Inclusive Insurance Specialist

Job Summary

To provide strategic and technical leadership in the design, development, and implementation of inclusive insurance solutions aimed at increasing access to insurance for underserved and low-income populations. The role is central to ZEP-RE’s mission of promoting financial inclusion and resilience in the COMESA region by fostering partnerships, driving innovation, and supporting sustainable product development.

Job Details

1. Lead the strategic planning, technical design, and execution of ZEP-RE’s inclusive insurance initiatives. 
2. Identify and develop innovative partnerships, business models, and distribution channels that expand access to inclusive insurance products. 
3. Conduct market diagnostics and feasibility studies to inform product design and delivery mechanisms. 
4. Lead the development, pricing, pilot testing, and refinement of inclusive insurance products targeting low-income, informal, or vulnerable populations. 
5. Manage technical specifications, partner frameworks, and project implementation cycles across multiple countries. 
6. Build and maintain strong relationships with implementing partners, insurers, regulators, and donor agencies to support ecosystem development and resource mobilization. 
7. Provide technical input into underwriting practices and performance monitoring of inclusive insurance portfolios. 
8. Lead the preparation of technical reports, budgets, strategy documents, and results-based progress reports. 
9. Represent ZEP-RE in regional and global forums, media engagements, and public platforms to promote inclusive insurance, including thought leadership via articles, blogs, and social media. 
10. Oversee the development of marketing materials, advocacy content, and learning resources that build awareness and capacity among stakeholders.
11. Serve as the key liaison with donor organizations on project design, funding proposals, implementation progress, and impact evaluation.
12. Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing, team mentorship, and strengthening ZEP-RE’s inclusive insurance capabilities.

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Actuarial Science, Microinsurance, Development Finance, Financial Inclusion, Social Protection, Economics, or a related field.
2. Certification or formal training in microinsurance, inclusive finance, or development economics will be an added advantage.
3. Minimum of 10 years of progressively experience in inclusive/micro insurance, product development, pricing, and program management, preferably in a developing country context.
4. Strong track record of leading product design, pilot testing, and scaling initiatives focused on financial inclusion.
5. Proven experience managing multi-stakeholder projects involving government, private sector, NGOs/CSOs, or international organizations.
6. Experience in engaging with donor agencies and writing grant proposals, reports, and strategic documents.
7. Familiarity with results-based management, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and impact measurement.
8. Experience in managing and mentoring multidisciplinary teams

Core Attributes:

1. Strategic Thinking & Innovation: Ability to think outside the box, identify market gaps, and design forward-looking solutions.
2. Entrepreneurial Mindset: Capable of identifying opportunities and translating them into scalable solutions.
3. Strong Communication Skills: Ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively across different audiences.
4. Leadership & Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, build consensus, and drive cross-functional teamwork.
5. Relationship Building: Skilled at establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships with diverse stakeholders.
6. Delivery & Execution: Strong execution skills with a focus on quality, timeliness, and measurable impact.
7. Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with the capacity to resolve complex operational and strategic challenges.
8. Advocacy & Influence: Effective in advocating for inclusive insurance and influencing policy and market development

Benefits

Competitive Package 

About Company

ZEP-RE(PTA REINSURANCE)

https://jobsatzepre.seamlesshiring.com

ZEP-RE (PTA Reinsurance Company) is a leading reinsurer in Africa and a specialised institution of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA). The company was established in 1990 under the then Preferential Trade Area, a precursor to COMESA, to develop the insurance and reinsurance industries and support capacity building.