Insurance Brokerage Company Jobs in Kenya

Exciting career opportunities in the insurance industry

Our client, a newly-established Insurance Brokerage Company, has vacancies in the following positions.

1. Job Title: Regional Manager
(2 Positions: Coast and Western Regions)

Job purpose

To oversee all the company’s operations within the region; including overall administration, development and implementation of appropriate marketing strategies and liaison with clients and all stakeholders in the region; and subsequent reporting to the head office.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

Leadership in and oversight of all marketing activities in the region, in close consultation with the General Manager, including identifying and closing regional cross-selling opportunities;
overseeing all underwriting activities of the company within the region;
pricing of new and renewal business in the region in accordance with strategy utilizing underwriting guidelines and premium targets;
preparation of relevant reports and filing of returns to the head office;
developing relevant documentation, intermediary and client service policies, systems and procedures to support the company’s regional operations;
managing ongoing account activity relationships through the deployment of appropriate interpersonal skills and advanced negotiation skills; and
representing the company at industry-focused events within the region.
Minimum Academic qualifications:
Bachelor of Commerce Degree, Insurance Option or its equivalent.ACII/AIIKDiploma in Marketing will be an added advantage5 years working experience within the insurance industry with demonstrated understanding of insurance underwriting parameters, initiative, judgement, drive and ability to produce results with minimum supervision.2. Job Title: Accountant
(1 Position: Head Office)

Job Purpose

To oversee the duties and responsibilities of the accounting function, both at the headquarters and in the regions including; preparing journal entries; maintaining balance sheet schedules and ledgers; preparing account and bank reconciliations; monthly business closings and account analysis.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts;prepare,consolidate and control annual budget;
maintain all books of accounts;
prepare general operations ledger;journal entries;
monthly business closings and monthly financial statements;
accounts receivable and accounts payable;
account/bank reconciliations; control all expenditures as per budgets;
forecast premium collection to facilitate financial planning;
oversee tax computations and returns;
payroll administration;
facilitation of the audit process; document all accounting information;
keep custody of all accountable documents;
develop and enforce internal financial controls and procedures.Minimum Academic qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Commerce, Accounting option or its equivalent.Work Experience:

5 Years work experience with sound knowledge of accounting principles and practices; financial reporting; technical accounting skills; previous experience of general accounting; and proficiency in relevant accounting software.

3. Job Title: Secretary/Office Administrator
(2 Positions in Coast and Western Region)

Job Purpose:

To oversee the administration, coordination and overall management of the office policies, procedures and scheduling and be responsible for day to day office activities.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

Responsible for the implementation and ongoing maintenance of all office policies and procedures;
scheduling of office activities in a timely manner;
operate and maintain efficient filing systems;
manage both incoming and outgoing mail; maintain office diary and organize work itinerary;
type letters, memos and reports;
manage telephone, fax and e-mails;
manage and order supplies within the budgetary provisions and guidelines;
oversee and manage performance of office support staff.Minimum of Diploma in Secretarial Studies. Degree in Business related field is preferable.Basic Accounting knowledge preferred.A minimum of 5 years of office management experience preferably in the insurance industry, with strong leadership, management and organizational, skills, assertiveness, creativity and innovation;
ability to resolve problems quickly and effectively and determining appropriate courses of action; high degree of emotional maturity;
flexible with well developed interpersonal skills.4. Job Title: Office Assistant
(2 Positions in Coast and Western Region)

Job Purpose

To provide general office support services to facilitate effective realization of organizational goals and objectives.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

Assist in all messengerial duties as requested;
develop and regularly update mailing lists;
distribute all incoming and outgoing mails;
undertake all dispatch duties as necessary;
gather and collect information as may be instructed; and
perform any other duties as assigned.Minimum Academic Qualifications
Minimum O’ Level with Minimum Division 3 or Grade C.Professional/Technical Qualifications
Training in basic Office Administration is preferred.5 years relevant experience in an office setting with maturity, discretion, enthusiasm and positive attitude;
good organizational skills and record keeping;
oral and written communication skills;self starter who can work independently;
skills in establishing priorities and managing workload;
ability to follow directives; and high level of integrity.Applications clearly indicating the position applied for and preferred location on the outer envelope and attaching a detailed CV, copies of certificates and testimonials must reach us not later than Friday 22nd October 2010, and should be addressed to:

The Executive Search,Selection and Placement Division,
Eliud & Associates(E&A),
4th Floor-Consolidated Bank House,Koinange Street
P.O. Box 9483-00100(G.P.O),
Tel: O20-2243623,
Nairobi.

E-Mail: eliud_associates@yahoo.com or eliudowalo@gmail.com

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