JOBS OPPORTUNITY NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE FUND DEC 2013

Introduction:The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) is a statutory Health Insurance Scheme established by Act of Parliament No.9 of 1999, to undertake the responsibility of insuring medical care services to its members.
The Fund commenced its operations in 2001. Its head office is located at, Kurasini (Bendera Tatu) Dar es Salaam, and has branch offices in llolo. Temeke, Kinondoni. Morogoro, Dodoma, Moshi. Arusha, Tanga, Iringa, Mbeya, Rukwa, Ruvuma, Mtwara, Mwanza , Mara, Tabora , Kigoma, Lindi. Singida, Shinyanga, Kibaha, Kagera, Manyara, and Zanzibar; and will soon open other offices in Geita, Njombe, Katavi, and Simiyu.
NHIF now seeks to recruit dynamic, intelligent and result - oriented Tanzanians with high integrity, to fill the following vacancies:

Systems Administrator (1 Post)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Assists in performing database installation and testing. Assists in managing data base server and application tool.
-Performs systems coding, testing and installation of systems and package. Performs testing and maintenance of existing and new systems.
-Develops, adapts and supports user friendly interfaces to computer systems. Performs data cleaning and ensuring data integrity and removing data redundancies.
-Provides software technical support to users.
-Performs staff training in the use of computer systems for their operations. Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
-Degree in Computer Science or equivalent qualifications.
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Claims Officer III (6 Posts)
 Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Undertakes claims processing.
-Coordinates members and providers correspondence on Claims matters and ensures that various queries are replied.
-Analyses rejected claims and processes re-submitted claims.
-Takes part in various researches related to claims administration activities. Maintains proper and up-to-date records of benefits processed and paid. Dispatches claim forms and service providers' cheques.
-Compiles information (inputs) for preparation of various periodic reports on benefits administration matters.
-Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
-University Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Health Economics, Business Administration, Social Security Administration, or equivalent qualifications. Relevant work experience is an added advantage.
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Planning and Investment Officer - One Post
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities
Assists in collection of useful information and data for formulating plans.
Assists in analysis and evaluation of data as basis for formulation of plans. Follows-up financial markets and advises his immediate supervisor accordingly. Maintains records of medical equipment and facilities improvement loans. Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
Degree in Economics, Finance or its equivalent.
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Compliance and Field Operations Officer III- Four Posts
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Receives and compiles information on compliance and prepares various respective reports.
-Follow-up on all potential employers for registration purposes.
-Corresponds with employers on various compliance issues like outstanding statutory contributions, penalties etc.
-Collects statutory contributions and penalties from contributing employers.
-Makes prompt responses to queries and complaints on compliance issues. Initiates and. conducts seminars to employers and members in order to enhance their understanding of the scheme.
-Ensures that employers' files are kept in order and in safe environment.
-Updates and maintains contribution registers.
-Prepares periodic reports on such all activities and submit to the immediate supervisor.
-Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by immediate Supervisor.
Qualifications
-University Degree or its equivalent, preferably in Law, Insurance, Social Security Administration, Business Administration or Management. Relevant work experience is an added advantage.
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Quality Assurance Officer III (6 Posts)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Conduct inspection and supportive supervisions of health facilities.
-Deals with verification and checking of prescriptions.
-Makes researches or market surveys with a view to establishing the actual costs for services, medicines, pharmaceutical items and other medical consumables.
-Initiates accreditation processes for health facilities.   
-Addresses issues related to management of clinical cases or quality aspects. Ensures that the National and Professional Standard Treatment Guidelines and I the Fund's policies, regulations, procedures and standards are adhered to by services providers.
-Attends and addresses members enquiries and complaints
-Attends clinical meetings in accredited facilities
-Prepares and submit work reports to the immediate supervisor
-Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and experience:
-Degree in clinical medicine from a recognized institution
-Licensed Medical Practitioner Certificate from Medical Council of Tanganyika or Medical Council of Zanzibar.
-Work experience at the level of Regional hospital/District hospital or equivalent status.
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Assistant Accountant III (5 Posts)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:

