APA Insurance was formed in 2003 following the merger of Apollo and Pan-Africa General divisions to form the largest insurer in East and Central Africa - APA Insurance Limited.
In the six years APA Insurance has been in business, we have seen our turnover grow fivefold.
APA Insurance is known for its innovativeness having been the first insurance company in Kenya to undertake HIV/AIDS cover. We believe in providing affordable insurance for all Kenyans.
This is achieved through our tailor-made solutions which are Grafted in consultation with our clients. We have a Countrywide representation - Nairobi, Nyeri, Mombasa, Nakuru, Kisumu,, Naivasha, Jhika, Meru, Eldoret, Kisii and soon Embu.
We are looking for aspiring and energetic self-starters with the necessary competencies, abilities and entrepreneurial skills for the following job opportunities in the areas where we have branches.
Direct Sales Agents - General and Health Insurance
The successful candidates will report to the Unit Manager and will be responsible for providing a professional and objective service to our current and future clients.
The key performance areas for this position are centred around the effective sales and marketing of the company's range of products, focussing on the incumbent's ability to:
- Sell our range of General and Health Insurance products to customers in specific markets;
- Build a customer base within a defined market;
- Ensure an ongoing network of existing and prospective customers;
- Expand our company's market share in defined markets;
- Provide continuous after-sales service to our customers;
To be considered, you will need:
- A degree or diploma from a recognized University or college;
- A passion for customers and service delivery;
- The ability to prospect and network in a defined market, and to market our products;
- Integrity, honesty and a high degree of professionalism;
- Excellent all-level communication and interpersonal skills;
- Proven experience in direct sales, selling General & Health Insurance or other financial products will be an added advantage.
In return, we offer training, a well-structured remuneration and adequate tools for the job. COP certification will be an added advantage.
All applications should be forwarded to the Head of Direct Sales Force, APA Insurance, Hughes Building 6th Floor for Nairobi applicants.
Those interested in working in a town near them should forward their application to the Branch Managers in the branches indicated above.
Applications should reach us by 5th March, 2010.
APA Insurance Limited,
Apollo Centre, Ring Road Parklands, Westlands
P O Box 30065 GPO 00100
Nairobi
Web site: www.apainsurance.org
