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Business Development Manager

Apa Life Insurance Limited

full time Nairobi Posted 1 day ago

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in insurance, Agribusiness, Sales, or related field; master’s preferred.** JOB SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
  • Network Builder & Closer:** Exceptional at cultivating relationships and converting them into high-value partnerships. Knows how to open doors—and close deals.**
  • Commercially Agile:** Thrives in dynamic environments, quickly adapting to shifting partner needs, market signals, and product opportunities.**
  • Opportunity Spotter:** Possesses an “eagle’s eye” for untapped markets, emerging aggregators, and catalytic moments others might miss.**
  • Relentless Results-Driven:** Operates with urgency and ownership—considers the job done only when the numbers are closed and the impact is real.**
  • Tenacious & Resourceful:** Doesn’t drop the ball. Follows through with discipline, creativity, and a bias for execution.**
  • Curious & Insight-Led:** Asks the right questions, listens deeply, and uses insights to tailor solutions that resonate with clients and partners.**
  • Collaborative Team Player:** Works seamlessly across functions, geographies, and personalities to deliver shared success.**
  • Purpose-Driven:** Anchored in APA’s mission to protect livelihoods and empower underserved communities.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Relevant certifications in insurance, agriculture, or financial inclusion are an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 5 years in business development, sales, or channel management in insurance, agriculture, or financial inclusion.

  • Proven track record of revenue growth and strategic partnership management.

  • Experience with insure techs, social enterprises, or donor-funded programs is a strong advantage.

  • Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Willingness to travel regionally.

Sales and Revenue Generation:**

  • Drive uptake of APA’s bundled insurance solutions across priority segments (e.g. agriculture, MSMEs, informal workers).

  • Deliver monthly and annual GWP targets aligned to APA’s growth trajectory 

  • Track and report on policy volumes, channel performance, and client retention.

Challenge and Partner Management : ****

  • Identify, on board, and manage relationships with aggregators (e.g., SACCOs, fintechs, agri-platforms, NGOs).

  • Coordinate with Training & Channel Enablement to ensure partner readiness and the Successful deployment of Smart Mobilizer.

  • Negotiate commercial terms and co-financing models with strategic partners to secure mutually beneficial agreements.

Client Engagement and Field Activation :****

  • Conduct field visits, partner activations, and client sensitization campaigns to promote awareness and engagement.

  • Gather client feedback and market intelligence to inform product refinement and channel strategy.

  • Champion APA’s client-first approach, ensuring inclusive outreach and solution alignment.

Reporting and Coordination:****

  • Maintain accurate records of partner engagements, pipeline status, and field activities to ensure timely and effective management.

  • Collaborate with operations, innovation, and finance teams to ensure seamless on boarding and policy administration.

  • Participate in quarterly reviews, planning sessions, and donor reporting as needed.

Performance Targets**

  • Deliver segment-specific GWP targets (e.g. Kenya Shillings 150M by 2026).

  • Activate and manage 10+ strategic partners across assigned regions.

  • Support on boarding of 100+ Smart Mobilizers and partner staff.

  • Achieve client retention and satisfaction benchmarks across channels.