Accountant at National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK)

The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) is a family of Christian communions and organisations in fellowship and witness. It was established in June 1913 during the United Missionary Conference held at Thogoto, near Nairobi. The delegates in the conference, representing the missionary institutions working in the country at the time, affirmed their wish to work towards a united church that would impact the lives of the people.

Jumuia Friends Hospital Kaimosi

(REF: A-JFHK)

Main Purpose Of The Job

To provide and promote financial accountability, efficiency and effectiveness of the hospital

Responsibilities

• Have good control over receivables – Outpatient collection, Inpatient collection, Morgue collection and Shop collection
• Control on cash and credit business
• Bank the daily cash collected
• Credit sales follow up to done promptly
• Monitor all services are billed
• Monitor, prevent and control any revenue leakage in the system
• Audit all inpatient bills to ensure all services are billed correctly
• Make surprise audit to cash involving departments like Radiology, Lab, Pharmacy, Wards, Morgue, Shop, Stores
• Periodical audit on all revenue comes in and all expenses goes out
• Manage petty cash with due care
• Petty cash should not be taken from day to day collection
• Conduct regular stock takes and balance inventory.
• Pay vendors on time and prioritize the payment based on criticality
• All financial transactions must be recorded in the HIMS
• Generate necessary reports as and when requested by the management
• Guide and manage departments under you efficiently and effectively
• Wise financial planning must be done for effective and efficient management of the hospital
• Follow with credit business partners like Insurance and corporates for prompt payment
• Reconcile bill raised and payment received
• Make internal audit plan for all departments involve in financial transactions
• Monitor the general functions of the department on a daily basis to ensure that the process and protocols are being adhered by in the department related to billing and payment collections.
• Oversee the discharge process and take all necessary steps to minimize errors in billing during the discharge process
• Roaster Management – Ensure that all shift responsibilities of Billing assistants are met and proper management of leave’s and duties of staff is done at all the branches that you are responsible
• Escalate matters related to various departments to respective HOD’s for ensuring smooth and trouble free services to the patients and their attendants
• Maintain the report and follow for the individual outstanding post discharge. Present data for the same as and when required. Escalate and recommend cases for waivers/ resolution to the management for settling the cases
• Recommend cases pre or post discharge for waiver if some error is found in billing or related to any information flow from various related departments
• Initiate and recommend service recovery from staff for any careless error resulting into revenue loss post discussion and approval from the reporting head.
• Ensure that adequate desk resources and technical support is available to the billing office
• Initiate and recommend cases for recovery against credit bills related to staff
• Calculate waivers for staff cases as per the company policy and process HR approval notes
• Develop and Maintain a good relationship with the consultants and customers
• Coordinate with various consultants for all inpatients billing related services and be one point of contact for them for their queries related the patient’s bills and their shares.
• Ensure follow up and redressal of all possible internal and external customer grievances
• Improvise on processes and protocols for providing better service
• Prepare MIS reports and communicate the same to the management related to billing and collection.
• Ensure that adequate desk resources and technical support is available to the billing office
• Work out process and protocols across various departments for ensuring functioning as an integrated system
• Take active interest in the performance management and development of all team members. Appraise employee performance and facilitate team engagement activities
• Update staff regularly for any changes in the department related processes and protocols, take updates from staff for problems being faced by them
• Liaison with various corporate and government departments with regard to solving queries raised by them and coordinate cases for VIP patients
• Prepare and analyze the monthly financial information and MIS.
• Verifying, updating and timely generation of the MIS to help senior management take informed decisions.
• Assist the financial head in preparation of the annual budget and financial forecasting.
• Monitor all capital expenditures against the annual budget and work towards effective cost control while adhering to the departmental vision.
• Present budget comparisons against the actual on regular basis and highlight any deviation found to the reporting authority.
• Monitors cost and profit performance of all departments regularly and suggests corrective action wherever needed.
• Provide for timely payment to the vendors as per the purchase order.
• Carry out daily banking activities including L/C documentation.
• Conduct departmental audits on regular basis to ensure that all the processes and documentation is in place.
• Interface with the external and internal statutory auditors.
• Periodically review the state of various contracts and their renewal.
• Identify and implement initiatives for better cost management on a regular basis
• Supervise the assessment proceedings with income tax, VAT and service tax authorities.
• Any other official duty assigned by the hospital administrator

Qualifications

• At least Secondary School Education (KCSE)
• Fully qualified accountant CPA (K) / ACCA or its equivalent.

