Business Development Manager – Cooperatives (2 Positions)-Jobs in Uganda

DEADLINE: 21st July 2025
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
‍ Positions Available: 2

Career Opportunity: Business Development Manager – Cooperatives (2 Positions) at CIC Insurance Uganda

CIC Insurance Uganda is seeking dynamic and results-driven individuals to fill two (2) positions for Business Development Manager – Cooperatives. The successful candidates will play a key role in driving revenue growth by identifying business opportunities, fostering strategic partnerships, and expanding CIC’s footprint within the cooperative market segment.

This is a great opportunity for experienced professionals passionate about cooperative engagement, insurance services, and sustainable market growth.

About CIC Insurance Uganda

Industry: Insurance
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Company Website: CIC Insurance Group

CIC Insurance Uganda is a subsidiary of CIC Insurance Group, one of the leading cooperative insurers in the East African region. The Group is renowned for providing innovative, affordable, and accessible insurance solutions tailored to individual and institutional clients. CIC is committed to empowering communities through the cooperative movement.

Role: Business Development Manager – Cooperatives

Purpose of the Role

To generate revenue and achieve corporate annual sales targets through the development of assigned markets and distribution channels. The role also involves building and maintaining profitable relationships with cooperative societies and other strategic partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage departmental sales and expenditure budgets.

• Generate revenue through effective daily sales oversight and market planning.

• Build and maintain strategic partnerships within cooperatives and assigned markets.

• Lead the preparation and timely delivery of quotations and tender documents.

• Conduct consumer education initiatives within targeted cooperative segments.

• Drive new business acquisition and renewals to meet revenue targets.

• Collaborate with product development teams to create customized insurance solutions.

• Deliver a first-class customer experience to all assigned clients.

• Recruit, train, and mentor intermediaries and sales agents within your assigned market.

• Ensure compliance with the organization’s credit control policies.

• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely service delivery and issue resolution.

• Participate in market activations, community storms, and sales drives.

• Build strong alliances with intermediaries, stakeholders, and cooperative unions.

• Prepare and submit market intelligence reports and competitor analysis.

• Support cross-functional collaboration and business alignment with internal teams.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the management from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Insurance, or a related field.

Professional Certification (Added Advantage):

• A Diploma in Insurance or any professional sales/marketing qualification.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

• Prior experience working with cooperatives or cooperative unions is a strong advantage.

Key Skills and Competencies

Technical & Business Skills:

• Strategic thinking and market analysis

• Proven sales and business development experience

• Strong negotiation and communication skills

• Customer relationship management (CRM) proficiency

• Leadership and people management skills

• Strong financial and budgetary acumen

• Ability to manage and support intermediaries and field agents

Behavioral Competencies:

• High levels of integrity and accountability

• Results-oriented with strong follow-through

• Commercial awareness and market intelligence

• Cross-functional coordination and collaboration skills

• Effective coaching and team-building capabilities

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Cultural awareness and ability to work with cooperatives across diverse communities

Core Values at CIC Insurance

CIC Insurance Uganda believes in values that drive both individual and organizational performance:

• Integrity – Be fair and transparent

• Dynamism – Be passionate and innovative

• Performance – Be efficient and results-driven

• Co-operation – Live the Co-operative spirit

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following as a single document:

• Cover Letter

• Updated CV

• Academic and professional certificates

Email to: [email protected]
Subject Line: Business Development Manager – Cooperatives – [Your Name]
Application Deadline: 21st July 2025

⚠️ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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