Company Founded: Founded in 1991

  • Universal Banker/SME Banker 

Trade and Working Capital Product Manager

    Universal Banker/SME Banker Trade and Working Capital Product Manager

    Job Summary
    To provide excellent customer experience, deliver exceptional branch business growth and profitability. To observe compliance & control requirements, keeping high level of bank standards.
    Key Accountabilities (Duties & Responsibilities)
    Business Growth: Time split 60%

    Understand and implement business strategic initiatives for the branch aimed at increasing new business and wallet share from existing customers.
    Have a clear understanding of all Retail and Business Banking products that could satisfy customer needs.
    Manage portfolio risks in line with banks’ portfolio appetite.
    Collaborate in the development and implementation of sales initiatives with other business functions i.e. Direct sales team, Asset Finance, CIB, Bancassurance to maximize cross-selling and better customer profiling opportunities.
    In conjunction with the branch manager, Industry heads, and products, conduct product reviews and development through constant feedback from the market.
    Continuously conduct market intelligence to identify new markets, customer trends, new government /directives, and changes in policy by regulators.
    Contribute to the development of branch sales strategy.
    Plan and coordinate any marketing approaches for new business and actively develop existing relationships.
    Actively seek to grow own portfolio and cross-sell to ensure delivery of set Targets.
    Appraise and promptly address customer issues /complaints escalating as necessary to ensure timely resolution as per the set standards.
    Ensure quality sales and new to-bank accounts within your portfolio are promptly funded at customer onboarding.
    Continuously monitor own performance against targets agreed on, on a daily basis for new and existing clients. Initiate appropriate action plans to address any shortfalls in performance.
    Operationalize campaigns as required with the Branch Manager and the business.
    Ensure excellent customer experience at all times
    Drive business targets through strict TAT observance and high-level service delivery standards.
    Should not advise an existing customer to open a similar account in their respective Branches with a view of moving funds between the accounts.
    Should not close an existing account in your Branch/domiciled in another Branch with a view to re-opening a similar account.
    Accounts re-streaming should be carried out in line with the Banks policy.
    Together with BM, create ownership of the branch performance targets. Agree on branch execution plans/strategies and ensure they are aligned to the Bank’s overall strategy- Growth, Transformation, and Returns.

    Internal Controls & Risk Management: Time split 10%

    Ensure that Absa bank¡¦s policies and procedures are adhered to at all times when handling different products.
    Ensure adherence to all KYC & AML Processes with regard to new and existing business and that proper documentation is in place.
    Ensure compliance with Operations Risk requirements to avoid losses arising from operational lapses.
    Manage costs within your area of operation.
    Effectively carry out branch snap checks as assigned by the assistant branch manager.
    Ensure the new business is properly booked and all income due to the Bank in terms of charges, commissions, and fees are collected as per the current tariff.
    Accurate customer information is captured in the core banking system.

    Customer Experience: Time split 20%

    Ensure excellent customer experience is maintained at all times.
    Ensure set TAT in account onboarding and loan processing is achieved at all times.
    Appraise and promptly act on customer issues /complaints escalating as necessary to ensure timely resolution.
    Ensure set TAT in response to customer queries by phone, email, or letters is strictly adhered to.
    Ensure customer data is up to date at all times
    Ensure branch NPS scores are maintained as per the set standards
    In conjunction with the Branch Manager, co-ordinate branch initiatives aimed at gathering feedback from customers on service standards and advise leadership for improvements
    Monitor service to ensure customers are served within acceptable waiting time having a work plan for both peak and off-peak periods.

    Capacity Building & People Management: Time split 10%

    In conjunction with the Branch Manager, Assistant Branch Manager and other branch colleagues create a conducive work environment, teamwork and effective succession opportunities to ensure maximum productivity.
    Ensure the assigned e-learning and internal training activities for self and direct reports are undertaken within set timelines.
    Determine and manage Training Needs Analysis and own succession planning.
    Manage your own leave by working closely with your Line Manager

    Work Cycle and Impact:

    Submission of daily performance reports to the branch manager.
    Review of unfunded accounts within the portfolio.
    Review and recovery of delinquency accounts.