Specialized Training/Professional QualificationsBBA/Bcom (Finance/Accounting option) or its equivalentCPA Finalist

Other Competencies/Abilities/Skills Required

• Working knowledge of accounting systems,
• Analytical, technical and logical approach to problem solving
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Strong report writing and presentation skills
• Self-motivated and quick to take initiative
• Those with experience with hospitality industry will be an added advantage
• Must have worked in a similar position for at least three years

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Assistant Accountant at National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK)

The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) is a family of Christian communions and organisations in fellowship and witness. It was established in June 1913 during the United Missionary Conference held at Thogoto, near Nairobi. The delegates in the conference, representing the missionary institutions working in the country at the time, affirmed their wish to work towards a united church that would impact the lives of the people.

Jumuia Hospital Huruma (REF: AA-JHH)

Main Purpose Of The Job

To provide and promote financial accountability, efficiency and effectiveness of the hospital by assisting the Accountant

Responsibilities

• In charge of Billing Department
• Prepare petty cash vouchers, processing, ledger posting and cash reconciliation.
• Prepare, payment vouchers, cheques for approval.
• Supervise clerical staff, billing, shop, ward secretary and morgue.
• Make daily banking of billing, morgue and shop receipts.
• Input data into the hospital HMIS
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations
• Verify purchases cash/credit for the stores/kitchen/shop to ensure payments of the same will be in order.
• Ensure statutory returns are filed timely.
• Suppliers’ payments are made timely.
• Update MIS in conjunction with HRIO
• Any other responsibilities as assigned by the accountant / management

Qualifications

• At least Secondary School Education (KCSE).

Specialised Training/Professional Qualifications

• BBA/Bcom (Finance/Accounting option) or its equivalent
• CPA Finalist

Other Competencies/Abilities/Skills Required

• Working knowledge of accounting systems,
• Analytical, technical and logical approach to problem solving
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Strong report writing and presentation skills
• Self-motivated and quick to take initiative

Relevant Job Experience

• Must have worked in a similar position for at least two years

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Claims Officer at Absa Group

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

To deliver claims related administrative functions through execution of pre-set job objectives, allocated duties and functions

Job Description

Quality: Maintain high standards in claims service environment especially on data entry, claims registers and both internal and external communication standards

Claims Assessments: check different types of information for accuracy with an aim of making a fair judgment on claims validation process

Meeting deadlines: operate within the set TATs and set operation standards with an aim of completing tasks timeously. Also ensure that claims process is effective and efficiently executed as per the set standards of the claims process.

Education

Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

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Internal Assessor at Absa Group

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

To deliver claims related administrative support services through the execution of predefined assessment objectives as per agreed standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Job Description

Quality Assurance: Maintain a desired level of quality in a assessment service, especially by means of attention to every stage of the process of delivery | Claims assessment: Check different types of information at the time of motor vehicles  assessment for accuracy and inconsistency with the aim of verifying the validity of claims made | Meeting deadlines: Completes tasks timeously | Claims process: Ensure that the claims process is effectively and efficiently executed as per standard operating procedures | : | : | : | :

Education

Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

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Director, Research, Boundaries & Development at Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission

The Commission is responsible for conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by the Constitution, and any other elections as prescribed by an Act of Parliament and, in particular, for; The continuous registration of voters and revision of the voter’s roll; The delimitation of constituencies and wards; The regulation of political parties process; The settlement of electoral disputes; The registration of candidates for elections; Voter education; The facilitation of the observation, monitoring and evaluation of elections; The regulation of money spent by a candidate or party in respect of any election; The development of a code of conduct for candidates and parties; The monitoring of compliance with legislation on nomination of candidates by parties.

