Deputy Director, Funds Management Job SHA

Deputy Director, Funds Management Job

Minimum Qualifications: Masters Degree

Job Term: Permanent and Pensionable

Position Level: SHA 3

Remuneration:

Basic Salary: Kes.243,348 x 12,172 – 255,521 x 12,775 – 268,295 x 13,418 – 281,714 x 14,085 – 295,799 x 14,787 – 310,586 x 15,530 – 326,116 x 16,308 – 342,423 x 17,115 – 359,538 x 17,987 – 377,525 x 18,870 – 396,395 x 19,817 – 416,212 pa.
House Allowance: Kes 65,000/=, Commuter Allowance: Kes 26,000/=, Entertainment Allowance: Kes 12,500/=

Number of positions:1

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

• Fifteen (15) years of cumulative service period of relevant work experience, with at least three (3) years in the grade of Assistant Director, Fund Management or comparable.
• Master’s degree in Commerce (Finance/Accounting option), Economics, Business Management, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Finance/Accounting option), Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Administration, or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)K by KASNEB or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution.
• Membership in a relevant professional body where applicable and in good standing.
• A valid practicing license where applicable from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Responsibilities:

Job Purpose: 

Funds and Management Officers are responsible for ensuring the Authority’s financial resources are collected and managed prudently, accountably, and transparently to achieve effectiveness, economy, and efficiency, and maintaining a financial management system for accurate and reliable accounts useful for management decisions and statutory reporting.

Functions: 

• Advising the Director of Funds & Financial Management on the strategic direction of funds.
• Coordinating annual estimates and overall budget preparation for all Funds under SHA.
• Preparing and reviewing annual work plans for the funds.
• Overseeing the development and implementation of reforms in budget processes for the funds.
• Liaising with the exchequer and Parent Ministry to ensure timely and complete disbursements of budget allocations.
• Monitoring and reviewing financial and physical implementation of Fund-related projects and programs.
• Ensuring accurate maintenance of Fund accounts records and adherence to approved financial policies and procedures.
• Coordinating responses to queries raised in audit management reports/letters for all Funds.
• Coordinating the preparation and submission of quarterly and annual accounts for all Funds.
• Ensuring the maintenance and regular updating of general ledgers and financial systems.
• Ensuring timely preparation and distribution of accurate financial reports.
• Identifying deficits/gaps in Funding in collaboration with Planning and Linkages and recommending priority areas.
• Implementing financial management and accounting regulations, systems, and procedures as per the PFMA.
• Ensuring prudent financial management in the Fund.
• Ensuring the Funds’ assets and liabilities are safeguarded and recorded correctly.
• Ensuring the verification of claims received from the claims management office based on prescribed tariffs, verified claims, and benefit package.
• Overseeing the payment of health providers and health facilities for quality health services.
• Mentoring, coaching, and developing staff.

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted via either application portal https://recruitment.sha.go.ke/ or physically delivered to SHA building 10th floor by clearly marking the position applied for on the envelope.

How to submit online applications

• Create an account
• Complete your profile by filling in your details in all the relevant sections
• Click on the vacancies tab
• On the jobs list, click on View Details to access the details of a particular job
• At the bottom section of the job’s detail, click on Apply to submit your application

Physical applications should be addressed to:

The Chairperson
Social Health Authority
P. O Box 30443-00100
Ragati Road
NAIROBI

Interested candidates should submit their applications, including:

• A cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.
• A detailed curriculum vitae.
• Copies of academic and professional certificates.
• Contacts of at least three professional referees.

Applicants must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by submitting valid and current copies of the following:

• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
• Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority.
• Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Report from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

Apply by 19th August, 2025 by 5.00P.M