Friday, March 1, 2013

Internal Shariah Compliance Officer job at cannon assurance Kenya

Cannon Assurance is an innovative insurance company which pioneered the Takaful insurance product into the Kenyan Market. 
We have now established an independent Shariah Board and an operational Takaful Window which is geared towards provision of very attractive Takaful (insurance) products that are administered under strict Takaful principles.
Cannon Assurance (Takaful Window) together with its Shariah Board is looking to recruit a self-motivated individual to fill the substantive position of Internal Shariah Compliance Officer.

Responsibilities shall include
  • Carry out Shariah review of documents, contracts, products, manuals,marketing material, policies and procedures of the Takaful business.
  • Ensure effective implementation of Shariah compliance processes and systems
  • Assist in the development of new Takaful products and services.
  • Provide support in Takaful business growth
  • Coordinate, liaise and work closely with the Shariah Supervisory Board
Candidates should possess the following qualifications
  • A degree from a recognised university
  • In-depth knowledge of Islamic financial products and structures
  • 3 years’ experience in insurance
  • Effective communication skills with strong oral and written skills
  • Knowledge of Arabic language as added advantage
All applications should be sent to the following email address: takaful@cannonassurance.com
 
And should be received no later than 5 pm Friday 8th March 2013
 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interviews.