Resolution Insurance Company Ltd is a general insurer offering innovative and responsive insurance solutions. We have learned to adapt in this constantly changing society, and develop comprehensive products that are relevant to our clients. We currently have over 60,000 members in our fold and have partnered with over 500 medical service providers across East Africa; a strong network of hospitals, clinics and doctors.
The Resolution Insurance brand is energetic and trendy. In pursuit of our ambitious growth plan, we are looking to fill the below position in our Underwriting Department.
The Underwriting Executive’s overall purpose is to ensure live/non-live membership status reports are up to date and available for MSPs or the relevant RIL personnel to avoid denial of services for members or unnecessary costs for inactive-members.
The jobholder is expected to demonstrate commitment and loyalty and perform all duties in accordance with the organization’s office routines and procedures, keeping in mind the overall business objectives.
Ensure all MSPs have RI current membership report for all active membersUpdate membership report daily for the Operations Department ensuring capture of various statuses of memberships.Generate reports for qualified international cover members and ensure international provider has the report on timeEnsure over-limit members do not access services.Ensure members are on their respective accounts for co-pay options.Generate and communicate card lists to the respective card printers.Archiving and retrieval of all physical documents in the underwriting process.Retrieval of any electronic member documents requested by other functions in the company.Diploma in IT.At 3 years relevant work experienceKnowledge of working with MS Office packages.Business and Accounting knowledge an added advantageAbility to work responsibly with or without direct supervision

We are looking for talented and motivated people in a variety of roles. At Kenya Orient, you will have an opportunity to join a team who are warm, professional and experts in their fields. As a successful candidate, you will work in a fun, highly innovative and engaging environment suitable for providing Unique, Relevant and Innovative insurance solutions that exceed our client’s expectations.
Job Title: Underwriting Executive

Division / Department:  Underwriting

Immediate Supervisor: Underwriting Supervisor

Overall Responsibility: The position is responsible for assessing risks in accordance with laid down underwriting procedures in the company and ensure effective and efficient service delivery to customers Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

Review all applications for insurance –determine the profiles of risks presented to the branch/company for insurance and assess their acceptability or otherwise.Review all reports from various service providers relating to proposals for insurance.Review proposals for insurance and adjust benefits where necessary by reviewing previous files, worksheets, etc.Ensure all related activities to underwriting are properly coordinated and enforcedParticipate in sales initiatives.Ensure timely preparation and dispatch of policy documents.Review of suspense items and follow up on outstanding requirements with a view to reconciling them in record time.Timely processing of quotations and tender documents, credits and refunds.Liaising with intermediaries for business supportAny other duties assigned by management in line with task.Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university2 years minimum work experience preferably in insurance industryProgress in ACII/AIIK preferableKnowledge in insurance products and servicesBasic claims knowledgeExcellent analytical, communication and customer handling skillsHow to Apply:

If you are interested in a position and have the required qualifications, skills and experience, CLICK HERE to apply online and submit a duly filled application form on or before Wednesday, 19th November 2014.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

