Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited (Kenya Re) has announced nine career opportunities across its operations in Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda. The vacancies include senior management, audit, actuarial, research, marketing, claims and administration roles.
Kenya Re is a leading reinsurer listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). The corporation is also rated B by A.M. Best and A+ by the Global Credit Rating Company (GCR). The advertised positions will be based at the corporation’s Head Office in Nairobi, Kenya, as well as its subsidiary and liaison offices in Rwanda and Uganda.
The recruitment includes permanent and pensionable roles alongside five-year long-term contract positions. Interested and qualified candidates are advised to access the detailed requirements for each vacancy from the Kenya Re website, www.kenyare.co.ke, or from Fage HR Consultants’ website, www.eaglehr.co.ke.
Below is a detailed overview of all the Kenya Re job vacancies advertised.
1) General Manager – Internal Audit
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 5
Terms and Conditions: Long-term Contract (5 years)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Kenya Re is seeking to recruit a General Manager for Internal Audit. This is a senior leadership position within the corporation and is expected to provide strategic direction for internal audit activities.
The role will focus on supporting sound governance, accountability, risk management and internal control systems across the organisation. The successful candidate will be expected to oversee audit planning, coordinate audit engagements and ensure that audit findings are appropriately documented, communicated and followed up.
The General Manager – Internal Audit will also be expected to provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of operational, financial and governance processes. The position will work closely with management and relevant governance structures to identify areas requiring improvement and to support implementation of audit recommendations.
Key areas of responsibility are expected to include:
- Providing overall leadership and direction for the Internal Audit function.
- Developing audit plans and ensuring that audit activities are aligned with organisational priorities and risks.
- Reviewing financial, operational and administrative processes to assess the adequacy of internal controls.
- Identifying potential risks that may affect the corporation’s operations, resources or compliance obligations.
- Preparing audit reports and presenting key findings to the relevant management and governance structures.
- Following up on agreed audit recommendations and monitoring corrective action.
- Supporting the promotion of accountability, integrity and prudent use of organisational resources.
- Advising management on improvements that may strengthen systems, procedures and controls.
- Coordinating internal audit staff and ensuring that audit work is completed to the required standard.
- Maintaining appropriate records of audit findings, reports and follow-up actions.
This position is suitable for an experienced professional who can provide independent oversight while engaging constructively with different departments across the corporation.
2) General Manager – Kenya Re Foundation
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 5
Terms and Conditions: Long-term Contract (5 years)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Kenya Re has also advertised a General Manager position for the Kenya Re Foundation. The role will provide leadership for the foundation’s programmes and activities.
The Kenya Re Foundation is expected to serve as the corporation’s vehicle for implementing relevant social impact, community support and development initiatives. The General Manager will be responsible for coordinating the foundation’s operations and ensuring that its programmes are properly planned, managed and monitored.
The office holder will be expected to work with relevant stakeholders in identifying priority areas for support, implementing approved initiatives and reporting on programme outcomes. The position will also be responsible for ensuring that the foundation’s work is aligned with its objectives and available resources.
The role may involve the following responsibilities:
- Providing strategic and operational leadership for the Kenya Re Foundation.
- Coordinating the planning and implementation of foundation programmes and initiatives.
- Identifying opportunities for community engagement and social impact initiatives.
- Managing programme activities, timelines, budgets and related resources.
- Building and maintaining relationships with communities, partners and other stakeholders.
- Monitoring the progress and outcomes of foundation-supported projects.
- Preparing reports on programme implementation, achievements, challenges and resource use.
- Supporting the development of initiatives that respond to identified community and development needs.
- Ensuring that foundation activities are conducted in line with approved policies and procedures.
- Providing guidance to staff and partners involved in the delivery of foundation projects.
The General Manager – Kenya Re Foundation will be expected to combine leadership, programme oversight and stakeholder engagement in supporting the foundation’s mandate.
