Lifestyle Project Specialist
- Full-time
Company Description
About Kaelo
Kaelo provides essential healthcare solutions ensuring the physical and psychosocial wellbeing of all South Africans towards lasting social change. Kaelo meets the Healthcare needs of Corporate and Retail clients across South Africa – products offerings include Medical Insurance, Medical Aid, Gap Insurance, Kaelo Money and employee assistance programmes.
Job Description
JOB DETAILS
BUSINESS UNIT: Operations - Clinical Support
DATE OF JOB PROFILE: 4 March 2026
FAIS: No
KEY OUTCOMES (not limited to) Level 4 and 5 process elements
KEY RESPONSIBILTIES
- Lead end-to-end project implementation within the EAP and wellness portfolio.
- Develop business requirements specifications (BRS) for new initiatives, platforms, and service enhancements.
- Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (clinical, operations, IT, marketing, finance and others).
- Monitor SLA adherence, utilisation trends, and service quality matrix.
- Analyse data to identify improvement opportunities and drive evidence-based decisions.
- Manage third-party provider relationships and ensure contractual compliance.
- Support the development and enhancement of digital access channels.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Relevant qualification with experience in project management and/or business analysis.
- 3 – 5 years’ experience in project management within EAP, healthcare or wellness environment.
- Strong understanding of the operational workings of the EAP environment.
- Experience drafting BRS and working with IT development teams.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Additional Information
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Strategic thinking and systems orientation
- High attention to detail
- Strong coordination and organisational skills
- Solution-focussed mindset
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects
High emotional intelligence and professionalism.