Insurance Regulatory Authority Assistant Manager Research & Innovation Jobs in Kenya
Job purpose
The job holder will participate developing and managing research and innovation activities and programs that promote research and innovation in IRA.
Specifications
The duties and responsibilities will entail:
Managerial/Supervisory responsibilities
Support in formulating and implementing the research and innovation policies, objectives and initiatives in line with the Authority’s strategic agenda.
Carry out research projects on current and emerging issues in the insurance industry.
Support in Identifying and implementing accelerated new and innovative solutions within a focussed ecosystem through collaboration and partnerships.
Share information on the innovation hub while consumer protection safeguards into products and to promote new ideas and innovations in line with objectives of supervision.
Collate and collect information innovative challengers through innovation and competition to promote access and inclusion in the insurance industry.
Review literature on developments in technology and innovation through continuous engagement with regulated entities and tech start-ups.
Participate in the research and documentation of ideas to facilitate development and innovation in the insurance industry
Participate in planning and organizing meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences on research and innovation for enhanced information sharing.
Carry out analytical work and offer advisory services to other Directorates on research methodology and related issues.
Initiate, prepare, communicate and disseminate research findings through publications in appropriate fora.
Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
Implement research projects of multi-disciplinary and cross cutting nature with a focus on emerging insurance industry developments and practices.
Organize and participate in sensitization of stakeholders on insurance market development in order to facilitate wider rollout and support for
innovative ideas and solutions
Develop reports on activities of the research and innovation department
Identify research areas, undertake surveys and analyse data and prepare reports.
Carry out training, nurturing and mentoring of research officers
Persons Specifications
A Master’s Degree in Economics, Insurance, Risk Management, Statistics, actuarial, ICT, Business Administration, Law, Finance, Financial Engineering, Commerce, Business Management or related Social Sciences from a recognized institution;
A Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Insurance, Risk Management, Statistics, actuarial, ICT, Law, Finance, Financial Engineering, Commerce, Business Management or related Social Sciences from a recognized institution;
Project Management Course
Certificate in Computer Proficiency
Proficiency in relevant data analysis software
Management Course lasting not less four (4) weeks
Supervisory Course lasting not less than 2 weeks
Six (6) years relevant experience
Meets provision of chapter six of the Constitution
Competencies and Skills
Strong negotiation skills
Strong communication and presentation skills
Good mentorship and coaching skills
Leadership and supervision skills
How to Apply
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