Vacancies at Kenindia Assurance Company Limited

Main Purpose of the Job - (Job Summary)

Overall responsibility for the marketing function of general business for the company including formulating and implementation of strategies for business growth.

Main Responsibilities 

• Formulating and leading in the implementation of the marketing strategy, policies processes and procedures to support the achievement of the overall business objectives. 
• Supervising and Overseeing of branch marketing activities.
• Identifying marketing opportunities by identifying consumer requirements.
• Determining annual / periodical gross written premium plans by forecasting and developing annual sales quarters for branches. 
• Coordinating marketing activities 
• Coordinating marketing campaigns and programs to reach target audience 
• Developing a Marketing Plan and supervise its implementation 
• Coordinate public relations managing marketing budget and options for advertisement.
• Promote the company its image and the brand to the public 
• Developing , Overseeing and implementation of Reward programs 
• Developing products and services. 
• Commissioning  market research 
• Preparing , monitoring and reporting on the marketing budgetary allocations 
• Talent Management including coaching, mentoring, developing, motivating, training and evaluating staff in the Marketing Department to achieve the highest levels of performance.
• Leading and Managing the Marketing Department related company communication.
• Identifying, Implementing and benchmarking best practices in management.
• Ensuring customer service to both internal and external clients by providing required services and information.
• Managing and implementing changing initiatives to achieve desired business plans and culture.

Job Specifications
Relevant Experience

At least 5 years of  experience in insurance in a similar position

Academic Qualifications

• Master of Science in Insurance/Marketing
• Bachelor of Commerce (Insurance)

Professional Qualifications

• Fellow of the Insurance Institute of Kenya FCII
• Associate of the Insurance Institute of Kenya ACII
• Chartered Marketer

Key Job Skills (specific to the job)

•  Financial Planning and Strategy,
•  Marketing Concepts,
•  Market Positioning,
•  People Management,
•  Territory Management,
•  Sales Planning, 
•  Comparative  Analysis, 
•  Understanding the Customer,
•  Product Development, 
•  Client Relationships,
•  Creative Services
• Insurance Skills (special Category)
•  General Business Management Skills 
•  Insurance Marketing Skills 
•  Selling Skills
•  Negotiating Skills 

General Skills 

•  Communication skills
•  Interpersonal skills
•  Customer Service
•  IT skills (fluency)

Our Competencies/Behaviours

• Integrity 
• Reliability 
• Transparency 
• Professionalism 
• Teamwork 
• Quality 

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Main Purpose of the Job - (Job Summary)

Implement the Compliance Strategy by ensuring compliance by the business with applicable legislation through the implementation of compliance risk management and monitoring plans.

Main Responsibilities 

• Interpreting proposed, new and existing regulations for the business to enable management prepare appropriate plans for implementation or for engagement with the regulators.
• Conducting statutory compliance reviews and following up on management implementation actions to ensure timely resolution of compliance gaps and to also ensure adequate processes and controls are put in place to enhance compliance.
• Assist the Money Laundering Reporting Officer in compliance reviews on Anti-Money Laundering and CFT in line with legislations
• Assist the Data Protection Officer on data processing requirements to ensure compliance with the data protection legislation.
• Assist the Risk and Compliance Manager in ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) compliance reviews in line with legislations.
• Any other duties assigned

Job Specifications

Relevant Experience

• At least 2 years of relevant experience

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree  in business related field

 Professional Qualifications

• Professional qualification such as Actuarial, CPA, ACCA. ACII or Forensics and a current membership to a relevant professional body.

Key Job Skills (specific to the job)

• Compliance management
• Analytical skills
• Project management
• People management 
• Ability to understand the big picture in which the business is operating, the inter-play between the different components 

Insurance Skills (special Category)

• Insurance knowledge
• Understanding of the key regulations

General Skills 

• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Customer Service
• IT skills (fluency)

Our Competencies/Behaviours

• Integrity 
• Reliability 
• Transparency 
• Professionalism 
• Teamwork 
• Quality 

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Main Purpose of the Job - (Job Summary)

As an Assistant Manager in Information Systems Audit, you will conduct internal audits related to information technology functions, processes, and technology applications supporting business operations. Responsibilities include risk analysis, control testing, and proposing process and control enhancements. Your role involves presenting detailed reports summarizing audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders, facilitating continuous improvement within the organization.

Main Responsibilities 

• Policy Alignment and Proactive IT Protection: Review company policies and procedures to ensure alignment with the strategic vision and proactive protection of IT assets, responding to evolving threats and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Risk Assessments: Conduct continuous vulnerability and risk assessments of the information technology environment, covering general system controls, infrastructure controls, and application controls.
• Information Systems Controls Evaluation: Evaluate the functionality and documentation of information systems controls across all areas of the company's operations.
• Implementation Lifecycle Assessments: Evaluate the technical viability of projects involving new IT software and hardware during pre-implementation reviews. Additionally, conduct post-implementation reviews for newly installed information systems and system changes to ensure effectiveness and propose enhancements.
• Security Controls Assessment: Assess security controls on the company's information systems, covering Oracle databases, LAN, WAN, PABX, office automation software systems, and email solutions.
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Controls Review: Review internal controls pertaining to Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans.
• Ad Hoc Assignments and Forensic Investigations: Assist the Information Systems Audit Manager in conducting ad hoc assignments and forensic investigations.
• Follow-up Reviews: Conduct follow-up reviews of previous audit recommendations, reporting on the status of their implementation.
• Attend to any other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Information Systems Audit Manager.

