CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 5-YEAR CONTRACT – Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA)

Visions Consulting was appointed by the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) Io independently facilitate and administer the executive recruitment process In compliance with company policy and governance principles.

Mandats: According to the Namibia Qualifications Authority Act 29 of 1996. the institution’s statutory otjectrve is Io ensure the quality of higher

education and training in Namitaa.*

Vision: A globally reputable qualifications authority empowering people In Namibia.

Missen To »fl* a national framewort; that assures quaHy qualifications

Values: Transparency. lnnova«n. integniy. Excellence. Accountably

Purpose of Position

The Chui Executive Officer (CEO) Is response*, together w*h the NQA Council and Management, to provide overall strategic leadersnp. management administration, pcécy coordination, and compliance to ensure the effective governance end cparaticnel excellence of the NQA. The CEO «1 strategically lead the NQA in alignment with its statutory mandate, vision, and mission by defining and commuracatng sítatele goals and overseeng the* execution. Adtktionaty, the CEO ml drive institutknel end cultural transfomatKn. ensuring that ragUebons end policies ere effectively implemented and adhaad to across the metitution.

Key Accountabiktie*

• Provides overall strategic direction fa the NQA by leering the formulation, execution, end evaluation ci pekoes and initiatives to achieve the institution’s visun. mission, and mandate.
• Upholds legal, reguatay. and governance frameworks while maintairing corpaate integrity, transparency, end accountability standards.
• Oversees NQA’s financial planning, budgeting, end resource allocation to ensure long-term financial susta«wbi<y and operational efficiency.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders including government entities, regulatory bodies, oxlustry partners, end enternetionai counterparts.
• Oversees the timely preparation and submission of reports on strategic and operational performance, financial management, and regulatory compliance

Provides leadersivp across an functional areas, ensuing the effective execution of NQAs mandate and strategic objectives.

Oversees the effective utilisation. maintenance. and safeguarding ci NQAs assets, infrastructure, and equ(<nent to si^port operational efficiency.

Leads the preparation, management, and monitoring of budgets to align with strategic priorities and ensure prudent financial management.

Key Competencies

• Ap*ty to develop, communicate, and Implement a long-term strategic plan that aligns with NQAs mandate
• Strong working knowledge of policy formulation. planning, and execution to ensure effective regulatory compliance and governance.
• Abdity to establish end maintain effective relationships with the NQA Council, employees, government entities, and strategic stakeholders
• Proven ab*ty to lead, insp*e. and motivate professional teams while

fostering e culture excellence.

Strong verbal and articulate complex au^ences

Proficiency in MS

enhance operational efficiency end decision-making.

a sound understanding of financial management principles, budgeting, and resource allocation to ensure business sustanablMy

Ability to drive creativity, foster innovation, and implement solutions that enhance institutional effectiveness.

Strong advisory skills with a deep understeering of compiancs frameworks, risk management, and value-driven decision-ma»«^ Ab*ty to engage and influence key stakeholders whie champoreng initiatives that align with the erg enisa lion’s strategic directicn.

Education and years of Experience

• Arecogmsed quafcftcatlon* Educate*. Trainng.Pubic Admimstratlon, or another relevant few at NQF level 9
• A recognised qualification at NQF Level 10 wit be an advantage.
• A Minimum of ten (10) years of senior management experience, of which rive (5) years must have been at the executive management level
• Experience n the field of quality assurance in education and training would be an advantage.

Application procedure

For the application to be valid, an online submission must be made wirm the stated deadhne end composa of the following:

• A cove» letter, prodding a detailed motivation for the position, signed by the appâtant.
• An updated detailed cur iculum vitae, «eluding at least two professional references.
• Certified copes of the highest academic qualifications attained.
• Foreign quaAhcatioos must be evaluated by the Namoa Qualifications Authority (NQA) and proof of evaluation of qualification should be attached.
• Certified coptes of Identity Documents and ell other supporting documents.

NB; Applicant* wk I ba required to provide proof of no criminal record (Certificate of Conduct) and no employment misconduct or dishonesty record. All appointments will be vetted in Inn with the Namibia Qualifications Authority Policies