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It is that time of the year again, when we host the Namibia Job search Boot Camp for Zimbabweans. Last year’s Namibia Employment Boot Camp was hosted by Oasis College Namibia. The Blog for the Event had over 8000 followers with only 100 Participant making it for the Camp. Due to demand, the Boot Camp has been opened to all interested Zimbabweans. The Employment Boot Camp is an annual event organized by the Zimbabwe Society in Namibia in partnership with the Young Professionals Society of Zimbabwe, Oasis College Namibia and the Namibia Young Professionals Society.

This year’s Boot Camp is sponsored by Venkatshwara Open University which offers accredited and recognized online Degree Programs throughout the world. As part of establishing its Southern Africa’s presence, the University has partnered with the Employment Boot Camp’s Organizers and Sponsors to provide financial support and resources for the 2016 Boot Camp. In an effort to reach more participants, this year’s Boot Camp will be open to all willing and able Zimbabweans.

This year’s 2016 Employment Boot Camp will run under the title “The Job Search Boot Camp” and will partly be sponsored by the University while willing participants will pay US$499 upon arrival.

The 2016 Package includes accommodation for 14 days, Meals, Local Transportation and a dedicated driver, Qualifications Evaluation, CV polishing, Postage, Wifi Access, Printing, Photocopying, Local Certification of Certificates, Post Box, Cell phone line, visit to the Coast in Swakopmund and Welvis Bay, Meeting with Zimbabwean Business people and those working in Namibia, Entertainment among others. Apply by sending a one page motivation letter and CV to zimbabwe@ksmvou.org

Each participant will receive Shopping Voucher from VOU Namibia Office.

Apply now

Saturday, 22 August 2015

Legal Officers x 19 Posts

Ministry of Justice Namibia

Post(s)

Legal Officer x 8: Grade 7
                            : Salary N$224-002 to N$267-702 (per annum)


Assistant Legal Officer x 6 : Grade 8
                            : Salary $195-007 to $224 002 (per annum)

Senior Legal Officer x 5: Grade 5
                           : Salary N$332-856 to $397 793 (per annum)

The Ministry offers the following benefits


  • Housing Allowance
  • Transport Allowance 
  • Ample Leave and
  • Medical Aid
Applicants with foreign qualifications must attach proof of evaluation of such qualifications from the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA).

Send Applications (Form 156043) together with a comprehensive CV and certified copies of educational qualifications and identity documents must be submitted to:-

The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Justice 
Private Bag 13302
Windhoek
Namibia

Due Date: 4 September, 2015

Construction Site Foreman

Full-Time Job - Construction: Construction Site Foreman (Rundu, Namibia)

Job Detail

Type:Full-Time
Industry:Construction
Location:Rundu, Namibia
Remuneration:Market Related Salary
Description:Site Foreman

(Reports to General Foreman)

1. Responsibilities
The Site Foreman provides leadership and is responsible for, although not limited to:
 Supervising
 Ensuring the safety of crew members
 Following OHSA guidelines
 Productivity of crew members

As a key participant in the relationship with the company, other contractors, and the client, the site foreman is
the second management level and has a further role as a coordinating manager and client interface. The site
foreman has the following specific areas of responsibility:

a. Safety
The site foreman must provide leadership that results in a safe work culture, is responsible and
accountable for the safety of the crew under his/her direction, and must understand and accept the
importance and legal liability of the role.

