CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER – Okahao Town Council

OKAHAO TOWN COUNCIL

EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENT

Post: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, Patterson F2

Primary purpose of the position:

To plan, lead, coordinate, control and manage all executive affairs of the Town Council on business principle, attracting current and potential investor while ensuring full compliance with all legislative, socio – political and environmental requirements

Duration: Five (5) years contract (renewable contract based on good performance)

Key Performance Areas:

• Policy Implementation
• Supervision and Co-ordination of all departments
• Implementation of Council Strategic Objectives
• Human Resources Development and Maintenance of Discipline
• Corporate Communication and Customer care
• Accounting Officer in terms of the Local Authorities Act, 1992 (Act 23 of 1992) as amended
• Manage the Council’s operations on business principles in line with all Government Statutes.
• Oversee the operations of the Town Council and strategically manage the activities of all staff members
• Plan, direct and co-ordinate the planning and preparation of annual and long term Capital and Operational Budget.
• Plan, direct and coordinate Human Resources Management and Development.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies:

• A B-Degree preferably in Business/ Public Administration or equivalent qualifications.
• A Master’s Degree in a related field will be an added advantage
• Nine (9) years working experience in managing medium to large scale public/private organization of which five (5) years should have been in a senior managerial level with experience in managing a multi-disciplinary team
• Working experience in a Local Authority/govemment will be an added advantage.
• Be a Namibian Citizen
• All foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from NQA
• Code B Driving license
• No criminal records
• Superior interpersonal skills to enable internal teamwork and external relationship building with a diverse constituency, including member companies, government officials, media, interest groups and general public
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation of projects
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with experience on drafting of presentations
• Demonstrated success in uniting the interests of diverse constituencies to achieve desired public policy outcomes
• Ability to represent the Town Council at regional and international levels
• Personal traits required: Team building, conflict resolution, adaptability. Integrity, delegation, directive, tolerance, achievement oriented and supportive.

The Council offers the following benefits: Attractive market related salary. Housing and Transport allowance. Pension and Medical Schemes, 13th Cheque and attractive leave benefits.