Thursday, April 12, 2012

UAP SENIOR UNDERWRITERS, ASSISTANT UNDERWRITERS, INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICER, WEB DEVELOPER, CASE MANAGEMENT NURSE JOBS IN KENYA

UAP Group is a pan-African Financial Services Company with interest in Insurance, Investment Management, Property Investments, Property Development, Securities Brokerage and Financial Advisory.

Currently, UAP has over 8 businesses operating in Kenya, Uganda and South Sudan which are market leaders in their respective fields.

The Group will be launching operations in selected markets in Africa as part of its vision to be the most innovative pan-African Insurance and Financial Services Group.

In order to execute its ambitious growth and expansion strategy, UAP wishes to recruit high caliber individuals to fill the following positions for its subsidiary, UAP Insurance Kenya:

Senior Underwriters

Reporting to the Underwriting Manager, the holder of this position will assess, price and determine terms for risks presented within set standards of service so as to ensure quality selection of risks and timely service are achieved by performing the following tasks:-

Determine acceptability of risks, recommend risk surveys, monitor and review terms of accounts assigned
Supervise, train and mentor staff on technical matters to ensure their skills are sharpened
Check and sign underwriting documents to authenticate them
Prepare and follow up renewal notices to ensure retention
Requisition for premium refund to facilitate issuance of cheques
Ensure that premiums are paid in respect of accounts managed
Maintain effective business relationships to ensure effective delivery of service

Monitor service standards within the section to ensure high quality customer service is delivered

Job Requirements:

1st Degree,
ACII and
5 years experience in a similar position


Key Competencies: Product Knowledge and functions of the various departments.

Assistant Underwriters

Reporting to the Underwriting Manager the holder of this position will assess risk within limited authority and handle customer issues to ensure quality risk selection and timely customer service delivery by performing the following tasks:-

Prepare quotations in consultation with supervisors, in a timely manner to assist in business acquisition
Prepare, dispatch and follow up of renewal business to ensure retention
Book premiums and process underwriting documentation
Respond to customer queries and complaints in a timely manner
Enforce credit control and cancel policies not paid for to ensure premium is received for risks accepted
Keep motor certificates allocated safely and make monthly declarations of usage

Job Requirements: 1st Degree and entry level ACII

Key Competencies: Product knowledge and functions of the various departments

Internal Audit Officer

Reporting to the Risk and Compliance Manager, this position will conduct an independent appraisal of the effectiveness of policies, procedure and standards to ensure compliance and will be charged with the following responsibilities:-

Plan, organize and conduct regular internal audits to evaluate compliance
Prepare audit reports and agree on corrective actions
Follow up on corrective actions agreed upon
Perform special assignments and investigations or reviews that may be requested by the audit committee or the management.

Job Requirements:

1st Degree,
Professional qualifications-CPA (Mandatory), CIA, CISA, IRM and
3 years experience.

Key Competencies

Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate facts and prepare concise written reports
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
Self-drive and commitment to take initiatives, address problems, find solutions and provide lead to others with little supervision
Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships at all levels of the organization
Be a Team Player

Web Developer & Communications Officer

Reporting to the Head of Marketing and Distribution, the candidate will be charged with the following responsibilities:-

Implement the UAP web strategy in conjunction with the UAP Marketing Department and business users for use of web applications to communicate and carry out E-Commerce activities
Expand existing Web Applications infrastructure to maximize on communication with UAP staff and external customers
Work closely with the Marketing team and members of the Development Team to both develop detailed specification documents with clear project deliverables and timelines, and to ensure timely completion of deliverables
Convert raw images and layouts to web themes
Update content on the current UAP Group Websites
Design and implement the Group Intranet & Extranet (SharePoint) Consult, negotiate and communicate with UAP's existing web applications service providers and partners to ensure system(s) that are in place work as per set standards, and undergo continuous improvement.
Develop, administrate and manage UAP's Intranet and Extranet while ensuring that information/content is up to date and accurate
Conduct training sessions with internal staff on how the various business units can utilize the corporate intranet to enhance collaboration and document management using the Microsoft SharePoint Technology
Determine appropriate architecture, and other technical solutions, and make relevant recommendations to the business
Engage in~0utside-the-box thinking to provide high value-of-service to UAP Take advantage of emerging technologies or applications and integrate them into operations

Key Competencies

Able to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines
Able to promptly answer web related support emails and phone calls
Self-motivated, detail-oriented and organized
Experience with hardware and software issues
Proficient in Internet-related applications such as E-Mail clients, FTP clients & Web Browsers
Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, organizational, & presentation skills
Strong attention to detail

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related degree
Must possess strong skills in Microsoft SQL Server 2008
Must possess strong skills in Web Development
Minimum 3 years' of web development experience
Must have experience with SharePoint

Case Management Nurse

Reporting to Case Management Supervisor, this position is to control and manage medical benefit utilization through pre-authorization and case management activities to ensure quality, appropriate cost effective care and good customer service are achieved by performing the following tasks:

Pre-authorize scheduled and nonscheduled admissions within the set guidelines
Negotiate/discuss professional fees as appropriate for each admission
Set the appropriate parameters for each admission (claim reserve, initial authorized cost and duration)
Visit all admitted clients within Nairobi region and its environs
Liaise with Doctors on the day to day management of patients and obtain medical reports/ expected length of stay where indicated
Ensure smooth discharge process and co-ordinate any necessary post-hospitalization/ step down facility care
Revise reserves after discharge of member
Collect feedback from admitted clients on quality and scope of service by the service provider
Assist in carrying out verification and medical audit of claims/invoices before settlement
Develop and maintain monthly database on admissions, large claims and extended length of stay
Respond to queries from clients, intermediaries and service providers
Liaise with other medical underwriters for purposes of market surveys and development of new controls, standards and products
Any other duty assigned by management

Job Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Nursing
Diploma in Insurance/COP
Degree in Health systems Management/ Business management

Key Competencies

3 years:experience in clinical setting and 2 years in an insurance set up valid driving license
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Excellent public relations and interpersonal relationship skills.
Good IT skills in database management and office systems.
Good decision making in benefit utilization management.
High levels of integrity and honesty

If you are up to the challenge and meet the criteria set above send your CV and cover letter to recruitment@uapkenya.com with the job title in the subject line so as to reach us by 25th April 2012.