Africa Operations Manager at Blue Marble Microinsurance

About the project in scope

BMM operates in Africa, Latin America and Asia. In Africa, we are addressing the financial vulnerability of smallholder farmers through the provision of affordable insurance protection against extreme weather conditions. We started our first pilot in Zimbabwe and we have since been growing continuously across Southern and Eastern Africa. We plan to launch a number of projects shortly and we are looking to hire an operations manager to lead the operational work of setting and running a number these projects, starting in Kenya. These projects involve the development and roll-out of microinsurance products to protect financially underserved individuals against climate risks, as well as the management of all the stakeholders involved.

About the role

Working with the Senior Africa Operations Manager and the Head of Africa and Asia, the Africa Operations Manager will manage a number of Blue Marble Africa projects, starting in Kenya. Specifically, the Africa Operations Manager will hold responsibilities in project management, client relationship management, including representing BMM, as well as all operational aspects of the projects, such as product development, communication and education.

Responsibilities

• Manage BMM selected Africa projects, starting in Kenya
• Manage the relationships and represent BMM with insurance partners and local stakeholders
• Develop and complete all materials required to deliver on the objectives of the project, including product development, servicing, communications, education and closure

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Management, International Development, Economics,
2. Statistics, Actuarial Sciences, Law, Engineering (Master’s Degree preferred)
3. Strategic or operations consulting experience
4. Ability to work in Kenya preferred
5. Minimum of three years of relevant experience
6. Ability to travel within Kenya
7. Fluency in English and Swahili
8. Profile and General Skills
9. Excellent project management skills
10. Excellent interpersonal skills
11. Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills
12. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
13. Deep appreciation for financial inclusion
14. Resourcefulness
15. Entrepreneurial spirit

Perks

We offer a flexible working environment and a collegial, high-performing team culture. You will have the opportunity to make an immediate and tangible impact in underserved communities across the developing world alongside dedicated and passionate colleagues. Join
Blue Marble to boost your career; our unique ownership structure will expose you to top leaders in the insurance industry and international development organizations.