JKUAT Enterprises Limited invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals to fill several vacant positions based in Nairobi, Kenya. The organization is seeking competent professionals who can effectively support its operational, financial, insurance, and security functions in line with established policies and procedures. These opportunities are open to candidates who demonstrate strong technical capability, integrity, accountability, and the ability to work within structured institutional environments.
This job advertisement is intended for publication on third-party job boards and provides comprehensive information on the available roles, including duties and responsibilities. Interested candidates are encouraged to review each position carefully and submit their applications within the stipulated timeline.
Available Positions
- Accountant II (23 Positions)
Reference Number: VA/2/12/2025
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya - Insurance Officer II (2 Positions)
Reference Number: VA/3/12/2025
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya - Security Officer (5 Positions)
Reference Number: VA/4/12/2025
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
All positions are based in Nairobi, Kenya, and applications must be submitted within the indicated application period.
Position One: Accountant II (23 Positions)
Role Overview
The Accountant II position is a technical and operational accounting role responsible for supporting the organization’s financial management processes. The role focuses on accurate financial record-keeping, compliance with accounting standards, preparation of financial reports, and support in budgetary and audit functions. Individuals appointed to this role will work under established financial policies and supervision while contributing to efficient financial operations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Accountant II will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date accounting records in accordance with approved accounting standards and organizational policies. This includes posting financial transactions into accounting systems, ensuring that all financial entries are properly supported, coded, and authorized.
The role involves preparing periodic financial statements, management reports, and schedules required for internal review and external reporting. The officer will assist in compiling monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.
The Accountant II will participate in budget preparation and monitoring processes. This includes tracking budget allocations, monitoring expenditure against approved budgets, identifying variances, and providing explanations to support management decision-making.
Another key responsibility is the processing of payments and receipts. The role entails verifying payment requests, preparing payment vouchers, processing invoices, and ensuring that all payments are made in accordance with approved procedures. The officer will also ensure that receipts are properly recorded and reconciled.
The Accountant II will assist in bank reconciliations and the reconciliation of various ledger accounts. This involves identifying discrepancies, investigating variances, and proposing corrective actions in a timely manner.
The role includes supporting audit activities by providing required documentation and explanations to internal and external auditors. The officer will ensure that financial records are properly maintained and readily available for audit review.
The Accountant II will be involved in asset management processes, including maintaining asset registers, recording asset acquisitions and disposals, and supporting periodic asset verification exercises.
The position also requires ensuring compliance with statutory financial obligations. This includes supporting the preparation of statutory returns, remittances, and financial disclosures as required under applicable regulations.
Additional duties include supporting revenue management processes, assisting in financial data analysis, and performing any other accounting-related tasks as assigned by supervisors in line with organizational objectives.
Position Two: Insurance Officer II (2 Positions)
Role Overview
The Insurance Officer II position focuses on the management and administration of insurance-related matters within the organization. The role supports risk mitigation by ensuring that organizational assets, operations, and personnel are adequately insured and that insurance policies are effectively administered. The officer works within established guidelines to manage insurance portfolios, claims, and liaison with insurance service providers.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Insurance Officer II will be responsible for managing the organization’s insurance policies, ensuring that all policies are current, adequate, and aligned with identified risks. This includes maintaining an updated inventory of insurance covers and policy documentation.
The role involves coordinating insurance renewals, policy endorsements, and adjustments. The officer will monitor policy expiry dates and initiate renewal processes in good time to avoid lapses in coverage.
The Insurance Officer II will handle insurance claims management. This includes receiving and documenting claims, verifying claim details, preparing claim submissions, and following up with insurers to ensure timely settlement.
Another key responsibility is liaising with insurance companies, brokers, loss assessors, and other relevant stakeholders. The officer will act as the primary contact point for insurance-related communication and coordination.
The role includes advising internal departments on insurance matters, including coverage requirements, claim procedures, and risk mitigation measures. The officer will provide guidance to ensure that insurance processes are followed correctly across the organization.
The Insurance Officer II will participate in risk assessment activities by identifying potential insurable risks and recommending appropriate insurance solutions. This involves working with relevant departments to assess operational risks and propose mitigation strategies.
The position requires maintaining accurate insurance records, including policy schedules, premium payments, claims history, and correspondence. Proper record management is essential to support audits and management reporting.
The officer will support compliance with insurance-related statutory and contractual obligations. This includes ensuring that insurance arrangements meet regulatory requirements and contractual commitments.
Additional responsibilities include preparing insurance-related reports for management, monitoring insurance costs, and performing any other duties related to insurance administration as assigned.
Position Three: Security Officer (5 Positions)
Role Overview
The Security Officer position is responsible for safeguarding the organization’s premises, personnel, visitors, and assets. The role focuses on maintaining a secure environment through vigilance, access control, surveillance, and enforcement of security procedures. Security Officers are expected to uphold discipline, professionalism, and adherence to established security protocols at all times.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Security Officer will be responsible for controlling access to organizational premises. This includes monitoring entry and exit points, verifying identification, and ensuring that only authorized individuals gain access to restricted areas.
The role involves conducting regular patrols of the premises to deter, detect, and report security threats. The officer will monitor buildings, equipment, and surrounding areas to identify suspicious activities or safety hazards.
The Security Officer will be tasked with monitoring and operating security equipment such as surveillance cameras, alarm systems, and communication devices, where applicable. Any irregularities observed through these systems must be promptly reported.
The position requires responding to security incidents, emergencies, and alarms in a timely and professional manner. This includes taking appropriate action to contain incidents, protect lives and property, and notify relevant authorities or supervisors.
The Security Officer will be responsible for maintaining occurrence books and security reports. Accurate documentation of incidents, observations, and daily activities is a key requirement of the role.
The role includes enforcing organizational security policies, procedures, and guidelines. The officer will ensure compliance with safety and security rules by staff, visitors, and contractors.
The Security Officer will assist in crowd control, traffic management, and escort duties as required. This may include guiding visitors, supervising events, and ensuring orderly movement within the premises.
The position also involves participating in emergency preparedness activities, including drills and response planning. The officer will support evacuation procedures and emergency response efforts when required.
Additional duties include protecting organizational assets from theft, vandalism, or misuse, reporting maintenance or safety issues observed during patrols, and performing any other security-related tasks assigned by supervisors.
Application Information
These positions are open to qualified candidates who meet the role requirements and are available to work in Nairobi, Kenya. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit their applications in accordance with the instructions provided on the job posting platform.
Applicants should ensure that they clearly indicate the position title and reference number for the role they are applying for. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further stages of the recruitment process.
The organization is committed to fair and transparent recruitment practices and encourages applications from eligible candidates who can contribute positively to its operations.
