UNSPECIFIED POSITION – Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water & Land Reform 29 views

A minimum of a National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (e.g., Civil, Agricultural, or Environmental Engineering) accredited by the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) is usually required. Relevant professional registration with the Engineering Council of Namibia (ECN) is strongly preferred, especially for technical oversight roles. Some positions may accept equivalent experience plus NQF Level 6 qualifications, particularly for technician-grade posts.

Daily tasks often include site inspections of irrigation schemes, dam infrastructure, or land reform projects; preparing technical reports for regional offices; and coordinating with communal farmers or local authorities on water access or soil conservation. Fieldwork is frequent—especially in rural areas—and requires adaptability to variable road conditions and limited connectivity, common across Namibia’s vast geography.

Public sector roles emphasise procedural compliance, stakeholder consultation (including traditional authorities), and adherence to national policies like Vision 2030 and the National Development Plans. Decision-making tends to be more hierarchical and consensus-driven, with strong expectations around respect for seniority and community engagement—reflecting broader Namibian cultural norms.

Entry-level engineers often progress to Senior Engineer after 5–7 years, then to Principal Engineer or Technical Advisor roles, contingent on performance appraisals and completion of in-service training such as the Public Service Management Development Programme (PSMDP). Long-term growth may include secondments to line ministries, regional directorates, or international partnerships like SADC water initiatives—though promotions follow strict public service grading structures.

Employees are covered under the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) and entitled to 20–30 days annual leave, sick leave, and maternity/paternity leave per the Namibian Labour Act. Medical aid is not provided directly by the Ministry but staff may join the Government Health Scheme (GHS) or register with approved private schemes using payroll deductions—contributions are shared between employee and employer.

Applications must be submitted via the official Public Service Commission (PSC) portal or advertised vacancies on the Ministry’s website and New Era newspaper—CVs alone are insufficient without completed PSC application forms. Hiring panels prioritise verified NQA-accredited qualifications, proven field experience in Namibian agri-engineering contexts (e.g., communal irrigation or borehole management), and demonstrated understanding of local legislation like the Water Resources Management Act No. 11 of 2013.