    Ideal Job Competencies
    Technical Competencies

    Technology Skills: Knowledge of computerized banking applications and spreadsheets
    Conceptual and analytical skills: Ability to quickly grasp and understand systems and keen on details
    Risk management: Ability to anticipate and mitigate risk by implementing appropriate risk management policies for the bank
    Compliance and Regulatory Framework: Top nick understanding of the regulatory issues, reporting, and operational requirements as provided by CBK, KBA, KRA etc
    Basic Credit Skills: Good knowledge of personal and business credit underwriting and portfolio management
    Audit standards & Legislation: Good knowledge of International Accounting and Audit Standards, and Legislation
    Knowledge of Banking and Business Operations: Well-rounded knowledge of all the Banks’ products, operations, and processes and excellent knowledge of bank policies and procedures to consistently achieve the required compliance standard.

    Behavioral and Cognitive Competencies

    Results and achievements oriented: Strives to achieve results, enjoys measuring others, being measured, and being judged on performance standards and those of others he/she leads to optimize employee productivity. Ability to effectively plan and monitor the branch performance using defined systems and processes
    Leadership and Management Skills: Ability to strive for growth through performance, nurture and grow talent for self. Capability to mentor and manage changes. Self-empowerment to enable the development of open communication. Teamwork and trust are needed to support performance and a customer service-oriented culture
    Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Well-developed oral and report-writing skills, ability to work with others. Effectively communicate with and manage customer expectations (Internal/external), and other stakeholders who impact performance.
    Negotiation & Selling Skills: Must be a good negotiator, particularly in changing behavior and work practices but always win/win. Negotiate with customers on product offerings to grow customer numbers/value and product uptake
    Human Resource Management Skills: Basic leadership skills, team building, and ability to train, develop, lead and work with highly motivated teams
    Personal Ethics; Must be honest, fair, just but firm with self, and of high integrity
    Relationship Management: Managing client relationships so as to ensure excellent customer experience leading to value added to the customer and increase in the Banks share of wallet
    Conscious of banks reputation: Protect and enhance the bank’s reputation

    Education

    Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

    Application Deadline – 20 April 2022

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  • Finance Officer

    Finance Officer

    POSITION SUMMARY
    Based in Nairobi, Kenya, the Finance Officer will be a full-time member of the Adeso Finance team and will play a crucial role in supporting the finance affairs of Adeso and its subsidiaries and work closely with the Finance Manager with the following responsibilities:
    FINANCE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Provide accounting support to Adeso projects and management while ensuring compliance with internal controls, donor regulations and budget restrictions.
    Work with all field finance staff to ensure that all financial transactions are recorded in an accurate and consistent manner and in accordance with quality of the data and agreed timelines. This includes coding of payment vouchers before making payment, and ensure an efficient, proper and transparent financial filing system of all documents relating to finance are maintained (e.g., monthly payment of bills, contracts, rent and local salaries).
    Work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure all reconciliations are performed and posted on a timely basis. This includes cash and bank reconciliations as well as control accounts such as prepayment, accruals, advances, salary control accounts, PAYE Accounts etc.
    Prepare and examine accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports and ensure accuracy, completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
    Plan for cash flow requirements for the project and submit updated cash forecast and monthly cash requests to the Finance Manager on a timely basis.
    Process and make payments as provided in the approved budgets.
    Ensure timely recovery of all advances including travel and mid-month advances and provide monthly update of any outstanding advances to the staff for liquidations.
    Ensure proper procurement procedures are adhered to at all times, including maintaining of vendor contracts, lease agreements, and any other service contracts as may be required.
    Ensure that proper authorization is obtained for all disbursements. Assess accuracy and completeness of documentation and conformity with reporting and procedural standards.
    Assist in the orientation of new staff (Finance and non-finance staff).
    Assist in the identification of best practices within and outside of Adeso and help in the documentation and implementation of such practices.
    Help in assessing any system gaps and bottlenecks to improve the finance system.
    Assist in the institutional and programme audits and where necessary liaise regularly with auditors (internal and external) and government agencies.
    Undertake regular financial monitoring in the field/country sub-offices and ensure that staff adhere to Adeso and donor financial requirements, policies and procedures; including on matters of recruitment, procurement, allocations of expenses, compliance and reporting.
    Perform systems audit of Adeso Country offices and ensure that all supporting documents, proposals, contracts and amendments with donors follow the internal procedures. Verify that financial reports are coherent and adhere to donor and Adeso standards before submission.
    Assist in the drafting of annual financial statements as and when required.
    Other finance tasks as required.

    SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

    Undergraduate degree in a relevant subject.
    Minimum 5 years’ management experience in Finance and Administration in non-profit and private sector organizations.
    Demonstrable knowledge in the following areas: compliance, donor rules and regulations, project management, logistics (including asset management, office management) procurement (including tendering processes, procurement plans).
    Excellent in both spoken and written English.
    Excellent analytical skills.
    Strong command of software applications, such as Microsoft Navison, Word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
    Experience in writing, rolling out and institutionalizing policies and procedures.
    Personal qualities of integrity and commitment to the mission of Adeso.
    Strong decision making, team building and negotiation skills.
    Excellent management, leadership and people skills.

    All applications should be sent to jobs@adesoafrica.org, or apply on our Website by 28th April, 2023 with the Finance Manager on the subject line. The selection committee will review all applications as they arrive. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered.Each application package should include the following:Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Adeso is an equal opportunity employer.

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    jobs@adesoafrica.org

  • Public Information Officer /Communications Team Leader, P3

    Public Information Officer /Communications Team Leader, P3

    Competencies

    Professionalism: Knowledge of different aspects of public information and communication. Ability to address a range of issues in the context of political developments, public attitudes and local conditions. Ability to conceptualize, design and implement major information campaigns. Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources. Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships. Ability to produce a variety of written communications products in a clear, concise style and utilizes creativity to improve products. Ability to deliver oral presentations to various audiences. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
    Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
    Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.

    Education

    An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration or related field.
    A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public information, journalism, international relations, public administration or related area is required.
    Experience with crisis communications and social media is required.
    Experience in graphic design, and photo or video editing software is required.
    At least two (2) years in the past five (5) years of international field experience (actual setting where a mission or project is being implemented) in aid operations (complex emergency or natural disaster) is desirable.
    Field experience in the Region (Eastern and/or Southern Africa) is desirable.
    Experience in a regional communications role is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French and/or Arabic is desirable. Knowledge of Portuguese and/or Swahili is desirable.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Vocational and Technical Trainer – Electrical Engineering (Power Option) 

Vocational and Technical Trainer- Building Technology 

Vocational and Technical Trainer – Land Survey 

Vocational and Technical Trainers- Analytical Chemistry 

Vocational and Technical Trainers- Catering and Accommodation 

Vocational and Technical Trainers- Clothing and Textile/Fashion and Design 

Vocational and Technical Trainer – Information Communication Technology (ICT) 

Vocational and Technical Trainers- Secretarial Studies 

Assistant Vocational and Technical Trainers – Plumbing

    Vocational and Technical Trainer – Electrical Engineering (Power Option) Vocational and Technical Trainer- Building Technology Vocational and Technical Trainer – Land Survey Vocational and Technical Trainers- Analytical Chemistry Vocational and Technical Trainers- Catering and Accommodation Vocational and Technical Trainers- Clothing and Textile/Fashion and Design Vocational and Technical Trainer – Information Communication Technology (ICT) Vocational and Technical Trainers- Secretarial Studies Assistant Vocational and Technical Trainers – Plumbing

    For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have a Bachelors Degree in any of the following fields: Renewable Energy, Wind and Geothermal Energy, Solar Installation, Green Energy, Electrical (Power Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; or equivalent and relevant qualifications from a recognized institution.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:-

    undertaking training in areas of specialization in accordance with the syllabus;
    preparing teaching/learning materials and schemes of work;
    setting and marking examination/assignment;
    carrying out research work under the guidance and supervision of a senior trainer; and
    supervising trainees’ projects and practical work

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    Interested and qualified persons are requested to submit their applications directly to the institutions where vacancies exist by filling ONE (1) PSC 2 (Revised 2016) application form and attaching copies of National ID card, academic and professional certificates, transcripts. So as to reach the respective Boards/Councils on or before 17th April 2023 (Latest 5. 00p.m East African Time).

