NAMIBIAN PORTS AUTHORITY
NAMPORT is a leading strategic and dynamic institution facilitating trade for national development. We are unique in our trade and operate in a highly competitive global sphere. Opportunities are available for creative and high potential individuals who have the zeal to learn, grow, and contribute in a high-performing environment. As a reputable Employer of choice, we offer competitive rewards and prospects in return.
Our vision is to be the best performing seaports in Africa. If you resonate with our vision and have the right attitude; we encourage you to apply for the following position:
POSITION: STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST
DEPARTMENT: COMMERCIAL
LOCATION: PORT OF WALVIS BAY
JOB GRADE: 07
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To research, coordinate, and implement Namport’s stakeholder engagement strategy through effective and efficient coordination of stakeholder engagement activities for a positive stakeholder experience to realize Namport’s overall strategic objectives. The position reports directly report directly to Manager: Marketing & Stakeholder Engagement.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
• Contribute to the development of corporate and functional strategies, resource planning, and management.
• Conduct periodic research that informs strategy planning, development, and stakeholder engagement processes.
• Promote sound stakeholder relations for the advancement of Namport’s strategic goals.
• Develop policies and procedures relating to Namport’s stakeholders and public education activities.
• Establish and maintain Namport’s stakeholder database.
• Coordinate activities geared towards improving Namport’s image and reputation management, including regular contact with media, and journalists, and operate as master of ceremonies at assigned events.
• Identify and develop relevant external corporate reporting and publications, i.e. annual reports, pamphlets, and briefs, ensuring relevant content, accuracy, and professionalism at all times.
• Coordinate and facilitate stakeholder need assessment and stakeholder satisfaction surveys.
• Research and report on key business trends and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Coordinate the development of Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) and provide continuous technical support across the business for organizational effectiveness and increased efficiency.
• Drive effective service delivery for improved stakeholder relations and customer experience.
• Support Namport’s cooperate values and high-performance culture to enable continual divisional improvement and performance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
• An Honours Degree [NQF Level 8] in Marketing, Public Relations, Communication, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant advanced/ hands-on technical experience in marketing, external communications, and stakeholder engagement of which two (2) years have been operating at a supervisory level.
• Professional designation in Public Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, Digital Marketing would be an added adventage.
• Code BE Driver’s License.
• Must have a strong strategic focus, with excellent analytical and communications skills.
• A high affinity for collaboration, relationship building, and engagement.
• Critical thinker, who is innovative, journalistic, resilient, and ethical.
Women and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply and will be given preference.
To apply, and for more information on these opportunities, please visit our website at www.namport.com/careers/ or apply through the Namibia Integrated Employment InformationSystem (NIEIS) at https://nieis.namibiaatwork.gov.na/
Certified copies of foreign qualifications should be accompanied by proof of evaluation by the Namibia Qualifications Authority.
WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY: 23 SEPTEMBER 2024
No hand delivered, emailed, or faxed applications will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Enquiries and applications should be addressed to: Manager: Talent | Namibian Ports Authority | P O Box 361 | Walvis Bay.
Tel: 064: 208 2371/ 2331/ 2276/ 2418