Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Professional Interests And Activities
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WELLU SAMWEL SIRA

Dar es Salaam

Summary

Insurance and Risk Management Professional with 6+ years of experience in Claims management, Underwriting , and Business Development within the insurance brokerage sector. Proven ability to lead claim operations, improve process efficiency, and manage complex corporate claims while maintaining strong client and insurer relationships. Skilled in Risk assessment, Regulator compliance, and Strategic growth initiatives. Recognized for delivering operational improvements, including, reducing claims processing timed enhancing client satisfaction. Seeking to leverage expertise in claims leadership and insurance operations to drive organization performance and service excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of Claims

Imperium Insurance Brokers
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
07.2024 - Current
  • Lead the end to end claims management functions, ensuring efficient, compliant, and trasparent claim resolution.
  • Act as the primary liaison between clients, insurers, and reinsurers, facilitating smooth communication and timely settlements.
  • Review and approve complex and high-value corporate claims, ensuring compliance with policy terms and regulatory requirements.
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced average claims processing time by 30%.
  • Introduced a digital claims tracking system, improving transparency and reporting for both clients and management.
  • Provide strategic insights to senior management on claims trends, risk exposure, and operational improvements.
  • Lead and mentor the claims team, strengthening technical capacity and service delivery standards

Business Development/Sales Manager

Imperium Insurance Brokers
08.2022 - 06.2024

• Led business development initiatives to expand the company’s insurance brokerage portfolio and market presence.

• Managed and coached the sales team to consistently achieve and exceed revenue targets.

• Developed tailored insurance solutions for corporate clients, strengthening client retention and satisfaction.

• Conducted market analysis to identify new opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Worked closely with underwriting and claims teams to ensure integrated service delivery

and risk management.

Underwriting Officer/Account Executive

Imperium Insurance Brokers
02.2018 - 07.2022
  • Conducted detailed risk assessments for corporate and retail insurance policies.
  • Evaluated client risk profiles to determine appropriate coverage levels and premiumstructures.
  • Managed client portfolios and ensured efficient policy servicing, renewals, anddocumentation.
  • Supported claims teams in analyzing loss data to improve policy design and underwriting strategies.Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for corporate and retail insurance policies.

Education

Master of Science - Insurance & Actuarial Science

Institute of Finance Management
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
12.2025

Postgraduate Diploma - Business Administration

Institute of Finance Management
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Social Protection

Institute of Finance Management
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
12.2017

Certificate of Advanced Secondary Education -

Arusha High School
Arusha
12.2014

Skills

  • Strategic Claims Management & Leadership
  • Claims management & Claim Leadership
  • Insurance Risk Assessment & Underwriting Expertise
  • Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance
  • Process Optimization & Operational Efficiency
  • Client Relationship & Stakeholder Management
  • Financial & Data Analysis
  • Business development and market expansion
  • Team Leadership, Mentorship & Performance Management
  • Negotiation, Communication & Decision-Making

Certification

  • Kisa Africaid Leadership Immersion Program, 2012-2014, Leadership, Mentorship, and Strategic Empowerment
  • Top Talented Recruits Manpower Development Program, 07/01/23, Talent Optimization and Organizational Growth Strategies
  • NECTAR Risk Institute, 10/01/23, Product Liability, Recall, and CPI Insurance Training
  • Abrar Consult, 01/01/24, Takaful (Islamic Insurance) Training
  • ACISP Training Institute, 10/01/25, Bond and Marine Cargo Insurance Certification

References

  • Faith Williams John, Principal Human Resources Officer, TANESCO - Head Office, faith.john@tanesco.co.tz, 0752 692 222
  • Jamila Ally Said, Claims Manager, Meticulous Insurance Company, claimsmanager@metiinsurance.co.tz, 0657 035 174
  • Elibariki Shammy, Lecturer IFM/Country Director, TradeMark Africa, eshammy@trademarkafrica.com, 0767477205

Professional Interests And Activities

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously
  • Strong leadership and team coordination ability
  • High attention to detail and regulatory compliance
  • Literature, Culinary Arts, and Travel

Timeline

Head of Claims

Imperium Insurance Brokers
07.2024 - Current

Business Development/Sales Manager

Imperium Insurance Brokers
08.2022 - 06.2024

Underwriting Officer/Account Executive

Imperium Insurance Brokers
02.2018 - 07.2022

Master of Science - Insurance & Actuarial Science

Institute of Finance Management

Postgraduate Diploma - Business Administration

Institute of Finance Management

Bachelor of Science - Social Protection

Institute of Finance Management

Certificate of Advanced Secondary Education -

Arusha High School
WELLU SAMWEL SIRA