Case Manager, Active Case Management at Jubilee Insurance
Case Manager, Active Case Management
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Diploma
- Experience2 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldInsurance , Medical / Healthcare
Job Ref. No: JHIL193
Role Purpose
The primary purpose of the Case Manager, Active Case Management is to deliver end-to-end clinical oversight and case management for insured members requiring hospitalization. The role is responsible for ensuring that members receive medically appropriate, high-quality, and costeffective care, while also safeguarding the financial sustainability of the medical scheme. This includes evaluating pre-authorizations, monitoring inpatient admissions and coordinating with healthcare providers. The position requires strong clinical acumen, a deep understanding of medical insurance operations, benefit structures, and regulatory requirements.
Main Responsibilities
Operational
- Make timely decisions on inpatient pre-authorizations and undertakings in line with policy limits and clinical appropriateness.
- Review medical reports and documents to determine coverage and need for treatment.
- Manage 24-hour nurse line operations on a shift basis to support round-the-clock member needs.
- Verify membership eligibility and assess scope of benefits using scheme-specific records.
- Vet and authorize inpatient services
- Liaise with underwriting and provider relations teams to ensure accurate interpretation of benefits and scheme terms.
- Provide responses to client, provider, and internal queries regarding coverage, claim status, or treatment approvals.
- Maintain accurate records for all case-related transactions.
- Track turnaround time for all approvals and ensure timely processing and communication of decisions.
- Support the team in meeting departmental SLAs and KPIs.
Corporate Governance
- Ensure all inpatient authorizations and claims are reviewed and processed in strict adherence to policy provisions and regulatory guidelines.
- Conduct thorough due diligence on approvals and declines, documenting all decisions accurately and consistently.
- Vet all undertaking requests for completeness, validity, and compliance with insurance documentation standards.
- Audit inpatient and outpatient claims to identify inconsistencies or potential fraud.
- Confirm service validity against treatment given, provider rules, and cost thresholds.
- Ensure all care management practices align with national healthcare regulations and medical ethics.
Key Competencies
- Clinical knowledge and ability to interpret medical reports and treatment plans
- Understanding of health insurance policies, benefits, and scheme structures
- Strong case management and utilization review skills
- Analytical thinking and sound decision-making based on clinical and policy guidelines
- Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and benefit adjudication
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging clients, providers, and internal teams
- Customer service orientation with empathy and professionalism
- Negotiation and relationship management skills with service providers and stakeholders
- Knowledge of compliance requirements, medical ethics, and healthcare regulations
- Ability to identify and mitigate fraud, waste, and abuse in claims
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree/Diploma in nursing or clinical medicine, or a related field.
- Professional Nursing qualification KRCHN licensed by Nursing council of Kenya.
- Relevant certifications in case management, healthcare management, or clinical specialties.
Relevant Experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in a similar or equivalent role within a medical insurance environment, with demonstrated expertise in inpatient care coordination, insurance benefit administration, policy interpretation, and pre-authorization processes. Experience in provider engagement will be an added advantage.
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Method of Application
If you are qualified and seeking an exciting new challenge, please apply via Recruitment@jubileekenya.com quoting the Job Reference Number and Position by 22 nd September 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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