Manager – Business Enterprise Support

About the role

The Namibia Tourism Board is seeking a Manager to lead its Business Enterprise Support programme. The role will design and deliver sustainable initiatives that empower tourism‑related SMEs and emerging entrepreneurs, enhancing their capacity, market readiness and resilience.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise development programmes tailored for tourism SMEs, including business planning, operational efficiency and market readiness support.
• Provide advisory, mentoring and linkage services with financing institutions and other business support providers.
• Coordinate and facilitate capacity‑building trainings on business skills, financial literacy and compliance, in partnership with vocational institutions.
• Engage government agencies, development partners and NGOs to secure funding and strengthen public‑private partnerships.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on programme outcomes, maintaining dashboards and preparing quarterly and annual impact reports.

Required profile

• Post‑graduate qualification (NQF Level 7 or higher) in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Business Development or a related field.
• Minimum five years’ experience in enterprise development, SME support or economic development, preferably within the tourism sector.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours, and a full, current driver’s licence.