Jobs kenya april 2014-africa development jobs kenya

client a startup
company in the Insurance Industry is in need of an Insurance
Product Development Manager.
The Product Development Manager has key responsibility for
developing the product line strategy, new product development, and
distribution opportunities for the insurance business.
The role will also be responsible for managing the existing embedded
insurance product portfolio
Responsibilities include:
Develop Product Line and Distribution Strategy for the Insurance
business and explore new product categories
Ability to develop insurance portfolio planning, analysis, forecasting
and reporting - monthly, annual and long range plans
Product Management for a line of existing Insurance product
categories, planning, forecasting and product enhancement
New product development - interpret vast amount of internal and
external data, identify opportunities and recommend business
strategy.
Identify current and future consumer needs, understand competitor
offerings and threats, translate external influences (regulatory,
technology, economic & consumer trends) into opportunities or
threats and develop and assess business cases
Project management for new product development and capabilities
development; collaboration with Technologies, external partners /
underwriters, central teams as well as local contacts, etc.
Management of the embedded Insurance benefit portfolio,
relationships with product teams and actuarial partners
Strong relationship management, influencing and collaboration skills
Manage multiple partner relationships (inclusive of contract
negotiations, Quarterly Business Reviews, partner strategy, escalations,
etc.)
Desired Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s University degree required, MBA or MA specializing in
Insurance, Marketing, Economics, Actuarial Science or Finance would
be considered an asset
Insurance or financial services industry experience required
Financial acumen, experience with planning, forecasting, P&L
management experience a must
Strong analytical skills, proven ability to turn data into insights
Excellent project management skills, proven track record in managing
complex projects and driving results in a matrix environment.
Proven ability to take initiative, champion a project from conception
through implementation to evaluation.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, with emphasis on
proposal development and presentation to internal contacts, up to
senior management levels.
Excellent partner and relationship management, influencing and
collaboration skills
People Leadership experience a must.
If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and
details of your current and expected remuneration to:
resume@interviewupconsulting.com
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.