Pension Assistant II at Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI)

Kenya Forestry Research Institute

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
The Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) is a state corporation established in 1986 and mandated to undertake research in forestry and allied natural resources. The institute conducts research and development activities under five thematic areas namely: Forest productivity and Improvement; Biodiversity and Environment Management; Forest Products Develop…Pension Assistant IIJob purpose
  • This position is responsible for providing general support in the administration of the Scheme.
Job specificationsThe duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:-
  • Undertaking clerical activities in the Secretariat;
  • Receiving, examining and verifying pension related claims;
  • Assisting in maintenance of benefit payment records;
  • Attending to pension related enquiries and escalating where necessary;
  • Assisting in preparation of Scheme ledgers, cash-books and vote book;
  • Assisting in maintenance of fixed assets register;
  • Keeping track of new members and ensuring they fill nomination of beneficiary forms;
  • Assisting in maintenance of the member register;
  • Assisting in receiving, issuing and depositing of cheques; and
  • Signing performance contract with the Trust Secretary.
Requirements for appointmentFor appointment to the grade of Pension Assistant II, a candidate must have:
  • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum grade of C-(Minus) or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
  • Certificate in Records Management/ Certificate in Accounting or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
  • Certificate in computer applications; and
  • Fulfil the requirement of chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.
Key Competencies and skills
  • Problem solving skills;
  • Good communication skills both written and verbal;
  • Interpersonal skills; and
  • Team player.
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