aCatalyst Consulting is searching for an insightful life insurance manager on behalf of our client, one of the composite insurance companies in Kenya. Ideally, position will in the long run progress to general manager and ultimately head the life insurance company.
Key requirements for the position
- University degree in business, economics, finance, or a related area, or an equivalent professional qualification
- At least 5 years progressively more service experience in life insurance
- A strong technical life business background, preferably with actuarial skills
- Have an overall understanding of the life business, in particular, the key leverage point areas that are critical for operational and financial business' success. Have an appreciation of an array of department functions that include: sales - business development, finance, administration, IT and HR
- As a senior member of the company participate in the development of strategic business objectives and plans to enhance operational efficiency and profitability
- Highly motivated, with an energetic "can do" attitude to work. Person needs to have demonstrated competence in finance matters - with an ability to work independently
- Decisive and assertive with a job history of taking on increasing responsibility, with absolute honesty and a track record of achieving results
- Ability to think logically, be analytical an assess a management problem, combined with a touch of creativity to come up with an insightful solution that works
- Polished communication skills both in verbal presentations and in writing
- Fully computer literate, word processing, spreadsheets and e-mail
