Claims Assistant Job in Kenya

Job Title: Life Business – Claims Assistant

Reporting to: 
Manager – Life Business

Job Summary: Coordinate and manage all Claims registration and processing as per the company policies.

Claims Assistant - Duties and Responsibilities
  • Reviewing of documents and pertinent requirements regarding an insurance claim.
  • Ensure that the insurance claim made by the claimant is complete in form and complies with the documentary requirements of an insurance claim.
  • To advice claimants regarding basic matters about their insurance coverage in relation to the insurance claim.
  • Respond to both internal and external claims inquiries concerning benefits, claims process, service providers, and the filing/completion of proper forms.
  • Recording and processing of all claims transactions to ensure they are accurately recorded.
  • Prepare claims registers for claims meetings and update the various claims reports.
  • Prepare initial claim letter and mail to insured, along with appropriate forms for completion. Track and follow up on receipt of necessary forms.
  • Coordinate with the Underwriting department, as necessary.
  • Generally ensuring the highest level of quality customer service in the claims process.
Knowledge, skills and Abilities
  • Computer skills.
  • Good communication Skills.
  • Ability to make decisions and solve problems.
  • Insurance knowledge in underwriting procedures.
Credentials and Experience
  • University degree or an equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • 4 years experience in a busy life claims department.
  • Insurance Professional qualification (ACII, AIIK).
If you meet the above minimum requirements, send your c.v to henry@gakenya.com indicate the position applied for on the email subject line so as to be received on or before 12th July, 2013. 


Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.