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Business Development Officer

Closing Date:
Dec 20, 2024

Join us in shaping the future of short-term insurance

About us: Botswana Insurance Company, a leading player in the short-term insurance industry, invites ambitious and talented candidates with a passion for the dynamic world of insurance to apply for the following positions. BIC is renowned for its commitment to excellence in the short-term insurance market.


Key Responsibilities

  • Market Expansion: Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the insurance market, focusing on client acquisition and retention.
  • Generate opportunities to acquire new business through sales/service opportunities
  • Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, agents, corporate clients, and other stakeholders to ensure sustained business growth.
  • Foster and maintain relationships with all stakeholders, to ensure that communication lines are open enough to discuss issues openly, and to offer better service in line with the organization's primary objective to offer superior service.
  • Product Promotion: Collaborate with the sales and marketing team to promote insurance products and services to targeted markets.
  • Sales Targets: Achieve and exceed assigned sales targets by actively engaging with prospective clients and converting leads into policies.
  • Manage pipeline of key customers to meet and exceed growth goals and objectives
  • Market Research: Conduct market analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive positioning to inform business strategies
  • Partnerships: Build relationships with key partnerships locally, regionally, and nationally to assist in business development opportunities
  • Reporting: Prepare and present regular business development reports, including performance metrics, market feedback, and recommendations for improvement.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with Underwriters, Claims, and Customer service teams to deliver seamless client experiences.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Educational Background: Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Insurance, or a related field.
  • Professional Experience:

 Minimum of 3 years in business development or sales
 Experience working with brokers and corporate clients is an added advantage.

  • Knowledge & Skills:

 Strong understanding of insurance products, services, and market dynamics.
 Excellent negotiation, presentation, and networking abilities.
 Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret market data and trends.

  • Personal Attributes:

 Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and resilient.
 Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
 Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Interested applicants should email their motivational letters, a detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies of certificates to careers@bic.co.bw .

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

BIC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Closing date for applications is on the 20th December 2024 close of business day.

We regret to inform that we will only enter correspondence with short listed candidates.

Underwriter-Specialised Lines

Closing Date:
Dec 20, 2024

Join us in shaping the future of short-term insurance

About us: Botswana Insurance Company, a leading player in the short-term insurance industry, invites ambitious and talented candidates with a passion for the dynamic world of insurance to apply for the following positions. BIC is renowned for its commitment to excellence in the short-term insurance market.

Key Responsibilities

  • Risk Assessment: Evaluate risks in specialised insurance lines (e.g. Agriculture, Engineering, Aviation, PI, D&O etc) and provide informed underwriting decisions.
  • Policy Design: Develop and customise policy wordings, endorsements, and terms to suit client requirements while adhering to regulatory standards.
  • Portfolio Management: Manage and monitor the performance of specialised lines portfolios, ensuring profitability and compliance with company guidelines.
  • Market Analysis: Stay updated on trends, emerging risks, and market developments in specialised lines to provide competitive offerings.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with brokers, clients, and internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and relationship management.
  • Reporting & Compliance: Maintain accurate records, ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, and provide regular performance reports to management.
  • Financials Knowledge:Understanding and can interpret financial statements.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Educational Background: Degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Insurance, Risk Management, Economics or a business-related field.
  • Professional Certification: Progress towards or completion of relevant insurance qualifications (e.g., ACII, AIISA).
  • Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of underwriting experience, preferably in specialised lines.

 

  • Technical Skills: 

 In-depth knowledge of specialised insurance products.

 Strong analytical and risk evaluation skills.

  • Interpersonal Skills:

 Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

 Client-focused approach with the ability to build and maintain relationships.

  • Reporting & Compliance: Maintain accurate records, ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, and provide regular performance reports to management.

Interested applicants should email their motivational letters, a detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies of certificates to careers@bic.co.bw .

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

BIC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Closing date for applications is on the 20th December 2024 close of business day.

We regret to inform that we will only enter correspondence with short listed candidates.

ICT Manager

Closing Date:
Dec 16, 2024

Join us in shaping the future of short-term insurance!

About us: Botswana Insurance Company, a leading player in the short-term insurance industry, invites ambitious and talented candidates with a passion for the dynamic world of insurance to apply for the following positions. BIC is renowned for its commitment to excellence in the short-term insurance market.

Key Responsibilities

Digital Strategy Development and Implementation

  • Lead the formulation and execution of a comprehensive digital strategy aligned with the company’s goals.
  • Drive innovation by identifying and implementing technologies that enhance customer experiences and operational efficiency.

Systems and Applications Management

  • Collaborate with all departments to ensure seamless operation of core systems and applications.
  • Monitor system performance and address any inefficiencies or downtime proactively.
  • Oversee the integration of new software solutions to support business processes

Data Security and Compliance

  • Develop and enforce policies to protect sensitive company and customer data.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations, including cybersecurity standards and data privacy laws.
  • Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.

Project Management

  • Oversee ICT projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to set clear project goals and deliverables.
  • Implement project management best practices to streamline execution and ensure accountability.

Infrastructure Management

  • Maintain and optimize the company’s IT infrastructure, including servers, networks and hardware.
  • Plan for capacity upgrades to meet future business requirements.
  • Ensure high availability and disaster recovery systems are in place and tested regularly.

Office 365 Development and Administration

  • Manage and develop Office 365 tools to support collaboration, communication and productivity.
  • Provide training and support to staff to maximize the effective use of Office 365 applications.
  • Ensure the security and integrity of Office 365 environments through best practices and updates.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Support

  • Partner with department heads to identify and address technology needs and challenges.
  • Act as a bridge between IT and business teams to ensure alignment of technology initiatives with company objectives.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

  • Develop metrics and dashboards to measure the performance and effectiveness of IT systems and initiatives.
  • Prepare regular reports for senior management on IT performance, risks, and strategic achievements.

 

Core Competencies And Attributes

  • Strong leadership and people development skills
  • Strong knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast paced environment


Qualification And Experience

The successful candidate should have the following:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in ICT management, with proven leadership in a similar role.
  • Professional certifications such as ITIL, CISSP, CCNP, or PMP are an advantage


Interested applicants should email their motivational letter, a detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies of certificates to careers@bic.co.bw

Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications is on or before the 16th December 2024 close of business day.

We regret to inform that we will only enter into correspondence with shortlisted candidates.

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