your CV on LinkedIn on or before 12.00 pm GMT, Friday, 14th July 2023.

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Senior Actuarial Analyst

    Senior Actuarial Analyst

    Roles and responsibilities

    Achieving Zamara’s ambitious strategic priorities will be complex and challenging. Its continued success will be dependent on building and retaining a world-class team.

    The successful candidate will manage and provide actuarial consultancy services to a small portfolio of clients under guidance from a Manager.

    The role will report to a Manager.

    In more detail, the areas of responsibility include:

    Technical Expertise

    Responsible for managing a small portfolio of clients under the supervision of a senior resource across IFRS 17, reserving, pricing, capital management and strategic projects.
    Agree deadlines for projects and calculations with consultant and actuary and ensure the deadlines are met.
    Carry out data checks/analysis and prepare valuation and financial review reports for checking by actuarial consultant.
    Support and review work done by actuarial analysts.
    Adhere to compliance with set processes and standards in the Division.
    Ensure delivery of high-quality output whilst working on a wide range of concurrent assignments.

    Client relations

    Accompany senior resource to client meetings and have greater involvement in terms of presentations and discussions.
    Initiate and support business development and client relations.

    Billing and debt collection

    Assist accounts with billing and collection of all pursued but uncollected debts.

    Professional development

    Develop expert knowledge of all the processes/procedures & systems used for individual calculations and valuations.
    Develop technical knowledge through formal and on the job training.
    Initiate a project and work on it to completion.
    Take ownership on research initiatives and participate in R&D projects.
    Contribute to the actuarial profession in Kenya.

    Experience and personal qualities

    The following experience is preferred:

    3-5 year’s work experience in the insurance domain
    Proven experience in a similar environment together with strong capabilities and ability to communicate with impact
    Degree in Actuarial Science or related field.
    Good grasp of system application
    Strong knowledge of insurance/pensions industry
    MS Office with focus on Excel Skills.
    Comfortable with different actuarial valuations methods and techniques
    Basic programming skills
    Knowledge of FIS Prophet preferred

    The following personal qualities are preferred:

    Analytical thinking
    Teamwork
    Excellent time management skills
    Supervisory and mentoring skills
    Innovative and proactive
    Strong business sense
    Responsible and accountable
    Client facing skills
    Excellent oral & written communication skills.
    Responsible & accountable.

    If your career aspirations match this opportunity, please send your CV on LinkedIn on or before 12.00 pm GMT, Monday, 10th July 2023.

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Consultant, Business Development – Medical Broking

    Consultant, Business Development – Medical Broking

    Roles and responsibilities

    Achieving Zamara’s ambitious strategic priorities will be complex and challenging. Its continued success will be dependent on building and retaining a world-class team.

    The Business Development Consultant will drive business growth (new business) in Medical Broking. The role will report to a Manager, Medical Broking.

    Experience and Personal Qualities

    In more detail, the areas of responsibility include:

    New Business Acquisition

    Drive the sales process from pre-qualification to award of contract.
    Response to request for proposal.
    Negotiate with underwriters on benefits, rates, discounts in order to offer the client the most competitive solution.
    Preparation of risk notes & submission of the same to the Operations department.
    Generate referrals from clients based on existing relationships & unmatched service delivery.
    Champion cross-selling to and from other departments within Zamara.
    Preparation of tenders.

    Value Addition

    Design & seek approval for value adding concepts.
    Provision of technical expertise in the creation of new products and offerings.
    Represent medical in marketing meetings with internal teams and also external forums that could assist in generation of leads.

    Compliance

    Preparation of contract documents, risk notes in adherence to set guidelines & within stipulated timeframe.

    The following experience is preferred:

    Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Business Development.
    A degree/diploma in Actuarial Science/insurance/ business related degree/ sales or any other relevant degree.
    Professional insurance certification is an added advantage.
    Experience in Employee Benefits is an added advantage.

    The following personal qualities are preferred:

    Excellent communication skills.
    Proper work ethics
    Team player
    Great negotiating skills
    Good analytical skills
    Good interpersonal skills
    Innovative
    Entrepreneurial

    If your career aspirations match this opportunity, please send your CV on LinkedIn on or before 5:00 pm GMT, Friday, 25th August 2023.

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Fund Accountant

    Fund Accountant

    Roles and responsibilities

    Achieving Zamara’s ambitious strategic priorities will be complex and challenging. Its continued success will be dependent on building and retaining a world-class team.

    The Fund Accountant will be responsible for providing quarterly management and annual audited financial statements in line with SLAs and to meet statutory requirements in order to drive client satisfaction and enhance service delivery.

    This role reports to a Manager, Fund Accountant.

    In more detail, the areas of responsibility include:

    Role Specific

    Preparation and presentation of pension funds management accounts, budget, cashflow statement and annual audited financial statement to trustees. as per International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
    Handle an assigned client portfolio of investment worth Ksh 500 million and above.
    Assessment, computations and payments of quarterly and annual income tax and annual RBA levies. Payment of income tax and RBA levies to the relevant bodies as per statutory requirements.
    Analyze and capture data received from the fund managers and custodians monthly.
    Monthly reconciliation of the members dealing in the Dynamics 365 Business Central.
    Prepare cash book and bank reconciliation monthly.
    Assist in training Junior Fund Accountants and interns.
    Analysis and payment of property expense and service providers fees.