African Reinsurance Corporation
Engineering Underwriter (PS 2)
The African Reinsurance Corporation (Africa Re), a pan-African International Financial Institution, announces a vacancy for the position of Engineering Underwriter in the Nairobi Regional Office.
A. Main Duties / Responsibilities
This position is for an Engineering Underwriter who will manage a portfolio of accounts (treaties and facultatives) for cedants in East Africa.
B. Detailed Duties/Responsibilities
The successful candidate will have the direct responsibility of underwriting and developing the portfolio he/she is in charge of and shall report to the Regional Director.
The duties of the Underwriter shall comprise :Negotiation for new and renewal of Reinsurance contracts;Portfolio management and business relations;Monitoring premium and claims payments;Insurance Risk Surveys and assessments;Assessment and Rating of Engineering risks;Managing relationships with Cedants;Compiling Performance Progress reports.Premium production in line with budget and growth potentials;Good claims management;Good relationship with cedants;Underwriting profitability in the class of business written;Market/ Product expansion;Reliability of forecast made on premium, claims and underwriting results;Accuracy of data provided to management.D. Technical Competencies Required For This PositionApplies the core principles of insurance to everyday situations;Demonstrates an understanding of standard policy wordings, extensions and limitations;Applies knowledge of what is needed for an insurance contract to be legally valid;Demonstrates an understanding of underwriting capacity;Knows and applies organizational underwriting philosophy;Identifies data sources which can be used for pricing decisions and factors that can affect pricing;Provides complete and accurate quotations for risks and apply the underwriting policy and guidelines;Demonstrates awareness of the data that indicates how an underwriting portfolio is performing for own area of business;Knows how claims notification information is used in the claims handling process for own area of business;Manages the claims handling process to achieve timely settlement and minimize leakages;Advanced technical competence in reinsurance & retrocession;Good skills in business software tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, RMS;Very good technical knowledge of reinsurance and retrocession.E. Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Applicants not older than 40 years and should hold the following qualification:First University degree in relevant field (Engineering) plus Masters plus 5 years post qualification relevant qualitative work experience with emphasis on risk surveys, underwriting/rating engineering risks and Reinsurance underwriting;First University degree in relevant field (Engineering) plus full professional qualification plus 5 years post qualification relevant qualitative work experience with emphasis on risk surveys, underwriting/rating engineering risks and Reinsurance underwriting;First University degree in relevant field (Engineering) plus 9 years post qualification relevant qualitative work experience with emphasis on risk surveys, underwriting/rating engineering risks and Reinsurance underwriting.F. Additional Requirements For Candidates For This Position:Nationals of member States of Africa Re;Additional professional qualifications would be an added advantage;Bilingualism (English/French) would be an added advantage;Relevant work experience in a Reinsurance company or in the department of Reinsurance of an insurance company would be an added advantage.
Salary and other conditions of service are competitive and comparative to what is obtainable in similar international organizations.
Interested candidates for this position are requested to complete and submit the employment form online.
Closing date for submission of applications: 3rd May 2013

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Underwriter

The underwriter manages client relationships with a view to underwrite and close insurance contracts.

Core tasks

He/ she manages the general relationship with existing or new contacts that are initiated either by himself/herself or by other colleagues. For strategic accounts he/she establishes a strategy for the management of the relationship and follows it up on a regular basis. The Underwriter makes all necessary initiatives to generate an interest in ATI’s products and inquiries that can lead to commercial proposalsHe/she generates insurance inquiries, makes insurance proposals (“non binding indications”) and follows up with the management, team members and clients until a pricing and structure is found that meets the expectations of all parties involvedHe/ she prepares the final underwriting report that is approved by the management and further prepares the detailed instructions for the issuance of the policyHe/she contributes to the development of new generic productsHe/she reports on his/her performance on an ongoing basis through call reports, monthly underwriting reports and a regular update of the underwriting systemDepending on his/her geographical responsibility, he/she contributes to the regular update of economic country report and the collection of market intelligenceOn request, he/she helps to assess threatening claims and to solve them on an amicable basisOn request, he/she contacts companies that are credit risks to ATI and he/she collects information that help to assess the credit risk betterHe/she manages and extends the distribution network, including brokers, banks and other intermediariesHe/she represents ATI in workshops, conferences and other events to increase the visibility of ATI and the understanding of the marketsHe/she gradually extends their understanding of ATI’s products gradually till they can sell and underwrite the full range (including whole turnover credit insurance, commercial risk – single obligor insurance, surety bonds and political risk insurance)He/she gradually extends his/her understanding of the commercial and economic situation of all the member countries of ATI so that he/she can perform his/her tasks in each of themHe/she develops a network with local and international banks, brokers, underwriters and other players and becomes an accepted and respected partner to them ProfileAn advanced University degree in Banking and Finance, Insurance, Law, Economics, Business Administration, or related area, or the equivalent through experienceProfessional qualifications in banking or insurance such as CII would be an added advantageTechnical understanding and expertise in the respective products  Knowledge, understanding and hands on experience with political and credit risk insurance and the related products (whole turnover trade credit, surety bonds, insurance of commercial loans, single obligor insurance, political risk insurance)A minimum of 5 years insurance experience; with at least 3 years’ experience spent working with contracts and insurance covering the stated products or experience with structured finance products, corporate finance, credit risk and/or credit management, preferable in banking.International experience in ATI member States and/or countries of similar profile to ATI member StatesTeam player with excellent interpersonal and communication skillsFluency in written and spoken English, working knowledge of French is an added advantageExcellent report writing skillsAn advanced university degree in insurance, banking, law, economics, business administration, or related area plus five years post-qualifying experience, or a first degree plus eight years post-qualifying experienceProfessional qualifications in insurance or banking would be an added advantageTechnical understanding and expertise in the respective products  Working knowledge, understanding and hands on experience with Political or Trade/ Credit Risk insurance, and related products (whole turnover, trade credit, surety bonds, insurance of commercial loans, single obligor insurance and trade finance), Invoice Discounting and Factoring, Credit Management, etc.International experience in ATI member states and/or countries of similar profile to ATI member states – ATI’s current member states are Benin, Burundi, DR Congo, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and ZambiaTeam player with excellent interpersonal and communications skillsNegotiation and strong presentation skillsReport writingFluency in written and spoken English, working knowledge of French is an added advantageHe/she will either be based in Nairobi at ATI’s head office or one of the field offices.Salary Range