3) Chief Representative – Rwanda Liaison Office
Location: Rwanda
Job Grade: 4C
Terms and Conditions: Long-term Contract (5 years)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Kenya Re is recruiting a Chief Representative for its Rwanda Liaison Office. The position will be based in Rwanda and will provide leadership for the liaison office’s activities within the market.
The Chief Representative will be expected to represent Kenya Re in Rwanda, support business relationships and coordinate the corporation’s engagements with relevant stakeholders. The office holder will play an important role in strengthening the organisation’s presence, visibility and working relationships in the country.
The position is likely to involve coordination with clients, business partners, regulatory institutions and other relevant industry stakeholders. The Chief Representative will also be expected to provide market information and updates that can support the corporation’s business planning and decision-making.
Key duties for the position may include:
- Providing leadership and oversight for the Rwanda Liaison Office.
- Representing Kenya Re in engagements with stakeholders in Rwanda.
- Developing and maintaining professional relationships with clients, partners and relevant institutions.
- Supporting the corporation’s business development and market presence in Rwanda.
- Monitoring market developments and identifying opportunities relevant to Kenya Re’s operations.
- Coordinating office activities and ensuring that operations are conducted effectively.
- Preparing reports on market developments, office activities and stakeholder engagements.
- Communicating relevant information between the Rwanda Liaison Office and Kenya Re’s Head Office.
- Supporting initiatives aimed at strengthening the corporation’s regional presence.
- Ensuring that the liaison office maintains a professional and responsive relationship with stakeholders.
The role is particularly important in supporting Kenya Re’s operations and relationships within Rwanda.
4) Assistant Manager – Research and Development
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 3C
Terms and Conditions: Permanent
Number of Vacancies: 1
The Assistant Manager – Research and Development position will be based in Kenya on permanent terms. The role will support research activities, market analysis and the development of ideas that can contribute to the corporation’s growth and competitiveness.
Research and development is important in the insurance and reinsurance sector because market conditions, customer needs, products, technologies and risks continue to evolve. The successful candidate will be expected to help gather, analyse and interpret information that can support management decisions and future business initiatives.
The position may also support the review of industry trends and emerging developments affecting the insurance and reinsurance environment. Findings from research activities may be used to guide product development, service improvement, operational planning and strategic decision-making.
Key responsibilities are expected to include:
- Supporting research and development activities within the corporation.
- Gathering information on industry trends, market developments and emerging risks.
- Conducting research that supports business planning and innovation.
- Analysing research findings and preparing clear reports for management consideration.
- Supporting the identification of areas for product, process or service improvement.
- Working with relevant departments to obtain information needed for research assignments.
- Monitoring developments that may affect the insurance and reinsurance sector.
- Assisting in the preparation of research proposals, reports and presentations.
- Supporting the implementation and monitoring of approved research initiatives.
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation for research activities.
This role will support evidence-based planning and may suit professionals interested in research, innovation, market intelligence and business development.
5) Assistant Manager – Marketing and Development
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 3C
Terms and Conditions: Permanent
Number of Vacancies: 1
Kenya Re is also seeking an Assistant Manager for Marketing and Development. The position will be based in Kenya and offered on permanent terms.
The role will support Kenya Re’s marketing and business development efforts. It will be concerned with strengthening awareness of the corporation’s services, supporting client engagement and contributing to initiatives intended to grow and maintain business relationships.
The Assistant Manager – Marketing and Development will be expected to work with relevant teams in communicating the corporation’s offerings and identifying opportunities for market growth. The position may also support the planning and delivery of marketing activities, stakeholder engagements and business development initiatives.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to a professional approach to market engagement while ensuring that activities reflect the corporation’s overall business objectives.
Key duties may include:
- Supporting the development and implementation of marketing and business development activities.
- Assisting in identifying potential markets, clients and business opportunities.
- Supporting client engagement and relationship management initiatives.
- Coordinating marketing campaigns, events, presentations and related activities.
- Gathering market feedback and preparing reports on client needs and market trends.
- Working with internal teams to support the communication of Kenya Re’s services.
