A leading Insurance Company in East Africa requires qualified and experienced candidates to fill the vacant position of:
Job Title: Director of Marketing
Location: East Africa
Reporting To: The Managing Director
Job Description
The successful candidate will direct and coordinate marketing of insurance services; oversee marketing activities, manage marketing sales force and coordinate the implementation of the corporation’s marketing plan.
Major Responsibilities:
- Develop and review marketing department annual work and monitor its implementation
- Coordinate the bidding process
- Develop, implement and monitor a sector based marketing approach
- Develop and promote external networks for business growth
- Refining the existing Insurance products/services to meet customer need/preference to achieve desired performance
- Provide technical support to other departments in identifying training needs and sensitize staff on new and existing products & services in line with training work plan
- Plan, requisition and account for office assets/stationery in the department in line with administrative policies and procedures
Qualification, Experience and Attributes:
- The incumbent should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Business related social science course from a recognized University
- Evidence of training in Marketing is an added advantage
- Sales/Marketing experience of at least 8 years in an Insurance company is a MUST
- Functional computer knowledge of Information Management packages is an added advantage
- Self-driven, innovative and able to work long hours under minimum supervision.
Application Closing Date
24th June, 2014
How to Apply:
To apply, please indicate the position you are applying for as the subject of your email and send your updated resume, 3 referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements and abilities and email to us at:
[email protected]
All applications will be treated in confidence. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.