Fund Management Officer I - 3 Posts at The Social Health Authority (SHA)

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: - 

• Cumulative service period of three (3) years relevant work experience at the grade of Fund Management Officer II or in a comparable position; 
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Finance option), Economics, Business Administration (Finance option), Business Management (Finance option) Finance its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; 
• Certified Public Accountant II (CPA II) by Kenya Accounts and Secretaries Examination Board (KASNEB) or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; 
• Proficiency in computer application skills; and 
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results. 

Responsibilities:

You will process the receipt and payment of funds, verify claims, update books of accounts, and assist in budgeting and resource mobilization activities for the various health funds

Key Responsibilities: - 

• Processing receipt and payment of funds for Primary Health Care, Social Health Insurance, and ECC services; 
• Verifying claims received from the claims management office based on prescribed tariffs and benefit packages; 
• Processing payments to health providers and facilities based on verified claims; 
• Updating and maintaining accurate books of accounts for all fund transactions; 
• Preparing basic financial statements and reports for the funds; 
• Participating in resource mobilization activities for the funds; 
• Assisting in budgeting and planning processes for the funds; 
• Participating in stakeholder engagement activities; 
• Identifying and reporting discrepancies in claims and payments; and