    Client Service

    Participate in client AGMs through proper preparations and response to member queries.
    Proactively foster cordial working relations with all stakeholders to enhance client satisfaction and service delivery.

    Operational Efficiency

    Adhere to all SLAs and working standards to ensure legal and regulatory requirements.
    Real time reporting of system bugs and downtimes for speedy resolutions.
    100% compliance to Accounting reporting standards.

    Experience and personal qualities

    Bachelor’s degree in a Business-related field or Actuarial
    Professional qualification in / CPA Part 2 / ACCA Level 2
    3 Years’ experience in fund accounting/pension industry
    Awareness of RBA, ICPAK and KRA requirements
    Good knowledge of an accounting system
    Analytical and organizational skills
    Accounting
    Able to work to a high level of accuracy
    Good communication skills
    Teamwork
    Ability to work long hours with minimal supervision
    Time management and ability to prioritize

    If your career aspirations match this opportunity, please send your CV on LinkedIn on or before 12:00 pm GMT, Monday, 24th July 2023.

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Consultant, Claims – General Insurance

    Consultant, Claims – General Insurance

    Roles and responsibilities

    Achieving Zamara’s ambitious strategic priorities will be complex and challenging. Its continued success will be dependent on building and retaining a world-class team.

    The job holder will be responsible for ensuring seamless service delivery to clients by offering support and assistance to general insurance policy holders. This will be done through the claims processes in accordance with company regulations and departmental standards of services whilst always maintaining cordial customer service.

    In more detail, the areas of responsibility include:

    Claims Management

    Requesting for claims documents, verifying, and updating the insured on any additional information required.
    Timely registration of claims data into the system, for ease of management and reference.
    Attending to client’s queries and resolving them soonest possible or escalating as per the escalation matrix.
    Timely dispatch of claims correspondences to the respective recipients.
    Reporting claims to the insurer within the set timelines.
    Analyzing claim documents shared by the client for completeness before forwarding to the insurance company.
    Ensuring service providers i.e motor assessors, loss adjusters, investigators, advocates etc. are appointed as per the SLA.
    Following up and ensuring payment refund to clients are settled as per the set SLA.
    Checking the underwriting file / policy document to determine scope of cover/charges that are eligible for reimbursement and advising the client accordingly.
    Engaging service providers to ensure speedy and smooth processing of claims.
    Forwarding Risk improvement recommendation to underwriting unit-based loss adjustment report and loss experience of a portfolio.
    Advocating for settlement of borderlines claims on a timely manner-Ex-gratia.
    Any other duty assigned from time to time.

    Experience and Personal Qualities

    Bachelor’s degree in business or insurance related to course.
    Diploma in Insurance or equivalent – ongoing
    3-5 years’ working experience in a similar role
    Good knowledge of insurance policies
    Team player
    Capacity to build Relationships
    Problem Solving
    Self-Driven
    Flexible to train
    Analytical Skill and keen in details
    Interpersonal and Communication skills
    Highest level of personal and professional integrity
    Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced work environment

    If your career aspirations match this opportunity, please send your CV on LinkedIn on or before 12.00 pm GMT, Friday, 14th July 2023.

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Senior Actuarial Analyst

    Senior Actuarial Analyst

    Roles and responsibilities

    Achieving Zamara’s ambitious strategic priorities will be complex and challenging. Its continued success will be dependent on building and retaining a world-class team.

    The successful candidate will manage and provide actuarial consultancy services to a small portfolio of clients under guidance from a Manager.

    The role will report to a Manager.

    In more detail, the areas of responsibility include:

    Technical Expertise

    Responsible for managing a small portfolio of clients under the supervision of a senior resource across IFRS 17, reserving, pricing, capital management and strategic projects.
    Agree deadlines for projects and calculations with consultant and actuary and ensure the deadlines are met.
    Carry out data checks/analysis and prepare valuation and financial review reports for checking by actuarial consultant.
    Support and review work done by actuarial analysts.
    Adhere to compliance with set processes and standards in the Division.
    Ensure delivery of high-quality output whilst working on a wide range of concurrent assignments.

    Client relations

    Accompany senior resource to client meetings and have greater involvement in terms of presentations and discussions.
    Initiate and support business development and client relations.

    Billing and debt collection

    Assist accounts with billing and collection of all pursued but uncollected debts.

    Professional development

    Develop expert knowledge of all the processes/procedures & systems used for individual calculations and valuations.
    Develop technical knowledge through formal and on the job training.
    Initiate a project and work on it to completion.
    Take ownership on research initiatives and participate in R&D projects.
    Contribute to the actuarial profession in Kenya.

    Experience and personal qualities

    The following experience is preferred:

    3-5 year’s work experience in the insurance domain
    Proven experience in a similar environment together with strong capabilities and ability to communicate with impact
    Degree in Actuarial Science or related field.
    Good grasp of system application
    Strong knowledge of insurance/pensions industry
    MS Office with focus on Excel Skills.
    Comfortable with different actuarial valuations methods and techniques
    Basic programming skills
    Knowledge of FIS Prophet preferred

    The following personal qualities are preferred:

    Analytical thinking
    Teamwork
    Excellent time management skills
    Supervisory and mentoring skills
    Innovative and proactive
    Strong business sense
    Responsible and accountable
    Client facing skills
    Excellent oral & written communication skills.
    Responsible & accountable.

    If your career aspirations match this opportunity, please send your CV on LinkedIn on or before 12.00 pm GMT, Monday, 10th July 2023.

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com