IEBC Grade
3
Directorate
Research and Development
Supervisor
Commission Secretary/CEO

The director research and development is responsible for overseeing the coordination of research in the electoral process, electoral reform, technology integration and operational support. A key part of this role is identification of key research areas in collaboration with other directorates and overseeing the planning and execution of research activities. The director is also responsible for overseeing the coordination of the development of the Commission’s strategy and the monitoring and evaluation.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and ensure the implementation of research and development strategies in line with the Commission’s strategy;
• Develop accountability structures, supervise periodic projects, reporting and monitor the performance indicators for the research and strategy departments;
• Oversee the implementation of research activities including surveys, opinion polling, testing concepts in the electoral and operational areas;
• Advise the Commission on best practices in electoral programming and reforms;
• Oversee research on electoral aspects including representation, participation, education methodology, voter registration, gender and diversity concerns and advice on sustainable methods;
• Oversee the timely development and review of the Commission’s strategy documents, work plans and reporting;
• Ensure the directorate is adequately resourced by professional and competent personnel;
• Oversee the development and implementation of effective policies, procedures, systems and processes for research, strategy, information management, library resources management, archiving and disposals;
• Advise the Commission on institutional development, sustainability of the Commission’s programmes and the long term impact of its work;
• Oversee the contracting and management of research and related service providers.
• Any other duty as may be assigned.

Requirements For Appointment

• Minimum of Master’s degree in Social Sciences or Public/Business Administration;
• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or Public/Business Administration;
• Minimum of ten (10) years managerial or consultancy experience, three of which should be at Senior Level in Research and Development and/or strategy development and execution;
• Must have evidence of research publications;
• Must have evidence of successful grants acquisition/mobilization;
• Demonstrated track record in coordinating development of strategy and successful implementation of social/development research projects;
• Good knowledge/understanding of the electoral process is essential;
• Leadership and people management Skills;
• Possess good Planning and Coordination Skills;
• Problem solving and analytical Skills;
• Excellent presentation, oral and written Communication Skills; and
• Ability to make critical and timely decisions in a highly sensitive environment.

Integrity Clearance

In addition to the qualifications set above, shortlisted applicants will be required to provide clearance from the following offices:

• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
• Higher Education Loans Board.
• Professional bodies where applicable
• Credit Reference Bureau Africa Ltd or Metropol Credit Reference Bureau

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Director, Information & Communication Technology at Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission

The Commission is responsible for conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by the Constitution, and any other elections as prescribed by an Act of Parliament and, in particular, for; The continuous registration of voters and revision of the voter’s roll; The delimitation of constituencies and wards; The regulation of political parties process; The settlement of electoral disputes; The registration of candidates for elections; Voter education; The facilitation of the observation, monitoring and evaluation of elections; The regulation of money spent by a candidate or party in respect of any election; The development of a code of conduct for candidates and parties; The monitoring of compliance with legislation on nomination of candidates by parties.

IEBC Grade
3
Directorate
ICT
Supervisor
Commission Secretary/CEO

The director Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is responsible for providing strategic direction providing strategic direction and advice with regard to the information and and advice with regard to the information and communication technology needs of the Commission. A key part of this role is advising communication technology needs of the Commission. A key part of this role is advising the Commission on leveraging appropriate technology to effectively and efficiently the Commission on leveraging appropriate technology to effectively and efficiently deliver the deliver the electoral and operational electoral and operational processes

