Description:

General Overview

On behalf of our happy client, we are looking for General Manager/Principle Officer within the insurance industry with a bias in management and marketing.

 

Main Responsibilities

• Business and market development
• Risk assessing
• Inform the directors about any new insurance business opportunities and the general trend in the country
• Financial Planning, Marketing and Administration as well as Reporting
• Statutory compliance and corporate Social Responsibility
• Overall general management of the company - reporting to the MD

 

JD OVerview

• Create the permanent client base for the company by rendering insurance solutions and providing after sales services with complete client's satisfaction
• Wealth maximization of the company by achieving the targets given
• Create a brand name of the company in Tanzania
• Active participation in survival & growth of the company
• Ensure timely and adequate response to the customers for their calls
• Generating revenue through sell of Insurance policies corporate & individuals
• Overall control of the Sales function
• Organize meetings and demos with clients in rural areas and in Dar
• Manage relation with Insurers and TIRA (Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority)
• Regular client visits and developing PR
• Generating the Sales enquiry & converting into Sales
• Attending enquiries
• Preparation of quotations / proforma Invoices and follow up for materialization of deals
• Receipt of orders and signing of policies with the client
• Liaison with Director for material deals & negotiations
• Collections follow up after supply of materials and submission of invoice
• Build relations with the government departments, wealthy individuals & corporates
• Product Placement & Pricing
• Principle's Management pertaining to the line of business
• Ensure certification from partners is renewed on a yearly basis
• Preparation of monthly Report and submission to Director by 5th of the month of the preceding month
• Going to fields for demonstration and building contacts and opportunities
• Participating in tenders and making efforts on winning projects
• Preparing and implementing marketing strategy plan
• Provide in-house training on products and services
• Handle any other work as may be allocated by the Director

 

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree or Advanced Diploma / Certificate in Insurance & Risk Management
• At least 8 years relevant experience preferably in Tanzania or other broker dominant market
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Good moral values and ethical traits
• IT Skills - Ms Office

 
Other Skills Required

• Self Motivated
• Hardworking
• Have the ability to work under pressure and meet tight project deadlines
• Be a quick learner and easily adapt to new concepts
• Have the ability to co-ordinate, control and lead staff effectively
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Have a good understanding of operational and administrative policies, practices and procedures

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