10 Job Opportunities at NHIF - Deadline 31 May 2017
The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) is a statutory Health
Insurance Scheme established by the NHIF Act, Cap 395, so as to
undertake the responsibility of insuring medical care services to its
members. The Fund is dedicated to providing support to its beneficiaries
to access health services through a wide network of accredited quality
health facilities throughout Tanzania. The NHIF envisions on becoming
the leading Health Insurance Scheme of choice in the sub-Saharan region
in terms of sustainability and quality of services. NHIF is an equal
opportunity employer.
The NHIF Board of Directors invites qualified Tanzanians to fill
executive vacancies here by advertised:
JOB POST NO.1
JOB TITLE: Director of Technical Services
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT: Five (5) years contract renewable
POSITION RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to: Director General
Supervises: Claims Processing Manager, Quality Assurance and Claims
Verification Manager and Regional Managers
JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for the overall management and coordination of activities
pertaining to medical and technical services which includes
accreditation and supportive supervision of health facilities, benefits
administration, quality assurance, claims processing, claims
verification and clinical auditing. He/She is also responsible for
coordination of Regional Offices.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develops policies, regulations and procedures to guide the
administration of benefits to members and service providers
2. Formulates work programmes for the directorate and ensures
implementation of such programmes.
3. Oversees formulation of NHIF/CHF benefits package.
4. Oversees supportive supervision and inspections of health facilities.
5. Oversees claims processing and payment.
6. Sets guidelines for services needing special approval.
7. Oversees the undertaking of clinical auditing on NHIF services and
ensures that the Fund offers high quality and cost effective services to
its members.
8. Formulates research proposals and undertakes operational researches
in the health insurance industry with a view to ensuring that the Fund
occupies a competitive position with regards to offering health
insurance benefits.
9. Oversees complaints and queries related to benefits, and take
measures to minimize the incidence of such complaints.
10. Monitors development in medical science and technology and advices
the Director General on such matters.
11. Undertakes performance appraisal for staff under him/her.
12. Maintains contacts and rapport with stakeholders related to his/her job.
13. Provides periodic reports on the performance of the directorate.
14. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned by Director
General from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Academic/Professional Qualification: A Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine
plus a Master’s Degree in Health Economics, Public Health or Clinical
Medicine. Any medical specialization will be an added advantage. Full
registration with relevant professional Board is mandatory.
Work experience: At least eight years relevant experience, four (4) of
which shall be in managerial position in a reputable organization.
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JOB POST NO. 2
JOB TITLE: Director of Membership Services
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT: Five (5) years contract renewable
POSITION RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to: Director General.
Supervises: Compliance and Membership Manager, Community Health Fund
(CHF) Manager and Customer Service and Communication Manager.
JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for the overall management and coordination of activities
pertaining to membership, compliance, Community Health Fund (CHF), Donor
Funded Projects (DFPs), and customer services. The output of this
position are reflected on the level of membership and contribution
growth in the Fund, CHF improvement, efficient coordination of DFPs and
quality of service rendered to members, employers and service providers.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Oversees all activities related to membership and compliance.
2. Administers operations of the Community Health Fund.
3. Ensures effective systems and procedures for service delivery to
members and other stakeholders.
4. Formulates work programmes for the directorate and supervises their
implementation.
5. Coordinates formulation and review of the Fund’s operational
policies/manuals, regulations, rules and procedures with a view to
guiding and enhancing the registration of members, management of
identity cards and collection of contributions.
6. Develops various operational policies, manuals and guidelines
regarding CHF operations.
7. Identifies contacts and discusses with potential project sponsors,
advisers and agents on possibilities of initiating development
projects/activities related to CHF and/or donor funded projects.
8. Monitors Market development in order to project membership growth.
9. Undertakes measures to ensure that there is an effective coordination
and communication between the Fund and its members, employers and
service providers.
10. Oversees the maintenance of proper and up-to-date records and
statistics of all membership and compliance activities and prepare
periodic reports on the status thereof.
11. Maintains contacts and rapport with stakeholders related to his/her job.
12. Undertakes performance appraisal for staff under him/her.
13. Prepares periodic reports on the performance of the directorate
14. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned by Director
General from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Academic/Professional qualification: A Masters’ degree preferably in
Economics/Management/Administration/Social Security Administration or
equivalent qualifications.
Work experience: At least eight (8) years relevant experience, four (4)
of which shall be in managerial position in a reputable organization.
