Madison Life Insurance Company (Z) Limited (MLife) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals to fill in the following positions to be based at our Head Office in Lusaka.
1. Position: Assistant Investment Manager
Location: Lusaka
KEY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, QUALITIES & COMPETENCIES
- Full grade twelve certificate with a merit or better in English and Mathematics
- Bachelor’s Degree (or its equivalent) in Investments, Finance, Banking, Economics or related fields or Professional Qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA, CFA, FRM, CISI, CAIA or equivalent).
- A minimum of 3 years work experience in investment management, financial analysis, corporate finance and related fields.
- Skill Specifications: Research and Report writing, Communication and Computer skills
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
In consultation with the Investment Manager the role is responsible for but not limited to the following:
- Continuously collect, analyse and interpret data related to the investment portfolios, such as company financial statements, price developments, currency adjustments and yield fluctuations.
- Perform financial due diligence, analysis and other actions as outlined in the companies’ investment policies and procedures on prospective investments and make appropriate recommendations.
- Undertake and write research reports that will form a key input to business proposals.
- Maintain up-to-date information on the latest economic and financial market trends and their impact on the investment portfolio.
- Draft business proposals for presentation to the Investment Manager.
- Develop and execute a marketing plan to promote the services offered by the Fund Management and ensure that the budgeted targets are achieved.
- Ensure the implementation and enforcement of investment policies and procedures and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
- Coordinate with the Finance Department to ensure that excess funds are promptly invested to maximise investment returns.
- Coordinate the audit activities of the Fund Management Department.
- Any other roles and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor.
2. Position: Audit Associate
Location: Lusaka
KEY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, QUALITIES & COMPETENCIES
- Full grade twelve certificate with Credit or better in English and Mathematics
- A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or finalist CA / CIMA/ ACCA from an accredited institution or any recognized professional qualification from an accredited institution.
- 3 years’ work experience in a similar role
- Knowledge and skills in: Financial and Risk Management and Compliance Audit
- Computer programs competence – Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
- Proficient written and verbal communication
- Good organizational and multi-tasking skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Main Duties
The role is responsible for but not limited to the following:
- Perform operational, financial and compliance audits of business operations.
- Performs the identification and evaluation of the organization’s risk areas and develops an annual Audit Plan.
- Ensure risks are identified by performing strategic risk assessments and determine that they are appropriately controlled and managed by the business.
- Develops the overall performance of audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analysing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures.
- To maintain all organizational and professional ethical standards.
- Prepare reports on audit results and provide recommendations to management for review and implementation.
- Evaluate and communicate financial and internal control best practices in use throughout the company and make recommendations for strengthening internal controls, improving operation, and reducing costs.
- Any other duties as may be assigned related to Audit.
3. Position: Human Resource Officer
Location: Lusaka
KEY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, QUALITIES & COMPETENCIES
- Full grade twelve certificate with Credit or better in English and Mathematics
- A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or Social Sciences from an accredited institution
- 3 years’ work experience in a similar role
- Member of the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management
- Computer programs competence – Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
- Problem solving and people management skills.
- Proficient written and verbal communication
- Good organizational and multi-tasking skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
In consultation with the Human Resource Manager the role is responsible for the following:
- Coordinate and conduct all recruitment activities, including sourcing and screening candidates, conducting interviews, and making hiring recommendations
- Onboard and induct new employees, including providing them with orientation and training on company policies and procedures.
- Prepare and manage staff employment contracts.
- Payroll processing, terminal benefits management, staff advances and loan processing.
- Strengthen and improve the performance evaluation system to ensure that all staff are measured in terms of their contribution to institutional goals.
- Identify and address skills gaps in the workforce by coordinating with departmental experts to develop and deliver training programs.
- Source and coordinate external training opportunities.
- Compile and manage all training materials.
- Engage with staff through various channels of communication to identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations.
- Sensitize staff on policy requirements and coordinate and manage the disciplinary process.
- Interpret and sensitize staff on employment law and policy.
- Provide support and counselling to staff.
