# Assistant BD Manager – (SAO, ME & OLA) Job CIC Insurance Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/assistant-bd-manager-sao-me-ola-job-cic-insurance Company: CIC Insurance Category: Banking & Financial Services Location: Kenya Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-09-24 Expires: 2026-11-08 ## Job Description Sales & Marketing Jobs, CIC Insurance Jobs. Assistant Business Development Manager – (SAO, ME & OLA) drives sales growth, manages regional accounts, and expands market share, requires a Business/Marketing Degree and 5+ years insurance sales experience. About the Role Reporting to the business development manager-partnerships, the role holder will drive growth of CIC Asset Management Limited retail and institutional business through non-tied distribution channels, including Independent Financial Advisors (SAO, ME & OLA) and other third-party agents. The role ensures effective onboarding, training, and performance driven and tracking to enhance SAO, ME & OLA contribution to total Assets Under Management ### Key Responsibilities - Recruitment and Onboarding: Lead the identification, recruitment, vetting, and onboarding of Independent Financial Advisors (SAO, ME & OLAs), internal agents, and other third-party distribution partners to expand the retail network. - Performance Management: Achieve sustained AUM growth and improved client and business retention from the SAO, ME & OLA network by segmenting advisors by productivity tier, closing performance gaps through targeted, measurable support interventions, and strengthening advisor practices that reduce client attrition. - Compliance & Governance Oversight: Work closely with the Compliance and Risk teams to ensure that all agents operate within regulatory guidelines and internal policies, including timely licensing and renewal with CMA. - Training & Capacity Building: Design and deliver ongoing product, process, compliance, and sales training programs to enhance advisor knowledge, confidence, and sales effectiveness. - Sales Enablement: Coordinate with marketing and digital teams to distribute marketing collaterals, digital content, pitch decks, and sales kits customized for various audiences. - Commission Processing Support: Work with operations and finance teams to facilitate timely calculation, reconciliation, and payment of commissions to SAO, ME & OLAs. - Meeting & Presentation Support: Provide logistical and presentation support to SAO, ME & OLAs, including preparation of customized decks and data insights for client meetings and forums. - Market Penetration Strategy: Track regional SAO, ME & OLA penetration and retail uptake trends, and develop market activation strategies targeting underrepresented counties or customer segments. - Campaign Execution: Collaborate with the business development, product, and marketing teams to plan and roll out thematic campaigns, incentive programs, and client acquisition drives through the SAO, ME & OLA network. - Technology Adoption: Champion the use of CICAM digital tools and platforms (e.g., CIC Invest App, Web Portal, reporting dashboards) by agents to enhance efficiency, transparency, and client servicing. - Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong working relationships with SAO, ME & OLAs; provide regular updates, resolve operational issues, and gather market feedback to improve agent experience. - Reporting and Analytics: - Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) including SAO, ME & OLA sales performance, activity levels, campaign outcomes, and commission trends for internal business reviews and strategy alignment. - Event Coordination: - Support the planning and execution of SAO, ME & OLA forums, recognition events, product launches, and webinars aimed at deepening engagement and motivation across the agent ecosystem. Qualifications ### Essential Knowledge/Skills and Experience Required - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Actuarial science, or related field; - Master’s degree or professional certification (ICFA, CISI) is an added advantage. - 5+ years of experience in business development, financial services, fintech partnerships, or distribution management. - Proven track record of building and growing B2B2C partnerships or sales networks in financial services. ### How to Apply Click here to apply ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.