US$ 60,000 - 70,000 per annum (net of taxes) plus benefits. This is negotiable depending upon professional qualifications, family situation and experience of the candidate. 

Besides the tax exempt basic salary, the position comes with diplomatic immunities and privileges as well as other benefits provided by similar organisations.

How to Apply:

Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements included in the detailed job-description and submitting applications in compliance with point 1 - 3 above will be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ATI reserves the right not to make any appointment to the above vacancies, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.

Our client is a well established business based in Industrial Area which offers insurance brokerage services in areas of both motor and non-motor insurance.

We are seeking applications from candidates who are immediately available to fill the following positions:

IT Officer

(Kshs.20 - 25,000/=)

This is an IT support role to the entire team that ensures availability of IT systems.

Key responsibilities for the role holder include:

Maintenance of website and email communication systemMaintenance of client databaseManage mini projects such as software and applications upgradesEnsure appropriate maintenance of IT equipment in liaison with external vendors as necessaryTroubleshooting and problem resolutionProviding support to the team on software and hardware issuesSuccessful applications should possess the following
Diploma in computer sciences or related fieldAt least 1 year experience in a similar roleGood interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team and provide necessary technical supportExcellent working knowledge of Ms Office packages with ability to coach othersExperience in database management and maintenanceWeb-maintenance experience would be an added advantageHigh degree of honesty and integrityUnderwriting Clerk

(Kshs.18,000/=)

To process non-motor insurance coverage requests from clients including documentation, assessment and calculation of premiums and other charges in liaison with Insurers

The duties of the role holder include:

Analyzing insurance applications and raise proposals to insurersReview policy documents and confirm for correctness and recommend amendments where necessaryDraft correspondence to Insurers in respect to policiesOriginate instructions to insurers for policy renewals, extensions and endorsement and make follow-ups on telephone or in writingCheck correctness of debits prior to passing copies to the Accounts department for postingOccasionally negotiate tariff rates with insurersRegular interactions with clients and insurers both in writing and on telephone mostly responding to various queries or provision of informationThe successful candidate must possess the following minimum criteria and personal qualities:
Diploma in Insurance related studiesAt least 6 months experience in an insurance firm or brokerage with some understanding of insurance documentation and proceduresBasic numeracy and analytical skills with good attention to detail.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packagesAbility to communicate in good business English (both written and oral)Good personal organizational skills with ability to prioritize own workloadAbility to work independently and to cope with pressure and responsibility.Strong interpersonal and communication skills; good team worker; multicultural sensitivity to deal with diverse clientsClient relationship/Customer care skillsPlease apply indicating your suitability to this role, together with a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to:

jobs@peopleinisightslimited.com before Tuesday 29th November 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Our client is a leading insurance company in the region, with a strong and trusted brand in the market.