Duties and Responsibilities
-Assists in monitoring expenditure trends.
-Prepares payments in accordance with financial regulations and approved budget.
-Assists in maintaining non-current assets register. Assists in preparing periodic financial reports.
-Prepares payments vouchers in accordance with the laid down policies and procedures.
-Keeps accounting records related to contributions, investment and other income.
-Prepares bank reconciliation.
-Assists in monitoring staff debtors' accounts.
-Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
-University Degree or equivalent qualification majoring in Accounting. Relevant work experience is an added advantage.
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Assistant Internal Auditor(Two Posts)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and responsibilities:
-Participates in audit assignments of the Fund, including pre auditing of providers' claims and Board claims/payments.
-Assists to inspect validity of vouchers, receipts, payments, cheque registers and their respective source documents.
-Assists to check bank reconciliation statements.
-Assists in auditing journals and other accounting entries.
-Participates in inspection of goods/stocks received and verifies stock records in the store.
-Assists to review imprests retired, checking adhere Ace to imprests regulations, validity of receipts (if any) and performing any other related clerical works. Performs other related duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications and experience:
-First degree or equivalent qualification majoring in Accounting.
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Assistant Internal Auditor (2 Posts)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and responsibilities
-Participates in audit assignments of the Fund, including pre auditing of providers' claims and Board claims/payments.
-Assists to inspect validity of vouchers, receipts, payments, cheque registers and their respective source documents.
-Assists to check bank reconciliation statements.
-Assists in auditing journals and other accounting entries.
-Participates in inspection of goods/stocks received and verifies stock records in the store.
-Assists to review imprests retired, checking adhere Ace to imprests regulations, validity of receipts (if any) and performing any other related clerical works. Performs other related duties as may be assigned by immediate supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications and experience
-First degree or equivalent qualification majoring in Accounting.
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Personal Secretary (2 Posts)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Personal assistant to a particular Director or Manager.
-Facilitates the work of the official to whom he/she has been assigned by arranging appointments, preparing documents, handling telephone communication, making bookings etc.
-Deals with routine administrative functions - mail. stationary, filing etc. Undertakes typing work assigned to him/her.
-Handles visitors to the relevant office.
-Ensures cleanliness, safety and security in the relevant office.
-Performs such other related duties as may be assigned by the official or Human Resources and Administration Officer from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
-Certificate in Secretarial Studies from a recognized institution, with. typing speed 50 w.p.m. and shorthand speed of 100 w.p.m. English, Tabulation and manuscript stage III. Must have proven computer skills in at least Ms-Word, Ms¬Excel, Ms-Access, Ms-Publisher, Ms-PowerPoint, Ms-Office. Plus three (3) years work experience in the similar position.
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Receptionist(2 Post)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Introduction:
The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) is a statutory Health Insurance Scheme established by Act of Parliament No.9 of 1999, to undertake the responsibility of insuring medical care services to its members.
The Fund commenced its operations in 2001. Its head office is located at, Kurasini (Bendera Tatu) Dar es Salaam, and has branch offices in llolo. Temeke, Kinondoni. Morogoro, Dodoma, Moshi. Arusha, Tanga, Iringa, Mbeya, Rukwa, Ruvuma, Mtwara, Mwanza , Mara, Tabora , Kigoma, Lindi. Singida, Shinyanga, Kibaha, Kagera, Manyara, and Zanzibar; and will soon open other offices in Geita, Njombe, Katavi, and Simiyu.
NHIF now seeks to recruit dynamic, intelligent and result - oriented Tanzanians with high integrity, to fill the following vacancies:
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Makes and receives telephone calls for staff and transmits messages accordingly
-Screens telephone calls, takes and delivers messages promptly to the respective staff or department
-Keeps detailed and updated records of calls made through switchboard Ensures' that private calls are not called unless under emergency situation Screens visitors and directs them to the respective staff or department. Ensures that all visitors at the reception are attended to promptly Maintains the reception in a neat and professional state at all times
-Keeps alert to any possible security risks (loiterers, mystery bags) and immediately inform the immediate supervisor on any suspicions
-Assists the Administrative Officer to ensure that telephone bills correspond to switchboard usage
-Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor
Qualifications and Experience
-Holder of Diploma in Secretarial Studies, Customer Care, Marketing or Administration from a recognized institution

