Vacancies at Jubilee Insurance

Job Ref. No. JLIL306

Role Purpose

The Senior Officer – ESG is tasked with advancing the organization’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) agenda on its transformative sustainability journey. This strategic position is designed to develop and operationalize ESG principles into corporate strategies and operations and ensure compliance with mandatory ESG reporting requirements. The role demands a pragmatic officer who can orchestrate multi-entity ESG initiatives and cultivate a culture of sustainability and accountability. By driving transparency, mitigating risks, and unlocking ESG opportunities, the Senior Officer will play an important role in supporting the Jubilee Holdings Limited (JHL) entities to deliver measurable impact across environmental stewardship, social equity, and governance excellence

Main Responsibilities
ESG Strategy Development & Execution

• Collaborate with the Regional Head of ESG to develop a group ESG strategy that integrates sustainability into andaligns with corporate goals.
• Develop a scalable ESG implementation framework, ensuring consistency across entities while allowing flexibility to address unique operational contexts.
• Translate mandatory regulatory and reporting requirements into entity-specific action plans.
• Benchmark JHL’s ESG performance against industry peers, leveraging insights to refine strategies and maintain a competitive edge in sustainability leadership.
• Represent the Group in the different Forums: NZIA, UN, Regional associations

Operational Implementation & Cross-Entity Coordination

• Orchestrate ESG efforts across Jubilee Insurance in alignment with the ESG strategy developed.
• Facilitate regular cross-entity forums to address challenges, harmonize ESG approaches, monitor progress.
• Support the Head in the execution of ESG initiatives, from planning to monitoring, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards across diverse operational landscapes.
• Coordinate with entity CEOs and senior leaders to embed ESG considerations into decision-making processes, enhancing strategic alignment with corporate goals.
• Oversee the deployment of ESG tools and resources (e.g., risk assessment templates, tracking software) to streamline implementation and improve efficiency.
• Act as a central point in resolving operational bottlenecks and ensuring ESG priorities remain on track across hierarchical levels.

Data Mastery, Reporting Excellence & Regulatory Alignment

• Ensure implementation of the developed data collection system to capture ESG metrics (e.g., emissions, community
• impact, governance adherence) across all seven entities.
• Analyse datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and provide actionable recommendations to the

Regional Head of ESG.

• Prepare high-calibre ESG reports for the various stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and within set TATs
• Ensure adherence to regulatory disclosure requirements.
• Partner with Risk and Compliance teams to integrate ESG risks in the risk matrix.
• Leverage data visualization tools to create dashboards for stakeholder consumption.

Stakeholder Engagement & Organizational Transformation

• Develop and deliver comprehensive ESG training and awareness programs for various stakeholders internally and externally.
• Guide procurement in the establishment of sustainable supply chain policies and procurement.
• Address ESG queries and build trust with employees, regulators, and community partners.
• Collaborate with HR to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles into ESG initiatives.
• Solicit and incorporate stakeholder feedback into ESG strategies, ensuring programs resonate with internal and external audiences and deliver tangible impact.
• Identify and train Sustainability Champions within each entity to support in the various activities.
• Integrate ESG principles into employee engagement activities (e.g., green challenges, waste reduction drives), enhancing workforce buy-in and cultural transformation.
• Innovation, Advocacy & Sustainable Impact
• Propose sustainability initiatives to positively enhance JHL’s governance environmental and social footprint.
• Conduct strategic market research to anticipate local and international ESG trends, advancements and regulatory shifts.
• Champion a sustainability mindset within Jubilee Insurance, inspiring entities to adopt practices that balance profitability with planetary and societal well-being.

Key Competencies.

• Proactivity: self-starter with the foresight to anticipate challenges and the initiative to drive solutions independently.
• Interpersonal Skills: Superior people skills to foster collaboration, resolve conflicts, and build capacity across diverse teams.
• Integrity: Unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity, with the ability to impartially document and address non-compliance.
• Strategic Adaptability: Nimbleness in navigating evolving ESG regulations, market dynamics, and organizational priorities.
• Passion for Sustainability: A deep-seated drive to advance environmental and social outcomes, underpinned by a strategic, results-oriented mindset.

Key Deliverables

• Support in development of an operational ESG framework for the region.
• Implementation and operationalization of the approved framework across entities within agreed timelines.
• Data collection across the region.
• 100% compliance with all regulatory compliance/reporting requirements.
• Development of accurate regional reports as may be required for all stakeholders.
• Training and awareness of all staff across the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Humanities, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in Sustainability, ESG Management, or a cognate discipline (highly desirable).
• Professional certifications in sustainability (e.g., GRI Certified, SASB, TCFD) or impact assessment (e.g., CFA ESG Investing) as a distinct advantage.
• In exceptional cases, extensive, demonstrable experience in sustainability and community development impact assessment may substitute for formal academic credentials.

