1,163 Lead Environmental Health And Safety Officer jobs in Kenya
Lead Environmental Health and Safety Officer
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Lead Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Officer to oversee and implement comprehensive safety and sanitation protocols within a remote operational framework. This role requires a proactive individual who can ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, even when working from a distance. You will be instrumental in developing, maintaining, and improving our client's EHS management systems.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and enforce EHS policies and procedures across all remote operations and client sites.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and site inspections (virtually and where necessary physically, with remote guidance) to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, determining root causes and implementing preventative measures.
- Develop and deliver EHS training programs to employees and contractors, ensuring awareness and understanding of safety protocols.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with all relevant local, national, and international EHS legislation and standards.
- Manage waste disposal and environmental protection initiatives, promoting sustainable practices.
- Maintain accurate records of EHS activities, including training, inspections, and incident reports.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies and external agencies as required.
- Promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization, encouraging proactive hazard reporting and safety awareness.
- Stay current with best practices and advancements in environmental health and safety.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to management and operational teams on EHS matters.
- Develop emergency preparedness and response plans.
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Health, or a related scientific field.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in EHS management, preferably in a remote or distributed operational setting.
- In-depth knowledge of EHS regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Proven experience in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and developing corrective action plans.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and training skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a remote work environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Certification from a recognized EHS professional body (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHAA) is highly desirable.
- Experience with developing and implementing sanitation standards will be an added advantage.
- Proficiency in EHS management software and reporting tools.
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Head of Underwriting and Risk Assessment
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Our client is actively seeking an accomplished Head of Underwriting and Risk Assessment to lead their insurance operations. This critical, fully remote position requires an expert with extensive experience in developing and implementing robust underwriting policies and risk management frameworks. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the underwriting process, ensuring accurate risk assessment, pricing accuracy, and adherence to regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include managing a team of underwriters, developing underwriting guidelines, and establishing risk appetite parameters. You will collaborate closely with actuarial, claims, and product development teams to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of various insurance lines, market dynamics, and financial modeling techniques. Strong analytical, decision-making, and leadership skills are paramount. You will also be instrumental in identifying emerging risks, implementing mitigation strategies, and driving efficiency improvements within the underwriting department. This role demands excellent communication skills to articulate complex risk profiles and strategic recommendations to senior management and external stakeholders. The ability to work autonomously and manage a remote team effectively is essential for success. This position, nominally linked to Kitale, Trans-Nzoia, KE , is a fully remote role, emphasizing global collaboration and flexibility in managing risk.
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Lead Insurance Underwriter - Risk Assessment
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and analytical Lead Insurance Underwriter to join their fully remote underwriting department. This senior position is responsible for developing and implementing underwriting strategies, assessing complex risks, and making informed decisions on policy issuance across various insurance lines. You will lead a team of underwriters, provide expert guidance, and ensure the profitability and solvency of the insurance portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of risk management principles, actuarial concepts, and insurance regulations. Proven experience in underwriting, particularly with complex commercial risks or specialized insurance products, is essential. Key responsibilities include evaluating applications, analyzing financial data and loss history, determining appropriate premiums and coverage terms, and collaborating with brokers and agents to gather necessary information. You will also be involved in developing underwriting guidelines, training junior underwriters, and monitoring market trends to adapt strategies accordingly. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a reputable insurance firm while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote work environment, allowing you to operate from anywhere. While the role is remote, an understanding of the insurance market and client needs within regions such as Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE can be advantageous for strategic insights. A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, or a related field is required; professional designations such as CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter) or equivalent are highly preferred. Strong analytical, decision-making, and leadership skills are paramount. If you are a seasoned underwriter passionate about risk assessment and eager to lead and innovate within a remote-first setting, we encourage you to apply.
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Lead Environmental Health & Safety Officer
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Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Officer to establish and maintain robust EHS programs within a remote-first operational framework. This position is crucial for ensuring compliance, promoting a safe working environment, and minimizing environmental impact across all our client’s distributed operations. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing EHS policies, procedures, and training programs. This role requires a deep understanding of national and international EHS regulations, risk assessment methodologies, and incident investigation techniques. You will work closely with various department heads to integrate EHS best practices into daily operations, conduct regular audits, and ensure prompt resolution of any EHS concerns.
Primary responsibilities include:
The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, or a related discipline. A minimum of 7 years of relevant EHS experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role, is required. Strong knowledge of EHS best practices, risk management, and regulatory requirements is essential. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are necessary. Proficiency in EHS management software and a recognized EHS certification (e.g., NEBOSH, CSP) are highly desirable. This is a remote position, demanding self-discipline, excellent time management, and the ability to work autonomously. You will be instrumental in shaping our client’s commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, contributing to a healthier and more sustainable future for all. Although the work is remote, it supports operations in the vicinity of **Eldoret, Kenya**. Our client values a diverse workforce and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing comprehensive EHS management systems.
- Conducting site assessments and risk analyses to identify potential hazards.