Quantity Surveyor(1 Post)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
-To prepare in-house Bills and/or Schedules of Quantities of materials, labour and services required in the construction and equipment of building, or engineering works;
-To assist in preparation of tender / contract documents for Fund's building / engineering projects;
-To prepare and value of progress and final payments in connection with any contract or sub-contract;
-To carry out an appraisal of the value of proposed constructions or other structures already erected;
-To provide advice and forecasts about costs;
-To prepare specifications when required so to do;
-To perform risk analysis evaluations;
-To prepare and submit final accounts for Fund's projects;
-To carry out feasibility studies to estimate materials, time and labour costs for Fund's projects;
-To carry out interim payment assessment;
-To advise on legal and contractual matters in cases of dispute in connection with building, or engineering work;
-To advise from time to time on cost management, or value management;
-To monitor each stage of construction to ensure that costs are in line with forecasts;
Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor,
Qualifications and experience
-Advanced Diploma / Degree in Building Economics or its equivalent;
-Must be' registered with the Architects & Quantity Surveyors Registration Board as a Professional Quantity Surveyor;
-Experience:Minimum of 8 years;
-Proven experience in contract / project management; High level experience in Microsoft Office software;
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Driver III (8 Posts)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities
-Drives Fund's motor vehicles Maintains vehicle's Log book Reports motor vehicles defects.
-Provides technical advice regarding motor vehicle maintenance. Observes driving procedures, traffic rules and regulations.
-Ensures the motor vehicle is in clean at all times.
-Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications and Experience
-At least a Certificate of Ordinary Secondary School Education (Form IV) with passes in English and Kiswahili.
-Valid Driving License (Class" C").
-At least 3 years of clean driving experience.
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Membership Officer III(6Posts)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities
-Deals with enrollments and registrations of members and issuance of Membership IDs.
-Facilitates response to members enquires on matters related to their membership.
-Assist with updating and maintenance of membership data. Conducts advocacy to members and potential customers. Follows -up invalid members.
-Facilitate preparations of various periodic reports on status of enrollment, registration and membership.
-Assist with Correspondences With employees and employers on matters concerning enrollment, registration and membership.
-Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
-University degree in social sciences preferably in Insurance, Business Administration, Social Security Administration, Management, Statistics or equivalent qualifications. Knowledge in computer application is essential. Relevant work experience is an added advantage.
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Risk Officer (1 Post)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Communicates the risk management policy. risk management strategy and risk management implementation plan to all stakeholders in the Fund; Continuously conducts risk management process towards best practice; Coordinates risk assessment at corporate/directorates/department/division business unit on a regular basis;
-Assists in developing and implementing risk responses for each identified material risk;
-Participates in the development of the combined assurance plan for the institution. together with internal audit and management.
-Provides information to facilitate overall risk management improvement within the Fund.
-Continuously transfers risk management principles and practices. through training interventions to all stakeholders within the Fund.
-Advises in the development of financing structures.
-Collating and consolidating the results of the various assessments.
-Analyzing the results of the assessment process to identify trends. within the risk control profiles and develop the necessary control interventions to manage these trends.
-Assists in compiling the necessary reports to the Risk Oversight Committee. Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
-University Degree in majoring in Risk Management from a recognized institution Work experience in risk management field in a reputable institution is added advantage.
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Pharmaceutical Services Officer II (6 Posts)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities
-Conducts inspections of accredited pharmacies and ADDOs.
-Deals with verification and checking of prescriptions.
-Makes researches or market surveys with a view to establishing the actual costs I for medicines pharmaceutical items and other medical consumables.
-Initiates accreditation processes for pharmacies and ADDOs .
-Takes measures to solve minor problems arising from management of clinical cases (medicines relates aspects).
-Ensures that the National and Professional Standard Treatment Guidelines and the Fund's policies, regulations, procedures and standards are adhered to by services providers.
-Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
-Bachelor degree in Pharmacy or equivalent qualifications.
-Knowledge in computer. A certificate of internship and registration by the Pharmacy Council are essential.
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Clerk Of Works(4 Posts)
National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF)
Area: Dar Es Salaam
Position Description:
Duties and Responsibilities
-To monitor and evaluate progress of construction works of the Fund's Projects, and supervise all civil and structural components of the projects on behalf of the employer;
-To make sure that the work by the Contractor and consultant is being carried out to the employers standards, specifications and schedule, thus ensuring correctness of the material used as well as workmanship that will guarantee quality work and value for money used; .
-To interpret relevant drawings and written instructions;
-To make visual inspections of the projects;
-To take measurements and samples on the site soas to make sure that the work and materials meet the specifications and quality standards;
-To comply with health and safety regulations and inform the employer and the concerned on the shortfalls observed;
-To keep detailed records of various aspects of work and prepare periodic reports highlighting progress and delays, number and type of works employed, weather conditions, visitors to the site, drawings received, deliveries, instructions and any Significant event;
-To convey meetings convened by project Manager;
-To check and verify levels and other surveys carried out by contractor's surveyor;
-To check the setting of the proposed buildings, external works, parking areas, drainage channels in conjunction with project Architect;
-To take samples for testing of aggregates, reinforcement. sand, concrete blocks and other materials at the direction of the project manager;
-To check reinforcement works before casting;
-To inspect concrete works during casting to ensure quality of mixes;
-To ensure that only approved materials are delivered and used on site
-Ensuring that instructions issued by the consultants are implemented accordingly;
-To ensure that construction work schedules are maintained
-Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications and Experience
-Degree in civil/structural Engineering from a recognized institution/University Registered with Engineers Registration Board as a professional Engineer
-A minimum of ten years experience in supervision of buildings/Civil Engineering works
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Application Instructions:
Terms of contract of service
Successful applicants for the post of Clerk of Works will be employed on two years contract. The contract may be renewed depending on work performance.
General Instructions
All applicants must be able to speak, read and write in both English and Kiswahili.
All applicants must have proven skills of computer applications.
Applicants should be ready to work in any of NHIF offices in the country.
All applicants must be of the age below 36 years old by
Remunerations
Attractive and competitive remuneration package shall be offered to the right candidates.
Handwritten applications attached with current coloured passport size photograph of the applicant, copies of relevant certificates, CV and names and addresses of two referees should reach the undersigned not later than 27th December 2013. Applications should be submitted by post or physically at NHIF Head office located at Kurasini Bendera Tatu, near Tanzania Habours Authority Headquarters, Dar es Salaam. NHIF is an equal opportunity employer.
Director General
National Health Insurance Fund
P.O. Box 11360
Dar Es Salaam
Source:Mwananchi 16th December,2013

