Job Vacancies at FEM

• FEM is looking to appoint an Actuarial Analyst at its Head Office within the Finance Department based in Rosebank. The overall objective is to review and interrogate data and reports relating to actuarial and investment aspects of the business, and to oversee FEM’s IFRS 17 implementation projects.
• The successful incumbent’s responsibilities will include but not be limited to the review of data extracted from the operating system which will be used by our external actuarial team in calculating the year end and half-year actuarial reserves, following which a detailed review of these calculated reserves and supporting reports is required.  Similarly, to review and analyze the investment portfolio on a quarterly basis, and assess the investment returns verses benchmarks, as well as performing a more detailed analysis on unlisted investments. In addition, the incumbent will coordinate and lead relevant activities related to the finance work-stream implementation of IFRS 17. The incumbent will participate as a   member of the IFRS 17 Project SteerCo by ensuring that industry best practice is applied which includes managing all stakeholders and ensuring implementation timelines are met. Other aspects of the role include interaction in the annual work performed on the ORSA and the reinsurance renewal.
• The minimum requirements of the position are a bachelor’s degree with a major in Statistics, Actuarial Science or similar. A minimum of 3 years prior work experience in financial services, insurance and/or related industries will be advantageous. Exposure to life or non-life insurance reserving and/or IFRS 17 is ideal. Meticulous attention to detail, quality orientation, excellent customer focus, the ability to work with strict deadlines, reliability and excellent communication complete our requirements.

Closing Date: 

22 March 2023

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• Applications are invited for a Health and Safety Coordinator position. Reporting to the Chief Business Development Officer, the overall objective of this position is to be responsible for Health and Safety (H&S) activities for the benefit of stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Advise FEM management on H&S legislation impacting its business.
• Keeping FEM policyholders informed of new occupational H&S legislation.
• Providing general occupational H&S advice and guidance with the relevant officials.
• Representing FEM on external occupational H&S committees.
• Attend meetings regarding industry occupational H&S matters and governance, and report to the management for noting and passing of related resolutions where necessary.
• Work closely with management teams to drive and improve H&S standards across FEM offices.
• Produce and deliver strategic plans for H&S performance, considering corporate and customer requirements.
• Proactively promote the H&S strategy to drive improvement within the safety performance culture.
• Assist in or lead on, the investigation and management of incidents, providing advice on root cause, best preventative measures and sharing lessons learned.
• Produce management reports as required.
• The minimum requirements of the position are a related degree or diploma in Health and Safety Management with a at least 5 years within the construction industry.  Working knowledge of the requirements of the Construction Regulations and SACPCMP Registration as Manager are essential requirements.
• Further requirements are. in-depth knowledge of the requirements of the OHS Act; analytical abilities coupled with the ability to work independently. Occupational Health & Safety Industry certification will be a distinct advantage. An excellent performance track record, excellent customer focus, reliability and excellent communication abilities complete our requirements.

Closing Date: 

20 March 2023

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• FEM is looking to appoint a Medical Claims Administrator in our Durban Branch Claims Department. The overall objective of the position is to ensure that all registered claims are assessed and administered efficiently and effectively in terms of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act. The position requires the incumbent to have functional computer literacy, good literacy and numeracy skills as well as an excellent performance track record. Knowledge of the COID Act and workman's compensation will be a distinct advantage.
• The minimum requirements of the position are a degree or diploma in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Radiography or any equivalent medical qualification as well as active registration with the respective regulatory professional body. A minimum of 2 to 3 years' experience in a related environment coupled with the ability to demonstrate experience and the ability to speak more than one language are part of our minimum requirements.
• Excellent customer focus, the ability to work in a highly pressurised environment, quality orientation, reliability and excellent communication complete our requirements.

Closing Date: 

17 March 2023

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• FEM is looking to appoint a Rehabilitation Manager in Head Office to assist in the execution of the Rehabilitation and Return to Work program strategy which includes safe discharge planning, re-integration, long-term placement of injured employees and Vocational rehabilitation. The successful applicant will be responsible for the planning and implementation of a comprehensive, coordinated, integrated and cost-effective disability management program for COID beneficiaries.
• Furthermore, the incumbent will also interpret and apply all benefits as prescribed by the COID Act and ensure that execution complies with the statutory requirements and all other relevant legislation. The successful incumbent must have good analytical skills; must think strategically; can establish and execute plans and must be excellent at building relationships and influencing people.
• The minimum requirements are a BSc. Occupational Therapy Honours Degree with a minimum of 5 years post community service experience and at least 3 years vocational rehabilitation experience, ideally in a management or professional capacity in a multi-disciplinary claims environment.
• A good understanding of the budget process, own transport with a valid driver’s license are further essential requirements for the position. Working knowledge of the COID Act, the ability to speak more than one language as well as good report writing skills are requirements of the position.  Excellent customer focus, the ability to work in a highly pressurized environment, quality orientation, reliability and excellent communication complete our requirements.

Closing Date: 

20 March 2023