VACANT POSITIONS IN A LEADING INSURANCE COMPANY
We are a pioneer and one of the largest tier one financial institutions in East Africa with a network of branches spread across the country, offering a full range of insurance products and services. The company is seeking to recruit focused, results-oriented and suitably qualified professionals to fill the following positions:
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Reporting to the Board, the successful candidate will serve as the principal strategy and business development executive of the company and will have ultimate P&L responsibility. S/he will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing short, medium and long-term strategies that will ensure the continued growth and profitability of the company. Specifically, the candidate will:
- Champion the formulation of the company's strategies and ensure implementation.
- Serve as a key brand icon for the company, creating a niche for it in the insurance sector and consistently reinforcing and promoting the corporate brand value and identity.
- Lead the overall business development efforts (including deal sourcing and origination) to ensure the realization of the company's growth aspirations.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and lead the development of relevant strategic alliances.
- Manage the assets, liabilities and human capital of the Company.
- Drive the development of annual operating plans includ¬ing business plans, operational requirements, staffing and budgets to ensure business continuity.
- Take full ownership of the company's financial performance and provide periodic update on it to the Board.
Qualifications experience & attributes:
- A good first degree in any field of study from a reputable tertiary institution. An MBA or any other higher degree will be an added advantage.
- Professional qualification(s) in insurance (e. g ACII) or equivalent.
- Minimum of 20years' post-qualification experience including 10 years' experience in the insurance industry and at least 5 years' experience at executive management level.
- Excellent relationship management and strategic networking skills at the highest level in the private and public sectors.
- Strong understanding of the application of risk management in the context of insurance businesses.
- Sound knowledge of regional and global trends in the insurance industry as well as an understanding of key macroeconomic drivers.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, marketing, planning and organization skills.
How to apply:
To apply, please indicate the position you are applying for as the subject of your email and send your resume (ms-word document saved with your full names), a statement of how you meet our selection criteria, and the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements and abilities to us at;
Email can be sent using apply button below not later than 2weeks from the date of this advertisement.
All applications will be treated in confidence. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Tel: +255 22 2124891/92
Fax: + 255 22 2124244
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