1823 Chief Financial Officer jobs in Nairobi

About Us

At
MIC Global Risks
, we're not just about managing risks; we're about redefining them. As a forward-thinking leader in global risk solutions, we empower businesses to navigate uncertainty with confidence, innovation, and resilience. Our team is a dynamic blend of visionaries, problem-solvers, and trailblazers who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about making a real impact.

We believe that our greatest asset is our people. That's why we're committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and growth. From cutting-edge technology to a supportive and empowering work environment, we provide the tools and opportunities for our team to excel both professionally and personally.

If you're ready to join a company that values bold ideas, embraces challenges, and celebrates success, then
MIC Global Risks
is the place for you. Together, we'll shape the future of risk management and have a lot of fun along the way.

About the Role

We are on the look out for an exceptional
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
to join our leadership team and play a pivotal role in driving financial excellence and sustainable growth across our General Insurance Brokerage and International Private Medical Insurance (IPMI) portfolios. As a key strategic partner, you will shape the financial strategy, strengthen risk management, and ensure regulatory compliance while enabling operational efficiency and long-term success in a dynamic, highly regulated insurance environment.

We are also open to international candidates who are not based in Kenya.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Strategy and Planning

Develop and execute financial strategies that align with company growth objectives, lead long-term planning and capital allocation, and identify opportunities for growth and efficiency through market and competitive analysis.

• Financial Reporting and Performance Analysis

Ensure timely and accurate reporting across all entities, establish KPIs to track business performance, and provide financial insights that guide executive decision-making.

• Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management

Oversee compliance with local and international regulations, manage financial risks including underwriting and investment exposures, and ensure effective pricing models, reserves, and capital optimization.

• Operational Risk and Internal Controls

Implement strong governance frameworks, fraud prevention, and internal audit systems while safeguarding assets, ensuring compliance, and supporting business continuity.

• Treasury and Capital Management

Manage capital structure, liquidity, and investment portfolios, optimize cash flow and reinsurance agreements, and maintain capital adequacy to support growth.

• Budgeting and Operational Excellence

Lead budgeting processes, drive cost optimization, and identify process improvements that improve profitability while maintaining service quality.

• Stakeholder Management and Strategic Communication

Present financial performance and recommendations to the Board and senior leadership while engaging with auditors, regulators, investors, and partners, and support M&A activities through due diligence and integration planning.

• Technology and Digital Finance Transformation

Champion advanced financial systems, analytics, and automation to improve forecasting, reporting, and decision-making while building data-driven financial frameworks.

• Investor Relations and Capital Markets

Manage investor and market relationships, oversee capital raising and financing initiatives, and ensure transparent reporting to build stakeholder confidence.

• Leadership and Team Development

Lead and develop high-performing finance teams across regions, foster continuous improvement, and drive cross-functional collaboration with underwriting, claims, operations, and technology.

Preferred Experience & Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (MBA, CFA, CPA, or ACCA qualification), with at least 10 years

of progressive senior finance leadership experience in insurance operations.

• Proven track record in insurance financial management, with significant

experience in General Insurance and IPMI sectors.

• Strong experience in regulatory compliance, capital management, and

financial risk assessment across multiple jurisdictions.

• Demonstrated expertise in financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and

complex financial modeling with capital markets and fundraising experience.

• Ability to lead transformational finance projects and drive operational

efficiency across international operations.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management

capabilities with cross-cultural management experience.

• Deep knowledge of insurance financial metrics, actuarial principles, and

regulatory frameworks.

• Results-oriented, innovative, and able to adapt to evolving regulatory and

market conditions.

• Advanced proficiency in financial systems, data analytics, and emerging

technologies including AI, blockchain, automated reporting, and predictive

modeling applications in insurance finance.

• Demonstrated crisis management and business continuity planning

capabilities with strong cross-cultural management skills.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively with board members, executive

leadership, and various internal and external stakeholders across diverse

geographical markets.

• Comprehensive understanding of multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements

and proven ability to work effectively with regulatory bodies across different markets.