Board Member at CIC Insurance

Job Description

CIC General Insurance Uganda Limited and CIC Africa Life Assurance Limited are leading financial services companies in Uganda seeking to engage dynamic, highly driven and result oriented individuals with elaborate business networks to fill the positions of Independent Board Members.

CIC General Insurance Uganda Limited and CIC Africa Life Assurance Limited are subsidiaries of CIC Africa (Uganda) Limited which was started in 2015 by a collaboration between the cooperative movement in Uganda (led by UCSCU and UCA) and CIC Insurance Group Plc in Kenya. CIC Group is a leading cooperative insurer in Africa incorporated under the laws of Kenya and with subsidiaries in Uganda, South Sudan and Malawi.

The ideal candidates should be able to demonstrate the following skills and competencies and have the prescribed qualifications and experience:

Solid Business/Commercial Experience, preferably;

1. An understanding of financial reporting and internal control principles of financial management.
2. Internal and multi – cultural experience and understanding; and
3. The aptitude and experience to fully appreciate the legal responsibilities of a Director and the Governance processes of a Public Company.
4. Other Directorships is an added advantage.

Integrity and Professionalism;

1. Must have the highest ethical standards, a keen sense of professionalism and be prepared to serve the interests of all the stakeholders.
2. Exhibit independence, objectivity and a commitment to the Company’s Corporate Governance Guidelines and its Code of Conduct and Ethics;
3. Personal qualities of intelligence, selfassuredness, inter-personal skills, commitment, communication skills, inquisitiveness, objectivity, practical wisdom, problem-solving skills, Strong decision making, action planning, prioritization skills and mature judgment.
4. A willingness to commit, as well as have, sufficient time to discharge his or her duties to the Board.
5. Ability to develop and maintain a good working relationship with the other members of the Board and with the senior management of the Company

Extensive Leadership and Management Experience

1. A successful track record in improving productivity, cost control, quality and service.