Job Vacancies at The Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN)

The Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) commenced operation in 1957, it was granted Charter status under the provision of Act No. 22 on 26th February, 1993. Under the Charter, the Institute (Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria) has been charged with the general duty of determining the standards of knowledge and skills to be attained by persons seeking to become registered members of the Insurance profession in Nigeria.

The Institute is seeking to recruit performance driven professionals with capacity and the right attitude to deliver exceptional results in the positions below:

Job Title: Head of Academic Services for the College of Insurance and Financial Management Location: Nigeria

Job Responsibilities Specifically, the ideal candidate will:

• Formulate and execute annual strategic objectives for academic services and ensure it aligns with the College’s strategic plan
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the College’s policies and practices consistent with the College’s mission statement
• Develop initiatives to improve teaching and learning processes in line with the College’s strategic plan
• Develop and maintain a wide range of relevant programmes in insurance and financial management
• Facilitate research, consultancy and scholarly activities which would enhance the reputation of the College including publication of the College journal
• Explore new opportunities for knowledge transfer and new areas of teaching and/or research
• Develop academic policies that impact on students and faculty, and make recommendations for change when appropriate and ensure the policies are adhered to by both students and internal departments
• Manage a pool of experts, teachers and trainers (specialized in teaching risk management, insurance and financial management) both at the national and international level
• Create and foster relationships with appropriate external agencies and recognized insurance institutes to promote the objectives and the vision of the College
• Develop administrative performance standards, monitor progress against performance standards, and organise improvement efforts for staff members.

Specifications / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or Social sciences related courses such as Economics, Insurance, Actuarial Sciences etc.
• MBA or Master's degree and/or a in Risk Management, Insurance, Social or Management Sciences.
• Ph.D. (or in view) preferably in Risk Management and Insurance, Social or Management Sciences
• Relevant professional membership and/or certifications such as CIIN, CII UK, ICAN, ACCA, CIBN.
• Minimum of 12 years post-graduation experience with at least 5 years’ experience in an academic

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Job Title: Assistant Director, Membership Services Location: Nigeria

Job Responsibilities Specifically, the ideal candidate will:

• Develop and implement a strategic plan that delivers services that meets the needs of members, drives membership growth, aligns with professional standards and increases revenue
• Provide strategic oversight to the Membership and Professional Standards Directorate to drive the Institute towards sustainable growth
• Oversee the preparation of budgets and forecasts for the Membership and Professional Standards Directorate and also ensure proper management of resources within the budget guidelines
• Maintain score sheets especially for Associates’ and Fellows’ Mandatory Continuing Professional Development (MCPD) activities in collaboration with other Directorates
• Develop initiatives and policies to improve the performance of the Membership and Professional Standards Directorate and also increase member satisfaction
• Oversee professional standards issues, anticipate potential threats or opportunities and vet them within the Institute and with the members as appropriate
• Develop and sustain relationships with internal stakeholders, industry partners, and other external organisations that advance the mission of the Membership and Professional Standards Directorate
• Create an enabling environment that empowers staff in the Directorate to develop the capabilities required to achieve set goals and proactively respond to opportunities and challenges in the business environment.

Specifications / Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Sciences or  Social Sciences discipline such as Insurance, Actuarial Sciences, Statistics, Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, Banking, Law and Business Studies and / or acceptable qualification.
• MBA or relevant Master degree in any business-related discipline.
• Professional membership of Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CllN) is compulsory.
• Other professional membership and/or certifications such as CII UK, ICAN, ACCA, CIBN will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 12 years post-graduation experience with at least 5 years’ experience in the insurance industry and in top / senior management positions.
• Evidence of strong industry / sector participation academic environment.

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Job Title: Assistant Director, Finance Location: Nigeria

Job Responsibilities Specifically, the ideal candidate will:

• Provide strategic oversight to the Finance Directorate to drive the Institute towards sustainable growth
• Collaborate with other Directorate to develop income generating initiatives and ensure proper implementation of the Institute’s financial plans
• Oversee the preparation of the Institutes budgets, forecasts and monitor implementation and performance measurement
• Direct the management of the Institute’s resources within budget guidelines according to current obligations, laws and regulations, and ensuring compliance with Federal, state and local regulations and reporting requirements
• Maintain, update and implement financial policies, manuals and procedures for the Finance Directorate
• Ensure all the Institute’s financial practices are in line with statutory regulations and legislations
• Coordinate the preparation of periodic management accounts and financial reports, facilitate statutory audits of the accounts and financial reports and supervise the preparation and rendition of all periodic returns
• Create an enabling environment that empowers staff in the Directorate to develop capabilities required to achieve set goals and respond to opportunities and challenges in the business environment
• Abide by specific internally established control systems and authorities and encourage all staff in the Directorate to conduct their activities in accordance with all applicable laws and the Institute’s standards and policies

Specifications / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business related discipline such as Finance, Accounting, Economics, Banking etc.
• MBA or relevant Master's degree in any business-related discipline.
• Relevant professional membership and/or certifications such as ICAN, ACCA, CFA.
• CIIN professional membership will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 12 years post-graduation experience with at least 5 years’ experience in the Financial services sector and in top/senior management positions.
• Evidence of strong industry I sector participation.

Conditions of Service The Conditions of Service are attractive and compares favorably with what obtains in similar Institutes in Nigeria.

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For enquires, please send an email to [email protected] Note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.