This includes:
 Knowing and understanding the requirements of the OHSA
 Knowing, understanding, communicating and ensuring compliance with the OHSA, and
company safety policies and procedures
 Facilitate mandatory safety tool box meetings
 Ensuring completion of initial safety and hazard assessments
 Participating in safety/incident investigations
 Ensuring that vehicle and equipment checks are carried out
b. Leadership and Supervision

The site foreman coordinates the crew, and must understand and consistently apply the general
foreman’s policies. The site foreman is required to be involved and supportive of any day to day
disciplinary decisions.
This includes:
 Communicating the job to and with the crew
 Assigning crew tasks
 Recognizing, addressing and resolving issues/problems among/between crew members
 Maintaining work standards and outlining behavioral expectations to ensure crew morale and
productivity
 Applying the principles of workplace respect on site
 Ensuring crew compliance with project policies and procedures
 Ensuring crew compliance with company policies and procedures
c. Planning and Scheduling
The site foreman is accountable for following project plans and schedules and ensuring that crews
under his/her direction perform daily and weekly activities to meet production goals.
This includes:
 Translating general work requirements into a prioritized work plan for the crew
 Working with the crew to overcome work challenges
 Periodically reassess daily goals to meet forecasted production
d. Employee Relations
The site foreman must champion an inclusive employee relations culture, is accountable for the
adherence to policies and procedures by the crew to ensure a respectful and inclusive work
environment.
This includes:
 Recognizing, addressing and resolving issues/problems among/between crew members
 Promoting, supporting and facilitating teamwork and harmony between all crew members by
promoting and fostering a positive, visible teamwork attitude among all crew members
e. Quality Control
The site foreman is accountable for ensuring that the completed work meets quality standards.
This includes:
 On-site assessment prior to commencing work to ensure that the job is ready, and addressing
any concerns
 Overseeing the execution of the work, including quality and production, ensuring that the
crew works to job specifications and follows the plans
 Inspecting and measuring completed work
f. Administration
The site foreman is accountable for the preparation of reports as required by the employer.

This includes:
 Maintaining site foreman’s log & site reports
 Preparation of daily production records
 Reporting on work progress
 Completing MTO quality reports
 Daily time keeping & reporting
 Worker violation reports
 Recommending personnel actions such as hiring, releasing, promotions and discipline

It is the responsibility of the site foreman to cease all work when the contract quantity has been
reached, and await written authorization for any work outside of or beyond the original contract.

2. Knowledge, Skills and Attitude
Knowledge
Knows and Understands:
 Company and project safety programs
 Occupational Health and Safety and environmental issues
 WSIB and insurance provisions
 Employment standards and company policies
 How to read plans

Skills
Has the ability to:
 Lead the crew
 Effectively communicate orally and in writing, with good comprehension
 Coach and teach crew members
 Apply good problem solving and conflict resolution skills
 Manage differences and diversity at the work site
 Organize and delegate work
 Handle the administrative duties of position, including completion of required documents

Attitude
Shows that he/she:
 Is ready to take on new challenges and is willing to learn
 Has good work ethic
 Can adjust to change
 Can be a role model and one who leads by example
 Is willing to motivate and mentor crew members
 Is a team player
 Takes responsibility
 Is honest and acts with integrity

3. Qualifications
 Has 3 to 5 years experience as a qualified and competent tradesperson
 Has a valid and clean driver’s license
Closing Date:03-Sep-2015

Contact The Advertiser

Tulinavo Investment Group

Dankie Munenguni
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Saturday, 8 August 2015

Freelance Training Officer

Type:Freelance
Industry:Education
Location:Windhoek, Namibia
Remuneration:Market Related Salary
Description:The Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF) is currently seeking to expand its pool of experienced Training Consultants. Starting dates are flexible throughout the year.

Your Tasks

As a Training Consultant your tasks include the following:

Conducting training workshops for civil society organisations lasting between 1-5 working days in and outside of Windhoek
Preparing training sessions and material to meet the needs of the participants
Implementing interactive training sessions with clearly defined learning outcomes
Concluding training sessions by handing out evaluation forms, writing a report and preparing training-related financial documentation in compliance with HSF regulations.

For more information on the job's description and requirements:
http://www.hss.de/namibia/en/opportunities/hsf-training-consultants.html

Please send your CV and cover letter to info@hsf.org.na.
Closing Date:21-Aug-2015