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and ensure the implementation of information and communication technology strategies in line with the Commission’s strategy.
• Develop accountability structures, supervise projects, periodic reporting and monitor the performance indicators for the ICT departments.
• Oversee the development and implementation of effective policies, procedures, systems and processes for systems administration; security; business applications and support; and network administration.
• Ensure the directorate is adequately resourced by professional and competent personnel.
• Oversee the development of ICT plans in coordination with other directorates and departments.
• Advise the Commission on the development and implementation of institutional systems; including voter registration system, result management and reporting system, geographical information management system (GIS), election violence reporting system, political party fund management system, and supporting operational systems.
• Develop and coordinate the implementation of business continuity plans in line with the Commission’s strategy and operations.
• Oversee the contracting and management of ICT and related service providers.
• Oversee the development of user training programmes and materials; and the coordination of ICT training initiatives.
• Coordinate the provision of timely information communication technology and services to other directorates and regional offices and;
• Any other duty as may be assigned.

Requirements For Appointment

• Minimum of Master’s degree in Information and Communication technology;
• Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology
• Minimum of ten (10) years managerial ICT experience, five (5) of which must be at senior management level in a large public/private institution;
• Must possesses relevant Professional Certifications;
• Must be a member of a relevant professional body and in good standing;
• Knowledge in ICT infrastructure and processes, and its integration;
•  ICT Strategy Development, Coordination and Execution;
• Good Knowledge of ICT Security;
• Demonstrated track record in the delivery of ICT projects and services;
• Good Leadership and people management skills;
• Problem solving and analytical skills;
• Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills; and
• Ability to make critical and timely decisions in a highly sensitive environment;

Integrity Clearance

In addition to the qualifications set above, shortlisted applicants will be required to provide clearance from the following offices:

• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
• Higher Education Loans Board.
• Professional bodies where applicable
• Credit Reference Bureau Africa Ltd or Metropol Credit Reference Bureau

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Research Manager at Farsight Africa Group

Founded in 2010, Farsight Africa Group is a leading full-service Pan-African communications company that delivers impactful solutions to companies, governments, development organisations and individuals across East Africa. Given the incessant news cycle in both the traditional and digital media, we believe it is absolutely vital to employ reputation management and strategic communications to further the manifold objectives of our clients. We assist our diverse client base with navigating today’s complex information space from offices located in Kenya and Somalia.

Job purpose

The research manager is responsible for undertaking and delivering a wide range of research projects in our key areas. He/she will bring research, analytical, design and reporting expertise to the team, drawing upon a strong combination of both qualitative and quantitative experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Take the lead in managing and delivering research projects, from scoping through to methodology and report writing, including managing and developing client relationships
• Deliver a wide range of social research techniques including fieldwork such as in-person interviews, literature reviews, focus groups and data analysis;
• Work with senior managers and directors to win new work from new and existing clients and proactively identify new business opportunities both in terms of research services and policy markets;
• Plan and manage resources effectively, including financial budgets;
• Manage junior research staff and subcontractors (including market research fieldwork) as necessary to achieve project objectives, seeking best value at all times;
• Produce insightful research reports with sophisticated advice to support your clients in their decision-making;
• Contribute to the development and profile of our research expertise with clients and key influencers;
• Develop new business opportunities in line with the company’s strategic ambitions by contributing to developing and increasing our profile with customers and key influencers;
• Ensure that the company is up to date with developments in specified policy areas and research markets
• Lead and support the development of new business opportunities, including preparing written proposals/bids for our prospective client

Qualifications and Experience

• The candidate should have the following minimum qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Social Sciences, with focus in research, project management
• He/she should demonstrate at least 7 years of working experience in both the research sector and project management
• Demonstrated professional leadership and the ability to coordinate a team of professionals.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills in English, to deliver reports and documents. Familiarity with the Somali language will have an added advantage
• Excellent analytical and reporting skills
• Experience in designing of qualitative fieldwork (such as depth interviewing and involvement in focus groups) and quantitative fieldwork (such as survey questionnaires, data analysis, data visualization) and support presentation design and delivery.
• He/she will report to the Chief Executive Officer
• Previous work in Somalia will have an added advantage

Location and Duration

The position will be based in Nairobi and the indicative start date is 2nd November 2020. The contract is expected to run for a period of 6 months with possible extension based on satisfactory performance.

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