- Investigating incidents, accidents, and near misses, and implementing corrective actions.
- Developing and delivering EHS training programs to employees at all levels.
- Ensuring compliance with all applicable EHS laws, regulations, and standards.
- Managing waste disposal and environmental impact mitigation strategies.
- Maintaining EHS records and preparing regulatory reports.
- Promoting a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
- Collaborating with external regulatory agencies and stakeholders.
- Leading and mentoring junior EHS staff.
The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, or a related discipline. A minimum of 7 years of relevant EHS experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role, is required. Strong knowledge of EHS best practices, risk management, and regulatory requirements is essential. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are necessary. Proficiency in EHS management software and a recognized EHS certification (e.g., NEBOSH, CSP) are highly desirable. This is a remote position, demanding self-discipline, excellent time management, and the ability to work autonomously. You will be instrumental in shaping our client’s commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, contributing to a healthier and more sustainable future for all. Although the work is remote, it supports operations in the vicinity of **Eldoret, Kenya**. Our client values a diverse workforce and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
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Senior Risk Assessment Analyst
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Our client, a leading financial services provider, is seeking a highly skilled and analytical Senior Risk Assessment Analyst to join their dynamic team in Mombasa, Mombasa, KE . This is a hybrid role, offering a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating various financial and operational risks within the organization. This includes conducting thorough risk assessments, developing risk management strategies, and implementing control measures to safeguard company assets and reputation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including underwriting, claims, and actuarial departments, to ensure comprehensive risk coverage.
Key responsibilities will involve:
Qualifications and Experience:
The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating various financial and operational risks within the organization. This includes conducting thorough risk assessments, developing risk management strategies, and implementing control measures to safeguard company assets and reputation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including underwriting, claims, and actuarial departments, to ensure comprehensive risk coverage.
Key responsibilities will involve:
- Developing and maintaining risk assessment frameworks and methodologies.
- Analyzing large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and potential risk exposures.
- Preparing detailed reports on risk findings and recommendations for senior management.
- Designing and implementing risk mitigation plans and monitoring their effectiveness.
- Staying abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices in risk management.
- Collaborating with internal audit to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Providing training and guidance to other departments on risk management principles.
- Developing and managing key risk indicators (KRIs) and dashboards.
- Conducting scenario analysis and stress testing to evaluate the impact of potential adverse events.
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of risk management processes and tools.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field. A Master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in risk management, preferably within the insurance industry.
- Strong understanding of insurance products, underwriting, and claims processes.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis and data modeling techniques.
- Experience with risk management software and tools (e.g., SAS, R, Python).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
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Senior Insurance Underwriter - Risk Assessment
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Our client, a reputable insurance provider, is looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Insurance Underwriter to join their risk management team. This role is crucial in evaluating and pricing insurance policies, ensuring profitability and compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of actuarial principles, risk assessment methodologies, and insurance product lines. Responsibilities include analyzing complex risk factors associated with potential policyholders, determining appropriate coverage levels, and setting competitive yet profitable premiums. You will collaborate closely with agents, brokers, and other departments to gather necessary information and make informed underwriting decisions. The ability to interpret financial statements, assess historical data, and apply underwriting guidelines effectively is essential. Strong analytical, decision-making, and negotiation skills are required. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for a balance between remote work and essential in-office collaboration, including client meetings and team discussions. A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field, coupled with significant experience in insurance underwriting, is highly desirable. Professional designations such as AU, CPCU, or equivalent are a significant asset. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute to the financial health and strategic growth of the organization by managing risk effectively in **Naivasha, Nakuru, KE**.
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Senior Underwriting Manager, Risk Assessment
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Our client, a reputable insurance provider committed to sound risk management, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Underwriting Manager to oversee underwriting operations and risk assessment. This role is fully remote, allowing you to leverage your expertise in evaluating and managing risk from the comfort of your home office.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a team of underwriters, providing guidance, training, and performance management in a remote setting.
- Develop, implement, and refine underwriting policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure consistent and accurate risk assessment.
- Review complex insurance applications and proposals, making informed decisions on acceptability, terms, conditions, and pricing.
- Analyze financial statements, market data, and other relevant information to assess the risk profile of potential clients across various industries.
- Collaborate with actuarial, claims, and sales departments to ensure alignment on risk appetite and product profitability.
- Monitor underwriting performance metrics, identifying trends, and implementing strategies for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal risk management frameworks.
- Stay current with industry best practices, emerging risks, and market developments in the insurance sector.
- Develop and deliver training programs for underwriters on new products, policies, and risk assessment techniques.
- Contribute to the development and launch of new insurance products by providing expert underwriting input.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced certifications such as ACII or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Proven expertise in risk assessment methodologies and underwriting principles for commercial or personal lines insurance.
- Strong understanding of financial analysis, statistical modeling, and risk management.
- Excellent leadership, team management, and coaching skills.
- Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills, essential for remote team leadership and stakeholder engagement.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and CRM systems.
- Ability to work independently, manage workload effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
- In-depth knowledge of the Kenyan insurance market is a significant advantage.
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Remote Lead Insurance Underwriter - Risk Assessment
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Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Lead Insurance Underwriter to join their expanding team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will be responsible for evaluating and assessing insurance risks, determining policy terms and conditions, and pricing policies accurately to ensure profitability and client satisfaction. This role requires a deep understanding of actuarial principles, risk management strategies, and regulatory requirements within the insurance industry. You will work closely with actuaries, claims adjusters, and sales teams to develop and refine underwriting guidelines and policies. Key responsibilities include analyzing complex financial data, evaluating historical loss data, and assessing the potential for future losses for individual risks and portfolios. You will also be involved in developing new insurance products and enhancing existing ones by providing expert underwriting insights. This position involves mentoring and guiding junior underwriters, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the underwriting department. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, Economics, or a related field, along with a minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in insurance underwriting. Professional designations such as ACII, FLMI, or equivalent are highly desirable. Proven experience in underwriting various lines of business (e.g., life, health, general insurance) is essential. Strong analytical, quantitative, and critical thinking skills are a must. You must be proficient in data analysis tools and have excellent communication and negotiation skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. The ability to make sound, data-driven decisions in a remote setting is critical. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in the insurance sector, contributing to strategic decision-making and enjoying the flexibility of a remote-first environment. While the role is remote, strategic oversight and collaboration will be key in relation to insurance markets affecting Kericho, Kericho, KE.
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Senior Insurance Underwriter - Complex Risk Assessment
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Our client is seeking an experienced and highly analytical Senior Insurance Underwriter to join their fully remote team. This role is responsible for evaluating and assessing complex insurance risks, determining appropriate coverage terms, and setting premium rates for a diverse portfolio of clients. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of insurance principles, financial analysis, risk management techniques, and regulatory requirements. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the profitability and solvency of the insurance portfolio by making sound underwriting decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze and underwrite complex insurance applications, assessing risks associated with individuals, businesses, and properties.
- Evaluate financial statements, loss histories, and other relevant data to determine policy terms, conditions, and pricing.
- Develop and apply underwriting guidelines and policies to ensure consistent risk selection and pricing.
- Make informed decisions on policy acceptance, rejection, or modification, balancing risk appetite with profitability goals.
- Collaborate with insurance brokers and agents to gather necessary information and explain underwriting decisions.
- Stay current with industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes affecting insurance underwriting.
- Identify and mitigate potential sources of adverse selection and moral hazard.
- Assist in the development and implementation of new insurance products and underwriting tools.
- Mentor junior underwriters and provide training on underwriting best practices and techniques.
- Participate in audits and reviews to ensure compliance with underwriting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to the overall strategic direction of the underwriting department.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in insurance underwriting, with a strong focus on complex commercial or specialty lines.
- Proven track record of sound underwriting judgment and profitable portfolio management.
- In-depth knowledge of insurance contracts, policy wordings, and relevant legal/regulatory frameworks.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload in a remote environment.
- Professional designations such as ACII, CPCU, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and standard office applications.
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Senior Underwriter - Remote Risk Assessment
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Our client, a distinguished insurance provider, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Underwriter to join their remote team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for evaluating and accepting or rejecting insurance risks, determining appropriate coverage, and setting premium rates. Working entirely remotely, you will leverage your expertise to assess complex risks across various lines of business, ensuring the financial health and profitability of the company. Your duties will include conducting thorough risk analyses, reviewing financial statements and loss history reports, and interpreting policy terms and conditions. You will collaborate closely with brokers and agents to gather necessary information and provide expert advice on risk management strategies. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of actuarial principles, market trends, and regulatory requirements within the insurance industry. You will utilize underwriting software and databases to inform decision-making and maintain accurate records. A key aspect of this role is to identify potential fraud and implement measures to prevent it. The Senior Underwriter will also be responsible for mentoring junior underwriters, contributing to the development of underwriting guidelines, and participating in strategic planning initiatives. This position demands exceptional critical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex risk assessments clearly and concisely. The capacity to work independently and manage a demanding workload in a fully remote setting is essential.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Assess and underwrite complex insurance risks across multiple lines of business.
- Determine appropriate policy terms, conditions, and premium rates.
- Review financial statements, loss runs, and other relevant documentation.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, agents, and clients.
- Identify and evaluate potential exposures and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Utilize underwriting systems and tools to manage applications and policy information.
- Assist in the development and refinement of underwriting policies and procedures.
- Mentor and guide junior underwriting staff.
- Contribute to market analysis and product development initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional designation (e.g., ACII, CPCU) is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in insurance underwriting, with a specialization in complex risks.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with a solid understanding of financial principles.
- Proficiency in underwriting software and risk assessment tools.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and decision-making abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage a significant workload in a remote environment.
- Keen attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
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