Relevant Experience

• Minimum of 2–3 years in a sustainability or ESG-focused role, with a strong preference for experience in Kenya’s financial sector.
• Demonstrated expertise with GRI or equivalent international ESG reporting standards, ideally within a listed company context.
• Proven success in coordinating cross-functional teams or leading ESG-related projects (a significant advantage).
• Exposure to supply chain sustainability, risk management, or stakeholder engagement in a multi-entity environment is highly valued

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Role Purpose

• The IFRS17 Integrations Analyst will be responsible for the implementation and integration of IFRS 17 standards within our financial systems and processes. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, analyzing integration requirements, and ensuring seamless integration of financial data and reporting systems in compliance with IFRS 17 regulations.

Main Responsibilities

Strategic Functions

• Collaborate with finance, actuarial, and IT teams to gather and analyse business and integration requirements for IFRS 17 compliance & reporting.
• Detailed analysis, design and documentation of integration requirements.
• Configured and customize financial software applications to meet integration needs.
• Successful system integrations meeting IFRS 17 requirements
• Ensure the integration design aligns with IFRS 17 standards and company policies.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to make recommendations for strategic enhancements.
• Support integrations within the Enterprise Service Bus.

Operational Functions

• Assist in the selection and implementation of integration software solutions.
• Configure the IFRS 17 integrations to meet business requirements and regulatory standards.
• Develop test plans and conduct system testing to ensure the solution meets the specified requirements.
• Work with data management teams to ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data used in IFRS 17 reporting.
• Define data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes for IFRS 17 calculations and reporting.
• Ensure data consistency and reconciliation between the IFRS 17 system and other financial systems.
• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for the IFRS 17 system, including troubleshooting issues and implementing system integration enhancements.
• Monitor integration pipelines performance and ensure the timely production of IFRS 17 reports.
• Develop and Support Integrations running in the Enterprise Service Bus.
• Develop and deliver training materials and sessions for end-users.

Corporate Governance

• Ensure timely data flow to IFRS 17 System & other related systems to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and submit regular compliance reports to management.
• Stay updated on changes in IFRS 17 standards and ensure the system reflects these changes.
• People and Culture
• Promoting Cross-Functional Teamwork: Collaborate with finance, actuarial, and IT teams to align on IFRS 17 goals, fostering a culture of cooperation and shared success.
• Enhancing Capability through Training: Develop and deliver training materials and sessions for end-users, empowering staff with the knowledge to leverage IFRS 17 integrations.
• Encouraging Accountability: Ensure high standards of data accuracy and compliance, reinforcing a culture of responsibility and trust within the team.
• Supporting Innovation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and recommend enhancements, contributing to a forward-thinking and adaptive organizational culture.
• Building Stakeholder Relationships: Provide ongoing support and regular updates to stakeholders, strengtheningtrust and communication across departments

Key Competencies.

• Comprehensive documentation of business and system integration requirements for IFRS 17 implementation and compliance.
• Successful configuration and customization of the IFRS 17 integration with other systems to meet business needs.
• Seamless integration of the IFRS 17 system with existing financial and actuarial systems.
• Validation of system outputs to ensure accuracy and compliance with IFRS 17 standards.
• Accurate and consistent data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes.
• Regular reconciliation reports between the IFRS 17 system and other financial systems.
• Regular updates and reports to stakeholders on data flow between IFRS 17 and other systems.

Key Deliverables

• Comprehensive documentation of business and system integration requirements for IFRS 17 implementation and compliance.
• Successful configuration and customization of the IFRS 17 integration with other systems to meet business needs.
• Seamless integration of the IFRS 17 system with existing financial and actuarial systems.
• Validation of system outputs to ensure accuracy and compliance with IFRS 17 standards.
• Accurate and consistent data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes.
• Regular reconciliation reports between the IFRS 17 system and other financial systems.
• Regular updates and reports to stakeholders on data flow between IFRS 17 and other systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) is a plus.

Relevant Experience

• Experience in system analysis, design, integration and implementation, preferably within the finance, baking or insurance sector.
• Strong understanding of IFRS 17 standards and financial reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in data management and analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Excel, ETL tools).
• Experience with REST, Soap and Graph technologies.
• Experience in Object Oriented Programming Languages such as Java, Python.
• Experience with Application Gateways such as Azure, WS02, etc.
• Experience in working with Enterprise Service Bus Software.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial software (e.g., Oracle) is desirable.

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Job Ref. No. JLIL305

Role Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join our team and lead the data integration, processing, and transformation efforts for our IFRS 17 implementation projects on Microsoft Azure. This role will involve close collaboration with actuarial, finance, and IT teams to ensure compliance with IFRS 17 reporting standards for Health and Life Insurance portfolios. The successful candidate will design and build efficient, scalable data pipelines within Azure and ensure endto-end data quality for IFRS 17 reporting requirements.

