Monday, September 16, 2013

Can you Market in the Insurance Industry? Marketing Manager job in Kenya

Our client is a general Insurance Company that has been in operation in Kenya for over 50 years. 
Our client provides insurance solutions both to large corporates and the SME sector in a refreshing style and has remained consistently profitable.
Our client is currently undergoing rapid management changes and is preparing to be a very dominant player in this market.
In order to grow locally and set up a platform for the region, our client seeks to hire a Marketing Manager who will report to the Managing Director.
 
Job Summary:
Responsible for overseeing marketing initiatives and activities within the organization. 
Oversee the development of areas such as sales management, product development, distribution channel management, marketing communications, including advertising and promotions, pricing, market research, and customer service.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Facilitate growth, sales, operation of marketing activities/programs  and development of marketing strategies in the company
  • Oversee and direct the efforts of the marketing team
  • Facilitate marketing research/intelligence and the development of new products and create product roadmap
  • Recruitment of agents, conducting training on products knowledge, processes and selling skills among others
  • Align the operations of the marketing department with appropriate technology to increase operational efficiency
  • Liaise with other departments to ensure organizational goals and objectives are met
  • Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly and year-end marketing/sales reports
  • Implement marketing policies, decisions of the Board of Directors to ensure efficient administration of the marketing department
Academic/Professional Qualifications
  • University degree preferably in marketing or sales. 
  • A master’s degree in a related discipline will be an added advantage
  • Possess professional qualification in Marketing with a minimum of diploma level
  • Good progress in ACII or equivalent from a recognized Insurance Institute
Work Experience: At least 5 years’ experience in a busy marketing department in a Senior position preferably in the insurance industry.
 
Other Requirements:
  • Member of a marketing professional body
  • Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Possess leadership skill and ability to work with diverse teams
  • High level of integrity and honesty
  • Knowledge of operations of insurance industry and its interface with the Insurance Regulatory Authority
  • Sound Analytical and IT relevant skills
Remuneration:
 
Our client offers all the advantages one would expect from an industry leader including a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. 

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Process:
 
Kindly send your CV and cover letter detailing your experience, qualification and motivation for the job to recruitment@racg.co.ke and address it to The Recruitment Manager as soon as you read this advert.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

For more details check www.racg.co.ke