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PHILIP ODAGA

SENIOR REGISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Kisumu,231

Summary

Experienced Registration and Compliance Officer with over 25 years of service at NHIF. Worked in various NHIF Branches including Malindi, Mombasa, Kitengela, and currently Kisumu. Skilled in developing and implementing effective registration and compliance strategies for employers and employees across different sectors. Adept at designing and executing revenue collection strategies. Training in investigation and Prosecution from Kenya School of Law has provided expertise in operational strategy development, monitoring, and review, particularly in the area of debt collection for defaulting employers. Engages stakeholders to achieve set targets in beneficiary management while ensuring proper management of employer and individual member accounts. Implements strategies to enhance membership and revenue growth, including policies for nationwide service accessibility. Successfully entrenched Universal Health Coverage (UHC) principles within the Fund at the branch level. Trained Information Management Systems Auditor with a strong background in Information Security Management System (ISO/IEC 27001:2022), Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015), and Occupational Health and Safety Management System (ISO 45001:2018). Excels in leading audits, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications

Work History

REGISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER

NHIF
KISUMU, Kisumu
04.2016 - Current
  • Responsible for Beneficiary Enrolment, Compliance Enforcement, Revenue Collection and Customer Experience Management
  • Assisted with internal audits for ISO Standards ISO 9001:2015,ISO/IEC/ 2701;2022 and ISO 45001:2018.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs to increase employer/Employee awareness of benefit packages under NHIF.
  • Reduced the risk of financial risks by conducting thorough hospital bed surveillance on a regular basis.
  • Investigation and Prosecution of non compliant Employers

REGISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER

NHIF
Kitengela, Kajiado County
05.2011 - 04.2016
  • Developing and Implementing Registration and Compliance Strategies: Designed and executed registration, compliance enforcement, and revenue collection strategies for employers and employees across various sectors, including public, private, and informal
  • Spearheading negotiations and managing Enhanced Medical Schemes and ensuring compliance with NHIF Act, related policies, and legislation
  • Operational Strategy Development and Monitoring: Led the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of sustainable operational strategies related to Beneficiary Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Engaged stakeholders to enhance the achievement of set targets in beneficiary management
  • Ensured both employer and individual member accounts are managed appropriately
  • Membership and Revenue Growth: Developed and implemented strategies to enhance membership and revenue growth
  • Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Implementation: Overseen the entrenchment of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) principles within the Fund at Branch Level
  • Investigation and prosecution of non compliant employers

REGISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER

NHIF
MOMBASA, Mombasa District
08.2001 - 04.2011

a) Customer pulse: Mapped out what matters most to NHIF Customers and their pain points. Implemented robust customer feedback mechanisms, such

as surveys, interviews, focus groups, etc. to gather insights and drive data-

driven decision-making.

b) Strategy: Developed and implemented a customer retention framework

c) Internal customer training: Developed and delivered training programs to educate employees at Branch levels about the importance of customer

acquisition, retention and empower them to deliver exceptional customer experiences.

d) Stakeholder management: Identified and coordinated relevant stakeholders to ensure the achievement of Front Office goals – this includes forming a

steering committee, setting a regular meeting cadence etc. to ensure the progression and achievement of goals.

e) Champion innovative thinking: Developed and implemented innovative approaches to providing customers with a top-tier experience at NHIF.

e) Industry Trends: Stayed abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in customer experience management, and leverage insights to continuously elevate approaches to customer retention and satisfaction through driving innovation and client experience.

Clerical Officer

NHIF
Malindi, Kilifi County
09.1999 - 07.2001
  • ) Acted as main link between NHIF and the customers and ensured an effective communication and mutual understanding of NHIF product.
  • Streamlined office supply inventory tracking systems resulting in reduced costs and improved availability of necessary resources for staff members.
  • Demonstrated versatility in handling diverse clerical tasks including scheduling appointments, answering phones proper filling system
  • Prepared comprehensive reports for senior management, providing valuable insights for informed decision-making processes.
  • Improved office efficiency by streamlining document filing systems and managing electronic records.

Education

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT - SUPPLIES AND PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT OPTION

MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY
THIKA
04.2016 - 12.2019

DIPLOMA - DIPLOMA IN BUSINES MANAGEMENT

UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
NAIROBI
01.2002 - 01.2002

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION - SECONDARY CERTIFICATE

MENENGAI HIGH SCHOOL
NAKURU
01.1983 - 12.1994

Skills

  • Risk Management Assessment

  • Client Relations Management

Strategic Decision-Making

Team Management

Data Management Expertise

Strong Communication Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Teamwork and collaboration

Strategic Negotiation Skills

Risk Analysis Expertise

Strong Communication Skills

Certification

INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM INTERNAL AUDITOR (ISO/IEC 27001:2022)-KENYA BUREAU OS STANDARDS

Timeline

REGISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER

NHIF
04.2016 - Current

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT - SUPPLIES AND PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT OPTION

MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY
04.2016 - 12.2019

REGISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER

NHIF
05.2011 - 04.2016

DIPLOMA - DIPLOMA IN BUSINES MANAGEMENT

UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
01.2002 - 01.2002

REGISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER

NHIF
08.2001 - 04.2011

Clerical Officer

NHIF
09.1999 - 07.2001

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION - SECONDARY CERTIFICATE

MENENGAI HIGH SCHOOL
01.1983 - 12.1994
PHILIP ODAGASENIOR REGISTRATION AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER