Job Positions at PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC)

Job Summary

• The role is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the organisation according to the strategic direction set by the Board of Directors.
• Driving the business’ strategic financial and developmental goals, ensuring the organisation’s budget, claims, and reinsurance objectives are met.
• The role responsible for overseeing marketing, business development, underwriting, claims, and other technical matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish appropriate systems and structures to support effective service delivery by the marketing, underwriting, and claims function
• Operate as Chief Marketer in driving business development and furthering customer relationships
• Establish and implement adequate risk management and controls for effective management of underwriting, surveys and claims
• Participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organisation.
• Update the Board of Directors on major industry trends and developments, drawing attention to their implications for the business
• Oversee the management of key account relationships, gain new clients and ensure customer satisfaction
• Develop and maintain on-going relationships with key industry contacts and regulatory authorities
• Drive the development of annual operating plans including operational plans and requirements, staffing and budgets that support the organisation’s strategic plan and overall business aspirations
• Participate in the preparation of annual budgets and adhere to approved expenditure limits; provide regular updates on variances from budget.

Requirements

• Minimum of First degree in any discipline
• MBA or Masters in related discipline is desirable
• Relevant and recognised professional certification and membership (CIIN, ICAN, NIM etc.) is required
• Minimum of Fifteen (15) to Eighteen (18) years relevant work experience of which 8 years must have been spent in a Leadership Management Position within the Insurance/Financial Services Sector

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Job Purpose

• The Executive Director, Finance, Systems, and Investments will be responsible for managing the organisation’s strategic, financial management regulatory systems to ensure business integrity protect the organisation’s bottom line, and ensure sustainable growth and shareholders value creation.
• The role will manage and provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Investment, Systems, Finance, Corporate Planning, and Admin units.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement strategies and mechanisms to safeguard the organisation’s financial assets
• Coordinate the proactive monitoring and reporting of budget positions of all the business departments and units
• Identify and analyse exposure, establish risk tolerance thresholds, and oversee the development of contingency plans or strategies to mitigate risk and the probability or severity of loss of investments
• Participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organisation
• Identify, assess, and inform the Board of Directors of internal and external issues that affect the organisation
• Identify and establish funding sources, oversee the development of fund raising plans and write funding proposals to increase the funds of the organisation
• Identify and evaluate the risks to the organisation's people, property, and finances, and implement measures to control risks
• Manage the organisation’s interface with relevant regulatory authorities and external auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements
• Drive the development of annual operating plans including operational plans and requirements, staffing and budgets that support the organisation’s strategic plan and overall business aspirations
• Oversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organisation's Programmes and services
• Manage Information technology projects and developments related to the selection, acquisition, development, installation and maintenance of major information systems
• Conduct research to remain up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies

Requirements

• Minimum of First degree in any discipline
• MBA or Masters in related discipline is desirable
• Relevant and recognised professional certification and membership e.g. CIIN, CISA, ACA, ACCA, ICAN, or similar qualifications is required
• Minimum of Fifteen (15) to Eighteen (18) years relevant work experience of which 8 years must have been spent in a Leadership Management Position within the Insurance/Financial Services Sector.

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