The company seeks to recruit a Technical Manager (Commercial Insurance Underwriting) to manage and develop the General insurance business and operation of the company to ensure that market leading levels of technical expertise, practice, procedure and service are applied to the underwriting and business development functions

The position

The position is directly responsible for ensuring underwriting profitability and continued growth of the company’s technical revenues and overseeing the development and retention of technical support.

Key duties and responsibilities will be:

Provide technical guidance on business evaluation and acceptance in accordance with the reinsurance program and acceptable business standards and ensure maintenance of sound underwriting standards and efficient process flows.Manage the renewal cycle within the agreed turnaround time to ensure the achievement of the required monthly business retention ratioContribute to the development and review of the business plan and implement strategic objectives of the department to ensure continued business growth and profitabilityProvide strong leadership by developing an effective and motivated team and ensure that training program is implemented to enable delivery of superior service to customersImplement the company credit control policy and liaise with the credit control team to ensure prompt payment of premiums by intermediaries and direct clients Contribute to the development and implementation of the reinsurance programControl to the risk management function of the department to improve the performance of the portfolio and manage the overall loss ratio to the acceptable levels. Ensure that underwriting and business development function is carried out in compliance with the insurance regulatory and industry requirements and standardsKnowledge, skills and abilities:
Bachelors Degree from Recognized University ACIIMinimum of 8 years technical experience on all classes of general insurance gained in a reputable organizationExcellent Written and Oral Communication SkillsDemonstrated ability in Business Development and Negotiation SkillsDemonstrated ability to lead a Team EnvironmentThorough knowledge of the insurance industryComputer LiteracyAbility to interact at all levelsApplying:

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send an updated Curriculum Vitae (Ms Word version) to careers@altimaafrica.com clearly stating the job position (Technical Manager- Insurance) in the subject.

Include your daytime contact, current & expected remuneration as well as your notice period in your application cover letter.

Deadline for application is 17th August 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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The Monarch Insurance is a fast growing business under the Monarch group of companies.

Our values are to uphold professionalism and integrity; to provide quality customer care in service provision whilst having social responsibility and team spirit in all our operations.

We are looking for ambitious, self-driven candidates to fill the following positions:

1. Underwriting Manager

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Underwriting Manager will be responsible for the management of the Underwriting Department, ensuring that the Company fulfils its obligations of assuming insurable risks of its customers and business development.

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

Strategically lead and manage the Underwriting Department and ensure efficient delivery of servicesReview company records to determine amount of insurance in force on single risk or group of closely related risks and authorize reinsurance of policy when risk is highEvaluate risks being offered to the company for insurance with a view of accepting and accounting for those which meet the criteria and subsequently evidencing the acceptance in the various insurance contractsDirect involvement in business follow ups for existing clients and making decisions on renewal terms to apply based on past performanceMaintain communication to agents, brokers, and other stakeholders to obtain further market information, quote rates, or explain the company’s underwriting policiesMaintain customer relations management and enhance quality service deliveryAcademic & Professional Qualifications & Experience
Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences(Insurance or Business Administration)ACII (Associate of Chartered Insurance Institute of London) qualificationsAt least 5 years experience in the insurance sectorTechnical competence in Underwriting Insurance RisksBasic MS office skills2. Unit Managers

Reporting to the Agency Development Manager, the Unit Managers will market the company’s life Insurance products and services in the designated areas of business (Nairobi, Kisii, Meru, Mombasa and Nakuru)

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

To market the company’s products and services in the life DepartmentTo recruit new intermediaries and service existing onesTo supervise, manage and motivate agents of the company for the purpose of soliciting, procuring and promptly submitting proposals for the Company productsAssist in ensuring excellent customer service standards across the organizationOrganize forums and activities to market the company’s servicesTo monitor, gather and report to the Agency Development Manager any useful marketing intelligence informationAny other duties assigned to you from time to timeAcademic & Professional Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Social Sciences or Business AdministrationAt least two years proven record of sales and marketing experience in lifeCertificate of Proficiency in InsuranceMS Office skillsInterested candidates should apply by sending their CV and Cover letter in MS Word format to hr@themonarchinsco.com by 7th July 2011 stating day time telephone contact, names and addresses of three referees and current remuneration

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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Mercantile is a fast growing Insurance company in Kenya that underwrites both Life and Non-life business.