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JOB POST No. 3
JOB TITLE: Director of Finance and Investments*
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT: Five (5) years contract renewable
POSITION RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to : Director General
Supervises: Chief Accountant and Investments Manager
JOB PURPOSE:
Director of Finance, Accounts and Investments is the overall in-charge
of the directorate of responsible for all financial, accounting and
investments functions of the Fund. Custodian of the Fund’s assets and
chief the advisor of the Director General on the matters of finance,
accounts and investment in the Fund. The output of this position is
reflected in the standards of financial and investment management
towards achieving strategic organizational objectives.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Formulates work programs for the directorate and supervise
implementation of the same.
2. Develops policies, manuals and procedures for effective and efficient
execution of finance, accounting and investment functions in the Fund.
3. Oversees all accounting operations and maintain the Fund’s accounting
books in accordance with current accounting conventions and legal
requirements.
4. Oversees maintenance and keep the register of noncurrent assets up-
to- date and of all other accounting documents.
5. Supervises preparation of annual accounts to be audited in accordance
with legal requirements, and assists the auditors in carrying out their
work.
6. Oversees prudent management of sources and application of funds and
maintains proper record of such sources and application.
7. Ensures preparation of investment plans and ensures that such plans
are adhered to.
8. Ensures the preparation of annual plans and budgets and monitors the
implementation of such plans and budgets.
9. Establishes a system for investment of funds and ensure that an
effective investment policy exists and is adhered to.
10. Oversees preparation of feasibility studies, performance monitoring,
project management and evaluation in accordance with investment systems
and policies.
11. Makes all technical decisions on matters related to his/her job.
12. Makes contacts and maintain rapport with stakeholders in the
financial sector.
13. Undertakes performance appraisal for staff under him/her.
14. Prepares periodic reports on the performance of the directorate.
15. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned Director
General from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Academic Qualification: A Masters’ Degree in Accounting/Finance or
related field of study, must be a holder of CPA (T) or equivalent
professional qualifications and be registered with NBAA as Associate
Certified Public Accountant.
Work experience: At least eight years relevant experience, four (4) of
which shall be in managerial position in a reputable organization.
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JOB POST NO. 4
JOB TITLE: Director of Human Resources and Administration*
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT: Five (5) years contract renewable
POSITION RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to: Director General
Supervises: Human Resource Manager and Administration Manager
JOB PURPOSE:
Overall in-charge of the Directorate responsible for human resource
management and administration services in the Fund and Chief advisor of
the Director General on such matters. The output of this position is
reflected in the best practices of human resource management, quality of
administration services in the Fund and the level of compliance to Laws,
Rules and Regulations governing public service in general and the Fund
in particular.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Oversees the formulation of work programs for the directorate and
supervises implementation of the same.
2. Oversees the formulation and reviewing of human resource and
administration policies and regulations and ensure adherence of the same.
3. Ensures that the Fund has quality and optimal human resource through
proper planning, establishment, recruitment and retention scheme.
4. Oversees all functions of human resource management in accordance
with applicable laws and the Fund’s policies and regulations.
5. Oversees all administration functions in the Fund in accordance with
applicable laws and the Fund’s policies and regulations.
6. Oversees industrial relations and ensures that the Fund is properly
represented on employee related matters.
7. Ensures maintenance of staff discipline, security, peace and order in
the Fund.
8. Ensures coordination of performance appraisals of all staff of the Fund.
9. Makes all technical decisions related to the activities of the
Directorate.
10. Makes contacts and maintains rapport with stakeholders related to
his/her job.
11. Oversees the preparations of periodic reports on the performance of
the directorate.
12. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned by Director
General from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Academic Qualification:
A Masters’ Degree in Human Resource Management/Business Administration
or equivalent qualifications
Work experience:
At least eight years relevant experience, four (4) of which shall be in
managerial position in a reputable organization.
===========
JOB POST NO. 5
JOB TITLE: Director of Information Systems
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT: Five (5) years contract renewable
POSITION RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to: Director General
Supervises: Systems Development Manager and Infrastructure Support Manager
JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for overall management and coordination of Information
Technology and Information Systems of the Fund and chief advisor of the
Director General on such matters. The output of this position is
reflected in the level and quality of computerization of operations,
management of information systems and data security in the Fund.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Formulates information and communication technology (ICT) policies,
regulations, procedures and guidelines.
2. Formulates work programmes for the directorate and supervises their
implementations.
3. Researches on the development of ICT with the view of coping with
changes.
4. Monitors the performance of systems with a view to taking steps to
prevent possible problems.
5. Designs corporate ICT security and disaster recovery plan and ensure
its adherence.
6. Facilitates the application of modern information technology in all
aspects of the Fund’s management.
