Dayo Consulting GmbH (DCG) is an international business, technology, and trade consulting firm
headquartered in Switzerland. Founder and CEO, Dayo Ogunsola, started Dayo Consulting to facilitate equal and transparent trade opportunities between Sub-Saharan Africa and the U.S. and the E.U. Our goal is bringing businesses and suppliers in underdeveloped countries to the attention of the international business community.
Job Title: Executive Director (Technical)
Location: Lagos
Experience: 15 years
Applications are invited from qualified candidates for appointment as Executive Director in a leading insurance company operating in Nigeria with head office located in Lagos and a network of branches across the states of Nigeria.
Reports to: The Managing Director
Job Purpose
The Executive Director is responsible for successful leadership and management of the organization according to the strategic direction set by Board of Directors.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The Executive Director will be expected to perform some or all of the following:
Proven Leadership Ability
Operational Planning and Management
Human Resources Planning and Management
Financial Planning and Management
Community Relations/Advocacy
Risk Management
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Cognate experience in the technical operations of a composite insurance company
Knowledge of leadership and management principles as they relate to insurance companies
Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of the organization
Knowledge of all Federal and State legislations applicable the insurance industry including: employment standards, human rights, occupational health and safety, taxation, environmental/planetary sustainability, health coverage etc
Knowledge of Human Resources Management
Knowledge of Financial Management
Knowledge of Project Management and Business Analysis
Proficiency in the Use of Computers for:
Word Processing
Financial Management
E-mail
Internet
Personal characteristics:
The Executive Director should demonstrate competence in some or all of the following:
Adaptability
Behave Ethically
Build Relationships
Communicate Effectively
Creativity/Innovation
Focus on Client Needs
Foster Teamwork
Lead
Make Decisions
Organize & Plan
Solve Problems
Think Strategically
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in a related field; higher degrees will be an added advantage
Professional designation
Fellowship of the CIIN or any equivalent
Experience:
At least 15 years post qualification experience (at Associate level, though must currently be a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Nigeria or its equivalent)
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should please express their interest by submitting written application and CV to: bolukoga@dayoconsulting.com
Note: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted on 22nd December, 2014.
Deadline: 19th December, 2014
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