Debmarine Namibia requires the services of a Social Performance Officer. The successful incumbent will implement and monitor sustainable social development projects that leave a positive diamond legacy. To build and maintain positive relationships with relevant stakeholders and to provide recommendations to management on relationship matters.

  THE SOCIAL PERFORMANCE OFFICER AT DEBMARINE NAMIBIA:

• Collaborates with project promoters to effectively implement social investment projects.
• Organises project handovers to ensure formal transfer to beneficiaries for sustainable use.
• Regularly monitors and evaluates projects, providing recommendations to ensure long-term success.
• Proactively identifies and recommends social investment opportunities that align with the company's initiatives and deliver meaningful, long-term benefits.
• Reviews applications for social investment, conducting due diligence to ensure projects are credible, impactful, and aligned with strategic objectives.
• Compiles submissions for CSI committee consideration, clearly defining the intended project and its potential benefits for informed decision-making.
• Maintains a CSI stakeholder list to ensure a consistent and effective approach to building positive relationships and targeted engagement strategies.
• Plans and arranges meetings and presentations to facilitate clear communication and strengthen trust between the company and relevant CSI stakeholders.
• Participates in visits to relevant CSI stakeholders to maintain direct relationships, build goodwill, and address matters of mutual interest.
• Provides management with information on CSI stakeholders to protect and strengthen stakeholder relationships.
• Compiles case studies and success stories on funded projects to showcase the impact of the company's social investments and enhance its reputation.
• Builds and manages positive relationships with external stakeholders in the social development sphere to foster collaboration and expand the company's ability to deliver meaningful social impact.
• Maintains a database for social investment applications to ensure accurate tracking, transparency, and efficient management of proposals.
• Records social investment information on electronic systems to support reporting, monitoring, and decision-making.
• Arranges travel, accommodation, and allowances for management, compiling itineraries for out-of-town trips to ensure smooth, well-organised travel when engaging with CSI stakeholders or projects.
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THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES ARE KEY FOR THIS POSITION:

• Computer applications - MS Office
• Design and layout
• Public speaking
• Events management
• Cultural diversity
• Knowledge of Namibia’s social development challenges and needs

CANDIDATE MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

• National Diploma in Social Science or Business Management with majoring in Community Development, Marketing Management and/or Public Relations Management.
• A formal qualification in Community Development would be advantageous.
• 5 years relevant experience, which includes Community development and Project Management.

Preference will be given to Namibian citizens and designated persons as prescribed by the Namibian Affirmative Action Act.

Please submit a comprehensive CV with proof of qualifications and experience by following the application and registration process.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and shall be subjected to further assessment and screening. 

Closing date: 07 November 2025