Job For an Executive Director In A Leading Insurance Company

A leading player in the Insurance Industry, is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Executive Director Ref No: ED0518 Location: Lagos Status: Permanent Job Summary

• The role of the Executive Director is an Executive Management role reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)/Board of Directors, and is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the organization according to the strategic direction set by the Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization
• Recruit, interview and select staff that have the right technical and personal abilities to help further the organization’s mission
• Work with staff and the Board (Finance Committee) to prepare a comprehensive budget
• Work with the Board to secure adequate funding for the operation of the organization
• Communicate with stakeholders to keep them informed of the work of the organization
• Identify and evaluate the risks to the organization’s people (clients, staff, management), property, finances, goodwill, and image and implement measures to control risks
• If you can see yourself in this role, our Client will like to meet with you
• Identify, assess, and inform the Board of Directors of internal and external issues that affect the organization
• Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Director on all aspects of the organization’s activities
• Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the organization
• Ensure that the operation of the organization meets the expectations of its clients, Board and Shareholders
• Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization
• Draft policies for the approval of the Board and prepare procedures to implement the organizational policies; review existing policies on an annual basis and recommend changes to the Board as appropriate
• Monitor the day-to-day delivery of the programs and services of the organization to maintain or improve quality
• Oversee the planning, implementation, execution and evaluation of special projects
• Establish a positive, healthy and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations

Job Requirements

• 15+ years Insurance experience with the last 5 years in an Executive Management role
• Bachelor's Degree/M.Sc/MBA in relevant areas plus a professional certification in Insurance.

Skills:

• Leadership
• Financial planning and management
• Risk management
• Community relations/advocacy.
• Sales and Marketing
• Operational planning and management
• Program planning and management
• Human resources planning and management

Remuneration Competitive.

  How To Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and Cover Letters to: [email protected] With the subject title "ED0518".