Job Specifications

Relevant Experience

• At least 4 years of relevant experience

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field from a recognized university

Professional Qualifications

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA);
• Other Certifications such as CISM, CCNA, Oracle or equivalent are a plus
• Membership to a professional association  

Key Job Skills (specific to the job)

IS Audit Assistant Manager Job Description:

Position Overview:

The IS Audit Assistant Manager role requires a seasoned professional with a robust technical background to play a pivotal role in enhancing Information Systems (IS) audits. This position demands advanced technical expertise in information systems, and effective communication skills, reporting directly to the IS Audit Manager to ensure the execution of comprehensive IS audits.

Key Technical Competencies:

• Demonstrate exceptional proficiency in drafting clear, concise, and insightful audit reports. 
• Develop expertise in comprehensive audit documentation.
• Exhibit a proven ability to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and understanding of audit objectives and outcomes. 
• Possess in-depth knowledge of industry-standard security frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST, ensuring comprehensive alignment with security best practices.
• Proficiency in assessing and enhancing cybersecurity measures, including threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and incident response planning.
• Exhibit advanced understanding of network security protocols and technologies, ensuring robust protection against evolving cyber threats. 
• Expertise in evaluating and enhancing security controls within cloud computing environments.
• In-depth understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., Kenya Data Protection Act) and expertise in recommending controls to ensure compliance.
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate IT-related risks, incorporating risk management best practices into audit processes.
• Expertise in testing incident response plans, ensuring the organization is well-prepared to handle and recover from security incidents.
• Familiarity with a variety of auditing tools and techniques for assessing system controls, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring security measures.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and capability to assess their impact on information security and audit processes.
• Adept in IT governance principles and compliance frameworks, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Proficient in leveraging data analytics tools (e.g., CaseWare IDEA) for advanced audit procedures, enhancing efficiency and insight generation.
• Develop an understanding of secure software development practices, ensuring that applications are developed with security in mind.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of IT infrastructure components and configurations, ensuring comprehensive evaluations of system controls.
• Exhibit effective collaboration with IT teams to bridge technical and audit perspectives, ensuring a holistic approach to information security.
• Apply advanced auditing concepts and methodologies to ensure thorough and compliant audit processes.

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Main Purpose of the Job - (Job Summary)

Planning and executing sales & marketing activities through the preparation of tenders, quotations and market knowledge in order to attain new business targets as well as achieve high business retention by attending client service meetings to ensure customer satisfaction.  

Main Responsibilities 

• Implementing departmental processes and procedures in line with the overall business objective
• Preparing marketing reports and submitting on time for decision making.
• Ensure preparations and timely dispatch of quotations and tenders 
• Plan and execute marketing and client service meetings
• Maintain a good rapport with clients by enhancing customer visits and partnerships
• Ensure high level of business portfolio retention 
• Marketing of products to intermediaries and direct clients to achieve the set targets
• Preparation and execution of product presentation documents that meets the client needs 
• Ensuring superior customer service to clients by providing required service delivery
• Championing of teamwork and good interpersonal relations in order to achieve motivation and highest levels of performance
• Providing timely communication of required information to both internal and external clients in order to achieve superior customer service
• Implementing departmental change initiatives to achieve desired plans and culture

Job Specifications

Relevant Experience

• At least  3 years of relevant experience

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in insurance or business related course

Professional Qualifications

• Diploma in FLMI/AIIK/ACII
• Sales and Marketing

Key Job Skills (specific to the job)

• Initiative skills
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills

Insurance Skills (special Category)

• Selling skills
• Product knowledge
• Analytical skills
• Networking skills
• Business searching skills
• Presentation skills

General Skills (Generic)

• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Service
• IT skill (fluency)

Our Competencies/Behaviors

• Integrity 
• Reliability 
• Transparency 
• Professionalism 
• Teamwork 
• Quality 

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Main Purpose of the Job - (Job Summary)

Implement the risk management framework by supporting the various divisions/departments identify and analyse their risks and also monitor on a regular basis the implementation of the management actions/mitigating actions.

Main Responsibilities 

• Implement the risk management framework by ensuring the implementation of risk processes i.e. risk identification, risk assessment, risk monitoring and reporting.
• Embedding the risk culture across the business unit through carrying out risk awareness activities.
• Reviewing risk management activities across various departments ensuring Kenindia risk policies are implemented and complied with.
• Interfacing with managers to ensure that risk management is embedded in their daily responsibilities. 
• Maintaining the risk registers and producing risk reports.
• Assist the Risk and Compliance Manager in the coordination role of managing the Quality Management System.
• Any other duties assigned

Job Specifications

Relevant Experience

At least 2 years of relevant experience

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree  in business related field

 Professional Qualifications

• Professional qualification such as Actuarial, CPA, ACCA. ACII or Forensics and a current membership to a relevant professional body.