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  • Credit Manager Sanctioning 

La Riba Universal Banker -Various locations

    Credit Manager Sanctioning La Riba Universal Banker -Various locations

    \Job Purpose.
    A credit professional responsible for credit risk structuring of transactions and sanctioning covering multiple industry sectors. The role holder will have specific responsibilities for a range of Business Banking customers. Support the Wholesale Credit team in providing credit input to Absa Bank Kenya Plc, delivering a World-Class Credit service and contributing towards achievement of the team’s risk and business objectives. Ensuring the optimal quality of the credit portfolio by application of best practice in decision-making, to a maximum personal lending discretion.
    Main accountabilities and approximate time split:
    Accountability: Credit Risk Management – Time Split: 60-70%
    Outputs:

    Ensure the highest standard of credit quality through the structure, sanctioning, monitoring and control of credit applications. Maintenance of these standards both personally and as part of the Wholesale Credit Team.
    Sole lending discretion, DG linked and set depending on personal experience/accreditation.
    Exercise judgement and discretion in the evaluation and approval/decline of higher risk classification credit proposals.
    Provide feeds into business and credit policy development, where appropriate.
    Provide feeds into credit process development, where appropriate.
    Implementation and ongoing delivery of business and credit policies and processes.
    Responsibility for personal adherence to governance, compliance and lending portfolio controls.  Ensuring own conformance to policy and procedures within the Wholesale Credit Function, including proactive management of agreed responsibilities for Data Integrity.
    Maintain interactive relationship with other risk functions and Conformance Team.
    Advise on risk reward and challenge pricing where appropriate.

    Accountability:  Business Risk Partnership – Time Split: 20-30%
    Outputs:

    Deliver service in line with agreed business needs.
    Work in partnership with Country colleagues and proactively anticipate, respond to and seek to exceed the expectations of customers. 
    Work with Country colleagues, providing post application-based coaching and discussion, where appropriate to ensure effective development and delivery of bespoke Risk solutions for customers.
    Proactively contribute to embedding agreed change management initiatives in support of process and quality improvements, cost reductions and development of people.
    Contribute towards the Team operating within cost budgets making recommendations for ‘working smarter’.

    Accountability:  Staff Management – Time Split: 10-20%
    Outputs:

    Support the Team Leaders in delivering effective performance development for individuals within the team.
    Drive proactive application of Absa Bank Kenya Plc Behaviors both personally and throughout the team and coach and support colleagues within the Team.

    Technical skills / Competencies:
    Technical Skills:

    Analytical and numerate.
    Technical Lending Analysis.
    Credit Risk Management skills with accreditation.
    Effective negotiation and influencing skills.

    Competencies:

    Strong intellect balanced by practical and pragmatic approach.
    Decisive.
    Strong Stakeholder relationship management ability.
    Communications (written and oral) and presentations.

    Knowledge, Expertise and Experience:
    Knowledge and skills:

    Relating to specialist knowledge and expertise required to undertake the role. May include knowledge of the Bank’s products, services and policies.

    Expertise and Experience:
    Essential:

    Bachelors Degree
    Sound knowledge of credit risk mandatory procedures.
    Working knowledge of Group policies, pricing and strategies relative to the credit function.
    Good commercial awareness.
    Sound credit related product and services knowledge for Business Banking.
    Working knowledge of Absa structures and strategies.
    Previous experience of corporate market and or risk is desirable

    Preferred:

    ACIB/Moody’s Accreditation/equivalent business experience/other appropriate qualification (Degree) is preferable.
    Previous sanctioning experience will be an advantage.

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  • Telemarketing Unit Sales Manager

    Telemarketing Unit Sales Manager

    Job Summary
    To build and develop a high-performing team of Data Led sales agents through embedding efficient business development, performance management and coaching.
    Job Description
    Drive Business Performance and Growth – Time Spilt 30%

    Drive Team performance against key performance standards as communicated and agreed with the Center Manager and the Data Led Sales Manager in areas including: Portfolio growth Sales delivery and revenue contribution Customer experience and Net Promoter Score Operational risk and control rigor management Call productivity-100% Leads utilization on assigned leads Quality Assurance- Call quality as per QA matrix
    Identify business improvement opportunities and make appropriate recommendations.
    Drive business initiatives and campaigns to achieve desired business outcome
    Develop strategies for maintaining and further penetrating existing customers base and execute the strategy through supporting the agents to actively data mine within the portfolio, customer needs assessments and expanded customer relationship
    Proactively track and manage customer feedbacks from their interactions with the agents to ensure follow up and closure of pipeline generated

    Management of telemarketing agents – Time split 40%

    Provide business support to agents through daily, weekly, and monthly performance tracking to achieve the team targets
    Prepare and share daily, weekly, and monthly team performance reports to the Center Manager as required.
    Daily monitoring of agents’ sales activities and ensure adherence to the time structure document.
    Agree individual targets with the agents for products and campaigns and drive performance
    Motivate staff and ensure they are recognized through the Absa recognition schemes
    Ensure that the agents understand the compensation plans in place.
    Identify training needs of the team and arrange for these needs to be met through on-the-job coaching and formal training.
    Sit for agent interviews based on shortlist provided by the CLM Center Manager, PF and Resource Coordinator. 
     Induct new agents and ensure that they participate in formal induction as well as the compulsory compliance training courses
     Sit for disciplinary hearings for misconduct or incapacity charges together with PF
     Drive proper sales practices/ call etiquette to ensure NPS score targets are achieved.