- Supporting the preparation of marketing materials and business development documents.
- Monitoring the performance of marketing initiatives and reporting on outcomes.
- Contributing to plans intended to strengthen the corporation’s market presence.
- Maintaining records of business development activities, stakeholder engagements and market information.
The role will support efforts to sustain and expand Kenya Re’s commercial relationships and market visibility.
6) Assistant Manager – Actuarial
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 3C
Terms and Conditions: Permanent
Number of Vacancies: 1
Kenya Re has advertised an Assistant Manager – Actuarial position based in Kenya. The role is permanent and will support actuarial work within the corporation.
Actuarial functions are central to insurance and reinsurance operations because they involve analysing risk, financial exposure and information that supports pricing, reserving and planning. The successful candidate will be expected to support actuarial analysis and assist in preparing information for management and relevant business functions.
The role may involve working with data, reviewing trends and contributing to actuarial reports. The Assistant Manager – Actuarial will be expected to support accurate analysis and timely reporting in line with the corporation’s operational needs.
Key areas of responsibility are expected to include:
- Supporting actuarial analysis and related reporting activities.
- Assisting with the review of data relevant to insurance and reinsurance business.
- Contributing to actuarial models, calculations and assessments.
- Supporting the preparation of reports for management and relevant stakeholders.
- Reviewing trends that may affect risk exposure and financial planning.
- Working with relevant departments to obtain and validate information required for actuarial work.
- Supporting the documentation of actuarial assumptions, methodologies and findings.
- Assisting in the review of business performance from an actuarial perspective.
- Contributing to initiatives aimed at improving the quality and availability of actuarial information.
- Maintaining organised records of actuarial analysis and reports.
The position will contribute to the corporation’s understanding of risk and its ability to make informed business decisions.
7) Senior Actuarial Officer
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 3A
Terms and Conditions: Permanent
Number of Vacancies: 1
The Senior Actuarial Officer position is another permanent opportunity within Kenya Re’s actuarial function. The position will be based in Kenya.
The officer will be expected to support the delivery of actuarial work and provide technical input on areas relevant to the corporation’s insurance and reinsurance operations. This may include data review, risk analysis, actuarial calculations and preparation of reports.
The position will work within the actuarial function and may support the implementation of assigned actuarial projects and routine analytical activities. The Senior Actuarial Officer will be expected to maintain accuracy, confidentiality and proper documentation while handling actuarial information.
The role may cover the following duties:
- Undertaking actuarial analysis and supporting assigned actuarial projects.
- Reviewing data used in actuarial calculations and assessments.
- Assisting with the preparation of actuarial reports and technical documents.
- Supporting the analysis of risk-related and financial information.
- Contributing to the development and review of actuarial models and assumptions.
- Working with relevant teams to obtain information required for actuarial assignments.
- Supporting the assessment of trends affecting insurance and reinsurance operations.
- Maintaining accurate records of calculations, analysis and reports.
- Assisting in the preparation of information for management decision-making.
- Supporting continuous improvement in actuarial processes and reporting.
This role will support the day-to-day technical work required within the corporation’s actuarial operations.
8) Claims Officer
Location: Uganda
Job Grade: 2B
Terms and Conditions: Permanent
Number of Vacancies: 1
Kenya Re is recruiting a Claims Officer to be based in Uganda. The position is offered on permanent terms.
The Claims Officer will support the management and processing of claims-related matters within the corporation’s Uganda operations. Claims management is a key function in insurance and reinsurance because it involves the review, documentation, coordination and follow-up of matters arising from reported losses.
The successful candidate will be expected to ensure that claims information is handled properly and that relevant records are maintained. The role may require communication with clients, partners and internal teams in relation to claims documentation, updates and processing requirements.
Key duties may include:
- Supporting the handling and processing of claims-related matters.
- Receiving, reviewing and maintaining claims documentation.
- Coordinating with relevant parties on claims information and follow-up requirements.
- Keeping accurate and organised records of claims activities.
- Supporting the preparation of claims reports and status updates.
