Insurance Unit Managers Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

Vacant Position: Unit Managers

Location: Nairobi

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous growth in the sales production to meet and surpass the set budgets.
• Conduct market intelligence and keep management informed of changing trends
• To successfully set up in house agency force, recruit, train, motivate and provide effective field support to the in-house agents to ensure retention of a productive sales force and attainment of set targets.
• Operationalize the marketing and customer service strategies within the agency.
• Identify, target and penetrate niche markets and create awareness of products within niche markets.
• Promote a positive image of the company through excellent service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with the company policies and procedures on underwriting especially credit policy and documentation.
• Ensure that Direct Sales Agents comply to all regulatory requirements before starting to transact business
• Ensure that Direct Sales Agents are well equipped with product knowledge and updated in a timely manner of any changes.
• Carry out frequent client visits for customer relationship management, marketing, major renewals and deal operational issues arising
• Lead in market development initiatives for the unit.
• Preparation of weekly market activity reports.
• Participate in product development and enhancement initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management / Diploma in Insurance or Sales and Marketing
• COP or its equivalent
• Sales & marketing Certification
• At least 4 years relevant experience with a track record in sales preferably in life insurance or in managing retail operations
• Demonstrated ability to organize and lead teams
• Knowledge in Insurance products and services
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to build relationships, innovation, flexibility and teamwork

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements, kindly send your CV to martin@jantakenya.com with the subject line as “Unit Manager”