A key player in the Life Insurance industry with footprints across the continent is looking for a highly entrepreneurial and managerially competent individual to fill the position of Zonal Manager.

The Role

Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate shall have oversight responsibility over an assigned zone to ensure the achievement of set targets.

Key Responsibilities

•  Direct the activities of Sales Managers to achieve the implementation of the company's retail marketing strategy and targets.
•  Responsible for the expansion of the company's market share within assigned zone
•  Make input into the overall retail marketing strategy formulation and budgeting process
•  Develop and implement a suitable tactical approach for the assigned zone in order to address the challenges of the market
•  Support Sales Managers in the development of new markets and new sources of premium collection as well as the maintenance of existing markets.
•  Collect and report on market intelligence information within assigned zones and advise Management on appropriate actions to be taken
•  Prepare periodic activity and performance reports for the review of the General Manager
•  Review periodic reports on the performance of Sales Managers and provide appropriate interventions for performance improvement
•  Liaise with the HR department to implement retail capacity development and performance management initiatives
•  Perform other related functions under the direction of senior management

The Person
The right candidate must have:

•  Strong leadership and people management skills
•  A good understanding of the Life Insurance market in Ghana
•  Ability to translate the business development strategies into operational plans
•  Strong networking negotiation and business development skills
•  A proven track record of business development and management of sales teams

Educational and Professional Qualification

•  Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree
•  A second degree or professional qualification is advantageous

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you are what it takes, you may apply by posting your application, CV with at least two professional references to:-

The Head of Human and Corporate Resources,
P.O.Box CT 456,
Cantonments-Accra

Or via email to:-

Recruitmentghana@ymail.com

Closing Date: 15 May,2013