CIC Insurance Group PLC, a leading insurance and financial services company in Kenya and the region is seeking to engage dynamic, highly driven and result oriented individuals to fill the position of Independent Board Member for the new CIC Microinsurance Company and other Board positions for the Kenyan Subsidiaries.
CIC Group is listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), and has presence in Malawi, Uganda and South Sudan. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate the following skills and competencies and have the prescribed qualifications and experience:
1. Solid Business/Commercial Experience, preferably;
- Has clear understanding of how a corporate enterprise runs and the responsibilities of an independent director.
- An understanding of financial reporting and internal control principles of financial management.
- Internal and multi – cultural experience and understanding; and
- The aptitude and experience to fully appreciate the legal responsibilities of a Director and the Governance processes of a Public Company.
2. Integrity and Professionalism;
- Must have the highest ethical standards, a keen sense of professionalism and be prepared to serve the interests of all the stakeholders.
- Exhibit independence, objectivity and a commitment to the Company’s Corporate Governance Guidelines and its Code of Conduct and Ethics;
- Personal qualities of intelligence, self-assuredness, inter-personal skills, commitment, communication skills, inquisitiveness, objectivity, practical wisdom, problem-solving skills, Strong decision making, action planning, prioritization skills and mature judgment.
- A willingness to commit, as well as have, sufficient time to discharge his or her duties to the Board.
- Ability to develop and maintain a good working relationship with the other members of the Board and with the senior management of the Company.
3. Extensive Leadership and Management Experience.
4. A successful track record in improving productivity, cost control, quality and service.
Must provide evidence of compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Integrity and Ethics requirements i.e., certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, clearance certificate from HELB, Tax compliance certificate from KRA and a report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau.
If you are interested and believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the relevant criteria for the role above, please submit your application including copies of your academic and professional certificates, testimonials and your curriculum vitae, including among other details your current position/profession, email and telephone contacts of three (3) referees familiar with your qualifications and work experience on or before 6th December 2023 addressed to:
Group Chief Executive Officer,
CIC Insurance Group PLC,
CIC Plaza II, 11th Floor,
Mara Road, Upperhill,
Email: [email protected].
NB: CIC Insurance Group PLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equity within the organization.
