Position: Chief Executive Officer (5-Year Contract)

Job type
Full Time
Category
Administration
Location / Branch
University of Namibia / Inceptus Holdings (Pty)
Closing Date
15 October 2025 (7 hours ago)
Job Description

The CEO will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, driving growth and innovation, and ensuring the effective execution of the company’s mandate of creating value through its commercial ventures while aligning with UNAM’s broader strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide overall leadership and strategic direction to Inceptus.
  • Develop and implement strategies that ensure growth, profitability and sustainability of the organisation and its business units.
  • Strengthen corporate governance, compliance and stakeholder relations.
  • Oversee financial and operational performance to achieve set targets.
  • Build, lead and empower a high-performing management team.
Requirements

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

  • A Master’s degree in Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field (an MBA will be an added advantage).
  • At least 5 years of relevant senior management/leadership experience, preferably in a commercial, investment, or corporate environment.
  • Demonstrated experience in strategic leadership, corporate governance, stakeholder management, and business development.
  • Strong understanding of Namibia’s corporate and regulatory environment.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Competencies:

  • Visionary leadership with strong business acumen.
  • Ability to foster innovation and partnerships.
  • Financial and strategic management expertise.
  • High ethical standards and integrity.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit:

  1. A cover letter addressed to the board chairperson detailing suitability for the position and highlighting leadership achievements, strategic vision, and suitability for the role. Demonstrates alignment with the company’s mission, vision, and values
  2. A Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume.
  3. Certified copies of Qualifications.
  4. National Documentation: Certified copy of ID or Passport.
  5. Professional References: At least three referees, preferably senior executives.  Should include full names, positions, contact details, and the relationship to the applicant.
  6. A signed declaration that the applicant has no conflicting interests.
Published On
02 October 2025
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