Namutebi Sandrah
Seasoned Marketer & Business development expert
Kampala
Summary
Experienced leader with a strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Skilled in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Recognized for a collaborative approach and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Head Corporate Business
Old Mutual Life Assurance
Kampala
1 2023 - Current
- Followed the business strategy and make sure it implemented
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Ensured there is increase channel performance
- Ensured all channels create partnerships and which create help in the increase of APE
- Developed new Products which are marketable in the industry which means study the market and identify what the need would be
- Developed working Strategies benefiting business growth which support all channels
- Supported the management team to create strategic partnership
- Came up with the best Initiative to sell UAPOM Old mutual life assurance Products to the clients
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Supported the head of distribution to ensure there is smooth running of the business
- Supervised all the marketing activities ensure product launch is successful and any other marketing activities in the corporate space
- Ensured that all necessary partner reports are produced accurately and on time, including producing and submitting the monthly sales reports
- Assisted in Product Audits and ensure Monitoring of Product Productivity has been analyzed.
Business Development Manager
Old Mutual Life Assurance
Kampala
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Designed business strategies which will enable conversion of business our products and latter convert them to new Business
- Assessed current market channel space and then develop the proper initiatives to ensure delivery, execution, and support of this space to achieve identified channel subscriber and revenue targets
- Handled market intelligence reports and suggest ways of change or actions
- Created new relationships and manage the existing including all channels of corporate clients
- Assessed current market channel space and then develop the proper initiatives to ensure delivery, execution, and support of this space to achieve identified channel subscriber and revenue targets
- Addressed all matters raised by the Client and make sure they're resolved by the concerned stakeholders
- Consistently followed -up with stakeholders in the market and create consistency through creating a business tracker
- Supported other related channels with training, sensitization, and Customer engagements when available
- Rendered any Sales Pitch to broker firms, Sales Team, any other Client base to grow the business
- Came up with the best Initiative to sell UAPOM Old mutual Products to the clients
- Trained and sensitized of the market and Agents on product Knowledge, Revenue Growth on all company matters
- Analyzed what channels are preferable by the customers and implement for development of the brand.
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
Bancassurance Administration
Stanbic Bank Uganda
Kampala
01.2012 - 12.2018
- Developed tailored financial solutions for clients, taking into account their unique needs and circumstances.
- Facilitated the smooth processing of insurance claims, ensuring timely payouts and satisfied clients.
- Mentored and trained new bancassurance specialists, sharing valuable insights and best practices to ensure their rapid integration into the team.
- Collaborated closely with bank staff to identify potential leads and opportunities for bancassurance sales growth.
- Stayed abreast of current trends in the insurance industry, leveraging this knowledge to provide valuable advice to clients on emerging risks and opportunities.
Customer service advisor
MTN Uganda Limited
Kampala
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Handling high value customers
- N/A
Administrative assistant
Uganda Elevator Company Ltd
Kampala
01.2008 - 06.2009
Telesales agent
CELTEL Uganda (ZAIN)
Kampala
01.2006 - 01.2007
Education
ACIM /Sustainability - Marketing
Datamine Study Center
Kampala 04.2001 -
Master of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Uganda Martyrs University
Nkozi 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Uganda Martyrs University
Nkozi 04.2001 -
Certificate of Proficiency - Insurance
Insurance Training College
Uganda 04.2001 -
Diploma in computer networking (CCNA) - undefined
Makerere University
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Customer Service
Problem-Solving
Team Management
Dependable and Responsible
Organization and Time Management
References
- Mr. Arthur Kiwanuka, Head Private banking, Stanbic Bank Uganda Ltd, +256709446201, kiwanukaa@stanbic.com
- Mr. Winston Nnusu, Senior Information and Records Officer, Uganda bureau of standards, +256752290262, James.nnusu@unbs.go.ug
- Mr. Tonny Mudoola, Chief Financial Officer ,Old Mutual Life Assurance, +256753600440, tmudoola@uap-group.com
Affiliations
- Rotary International
- Chartered Institute of Marketing
- Uganda Marketers society
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Old Mutual Life Assurance
01.2019 - 01.2022
Bancassurance Administration
Stanbic Bank Uganda
01.2012 - 12.2018
Customer service advisor
MTN Uganda Limited
01.2009 - 01.2011
Administrative assistant
Uganda Elevator Company Ltd
01.2008 - 06.2009
Telesales agent
CELTEL Uganda (ZAIN)
01.2006 - 01.2007
ACIM /Sustainability - Marketing
Datamine Study Center
04.2001 -
Master of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Uganda Martyrs University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Uganda Martyrs University
04.2001 -
Certificate of Proficiency - Insurance
Insurance Training College
04.2001 -
Acting Head Corporate Business
Old Mutual Life Assurance
1 2023 - Current
Diploma in computer networking (CCNA) - undefined
Makerere University