We are seeking highly motivated, energetic, and customer-focused Direct Sales Agents (DSAs) to join our Bancassurance team.

This exciting field-based role is ideal for individuals who thrive on building relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and delivering comprehensive insurance solutions to clients across diverse market segments.

As a Direct Sales Agent, you will be responsible for driving new business growth across both Long-Term (Life) and Short-Term (General) insurance portfolios by proactively engaging customers in external markets, including SMEs, corporate organizations, affinity groups, and community networks.

• Type: full-time
• Location: Gaborone
• Category: Sales
• Closing Date: 202 •••••• 14

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect and acquire new clients through cold calling, networking, referrals, and door-to-door sales activities.
• Develop business opportunities within SMEs, corporate institutions, trade unions, and community groups.
• Promote Group Life, Funeral, Commercial, and Personal Insurance solutions.
• Secure opportunities to establish sales presence at employer open days, corporate wellness events, shopping malls, and community engagements.
• Conduct comprehensive financial and risk needs analyses for prospective clients.
• Recommend tailored insurance solutions that address individual and business risks.
• Provide holistic advisory services across Life and Short-Term insurance products.
• Manage the early lifecycle of policies to improve retention and premium persistency.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities across Life and Short-Term insurance portfolios.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while building long-term client relationships.
• Monitor competitor products, pricing, and market trends.
• Gather and provide feedback on customer needs and emerging market opportunities.
• Act as a key market representative and advocate for the Bank's Bancassurance value proposition.

Requirements

• Diploma in Business, Marketing, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Bachelor's Degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years' direct sales experience in insurance or financial services.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding external sales targets.
• Experience selling both Life and Short-Term insurance products will be highly advantageous.
• Valid Regulatory Examination Certificates (COP) or equivalent certification recognised by the relevant insurance regulator for: Long-Term Insurance; and Short-Term Insurance.
• Additional insurance qualifications such as CIIB, AIISA, FIISA, or equivalent will be advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Access to reliable personal transportation.
• Willingness to travel extensively within assigned territories.

How to Apply

Apply by email: re••••••••••@••••••.bw