Over the years they have grown steadily and are now considered one of the leading insurers in Kenya.

We are looking for ambitious, self-driven candidates to fill the following  jobs;

The Medical Underwriting Assistant reports to the Assistant Manager-Underwriting (Medical) and will ensure that the Medical department in Kenya  fulfils its obligations of assuming insurable risks of its customers.

The job involves assessing the eligibility of applicants to obtain medical cover and scheme administration for those already on medical cover.

Duties include:-

* Underwriting of Risks
* Policy Documentation
* Debiting
* Communicating with agents/brokers or clients
* Other duties assigned by Head of Department

Qualification and Skills

* Graduate degree /any ACII or Local Diploma credits will be an added advantage
* At least 3 years experience in the  insurance industry in Kenya  (preferably in Medical Department)
* Technical competence in underwriting Medical insurance risks
* Ability to analyse and interpret statistics and statistical data
* Computer proficiency in Ms Office
* Good communication skills both verbal and written

Reporting to the Senior Underwriting Manager, the Underwriting Assistant will assist in ensuring that Mercantile fulfils its obligations of assuming insurable risks of its customers.

Accountabilities

* Issue policy documents of all classes of general business, print motor certificates and cover notes and generate quotations.
* Maintain communication with agents, brokers, and other clients
* Generate renewal notices for all renewal business and direct involvement in business follow up for existing clients.
* Maintain good customer and public relations and enhance quality service delivery
* Any other business assigned by head of department

Qualification and Skills

* Graduate degree / any Credits in ACII (Associate of Chartered Insurance Institute of London) or local Diploma will be an added advantage
* At least 2 years experience in the insurance sector
* Technical competence in Underwriting all classes of General business
* Basic MS office skills
* Possess strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
* Self driven individual with impeccable integrity

Interested candidates should forward their CVs by 18th June stating their current and expected remuneration, email address, day time telephone contact and names and addresses of three referees to:

mercantile@mercantile.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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Mercantile is a fast growing Insurance company that underwrites both Life and Non-life business.

Over the years they have grown steadily and are now considered one of the leading insurers in the country.

We are looking for ambitious, self-driven candidates to fill the positions;

Medical Underwriting Assistant
1 Position
Job Overview

The Medical Underwriting Assistant reports to the Assistant Manager-Underwriting (Medical) and will ensure that the Medical department fulfils its obligations of assuming insurable risks of its customers.

The role involves assessing the eligibility of applicants to obtain medical cover and scheme administration for those already on medical cover.

Duties include:-

Underwriting of RisksPolicy Documentation DebitingCommunicating with agents/brokers or clientsOther duties assigned by Head of DepartmentGraduate degree /any ACII or Local Diploma credits will be an added advantage At least 3 years experience in the insurance industry (preferably in Medical Department)Technical competence in underwriting Medical insurance risksAbility to analyse and interpret statistics and statistical data Computer proficiency in Ms OfficeGood communication skills both verbal and written Underwriting Assistant
1 Position
Job Overview

Reporting to the Senior Underwriting Manager, the Underwriting Assistant will assist in ensuring that Mercantile fulfils its obligations of assuming insurable risks of its customers.

Accountabilities

Issue policy documents of all classes of general business, print motor certificates and cover notes and generate quotations.Maintain communication with agents, brokers, and other clientsGenerate renewal notices for all renewal business and direct involvement in business follow up for existing clients. Maintain good customer and public relations and enhance quality service deliveryAny other business assigned by head of departmentGraduate degree / any Credits in ACII (Associate of Chartered Insurance Institute of London) or local Diploma will be an added advantage At least 2 years experience in the insurance sectorTechnical competence in Underwriting all classes of General businessBasic MS office skillsPossess strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skillsSelf driven individual with impeccable integrityInterested candidates should forward their CVs by 18th June stating their current and expected remuneration, email address, day time telephone contact and names and addresses of three referees to:

mercantile@mercantile.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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A medium sized general insurance company in Nairobi requires,Underwriting/ Reinsurance AssistantPlease apply within 10 days by email to: oi552010@gmail.com.