Reporting to the Manager, Planning and Strategy, the Assistant Manager, Planning and Policy Analysis will be responsible for:Analysing statistical information, surveys and other data.Analysing business intelligence information.Analysing research findings of reports of surveys.Monitoring policy developments.Co-ordinating policy and research projects.Providing support data to inform strategic planning and performance management.Providing quantitative data analysis for use in decision making.Preparing proposals for research.Assisting in preliminary data collection as may be required from time to time.Assisting in monitoring the implementation of ISO 9001:2008 quality management system.The ideal candidate will possess the following academic and professional qualifications and experience:A bachelors degree in management, administration, economics or related discipline from a recognised university.A masters degree will be an added advantage.A minimum of three (3) years relevant work experience.Training and knowledge in ISO quality management system processes.Possession of advanced computer skills.Be honest, trustworthy and possess a high degree of personal integrity and professionalism.Be a team player with a pleasant outgoing personality and customer focus.Possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication, presentation and reporting skills.Possess excellent research and analytical skills.Reporting to the Manager, Marketing and Publications the Marketing Officer will be responsible for the following activities at a branch office:Implementing the branch marketing plan.Carrying out surveys and market needs analysis for the branch.Preparing the branch marketing budget.Assisting in preparation and implementation of the county strategy.Preparing and implementing branch marketing programmes.Preparing briefs for branch marketing activities.Compiling market intelligence reports for the branch.Coordinating the distribution of promotional materials in the branch.Preparing and submitting progress reports.Liaising with stakeholders/strategic partners in the promotion of the activities of KASNEB.The ideal candidate will possess the following academic and professional qualifications and experience:A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communication, Public Relations or related discipline from a university accredited by the Commission for University Education.Professional qualifications in Marketing or Public Relations from a recognised professional body will be a distinct advantage.Membership of a recognised Marketing or Public Relations professional body.Advanced computer skills.Minimum three (3) years relevant experience.Be honest, trustworthy and possess a high degree of personal integrity, initiative and professionalism.Be a team player with a pleasant outgoing personality and customer focus.Possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication, presentation and reporting skills.Be proactive, confident, self-driven and able to meet deadlines.Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts, academic and professional certificates, national identity card, testimonials, current and expected salary and names and addresses of three referees so as to reach the undersigned not later than Wednesday, 10 December 2014.
Those who had applied in response to the advertisements in 2013 need not re-apply.
The envelope should be marked “CONFIDENTIAL” and indicate the “REFERENCE NUMBER” of the position applied for and be addressed to:
The Secretary and Chief Executive
KASNEB
KASNEB Towers
Hospital Road, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 41362-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
KASNEB is an equal opportunity employer.
“Qualified women, minorities and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.

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Applications should be send to hr@helpage.co.ke. 

We are a general insurance company looking for a skilled, results-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, passionate and extroverted person with a “can-do” attitude to fill the following position:
Assistant Business Analysis Executive
Immediate supervisor : Managing Director
Spearhead and champion the use of business intelligence software and analytics across the organization. Ensure that staff members have the data and analysis they need to make sound business decisions.
Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities Work with ICT to write business requirements and ensure accuracy of data and reports. Create dashboards and ad hoc reports, and perform additional analysis to support other departments’ evolving data needs. Promote the use of analytics, and assist key staff in understanding how to utilize reports and apply the results in strategic decision making. Perform claims and expense analyses and make recommendations on improving product pricing, controlling expenses, and creating operational efficiencies. Monitor company and industry loss, premium, and expense trends. Perform competitive analysis and benchmarking. Continue professional development through completion of actuarial papers or other relevant industry qualifications.

Requirements and Qualifications

A degree in actuarial science, mathematics, economics, or other quantitative field. Strong quantitative, analytical, and creative problem solving skills. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills. Experience manipulating and analyzing large data sets. Demonstrated proficiency in, or ability to learn, Microsoft Access, Excel, SQL, and business intelligence software. Ability to influence others and create change. Ability to work independently and within a team at all levels of the organization. Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently under deadlines in a changing environment.
At least 1 – 2 years of experience in insurance or finance, or equivalent knowledge preferred. Successful completion of 3 or more actuarial papers or other relevant industry credentials preferred.Do your qualifications and experience match those listed above? Then it is YOU we’re looking for! Apply NOW by sending your application letter and updated CV to kaziafrica2012@gmail.com . Please note that applications shall be reviewed on a first-come, first served basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We are an equal opportunity employer 

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