Job Offers at African Reinsurance Corporation

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• To strengthen the control function in the corporation to ensure the effectiveness of the corporation’s internal control and also to provide technical assistance to the production centres by the way of carrying out risk surveys and providing quotations for Engineering risks.

DUTIES / JOB DETAILS

• Under the guidance of the Director of Central Operations & Special Risks, the key functions of the successful candidate will include but not limited to:
• Monitor the monthly reports of each Production centre
• Propose and implement the annual audit plan
• Produce technical inspection audit reports
• Follow-up the audit issues,
• Assist the Production centres in improving their production tools including, the underwriting manual, contract wordings, rates and reports.
• Monitor claims reserving and Reserve adequacy.
• Provide technical assistance to production centres.
• Carry out risk surveys and assessment on the request of the production centres.
• Provide quotations for Engineering risks at the request of the production centres
• Assist production centres in the handling of complex claims.
• Attend to any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisors.

Main Competencies

COMPETENCIES AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• The key competencies required for the role include but not limited to the following:
• Advanced knowledge of insurance and reinsurance.
• Capacity for technical and professional proficiency, particularly with regard Insurance and reinsurance underwriting as well as risk assessment;
• Ability to train cedants and subordinate
• Ability to quickly build very good and sustainable relationship with cedants
• Capacity to respect confidentiality and professional discretion.
• Capacity for taking initiatives and decision;
• Good supervisory skills.
• Capacity for analyzing, synthesizing and reasoning
• Very Good planning & reporting skills.
• High Integrity, Rigorous and good sense of responsibility
• Ability to work under pressure in a very busy environment.
• Excellent computer skills required in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Knowledge of any other business-related software will be an added advantage
• Good team player with proven leadership and managerial experience
• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input and is willing to learn from others
• Has the ability to defend and explain difficult issues and positions
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment
• Help improve data quality for all Production centres
• Training Production centre staff through sharing lessons learnt.

Academic Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants shall be holders of:

• First University degree in the Engineering field (Civil/Construction, Mechanical, Electro-mechanical, etc.), plus Masters, plus 5 years post qualification relevant qualitative work experience with emphasis on reinsurance underwriting (both Treaty and Fac); reinsurance pricing ; claims management, risk survey and assessment.

Or

• First University degree in the Engineering field (Civil/Construction, Mechanic, Electro-mechanic, etc.), plus full professional qualification, plus 9 years post qualification relevant qualitative work experience with emphasis on reinsurance underwriting (both treaty and Fac); reinsurance pricing; claims management, risk survey and assessment.

Or

• First University degree in relevant field plus 9 years post qualification relevant qualitative work experience with emphasis on reinsurance underwriting (both treaty and Fac); reinsurance pricing; claims management, risk survey and assessment
• A qualification in relevant professional qualifications will be an added advantage.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• The successful candidate shall have the following benefits:
• Competitive Basic Salary on the Corporation’s PS Grade Level
• Variable pay (Annual Performance Bonus)
• Joint contribution to the Provident Fund (7% of the basic salary paid by staff and 14% by the employer)
• Housing Allowance
• Medical cover for staff and family
• Home leave to country of origin every one (1) year paid by the employer - if Non- Nigeria National
• Children education subsidy for each child up to 26 years (maximum 4 children)
• Duty Post Differential (Cost of Living Allowance), that may increase or decrease depending on the economic situation, paid in local currency. 

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Senior Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all Corporation facilities in Lagos, including the Lagos Head Office building, Commercial Residential Apartments, and Executive Management residences, operate at optimal efficiency while upholding the highest standards of health and safety environment (HSE). Moreover, he or she will be accountable for executing any responsibilities that may be delegated to them at any moment.

DUTIES / JOB DETAILS

• Under the supervision of the Senior Manager, Engineering & General Services, along with the leadership of the Director of General Services, the Senior Maintenance Engineer will perform the following functions:
• Oversee Facilities Services: Direct and manage the Facilities Services team to ensure the delivery of efficient maintenance, security, and housekeeping services for the facility.
• Supervise the comprehensive operations, upkeep, and administration of the Engineering/Maintenance unit.
• Perform regular inspections of electrical systems, encompassing power distribution, lighting, backup generators, fire alarm systems, water treatment plants, lifts, HVAC, and any additional equipment and services to guarantee optimal functionality.
• Oversee and manage building projects by aiding in the design and bidding stages, supervising the execution phase, and ensuring that work is carried out in accordance with Africa Re's standards, while adhering to the allocated budget and specified timeline.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to greatly minimize equipment failures and downtime.
• Oversee and ensure timely routine and scheduled preventive maintenance of all equipment and facilities.
• Perform routine safety inspections, identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective measures.
• Collaborate with the HSE team to ensure that all facilities comply with health, safety, and environmental standards as well as providing essential training and support.
• Ensure Compliance and Effectiveness: Develop and implement processes or mechanisms to ensure that Africa Re's headquarters and facilities meet Security and HSE standards while optimizing efficiency.
• Make certain that maintenance agreements are properly executed and renewed at regular intervals for all equipment and machinery in the head office building and management residences.
• Make certain that all service providers comply with SLAs and QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) standards in delivering services, equipment, and materials.
• Work alongside vendors and contractors to plan repair and maintenance tasks.
• Assist in budget planning and financial forecasting, making certain that Facilities Services activities are in accordance with approved budgets.
• Compile reports on facility maintenance activities and deliver findings to senior management.
• Conduct all associated administrative tasks, including but not limited to writing memos, preparing reports, managing payment processes, identifying quality third-party contractors, and following up on SLA drafting.
• Supervise the upkeep of Executive residences, guaranteeing a dependable, secure, and high-quality living space for Executives and their families.
• Coordinate, manage, and supervise maintenance initiatives, encompassing enhancements, refurbishments, and advancements to infrastructure.
• Work collaboratively with external contractors and vendors on specialized projects and services, guaranteeing timely completion, budget compliance, and the highest quality standards
• Collaborate with various departments to plan and implement projects that are in line with the Corporation’s strategic objectives.

Main Competencies

COMPETENCIES AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• The key competencies required for the role include but not limited to the following:

PROFESSIONALISM

• Good knowledge of Maintenance and Facilities Management
• Ability to keep records and monitor maintenance requests and works effectively
• Good knowledge of market prices of goods and services relating to maintenance services
• Ability to draft and execute contracts for maintenance services
• Computer literate with good interactive knowledge of MS office tools
• Must be proactive and focused
• Good communication, report writing and interpersonal skills
• Nationals of Members State of Africa Re

COMMUNICATION

• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively, particularly in report writing and proposals
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audience.
• Fluency in one or the two official languages of the Corporation (French or English) is an added advantage.

TEAMWORK

• Works collaboratively with Colleagues to achieve Organizational goals
• Has the ability to defend and explain difficult issues and positions
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships in a multicultural and multi-ethnic environment
• Remains calm in stressful situations.

Academic Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Applicants shall be holders of:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Building, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Relevant professional qualifications will be desirable
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience with Facilities Management or Building Maintenance will be an added advantage 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• The successful candidate shall have the following benefits:
• Competitive Basic Salary on the Corporation’s Support Staff Grade Level
• Variable pay (Annual Performance Bonus)
• Joint contribution to the Provident Fund (7% of the basic salary paid by staff and 14% by the employer)
• Children education subsidy for each child up to 26 years (maximum 4 children)
• Medical cover for staff and family.
• Housing Allowance
• Transport Allowance