7. Oversees the installation and maintenance of systems and network
administration.
8. Provides specifications for procurement of suitable ICT equipment and
consumables.
9. Facilitates training of staff in the use of various ICT systems
acquired by the Fund.
10. Makes technical decisions related to the activities of the directorate.
11. Makes contacts and maintains rapport with stakeholders related to
his/her job.
12. Undertakes performance appraisals for staff under him/her.
13. Prepares periodic reports on the status of the directorate.
14. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned by Director
General from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Academic Qualification: A Master’s Degree in Computer
Science/Information Technology or equivalent qualifications.
Work experience:
At least eight years relevant experience, four (4) of which shall be in
managerial position in a reputable organization.
REMUNERATIONS
All posts carry an attractive remuneration package in accordance with
the NHIF Schemes of Service and Staff Regulations.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TO ALL APPLICANTS
(a) An applicant must:
• be a citizen of Tanzania;
• be fluent in both written and spoken Kiswahili and English languages;
• be below the age of 50;
• be a person with high level of integrity proven by a good track record;
• have practiced leadership position in a reputable organization,
• be experienced in social security or health financing or heath care
systems.
(b) Essential Skills and competencies:
• Good working knowledge of ICT Applications;
• excellent interpersonal skills;
• ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing;
• good analytical and problem solving skills.
(c) Desirable personal attributes: The aspirant for any of these posts
should be a person who leads by examples, inspires others, encourages
risk- taking, fosters team work, leverages diversity, focuses on
results, discovers and pursue opportunities, is persistent and able to
lead change.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested persons who meet the qualifications given above are required
to submit their well written application letters enclosing certified
copies of academic and professional certificates, a detailed CV with one
current colored, passport size photograph of applicant attached on the
first page of the CV.
Referees
The applicant should provide three names of his/her referees in the CV,
indicating their telephone numbers, e-mails, postal and physical
addresses. One referee must be from the current/ latest employer.
Deadline of application
Deadline of application is Tuesday 31st May 2017, 4.00 pm
Application address
Application shall be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on
top “RECRUITMENT” by post or physically to the following address:
APPLY ONLINE THROUGH
The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) is a statutory Health
Insurance Scheme established by the NHIF Act, Cap 395, so as to
undertake the responsibility of insuring medical care services to its
members. The Fund is dedicated to providing support to its beneficiaries
to access health services through a wide network of accredited quality
health facilities throughout Tanzania. The NHIF envisions on becoming
the leading Health Insurance Scheme of choice in the sub-Saharan region
in terms of sustainability and quality of services. NHIF is an equal
opportunity employer.
The NHIF Board of Directors invites qualified Tanzanians to fill
executive vacancies here by advertised:
JOB POST NO.1
JOB TITLE: Director of Technical Services
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT: Five (5) years contract renewable
POSITION RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to: Director General
Supervises: Claims Processing Manager, Quality Assurance and Claims
Verification Manager and Regional Managers
JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for the overall management and coordination of activities
pertaining to medical and technical services which includes
accreditation and supportive supervision of health facilities, benefits
administration, quality assurance, claims processing, claims
verification and clinical auditing. He/She is also responsible for
coordination of Regional Offices.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develops policies, regulations and procedures to guide the
administration of benefits to members and service providers
2. Formulates work programmes for the directorate and ensures
implementation of such programmes.
3. Oversees formulation of NHIF/CHF benefits package.
4. Oversees supportive supervision and inspections of health facilities.
5. Oversees claims processing and payment.
6. Sets guidelines for services needing special approval.
7. Oversees the undertaking of clinical auditing on NHIF services and
ensures that the Fund offers high quality and cost effective services to
its members.
8. Formulates research proposals and undertakes operational researches
in the health insurance industry with a view to ensuring that the Fund
occupies a competitive position with regards to offering health
insurance benefits.
9. Oversees complaints and queries related to benefits, and take
measures to minimize the incidence of such complaints.
10. Monitors development in medical science and technology and advices
the Director General on such matters.
11. Undertakes performance appraisal for staff under him/her.
12. Maintains contacts and rapport with stakeholders related to his/her job.
13. Provides periodic reports on the performance of the directorate.
14. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned by Director
General from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Academic/Professional Qualification: A Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine
plus a Master’s Degree in Health Economics, Public Health or Clinical
Medicine. Any medical specialization will be an added advantage. Full
registration with relevant professional Board is mandatory.
Work experience: At least eight years relevant experience, four (4) of
which shall be in managerial position in a reputable organization.
