Telecom Namibia Chief Human Resources Officer

Telecom Namibia

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Telecom Namibia

As a leading ICT player and equal-opportunity employer, Telecom Namibia is committed to innovation and service excellence. We are at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies, driving 5G expansion, cloud transformation, and managed cybersecurity services to enhance connectivity across Namibia. Our competitive remuneration and investment in human capital empower our employees to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

If you are a forward-thinking professional eager to shape the future of telecommunications, we invite applications for the following Executive positions based in Windhoek:

Position: Chief Human Resources Officer

Five-Year Contract

Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

Job Grade: E-Mid

Purpose of Role

The position is part of Telecom Namibia's Executive Committee of Management (EXCO) and is responsible for the development and implementation of Telecom Namibia's Human Capital management strategy required to build human capacity that will enable Telecom Namibia to achieve its strategic objectives and deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR Leadership to Board of Directors, Board HR and Remuneration Committee, EXCO and Telecom internal stakeholders.
• Ensure HR is strategically aligned to the overall TN Blueprint, HR Strategic Deliverables and Strategic Themes and Imperatives are implemented and cascaded.
• Lead the Digital Transformational Agenda, Annual Strategic HR Planning, Succession Planning for Leadership and Critical Mission Roles, Manage HR Data Analytics and Change Management.
• Provide Strategic HR Advisory Services, HR Leadership, HR Governance, HR Compliance, HR Risk Management and HR Scorecard.
• Provide strategic and expert contributions into the formulation of Telecom Namibia's business strategy.
• Formulate and implement a human resources strategy aligned to Telecom Namibia's overall business strategy.
• Develop and implement an effective talent management programme encompassing talent attraction, talent development and talent retention in-order-to ensure that Telecom Namibia remains a leading employer.
• Ensure implementation, auditing and continuous improvement of performance management system.
• Design and implement innovative remuneration systems and competitive incentive schemes required to drive performance.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments and implement organisational development interventions required to enhance employee engagement and improve organisational performance.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive employee wellness programme for Telecom Namibia including management of the occupational health and safety function.
• Build and ensure sound relations and engagement with organised labour and all relevant stakeholders.

Key Qualifications & Experience Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources Management, or a related field, with a postgraduate qualification.
• With a minimum of ten (10+) years experience at senior management level in human resources management within a corporate environment.
• The position requires an innovative generalist to achieve productivity improvements at all levels and to align HR initiatives with the requirements of the business strategy.
• Extensive knowledge and deep insights of the HR field and its sub-disciplines as well as the Namibian Labour Law is a must.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 15 August 2025

This recruitment is managed by Elite Employment.

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY BY SUBMITTING YOUR DETAILED CV ON THIS CAREER PAGE. (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ARE NOT TO BE SUBMITTED AT THIS STAGE.)

For any question or enquiries, please contact

Antoinette Druker

Email address: antoinette@eliteemployment.com.na

Office phone number: +264 83 723 4152

Any applications sent to Telecom Namibia directly will NOT be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: Telecom Namibia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates in line with affirmative action guidelines.