- Assisting with the review of claims information in line with applicable processes.
- Following up on outstanding documentation and information related to claims.
- Supporting communication with clients, partners and internal stakeholders on claims matters.
- Escalating matters requiring further review or action through the appropriate channels.
- Supporting efficient and professional service delivery within the claims function.
The Claims Officer role will contribute to timely, well-documented and responsive handling of claims matters in Uganda.
9) Assistant Administrator – Rwanda Liaison Office
Location: Rwanda
Job Grade: 2A
Terms and Conditions: Long-term Contract (5 years)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Kenya Re is seeking an Assistant Administrator for its Rwanda Liaison Office. The position will be based in Rwanda and will be offered on a five-year long-term contract.
The Assistant Administrator will support the smooth running of administrative activities at the liaison office. The role is expected to provide administrative coordination, maintain office records and support communication between the liaison office, Head Office and relevant stakeholders.
The successful candidate will assist in ensuring that office activities are organised and that administrative requirements are handled in a timely manner. The position may also support scheduling, correspondence, document management and preparation of administrative reports.
Key responsibilities are expected to include:
- Providing administrative support to the Rwanda Liaison Office.
- Maintaining office files, records, correspondence and other administrative documents.
- Supporting communication with internal teams, clients, partners and other stakeholders.
- Assisting with meeting arrangements, schedules and office coordination.
- Preparing routine administrative reports, letters and related documentation.
- Supporting the management of office supplies, records and operational requirements.
- Assisting in receiving, recording and directing correspondence and enquiries.
- Supporting the Chief Representative and other office staff in assigned administrative activities.
- Ensuring that office records are organised, current and accessible when required.
- Supporting a professional and efficient working environment within the liaison office.
This position is important in supporting the Rwanda Liaison Office’s administrative effectiveness and stakeholder coordination.
Kenya Re Job Vacancies Summary
The nine vacancies advertised by Kenya Re are:
- General Manager – Internal Audit
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 5
Terms: Long-term Contract (5 years)
Vacancies: 1 - General Manager – Kenya Re Foundation
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 5
Terms: Long-term Contract (5 years)
Vacancies: 1 - Chief Representative – Rwanda Liaison Office
Location: Rwanda
Job Grade: 4C
Terms: Long-term Contract (5 years)
Vacancies: 1 - Assistant Manager – Research and Development
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 3C
Terms: Permanent
Vacancies: 1 - Assistant Manager – Marketing and Development
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 3C
Terms: Permanent
Vacancies: 1 - Assistant Manager – Actuarial
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 3C
Terms: Permanent
Vacancies: 1 - Senior Actuarial Officer
Location: Kenya
Job Grade: 3A
Terms: Permanent
Vacancies: 1 - Claims Officer
Location: Uganda
Job Grade: 2B
Terms: Permanent
Vacancies: 1 - Assistant Administrator – Rwanda Liaison Office
Location: Rwanda
Job Grade: 2A
Terms: Long-term Contract (5 years)
Vacancies: 1
Terms and Conditions of Service
The advertised positions are either on permanent and pensionable terms of employment or on contract terms, as provided under the corporation’s Human Resource Policy and Procedures Manual and the applicable schedule.
Applicants should carefully review the detailed information and requirements for their preferred position before submitting an application. Kenya Re has directed candidates to obtain these details from its website, www.kenyare.co.ke, and from Fage HR Consultants’ website, www.eaglehr.co.ke.
How to Apply for Kenya Re Jobs
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a complete application containing:
- An application letter.
- A detailed curriculum vitae.
- A copy of the National Identity Card.
- Names and contacts, including telephone numbers and email addresses, of three professional referees.
Applicants should indicate in their CV their current or last salary. They should also state whether they are persons living with disability.
Applications should be submitted through either of the following channels:
- Kenya Re website: www.kenyare.co.ke
- Fage HR Consultants website: www.eaglehr.co.ke
- Email: [email protected]
Closing Date: 2nd October 2026