- Create, update and maintain employee personal files and HR Staff Correspondence file
- Monthly report to Management on HR activities
- Any other duties as may be assigned.
4. Position: Finance Officers (3)
Location: Lusaka
KEY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, QUALITIES & COMPETENCIES
- Full grade twelve certificate with Credit or better in English and Mathematics
- A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or ACCA II or ZICA Professional from an accredited institution or any recognized professional institution
- 2 years’ work experience in a similar role
- Computer programs competence – Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
- Good organizational and multi-tasking skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The role is responsible for but not limited to the following:
- Issuing receipts and processing payments from the system.
- Preparation of Bank reconciliations.
- Preparation of periodical reports.
- Review of receipt and payment Reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Reconciliation of General ledger Control accounts.
- Timely preparation of statutory payments and submission of returns.
- Liaison with banks for identification of direct bank credits.
- Cooperating and making available all the necessary information to the auditors
- Experience with use of any accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
5. Position: Software Engineer
Location: Lusaka
KEY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, QUALITIES & COMPETENCIES
The job holder will be reporting to the Business Applications Manager
- Full grade twelve certificate with at least merit in Mathematics & English
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Management Systems, or a related discipline.
- Experience in Python, Java , JavaScript and data base languages like . PLSQL, SQL.
- Experience working with containers (e.g.: Docker, K8s) and microservice architectures.
- Experience in writing Database Packages, Stored Procedures, Functions, Triggers, Views, and Objects/Collections in PL/SQL
- Experience in multi-platforms such as Apex, PHP, VB.Net and JavaScript.
- Strong knowledge in Web Applications Design, Web Application Development and Sound documentation
- Performance tuning. Databases: ORACLE 11g, 12c, MySQL, MS SQL Server,
- Ability to translate low level designs into programs/applications.
- Familiarity with Functional Hierarchy Diagrams, Entity Relationship models and server model design.
- Ability to apply estimation techniques to software development efforts.
- Ability to identify and manage risk
- Ability to effectively communicate your work with both technical and non-technical peers.
- Exposure to SaaS Cloud Product Development and Micro Services Architectures
- Preferable working experience in financial services company (Life Insurance Company)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Creating new applications or APIs to enhance existing applications.
- Enhancing applications by identifying opportunities for improvement, researching solutions, making recommendations, designing, and implementing solutions
- Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing systems
- Database and application tuning
- Managing and maintaining user/system documentation
- Conducting end user training, support, and feedback evaluation
- Assist others in the use of software engineering tools to support process improvement.
- Engaging with external service provide
6. Position: Assistant ICT Manager-Infrastructure
Location: Lusaka
KEY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, QUALITIES & COMPETENCIES
- BSc in relevant subjects such as:
- Computer Science
- Computer Systems/Networks Engineering
- Electrical/Electronics/Telecoms Engineering
- Mathematics
- ITIL (V3+ or later) Foundation certification (will added advantage)
- Certification in any Infrastructure and Security Technology (will an added advantage)
- Windows Server management experience (Windows 2008R2 up to 2022 Server)
management experience - Server administration experience
- Knowledge of operational and application security
- A good understanding of M365 (Microsoft 365) and Exchange Online
- A good understanding of Microsoft Azure AD
- Experience with Windows Active Directory Services
- Familiar with Windows Server systems e.g. (2016 / 2019)
- A good understanding of Core Networking: TCP/IP, LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, Routers, Switches, DNS, Internet and DHCP
- An appreciation of Mobile technologies across iOS and Android
- A sound understanding Security technologies e.g., Firewalls, VPN etc.
- An appreciation of Virtualization and Cloud Technologies
- An understanding of backup technologies
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The role is responsible for but not limited to the following:
- Designing, building, deploying, and maintaining the IT infrastructure using the latest technology.
- Ensures all the IT systems that support business function efficiently.
Method of Application
Interested applicants should forward their detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of certified qualifications (as one document) to the Human Resource Manager via jobs@mlife.co.zm.
Closing date is Friday, 30th September 2023
Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.