SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF OFFICE FILLING CABINET AND FIRE SAFETY LEARNING MATERIALS – Ongwediva Town Council 58 views

A minimum of a National Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration from a Namibian accredited institution (e.g., NAMCOL or UNAM) is commonly required. Relevant professional certification such as CIPS Level 3 or CPSM is advantageous but not always mandatory for entry-level council procurement support roles. Prior experience in public sector tender administration or familiarity with the Public Procurement Act (Act No. 15 of 2015) is highly valued.

Daily tasks include processing purchase requisitions, liaising with suppliers and internal departments (e.g., Fire Services Unit), verifying delivery notes against tender specifications, and updating inventory records in line with council asset management procedures. You’ll also prepare documentation for payment processing and attend site inspections in Ongwediva to confirm correct installation or storage of fire safety learning materials. Strict adherence to Namibia’s Public Procurement Regulations and council financial delegation limits is expected.

Namibian town councils emphasise procedural compliance, transparency, and community accountability — decisions must be justifiable under the Local Authorities Act and public audit requirements. Punctuality, respect for hierarchical reporting lines, and bilingual communication (English plus local languages like Oshiwambo) are practical expectations, especially when coordinating with community stakeholders or council committees. Informal networking and relationship-building within the council structure often supports smoother interdepartmental collaboration.

Staff may progress from Procurement Assistant to Procurement Officer, then Senior Procurement Officer, often requiring further qualifications (e.g., UNAM’s Advanced Procurement Certificate) and years of service under the Local Authorities’ Staff Establishment Regulations. With experience, officers may move into broader roles such as Supply Chain Manager or transition into internal audit or finance units within the same council or other regional authorities. Some pursue secondments to the Office of the Auditor General or the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development for capacity building.

Permanent staff qualify for 20–25 days annual leave, 10 days sick leave, and maternity/paternity leave per the Namibian Labour Act and council HR policies. Medical aid is typically provided through a council-negotiated group scheme (e.g., NAMFISA-approved providers), and pension contributions are mandatory under the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF). Contractual or short-term roles linked to specific tenders may offer limited or no statutory benefits unless explicitly stated in the appointment letter.