Regional Scientist on Agricultural Systems Intensification

Regional Scientist on Agricultural Systems Intensification (Ref: R4D/RS-ASI/12/13)

Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Regional Scientist on Agricultural Systems Intensification.

IITA is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA.

Under the formal supervision of the Central Africa hub Director and the plant production and health Director, and under the day-to-day supervision of the DR Congo Country Representative, the Regional Scientist will undertake the following tasks:

1. Assist in the general management of a project on agricultural systems intensification in D.R. Congo especially in the Maringa-Lopori-Wamba (MLW) landscape in Equateur Province with staff supervision.
2. Generate, update knowledge and information on the analysis of the production environment, the validation of interventions for intensification and the dissemination of best interventions for crops intensification which should lead to peer publication.
3. Act as IITA focal scientist for REDD initiatives in DR Congo and surrounding countries of Central Africa. Undertake climate change activities and collaborate with national REDD programs.
4. Establish and manage ecologically and economically viable protected and community-based natural resource management areas, develop livelihood alternatives through sustainable agriculture as a driver to decrease human pressure on forest.
5. Submit timely quarterly and annual reports as requested by the supervisor.
6. Participate actively in resource mobilization for other projects/activities.
7. Undertake any other duty as requested by the supervisor.

Educational Qualifications:

PhD in Natural Resource Management, Agronomy or related fields with more than two years experience in related fields

Core Competencies:

• Knowledge and skill in crop production, management and cropping systems.
• Knowledge in soil-plant relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to write and publish journal articles.
• Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary and multi-cultural environment.
• Excellent spoken and written English, knowledge of French will be an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of Sub-Saharan Africa, especially central Africa.

Duty station: IITA – Kinshasa, DR Congo

General information: The appointment is for two years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.
Applications: Applications including cover letter, curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Head, Human Resources Service. Please complete our online application form using this link:http://www.iita.org/irs-online-application.

Closing Date: 31st December 2013

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.