    Operational Rigour and Compliance with KYC requirements -Time split 15%

     Ensure accuracy of product applications from the agents.
     Ensure that relevant approvals for all applications are always sought as guided in the laid down procedures.
     Sample at least 2 sales applications per product daily and listen to the recorded conversation between the agent and the customer thereby checking quality of the call.
     Achieve operational rigour excellence in all aspects of procedures and processes personally undertaken to ensure green audit.
     Comply with general Absa operational risk & rigour requirements including Health & Safety standards, security of premises, KYC and anti-money laundering regulations.

    Contribute to Development of the Team – Time split 15%

     Share knowledge and experience with agents and other Sales Managers in the team.
    Achieve personal development by participating in development programs and training
     Provide cover for other Sales Managers in case of leave/absence.
     Deputize the TMU Center Manager when required.

    Education
    Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

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    absa.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Technical Sales Representative

    Technical Sales Representative

    Responsibilities:

    Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets for the roof products category.
    Actively seek out new sales opportunities through field sales, cold calling, networking, email, and social media.
    Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations on products and services to potential clients.
    Provide technical advice regarding our roofing products, including roof windows, light tunnels, and loft ladders.
    Maintain relationships with clients by providing support, information, and guidance; researching and recommending new opportunities; recommending profit and service improvements.
    Collect, analyze, and summarize information for quality reporting.
    Establish and enforce organizational standards for maintaining quality service.
    Participate in trade and industry expos, trade events/activations, or other networking events to realize quality sales opportunities with potential for conversions.
    Negotiate and handle objections or complaints from clients.
    Maintain personal development by attending regular training or workshops, establishing personal networks, and reviewing industry-related publications, sales techniques, and business models.

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Sales, Engineering, or a related field with at least 4+ years of proven sales experience.
    Previous experience in selling roof products and technical knowledge is an added advantage.
    Proficiency in written and spoken English.
    Passion for sales and customer engagement.
    Good interpersonal and communication skills.
    Proficiency in basic office applications.
    Strong organizational and time management skills.

    Apply via :

    classic-mouldings.com

  • Solutions Architect Specialist

    Solutions Architect Specialist

    Job Purpose
    To develop technical solution and architectures to problems and opportunities presented by Business, considering functional and non-functional aspects of such solutions and utilizing available technology assets.
    The role will act as the Solutions architect for major system projects and will provide technical direction and proposals to meet business requirements or cover existing functionality and designs gap.
    Additionally, the role is responsible for maintaining the availability and reliability of IT infrastructure to ensure that IT can effectively meet service targets in accordance with planned business operational objectives; to ensure that proper end to end solution design and functionality is achieved and released into the production environments.
    Key Accountabilities
    Architecture design 65%

    Apply relevant research methodologies, tools, and techniques to gather information effectively and purposefully
    Provide specialist advice and support in area of accountability to ensure that identified solutions and recommendations are appropriate and effective.
    Deliver IT architecture and Solution analysis services as per agreed performance contract
    Understand and apply existing best practice frameworks to assist in the implementation of identified subject matter processes and standards.
    Identify and recommend new innovative ways of achieving quality results
    Optimize the availability of the IT infrastructure to deliver cost effective improvements that deliver tangible benefits to business units and customers
    Provide a range of IT availability reporting to ensure that agreed levels of availability, reliability and maintainability are measured and monitored on an ongoing basis
    Take actions to achieve reductions in frequency and duration of incidents that impact Infrastructure Services availability
    Ensure shortfalls in Infrastructure Services availability are recognized and appropriate corrective actions are identified and progressed
    Create and maintain a forward-looking availability plan aimed at improving the overall availability of IT services and infrastructure components to ensure that existing and future availability requirements can be met
    Organize and maintain a regular availability review process with both key business and IT representatives
    Initiate and coordinate actions required to maintain or improve availability of IT infrastructure.
    Act as a coordination point for changes to availability levels of IT infrastructure when needed.
    Establish measures and reporting that reflect business, user and IT support requirements with regards to IT Infrastructure availability
    Participate in Change Control meetings to assess and authorize changes from an availability perspective
    Assist in SLA negotiation efforts from an availability capability standpoint
    Define the key targets of availability required for the applications and their components that underpin a new or enhanced IT application as the basis for an SLA agreement
    Analyse and review actual availability levels achieved against SLAs and OLAs
    Maintain an awareness of technology advancements and best practices that support application availability

    Solution Analysis 20%.

