CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER – Public Accountants’ and Auditors’ Board 665 views

VACANCY 

Revised with amended application criteria.
Public Accountants’ and Auditors’ Board

The PAAB is a statutory body governing the public accounting and auditing profession in Namibia. The legal mandate of the Board, as derived from the establishing Act, PAA Act No.51 of 1951 as amended, is to regulate Public Accountants and Auditors in Namibia.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

(5-YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT – Performance-based)

The PAAB is a statutory body governing the public accounting and auditing profession in Namibia. The legal mandate of the Board, as derived from the establishing Act, PAA Act No.51 of 1951 as amended, is to regulate Public Accountants and Auditors in Namibia.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
(5-YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT – Performance-based)

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible, together with the PAAB Board and Management, for providing overall strategic leadership, regulatory oversight, policy implementation, administration, and institutional governance to ensure the effective governance and operational excellence of the PAAB. The CEO will strategically lead the organisation in alignment with its statutory mandate and mission by promoting the highest standards of oversight in accounting and auditing professions to maintain quality, credibility, quality, and transparency of financial and non-financial reporting across all entities, including public interest entities. Additionally, the CEO will also provide overall organisational direction, drive operational efficiency, and coordinate activities across the institution to achieve its strategic objectives and annual performance goals. Additionally, the CEO will foster institutional innovation, uphold strong governance principles, and strengthen stakeholder relations locally and internationally.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provides overall strategic leadership and regulatory direction by formulating and implementing policies aligned with PAAB’s mandate and strategic goals.
• Oversees compliance with auditing, ethical, and financial reporting standards to ensure integrity, public trust, and adherence to national and international regulations.
• Ensures prudent financial planning, budgeting, and resource management to support PAAB’s sustainability and operational efficiency.
• Leads the development and execution of educational, training, and registration frameworks for accounting and auditing professionals.
• Strengthens stakeholder engagement and represents PAAB in national, regional, and international forums to promote collaboration and knowledge exchange.
• Oversees research, disciplinary procedures, and professional investigations to uphold quality and accountability within the profession.
• Provides governance support to the Board, ensuring transparency, performance monitoring, and institutional compliance with relevant laws and policies.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Deep understanding of financial legislation and regulatory frameworks, including the Public Accountants and Auditors Act, Companies Act, and Public Enterprises Governance Act.
• Proven strategic thinking and leadership capabilities to drive regulatory outcomes and institutional transformation.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, legal frameworks, and public sector compliance requirements.
• Sound technical expertise in accounting, auditing, and ethical standards, including application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Proven ability to make high-level decisions, solve complex problems, and balance diverse interests in a regulated environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong financial acumen, including resource allocation and risk management, to ensure organisational and environmental sustainability.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with the PAAB Board, staff, regulatory institutions, professional bodies, and other key stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant digital tools, with an appreciation of emerging technological trends impacting the accounting profession.
• Strong emotional, social, and cultural intelligence, with a strong ethical compass, high standards of integrity, and a commitment to confidentiality.
• Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and attention to detail in a dynamic regulatory environment.

EDUCATION AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

• A recognised Honours degree in Accounting, Auditing, accompanied by successful completion of articles at a recognised accounting firm.
• Completed APC, Audit Articles or in possession of a recognised equivalent professional designation (e.g. CA, ACCA, or equivalent), in good standing with a recognised professional accounting body.
• A minimum of nine (9) years of relevant leadership experience in the accounting and/or auditing industry, of which at least five (5) years must have been at executive or senior management level.