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The Namibia Red Cross Society is a member of the largest independent humanitarian network in the world, the International Red Cross and
Red Crescent Movement. The NRCS touches thousands of lives each year through its various humanitarian and development programs. If
you are looking for a fast paced, challenging positioning in a highly responsive dynamic national and international environment, we encourage
you to join us on this journey, that is the mission of the Red Cross and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best.

NRCS is looking for a Secretary General to lead the organization in achieving its vision and the execution of its strategies.
Position: Secretary General
Duty Station: Windhoek
Duration: 5 years

Job Summary
To implement the strategic goals and objectives of Namibia Red Cross Society by giving direction and leadership towards the achievement of
the NRCS philosophy, vision, mission strategies under the direction of the board. Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for:

Duties and Responsibilities
• Coordinate, with the input of the Board, the development, implementation and monitoring of a comprehensive Strategic Plan, ensuring
that it effectively responds to the needs of the vulnerable communities in a sustainable manner.
• Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the
Board to function properly and to make informed decisions.
• Responsible for fundraising and developing other resources necessary to support NRCS’s mission.
• Responsible for fiscal management, maximum resource utilization, and maintenance of the organization in a positive financial position.
• Ensure compliance with the NRCS Constitution, policies and guidelines as approved by NRCS governance structure.
• Enhancement of NRCS’ image by being active and visible in the communities and by working closely and collaborate with the government
and other relevant stakeholders, in respect to the work of the Red Cross.
• Promote continuous effort by management to upgrade and improve the processes and systems to ensure quality services.

Qualification
Master’s Degree, preferably in Social Sciences / Business Administration.

Experience
At least 10 years work experience of progressively responsible positions, preferably in NGOs. Of these ten years, three must have been at
senior management level.

Knowledge
Good knowledge and understanding of development and humanitarian programmes administration and management, marketing, financial and
human resources management.

Skills
Excellent managerial, leadership, planning, organizing and control. Good negotiations and team building skills and skills interaction with
diverse cultures.

Only Namibian Citizens will be considered.
We offer:
• A competitive remuneration package.
• A challenging career opportunity within an inter national humanitarian environment.

PREVIOUSLY DISADVANTAGED GROUPS AND PEOPLE LIVING WITH DISABILITIES
ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Your application, accompanied by a detailed CV, copies of qualifications, identity document and
3 contactable referees, should be sent to:

HR/OD: DEPARTMENT, NAMIBIA RED CROSS SOCIETY, P.O. BOX 346, WINDHOEK,
NAMIBIA or physical address: 2128 Independence Avenue, Katutura, Windhoek or email to: advert@redcross.org.na
Contact details: Fax: 061-228 949; Tel: 061-413 750

• Closing date:25 June 2018