Main Responsibilities
Strategic Functions

• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
  • Working closely with actuarial, finance, risk, and IT teams to define data requirements, resolve challenges, and
  • deliver IFRS 17 reporting datasets on time.
  • Acting as the Azure data engineering subject matter expert, guiding best practices and processes within the IFRS 17 project team.
• Technical Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Optimizing database and data warehouse performance to support IFRS 17 analytics and reporting over the long term.
  • Identifying opportunities to enhance data workflows and infrastructure for scalability and efficiency.
• Alignment with IFRS 17 Compliance Goals
  • Collaborating with actuarial, finance, and accounting teams to ensure data solutions meet IFRS 17 reporting standards and timelines, contributing to regulatory compliance at a strategic level.
• Leadership in Data Engineering Practices
  • Guiding the team on Azure best practices, standards, and innovative approaches, positioning the organization for success in complex, data-driven projects beyond IFRS 17.

Operational Functions

• Azure Data Pipeline Development
  • Designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines on Azure to ingest, transform, and store large datasets from multiple sources (e.g., policy administration systems, claims systems, finance systems).
  • Using Azure services like Azure Synapse Analytics to orchestrate and optimize data workflows for performance, reliability, and consistency.
• IFRS 17 Data Integration
  • Developing data mapping, transformation rules, and data models to support IFRS 17 methodologies for Health and Life Insurance products.
  • Ensuring data flows align with IFRS 17 reporting timelines and compliance standards.
• Data Quality & Governance
  • Implementing data validation checks, reconciliation processes, and governance frameworks to ensure accuracy,
  • completeness, and consistency of IFRS 17 data within the Azure Data Lake.
• Technical Implementation
  • Writing and optimizing Python scripts for data processing and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tasks.
  • Querying and processing data using SQL in Azure SQL Databases or Synapse.
  • Optimizing database performance (e.g., indexing, partitioning) in Azure Synapse or SQL Database.
• 5ocumentation
  • Developing and maintaining detailed documentation of data engineering processes, data flows, and transformation
  • logic to meet audit and regulatory requirements.
• Compliance & Security
  • Ensuring data handling processes comply with information security protocols, regulatory guidelines, and Azure cloud security best practices.

Corporate Governance

• Regulatory Compliance Oversight: Ensure all data engineering processes adhere to IFRS 17 reporting standards, audit requirements, and relevant financial regulations, safeguarding the organization’s legal and ethical obligations.
• Data Integrity and Accountability: Implement robust data validation, reconciliation, and governance frameworks within Azure to maintain accurate, complete, and consistent datasets, fostering trust in IFRS 17 reporting across stakeholders.
• Risk Mitigation through Security Practices: Uphold information security protocols and Azure cloud security best practices to protect sensitive insurance data, reducing risks related to breaches or non-compliance.
• Transparent Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive documentation of data flows, transformation logic, and processes, enabling traceability and supporting internal audits, regulatory reviews, and cross-functional accountability.

Leadership and Culture

• Fostering Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a bridge between technical and business teams (e.g., actuarial, finance, IT), promoting a culture of teamwork, mutual understanding, and shared goals in IFRS 17 projects.
• Empowering Knowledge Sharing: Share expertise in Azure data engineering and IFRS 17 processes through documentation and guidance, building team capability and encouraging a learning environment.
• Driving Accountability and Excellence: Uphold high standards of data quality and compliance, inspiring a culture of responsibility and precision that aligns with organizational values.
• Supporting Adaptability and Innovation: Contribute to a forward-thinking culture by introducing technical innovations and continuous improvements, helping the team adapt to evolving regulatory and business needs.

Key Competencies.

• Technical Proficiency in Azure and Programming: Expertise in Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake, Python, and SQL to design and optimize data solutions for performance and scalability.
• Domain Knowledge of Insurance and IFRS 17: Strong understanding of Health and Life Insurance data structures and IFRS 17 requirements to align technical solutions with business and regulatory needs.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex data challenges, identify solutions, and optimize workflows to meet IFRS 17 reporting demands efficiently.
• Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication: Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with actuarial, finance, and IT teams, ensuring alignment and resolving data-related issues.

Key Deliverables

• Scalable Azure Data Pipelines: Design, build, and maintain efficient data pipelines on Azure to ingest, transform, and store large datasets from multiple sources, ensuring timely IFRS 17 reporting.
• IFRS 17 Data Integration Models: Develop data mappings, transformation rules, and models that align with IFRS 17 methodologies for Health and Life Insurance products, enabling accurate financial reporting. Data Quality and Governance Framework: Implement validation checks, reconciliation processes, and governance framewoks within the Azure Data Lake to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Comprehensive Process Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of data flows, transformation logic, and engineering processes to support audits, regulatory compliance, and team knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field

Relevant Experience

• 3+ years of experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar data-focused role.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering large-scale data solutions in complex environments, ideally in Azure.