Vacancy – Executive: Enterprise Risk Management
Department: Enterprise Risk Management
Office: Windhoek
Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer
Primary Purpose of Position
The role will be responsible for the implementation, embedding and maintenance of Enterprise-wide Risk Management services and support capacity to ensure group-wide Governance, Risk & Compliance services with an effective balance of internal services, alignment of services with legal, compliance, internal audit and technology and complementary external services, based on industry best practices and derived benchmarks.
To guide the company, including Board and Executive Management (EXCO) on Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and related matters that might impact on the company at significant impact levels, while maintaining both NamPost ERM integrity and alignment within the NamPost relevant statutory and regulatory requirements as it impacts GRC optimisation and services.
Main Responsibilities
- ERM Management & Guiding Framework(s) (policies, procedures, guidelines, requirements and monitoring and evaluation frameworks)
- Strategic Advisory & Analysis Services (EXCO, Board and incl. representation at external forums relevant to NamPost from an ERM and engagement perspective)
- Operational ERM Advisory and Support Services Effectiveness
- ERM Operational Implementation Effectiveness (company-wide, also on alignment with systems-based means)
- Overall ERM Integration Effectiveness (with other functions, legal, technology and alignment with internal audit principles and practices – incl. integrated disaster management)
- ERM Problem Solving Effectiveness (incl. coordination with Legal Services, Internal Audit)
Educational and Experience Requirements
Degree in Banking, Finance, Law, Risk Management or related qualification on NQF Level 8. A relevant Post Graduate Risk qualification will be an advantage.
Minimum 7 years Risk Management experience in the banking or financial services industry, with at least 2 years heading a risk function in a corporate environment and experience of interactions at Executive and Board level related to Governance & Risk Management.
In-depth understanding of the Namibian financial services industry regulatory framework and reporting requirements. Fully understand the implications relating to Basel requirements for credit, market, operational risk management and capital adequacy in relation to Governance & Risk implications.
Skills and Knowledge Requirements
- A sound understanding of enterprise-wide risk management best practice
- Analytical skills, prioritisation & time management, planning, organising and coordination skills
- Effective communication (verbal, written, presentation) at all levels
- Logical reasoning (cause and effect relationships)
- Monitoring & evaluation
- Sound interpersonal and engagement skills
- Interpretation of complex financial, business and indicative information in the context of deductions to risk
Other Requirements
Must have at least a valid Code B Driver’s Licence.
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the above requirements should register on NamPost’s HR Recruitment portal at www.nampost.com.na
Required documents:
- Cover letter
- Certified copies of relevant qualifications
- Detailed curriculum vitae
Applicants who do not receive any response within three weeks after the closing date must accept that their applications were not considered favourably.
Closing Date: 12 June 2026
NamPost is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates in line with affirmative action guidelines.