Key Job Skills (specific to the job)

• Risk management
• Analytical skills
• People management 
• Ability to understand the big picture in which the business is operating, the inter-play between the different components 

Insurance Skills (special Category)

• Insurance knowledge
• Understanding of the key regulations

General Skills 

• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Customer Service
• IT skills (fluency)

Our Competencies/Behaviours

• Integrity 
• Reliability 
• Transparency 
• Professionalism 
• Teamwork 
• Quality  
   

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Main Purpose of the Job - (Job Summary)

As the Information Systems Audit Manager, you will lead and oversee the information systems audit function, ensuring the adequacy and effectiveness of system controls, safeguarding company data, and maintaining systems integrity. Your responsibilities include leading a team of auditors, planning and executing audits, and delivering comprehensive reports to senior management, contributing to the organization's overall security and operational efficiency.

Main Responsibilities 

• Leadership and Planning: Manage the IS Audit team and oversee the formulation and execution of the IS Audit plan.
• Information Systems Reviews: Lead reviews of the company's information systems, internal controls, and security measures, providing improvement recommendations.
• Controls Evaluation for New Systems: Review the adequacy and effectiveness of internal and security controls on new information systems and system changes, suggesting improvements.
• Audit Program Development: Develop detailed information systems audit programs based on documented procedures for each audit assignment.
• Comprehensive Audit Testing: Conduct comprehensive audit tests on automated systems, aligning with the Annual Audit Plan, and propose enhancements.
• Pre and Post-implementation Reviews: Conduct pre-implementation reviews for projects with new IT software and hardware, assessing technical viability, and recommending enhancements. Additionally, lead post-implementation reviews for newly installed information systems and system changes, providing improvement recommendations.
• Review internal controls related to Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans, proposing enhancements.
• Detailed Reporting: Draft detailed reports, including findings, implications, and recommendations, and discuss them with senior management.
• Report Finalization and Approval: Finalize reports with findings, recommendations, and implementation schedules, seeking approval from the Chief Internal Auditor.
• Follow-up Review Management: Oversee and conduct follow-up reviews of previous audit recommendations, reporting on the status of their implementation.
•  IS Audit Plan Implementation: Ensure the implementation of the IS Audit Plan and provide periodic updates to the Chief Internal Auditor.
• Audit Program Review: Review audit programs developed by the IS Audit Assistant for completeness.
• Working Papers and Draft Report Review: Review audit working papers and draft reports prepared by the IS Audit Assistant.
• Talent Management: Manage talent within the IS Audit team, providing coaching, mentoring, development, motivation, training, and evaluations for staff members.

Job Specifications
Relevant Experience

• At least 6 years of relevant experience at Manager level

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field from a recognized university
• Master’s Degree is an added advantage

Professional Qualifications

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); 
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is an added advantage.
• Membership to a professional association  

Key Job Skills (specific to the job)

IS Audit Manager Job Description:

Position Overview:

The IS Audit Manager role requires a seasoned professional with a robust technical background to oversee and execute comprehensive Information Systems (IS) audits. The successful candidate should possess advanced leadership capabilities and exceptional communication skills to articulate complex technical findings to diverse stakeholders.

Key Technical Competencies:

• Reporting and Audit Documentation: Exceptional proficiency in drafting clear, concise, and insightful audit reports. Expertise in comprehensive audit documentation practices to facilitate understanding and decision-making.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders. Ensure effective communication, collaboration, and understanding of audit objectives and outcomes.
• In-depth knowledge of industry-standard security frameworks such as ISO 27001, and NIST, ensuring comprehensive alignment with security best practices.
• Proficient in assessing and enhancing cybersecurity measures, including threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and incident response planning.
• Advanced understanding of network security protocols and technologies, ensuring robust protection against evolving cyber threats.
• Expertise in evaluating and enhancing security controls within cloud computing environments.
• In-depth understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., Kenya Data Protection Act) and expertise in recommending controls to ensure compliance.
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate IT-related risks, incorporating risk management best practices into audit processes.
• Expertise in testing incident response plans, ensuring the organization is well-prepared to handle and recover from security incidents.
• Familiarity with a variety of auditing tools and techniques for assessing system controls, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring security measures.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and capability to assess their impact on information security and audit processes.
• Adept in IT governance principles and compliance frameworks, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Proficient in leveraging data analytics tools (e.g., CaseWare IDEA) for advanced audit procedures, enhancing efficiency and insight generation.
• Understanding of secure software development practices, ensuring that applications are developed with security in mind.
• Stay informed about changes in relevant regulations and compliance requirements, adapting audit processes accordingly.
• In-depth understanding of IT infrastructure components and configurations, ensuring comprehensive evaluations of system controls.
• Effective collaboration with IT teams to bridge technical and audit perspectives, ensuring a holistic approach to information security.
• Application of advanced auditing concepts and methodologies to ensure thorough and compliant audit processes.