LAPTRUST Business Development Manager Job in Kenya

LAPTRUST is a Retirement Benefits Scheme sponsored by the Local Authorities, Associated Organizations & Reciprocating Bodies for the benefit of the members & their eligible dependants as per the Scheme Rules.

The Trust has the following exciting Career Opportunities within its establishment:

Business Development Manager

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Chief Manager, Marketing and Corporate Communications, you will be responsible for the development and execution of a business development strategy for LAPTRUST in the context of its mission, vision, values and overall strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving the strategic planning process.
• Overseeing the development of surveys, market research and analysis.
• Evaluating new business opportunities in terms of financial gain, mission/strategy fit and actively pursue in order to grow increase sales, increase market share and grow the Trust’s portfolio of clients.
• Overseeing and driving the investigation of market trends and analysing competitor and customer behaviour.
• Preparing, discussing and disseminating the planning cycle and timetable
• Overseeing and participating in the gathering, analysing and interpreting data from competitors, customers and the wider market.
• Developing and managing a high quality market/competitive intelligence program

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Strategic Management or other related subject.
• MBA qualification is and added advantage.
• Professional marketing and or sales qualification such as CIM, MSK and membership with relevant body.
• Minimum five years experience in strategic or corporate planning, business development and corporate research at a senior level is essential.

Key Skills and Competencies

• In depth knowledge of corporate research techniques, business growth and strategic planning.
• A strategic thinker ,Team player and Results driven
• Strong operational and delivery skills.
• Outstanding communication and presentational s.

Senior Information Systems Auditor

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Manager, Internal Audit and Risk Management you will be responsible for reviewing the Trust’s control procedures for adequacy, effectiveness, and reliability as well as ensuring that assets are properly managed.

Key Responsibilities

• Ascertaining the reliability of information systems.
• Ensuring that all systems comply with relevant regulations.
• Auditing the Trust’s Information Systems.
• Conducting independent Information Systems audits, identifying associated risks, and recommending remedial action.
• Evaluating business applications and operating systems.
• Providing support for complex data analysis and extraction.
• Investigate, report deviations, incidences and non conformance of policies and procedures.
• Monitoring audit trails.
• Designing ICT audit programmes.

Education and experience desired

• University degree (preferably B.SC, Information Technology) or related field.
• Certified Systems Auditor (CISA) Certificate.
• Recognized professional qualification such as CPA II, ACCA or CIA
• Membership to a relevant professional body
• At least 3 years proven working experience in a similar role is essential.
• Experience in the use of Computer Aided Techniques (CAATS) will be an added advantage.

Area Representative Coast Region

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of sales in the assigned region and for delivering area sales targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing area budgets to ensure they are in line with company policy and targets.
• Co-ordinating the Field Agents effort to deliver the area targets.
• Preparing area sales forecasts and set targets and monitoring performance.
• Prospecting for new business within assigned area.
• Communicate policy and general company issues to clients and other third parties.
• Ensuring effective management of the Trust’s and customers relationships.
• Ensure visibility of company products and services.
• Co-ordinate the implementation of promotions and other marketing activities within the assigned region.
• Monitor competitor activities and advice or counter accordingly.
• Generate periodic performance reports such as activities, spend, sales trends/ projections.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Marketing or related subject.
• Minimum three (3) years area sales experience preferably in insurance, financial services or pensions.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Business acumen including knowledge of margins and profitability.
• Strong selling, planning, forecasting and reporting skills.
• A high level of competence in analysing and solving problems.
• Excellent Customer service and relationship management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Public Relations and Communication Officer

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Chief Manager Marketing and Corporate Communications, you will be responsible for enhancing the Trust’s image through public communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Implementing PR strategies and updating the overall communication plan.
• Co-ordinating the preparation of the Communication chapter.
• Liaising with third parties to ensure accurate and timely production of publication and communication materials e.g. brochures, newsletters, documentaries etc.
• Developing content and regularly maintain the website.
• Drafting speeches for company executives, and arranging interviews and other forms of contact.
• Organising and coordinating all media events, including handling inquiries and relations with the national and international media, e.g. interviews, press releases, press briefings/conferences, provision of documents, pitch stories, site visits, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism, Marketing or related subject.
• A professional qualification in public relations or communication or pursuing one.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in PR or corporate communications.
• Experience in editing and managing publications and websites.
• Experience of writing in a variety of styles to suit different media and audiences.
• Experience in design work for print or web based media.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of corporate communication and PR techniques and events planning.
• Creative thinker with strong planning and organizing skills and event management experience.
• Presentation, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills (written, oral, listening, influencing, coaching, strategic communication planning.

Human Resources Officer

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources and Administration you will be responsible for the effective coordination of human resource activities such as recruitment and selection, performance management and training and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing input in the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic human resource management plans and budgets.
• Participating in the development of job descriptions and competency profiles.
• Coordinating the implementation of performance management system.
• Implementing training needs analysis and training programmes aimed at building capacity.
• Receiving and analysing employee grievances and disciplinary cases.
• Implementing staff induction and on-the-job orientation programmes.
• Conducting baseline surveys to determine employee attitudes and perceptions.
• Updating and maintaining employee records and ensuring integrity of data.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or related subject.
• A Diploma in Human Resources Management
• Membership of relevant professional body such as IPM, KIM and IPS.
• Minimum three (3) years relevant experience in human resources.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Capacity to conduct in-depth analysis.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information.
• Proficient in information management and records keeping.
• Ability to develop and implement effective employee communication programmes, managing change and interpersonal conflict.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, email and internet including computerised HR information systems and other relevant software packages.

How to apply

If you posses the desired qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges , please write in confidence enclosing a detailed CV, Certified Copies of academic and professional certificates, a day-time telephone contact, names and contacts of three referees so as to reach the undersigned not later than 12th May, 2011.

You can also apply by submitting your application letter, attaching your CV, Certified Copies of academic and professional certificates by emailing jobvacancies@laptrust.or.ke

Letters/Emails addressed to:-

Managing Trustee
LAPTRUST
6th Floor, LAPTRUST House
Parliament Road
P.O Box 28938-00200
Nairobi

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

LAPTRUST is an equal opportunity employer; canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.