CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER – Namib Desert Diamonds (Pty) Ltd (Namdia) 516 views

Key Responsibilities

• Business Governance: policies, procedures implementation and ensuring compliance.
• Leadership and inculcating the desired work culture.
• Integrated Strategic Business planning, implementation, monitoring and control.
• Human capacity and continuity optimisation.
• Financial effectiveness, sustainability and profitability.
• Business and market development.
• Operational effectiveness and unlocking efficiencies.
• Brand management.
• Stakeholder management.

Requirements

• Strategic and Innovative Leadership – Demonstrates visionary thinking with the ability to formulate and execute innovative strategies aligned to long-term organisational goals.
• Financial and Governance Acumen – Strong understanding of governance principles, financial policy formulation, and experience in working with boards of directors.
• Business and Industry Insight – In-depth knowledge of business and relevant industry processes; politically astute with sound judgment.
• Relationship and Stakeholder Management – Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders to achieve organisational goals.
• Conceptual Reasoning and Analysis – Capable of analysing complex policy and operational issues, drawing sound conclusions, and making informed decisions.
• Effective Communication – Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences and ensure clear, timely decision-making.
• Integrity and Personal Resilience – Demonstrates high ethical standards, accountability, and the resilience to lead under pressure.
• Capacity Building – Demonstrates a deep appreciation of the importance of human capital and in ensuring that talent management and succession planning strategies are developed and implemented. In addition, to ensure that a highly engaging workplace culture is developed and maintained to position NAMDIA as an employer of choice.
• A Masters Degree in Business Management / Administration, Finance, Economics or Marketing at NQF Level 9.
• A valid Code B Driver’s License is required.
• At least ten (10) years’ experience in a professional business environment of which three (3) years must have been in an executive role.
• Significant experience in the diamond industry is essential.
• Mining industry experience would be an added advantage.

How to Apply

Application Procedure: A cover letter, providing a detailed motivation for the position, signed by the applicant. An updated detailed curriculum vitae, including at least two professional references. Certified copies of the highest academic qualifications attained. Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the Namibian Qualification Authority (NQA) and proof of evaluation of qualification should be attached. A Certificate of Conduct from the Namibian Police, not older than six (6) months, must be submitted. Certified copies of Identity Documents and all other supporting documents. Preference will be given to Namibian citizens. Vetting will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates.

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