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Kenya
Reinsurance Corporation Limited (Kenya Re), is a leading reinsurer ¡n the
region listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). It is ISO 9001 : 2008
Certified and rated B+ by A.M Best and AA by the Global Credit Rating Company
(GCR). Kenya Re now seeks to recruit and fill the following positions:
1. Accounts Assistant - Reinsurance
(1)
Ref No. KRC/HR/2012/O1
The selected candidate(s) will provide finance and accounting support to the reinsurance business.
The
main responsibilities will include retro creditors, pass the necessary
entries, ensure reconciliation of premium and loss reserve accounts, portfolio
premium, loss entries and withdrawals.
The Person
Applicants should be holders of a Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance and should be a holder of CPA Il or its equivalent with one (1) year experience in finance and accounting.
Experience
in insurance or reinsurance industry and use of SUN System will be an added
advantage.
2. Financial Accountant
(1)
Ref No: KRC/HR/2012/02
The selected candidate(s) will provide finance and accounting support.
The
main responsibilities will include but not be limited to accurately
depreciating and maintaining information relating to the Corporations fixed
assets, preparing timely bank reconciliations, assisting in the preparation of
financial accounts, preparing special financial reports and ensuring expenses
are analyzed on a monthly basis and properly allocated.
The Person
Applicants should be holders of a Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance and should be fully qualified CPA (K) or ACCA with (3) years relevant experience in finance and accounting (1) of which should have been in a supervisor position.
Experience
¡n insurance or reinsurance industry and use of SUN System will be an added
advantage.
3. Executive Assistant
(1)
Ref No: KRC/HR/2012/03
The successful candidate will be in charge of the day to day management of the Managing Director’s and Chairman’s office and provide high level administrative support to enhance office effectiveness.
The
main duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to; managing
the MD’s and Chairman’s diary, coordinating the flow of visitors, receive
messages, type and dispatch letters and documents.
He
or she will provide support in coordination of Board and Executive committee
meetings, maintain clear records and efficient filing systems of the MD’s and
Chairman’s office, organize and maintain office administration processes and
information systems and act as a liaison person with other departments to
ensure effective flow of information.
The Person
Applicants should be holders of Bachelors degree ¡n Secretarial, Business Administration or Social Sciences from a reputable university and holders of professional qualifications in office management and administration. Knowledge of French will be an added advantage.
They should have at least 5 years experience in a similar position, training in Ms Office applications and executive office management, proven analytical skills, demonstrate competency in handling situations with tact and diplomacy, ability to prioritize a busy workload and deliver on tight timelines.
He
or she should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the
ability to multi-task.
Kenya Re is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, colour, race, religion, natural origin. age or physical disability.
An
appropriate remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidates.
Applicants should post or email as attachments their CV and cover letter quoting the relevant Job Ref No. and outlining how they meet requirements for the position to:
The Human Resource and Administration Manager
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited
P. O Box 30271, 00100 GPO
Nairobi
E-mail: hr@kenyare.co.ke
Closing
Date: 1 V” July 2012