============
JOB POST NO. 2
JOB TITLE: Director of Membership Services
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT: Five (5) years contract renewable
POSITION RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to: Director General.
Supervises: Compliance and Membership Manager, Community Health Fund
(CHF) Manager and Customer Service and Communication Manager.
JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for the overall management and coordination of activities
pertaining to membership, compliance, Community Health Fund (CHF), Donor
Funded Projects (DFPs), and customer services. The output of this
position are reflected on the level of membership and contribution
growth in the Fund, CHF improvement, efficient coordination of DFPs and
quality of service rendered to members, employers and service providers.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Oversees all activities related to membership and compliance.
2. Administers operations of the Community Health Fund.
3. Ensures effective systems and procedures for service delivery to
members and other stakeholders.
4. Formulates work programmes for the directorate and supervises their
implementation.
5. Coordinates formulation and review of the Fund’s operational
policies/manuals, regulations, rules and procedures with a view to
guiding and enhancing the registration of members, management of
identity cards and collection of contributions.
6. Develops various operational policies, manuals and guidelines
regarding CHF operations.
7. Identifies contacts and discusses with potential project sponsors,
advisers and agents on possibilities of initiating development
projects/activities related to CHF and/or donor funded projects.
8. Monitors Market development in order to project membership growth.
9. Undertakes measures to ensure that there is an effective coordination
and communication between the Fund and its members, employers and
service providers.
10. Oversees the maintenance of proper and up-to-date records and
statistics of all membership and compliance activities and prepare
periodic reports on the status thereof.
11. Maintains contacts and rapport with stakeholders related to his/her job.
12. Undertakes performance appraisal for staff under him/her.
13. Prepares periodic reports on the performance of the directorate
14. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned by Director
General from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Academic/Professional qualification: A Masters’ degree preferably in
Economics/Management/Administration/Social Security Administration or
equivalent qualifications.
Work experience: At least eight (8) years relevant experience, four (4)
of which shall be in managerial position in a reputable organization.
===========
JOB POST No. 3
JOB TITLE: Director of Finance and Investments*
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT: Five (5) years contract renewable
POSITION RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to : Director General
Supervises: Chief Accountant and Investments Manager
JOB PURPOSE:
Director of Finance, Accounts and Investments is the overall in-charge
of the directorate of responsible for all financial, accounting and
investments functions of the Fund. Custodian of the Fund’s assets and
chief the advisor of the Director General on the matters of finance,
accounts and investment in the Fund. The output of this position is
reflected in the standards of financial and investment management
towards achieving strategic organizational objectives.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Formulates work programs for the directorate and supervise
implementation of the same.
2. Develops policies, manuals and procedures for effective and efficient
execution of finance, accounting and investment functions in the Fund.
3. Oversees all accounting operations and maintain the Fund’s accounting
books in accordance with current accounting conventions and legal
requirements.
4. Oversees maintenance and keep the register of noncurrent assets up-
to- date and of all other accounting documents.
5. Supervises preparation of annual accounts to be audited in accordance
with legal requirements, and assists the auditors in carrying out their
work.
6. Oversees prudent management of sources and application of funds and
maintains proper record of such sources and application.
7. Ensures preparation of investment plans and ensures that such plans
are adhered to.
8. Ensures the preparation of annual plans and budgets and monitors the
implementation of such plans and budgets.
9. Establishes a system for investment of funds and ensure that an
effective investment policy exists and is adhered to.
10. Oversees preparation of feasibility studies, performance monitoring,
project management and evaluation in accordance with investment systems
and policies.
11. Makes all technical decisions on matters related to his/her job.
12. Makes contacts and maintain rapport with stakeholders in the
financial sector.
13. Undertakes performance appraisal for staff under him/her.
14. Prepares periodic reports on the performance of the directorate.
15. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned Director
General from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Academic Qualification: A Masters’ Degree in Accounting/Finance or
related field of study, must be a holder of CPA (T) or equivalent
professional qualifications and be registered with NBAA as Associate
Certified Public Accountant.
Work experience: At least eight years relevant experience, four (4) of
which shall be in managerial position in a reputable organization.
===========
JOB POST NO. 4
JOB TITLE: Director of Human Resources and Administration*
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT: Five (5) years contract renewable
POSITION RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to: Director General
Supervises: Human Resource Manager and Administration Manager
JOB PURPOSE:
Overall in-charge of the Directorate responsible for human resource
management and administration services in the Fund and Chief advisor of
the Director General on such matters. The output of this position is
reflected in the best practices of human resource management, quality of
administration services in the Fund and the level of compliance to Laws,
Rules and Regulations governing public service in general and the Fund
in particular.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Oversees the formulation of work programs for the directorate and
supervises implementation of the same.