    Translate documented business requirements into functional and non-functional technical requirements for development/implementation.
    Support project management and provide technical oversight on projects to ensure that requirements are in alignment with business strategies and business architecture roadmap/framework
    Translate strategic initiatives into delivery-focused change initiatives, while translating business processes and issues into effective conceptual and logical models.
    Reviewing development to ensure what is delivered is in line with technical requirements and business intent
    Set baseline through introduction of standards and working practices such as coding standards, design principles and tools.
    Experimenting by building prototypes, frameworks and foundations to be consumed by the technical team.
    Propose and keep a repository of solutions and architectural improvements.
    Participating in technology selection and identifying fit for purpose technology solutions.

    Business Liaison 10%

    Identify service needs for the Business Units represented to IT
    Escalate Business unit service issues to the Service Manager
    Communicate service status on service issues to the Business Unit
    Assist in SLA negotiation efforts with Business Unit(s)
    Report on quality of services rendered to Business Unit(s)

    Risk Management 5%

    Build relationship with country Technology Risk and Compliance team and provide support wherever required.
    Contribute and deliver to the improvement of the risk profile by delivering improved governance, risk management, controls and compliance requirements.
    Devise and implement an effective plan to deliver a satisfactory risk and audit profile for Operations & IT and achieve audit and assurance targets.
    Proactively identify solution design & delivery risk & associated mitigating strategies throughout the development / initiative lifecycle
    Apply the organization risk & governance frameworks
    Ensure solution designs align to the organizations regulatory, compliance & governance frameworks
    Proactively involve / engage chapter & guild leads in solution decision making, applying an enterprise-wide lens to product & service development
    Deliver on time & on budget (always).

    People 10%

    Participate in peer & dev team reviews (code, solution, testing etc.) and transfer knowledge and capability across delivery teams for improved solutioning & evolving architectural practices
    Work as a high-performance contributor as part of agile delivery teams across the organization & continuously improve skills & knowledge in agile / other practices for successful delivery.
    Build & evolve the architectural capability of Delivery teams across the business through active coaching & information / knowledge sharing

    Education and experience required

    Undergraduate or higher in Computer Science or any other Technology related field.
    IT infrastructure planning and operations experience
    7 years minimum IT experience
    Experience in digital financial services from either Telco or Financial Institution companies.
    Experience in solutions development lifecycle management using waterfall, agile & hybrid methodologies.

    Subject Matter Expert Qualifications

    ITIL Certification.
    Any cloud certification.
    Network certification – Specialist in Enterprise Design and implementations.
    Firewalls, switching and routing certifications
    Excellent understanding of Infrastructure.
    Minimum of 4 years’ service management experience

    Knowledge and skills: (Maximum of 6)

    Translate Bus Requirements to Tech Solutions (Solid)
    Cloud expertise (Solid)
    ITIL – Governance Framework (Solid)
    Strategic Thinking (Solid)
    Understand the IT service delivery within a corporate environment (Advanced)
    Negotiation Skills (Solid)
    Communication Skills (Written and Verbal) (Solid)
    Conceptual thinking, ability to analyse, make decision and initiate action (Solid)

    Competencies: (Maximum of 6 competencies)

    Agile ways of working (Meets all the requirements)
    Business Analysis (Meets all the requirements)
    Solution Design and Architecture (Meets all the requirements)
    Commercial mindset – (Meets all the requirements)
    Creative and innovative thinking (Meets all the requirements)
    Openness to change (Meets some of the requirements and would need further development)

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    absa.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Underwriting Manager

    Underwriting Manager

    Job Summary
    The job holder is responsible for delivering growth and underwriting profitability through proper selection and adequate pricing of risks. They will also ensure that the underwriting operations are in strict adherence to the company’s customer service charter. Provide leadership to the underwriting team and to manage underwriting of general business as per the set guidelines and the company strategic plan.
    Job Description
    STRATEGIC ROLE

