MARKETING MANAGER – Farm Valsdam CC 26 views

A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or Communications is commonly expected, and many employers prefer candidates with a postgraduate qualification or professional certification such as the CIM (Chartered Institute of Marketing) or local NQF Level 6–7 equivalent. Relevant work experience in marketing—especially within agribusiness or SMEs—is highly valued, and familiarity with Namibian consumer behaviour and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NCC guidelines) is essential.

Daily tasks often include planning seasonal promotional campaigns for farm inputs or produce, coordinating with local farmers and extension officers, managing social media and radio ads in English and local languages, and reporting on campaign ROI to the management committee. You’ll also liaise with the Namibian Agricultural Union and attend regional trade fairs such as the Namibia Agri-Expo, requiring strong stakeholder engagement and bilingual communication skills.

Namibian workplaces value respect for hierarchy, relationship-building, and consensus-driven decision-making—especially in cooperatives where farmer-members hold governance roles. Punctuality is expected, but flexibility around community events or harvest seasons is common; demonstrating cultural awareness, humility, and fluency in at least one local language (e.g., Oshiwambo or Afrikaans) strengthens credibility and effectiveness.

With proven impact, you may advance to Senior Marketing Manager, Head of Commercial Operations, or sit on the cooperative’s Board of Directors—roles often filled internally after 3–5 years. Further growth includes transitioning into broader agri-sector leadership positions with institutions like the Namibian National Farmers’ Union or development partners such as FAO Namibia, especially with continued professional development and NQF-aligned upskilling.

Standard benefits usually include 22 days annual leave, statutory sick leave, and access to a medical aid scheme (often through providers like MAF or NAMFISA-registered schemes); pension contributions follow the Namibian Pension Funds Act and may be structured as a provident fund. Some cooperatives offer additional non-monetary benefits such as transport allowances, mobile data stipends, or support for attending local industry workshops.

Applications are typically submitted via email or in person with a Namibian-style CV (including ID number, referees, and clear employment history), and shortlisted candidates undergo interviews with both management and farmer-representatives. Employers prioritise practical marketing experience in rural contexts, evidence of campaign success in low-digital-access areas (e.g., radio, SMS, field demos), and alignment with cooperative values like transparency, inclusivity, and community development.