2. Oversees the formulation and reviewing of human resource and
administration policies and regulations and ensure adherence of the same.
3. Ensures that the Fund has quality and optimal human resource through
proper planning, establishment, recruitment and retention scheme.
4. Oversees all functions of human resource management in accordance
with applicable laws and the Fund’s policies and regulations.
5. Oversees all administration functions in the Fund in accordance with
applicable laws and the Fund’s policies and regulations.
6. Oversees industrial relations and ensures that the Fund is properly
represented on employee related matters.
7. Ensures maintenance of staff discipline, security, peace and order in
the Fund.
8. Ensures coordination of performance appraisals of all staff of the Fund.
9. Makes all technical decisions related to the activities of the
Directorate.
10. Makes contacts and maintains rapport with stakeholders related to
his/her job.
11. Oversees the preparations of periodic reports on the performance of
the directorate.
12. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned by Director
General from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Academic Qualification:
A Masters’ Degree in Human Resource Management/Business Administration
or equivalent qualifications
Work experience:
At least eight years relevant experience, four (4) of which shall be in
managerial position in a reputable organization.
===========
JOB POST NO. 5
JOB TITLE: Director of Information Systems
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT: Five (5) years contract renewable
POSITION RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to: Director General
Supervises: Systems Development Manager and Infrastructure Support Manager
JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for overall management and coordination of Information
Technology and Information Systems of the Fund and chief advisor of the
Director General on such matters. The output of this position is
reflected in the level and quality of computerization of operations,
management of information systems and data security in the Fund.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Formulates information and communication technology (ICT) policies,
regulations, procedures and guidelines.
2. Formulates work programmes for the directorate and supervises their
implementations.
3. Researches on the development of ICT with the view of coping with
changes.
4. Monitors the performance of systems with a view to taking steps to
prevent possible problems.
5. Designs corporate ICT security and disaster recovery plan and ensure
its adherence.
6. Facilitates the application of modern information technology in all
aspects of the Fund’s management.
7. Oversees the installation and maintenance of systems and network
administration.
8. Provides specifications for procurement of suitable ICT equipment and
consumables.
9. Facilitates training of staff in the use of various ICT systems
acquired by the Fund.
10. Makes technical decisions related to the activities of the directorate.
11. Makes contacts and maintains rapport with stakeholders related to
his/her job.
12. Undertakes performance appraisals for staff under him/her.
13. Prepares periodic reports on the status of the directorate.
14. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned by Director
General from time to time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Academic Qualification: A Master’s Degree in Computer
Science/Information Technology or equivalent qualifications.
Work experience:
At least eight years relevant experience, four (4) of which shall be in
managerial position in a reputable organization.
REMUNERATIONS
All posts carry an attractive remuneration package in accordance with
the NHIF Schemes of Service and Staff Regulations.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TO ALL APPLICANTS
(a) An applicant must:
• be a citizen of Tanzania;
• be fluent in both written and spoken Kiswahili and English languages;
• be below the age of 50;
• be a person with high level of integrity proven by a good track record;
• have practiced leadership position in a reputable organization,
• be experienced in social security or health financing or heath care
systems.
(b) Essential Skills and competencies:
• Good working knowledge of ICT Applications;
• excellent interpersonal skills;
• ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing;
• good analytical and problem solving skills.
(c) Desirable personal attributes: The aspirant for any of these posts
should be a person who leads by examples, inspires others, encourages
risk- taking, fosters team work, leverages diversity, focuses on
results, discovers and pursue opportunities, is persistent and able to
lead change.
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested persons who meet the qualifications given above are required
to submit their well written application letters enclosing certified
copies of academic and professional certificates, a detailed CV with one
current colored, passport size photograph of applicant attached on the
first page of the CV.
Referees
The applicant should provide three names of his/her referees in the CV,
indicating their telephone numbers, e-mails, postal and physical
addresses. One referee must be from the current/ latest employer.
Deadline of application
Deadline of application is Tuesday 31st May 2017, 4.00 pm
Application address
Application shall be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on
top “RECRUITMENT” by post or physically to the following address:
APPLY ONLINE THROUGH
OR
The Board Chairperson,
Attention: Recruitment Committee,
National Health Insurance Fund,
Kurasini Bendera Tatu,
P. O. Box 11360,
DAR ES SALAAM.
NB: This advertisement is also available at our website: www.nhif.or.tz