    Support the head of department in preparation of departmental strategic objectives and initiatives and implementation plan within the department in line with corporate goals.
    Establish an efficient renewal process to achieve the set turnaround time for issuance of renewal notices and deliver the desired retention and directly negotiate major corporate renewals to ensure business retention.
    Provide technical expertise on rates review depending on specific class loss ratio to improve performance and manage loss ratio.
    Participate in preparation of underwriting department budget and assist in its implementation.
    Developing the relationship with existing clients, intermediaries and financial institutions to ensure continued business growth.
    Collect relevant information and feedback from the market to be incorporated in innovation of new products to meet the changing clients’ needs and wide range of products.
    Review nonperforming accounts and advise risk improvement measures in liaison with claims department and Head of Underwriting Officer/Regional Centre of Excellence
    Provide leadership to the underwriting team through training and staff motivation to achieve the underwriting objectives.
    Supervise the Underwriting team with a view to ensuring achievement of departmental objectives and eventually Company objectives in line with the strategic plan.

    OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

    Preparing and maintaining up to date underwriting manual / underwriting guide and enforce compliance.
    Review the risks accepted in the company to ensure that they are within the set underwriting guidelines and are covered under the reinsurance programme.
    Establish a proper documentation of risks and timely issuance of certificates, debits, policy documents and endorsements.
    Provide guidance to underwriting staff and branch underwriters on various enquiries for risk acceptance.
    Setting up authority levels in the department and ensuring adherence to set levels.
    Facilitate continuous audit of all systems and procedures are always carried out and data audit for integrity and correctness.
    Approve quotations done by underwriters and BD team as per Mandates/guidelines
    Approve policies done by underwriting teams as per set mandates · Review and approve Debit and Credit Notes
    Approve renewal terms proposed by underwriting teams as per set guidelines
    Ensure risk acceptance and liability allocation is in line with reinsurance facilities in place Participate in the arrangement of reinsurance programme to ensure adequate treaty facility Ensure the regulatory reports and requirements on underwriting are met
    Constant liaison with the business network and key stakeholders to undertake appropriate measures on complaints and queries assigned on own work stream.
    Participate in development of new products ·
    Participate in development of reinsurance treaty programme.

    REPORTS AND COMPLIANCE

    Monitor compliance with the regulatory requirements and all regulatory bodies is IRA, AKI. Annual review of documentation to ensure they meet the standard of business lines in line with policy terms and conditions.
    Participate in management meeting, projects and committees as assigned and prepare underwriting reports to support management decision.

    STAFF MANAGEMENT AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

    Conduct as per company guideline performance management process from setting key performance indicators with staff in the department, review of performance, continuous coaching and mentoring in the department.
    Drive high performance and conduct quarterly performance reviews of the team member’s performance
    Participate in hiring required talent to fill in all vacancies in the function
    Overall supervision, appraisal, training and development of staff in the underwriting and reinsurance departments.

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

    Bachelor’s degree in Insurance or related field.
    Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
    Seven (7) years relevant working experience, three (3) of which should have been at manager level/in a similar role.

    MANDATORY PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

    Diploma in insurance ACII OR AIIK
    Member of relevant professional body

    Knowledge & Skills

    Networking skills
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    Strong leadership skills including mentoring
    Legislation and compliance
    Strategic planning and management
    Strong ability to influence peer group 
    Risk and fraud management
    Human resource management practices
    Financial control and management
    Strong negotiation skills with partners

    Competencies

    Formulation strategies and concepts
    Deciding and initiating action 
    Adapting and responding to change 
    Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking
    Relating and networking
    Applying expertise and technology
    Persuading and influencing
    Leading and supervising

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  • Premier Relationship Manager 

Senior Communication Manager

    Premier Relationship Manager Senior Communication Manager

    Job Summary
    To provide specialist advice and support in sales, enabling the provision of sound claims assessment expertise.
    Job Description

    Constantly seek to improve ways of working by challenging the status quo and supporting an empowering climate within the team, sharing knowledge, experience, best practice and providing constructive feedback as required
    Compliance and Risk Management: Fulfil all activities in adherence to relevant control and compliance requirements, and quality standard
    Customer Experience:To provide service excellence and achieve customer satisfaction

    Education
    Higher Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

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