Telecom Namibia CFO 2026

Telecom Namibia

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Telecom Namibia

As a leading ICT player and equal-opportunity employer, Telecom Namibia is committed to innovation and service excellence. We are at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies, driving 5G expansion, cloud transformation, and managed cybersecurity services to enhance connectivity across Namibia. Our competitive remuneration and investment in human capital empower our employees to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

If you are a forward-thinking professional eager to shape the future of telecommunications, we invite applications for the following Executive position based in Windhoek:

Position: Chief Finance Officer (CFO) - 2026

Five-Year Contract

Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership to Telecom Namibia by directing the Company's financial strategy, financial planning, treasury, investment, financial reporting, procurement, enterprise risk management and governance functions. The CFO ensures financial sustainability, prudent capital allocation, regulatory compliance and effective financial stewardship while supporting business growth, digital transformation and long-term shareholder value creation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement the Company's financial strategy in support of corporate objectives and the Integrated Strategic Business Plan (ISBP).
• Provide strategic financial advice and business performance insights to the Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors.
• Lead and Update Financial Policy Frameworks, implementation of structures, processes and systems.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, reporting and performance management.
• Direct treasury, cash flow, cash flow forecasting, capital financial functions, funding and liquidity management and currency risk mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), applicable accounting standards, taxation legislation and statutory reporting requirements.
• Lead enterprise financial risk management, internal financial controls and financial governance.
• Oversee capital expenditure planning, investment evaluation and financial modelling.
• Lead the Finance Division, develop high-performing teams and promote a culture of accountability, integrity and continuous improvement.
• Managing the company's capital structure, investment planning and fundraising activities.
• Effectively manage the credit management and debt collection functions within Telecom Namibia.
• Develop, manage and continually improve Telecom Namibia strategic supply chain process in-order-to ensure in-time and cost-effective delivery of goods and services in accordance with the Public Procurement Act.
• Establish and continually develop anti-fraud systems and measures including management of the revenue assurance function in order to mitigate financial risks.
• Drive talent management, employee engagement, leadership development, succession planning and foster a high-performance culture.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Chartered Accountant CA(Nam), CA(SA) or an equivalent internationally recognised Chartered Accountant designation recognised in Namibia.
• Bachelor's Honours Degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Minimum of ten (10) years' proven financial management experience within a corporate environment.
• At least five (5) years in a senior management position.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge and practical application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Accounting Standards (IAS), Namibian accounting legislation, the Namibian tax framework (including direct and indirect taxation), and the Public Procurement Act together with related regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic financial management, financial planning and analysis, treasury and cash flow management, capital expenditure planning and control, budgeting and forecasting, enterprise risk management, corporate governance, internal financial controls, investment analysis and stakeholder reporting.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master's degree in Finance, or another relevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.

KEY KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Strong managerial background in finance in the telecommunications industry.
• Strong experience in accounting, internal accounting, treasury and cash management.
• Excellent expertise concerning asset management.
• Well-grounded comprehension of revenue assurance in the telecommunications industry, anti-fraud and risk management.
• Strong procurement knowledge.
• Deep insights in billing in the telecommunications industry.
• Very good managerial skills and drive to lead and manage the team.
• Acumen towards creating strategic initiatives related to profitability measures (e.g. saving programmes).
• Excellent negotiation skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

• Strategist and visionary with strong leadership capabilities.
• Lateral thinker with a strong sense of profit orientation and rational thinking.
• Highly assertive with excellent decision-making capabilities.
• Team player capable of implementing succession planning and building departmental capacity.
• Ability to improve cross-functional relationships.

CLOSING DATE: 07 AUGUST 2026

This recruitment is managed by Elite Employment.

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY BY SUBMITTING YOUR DETAILED CV ON THIS CAREER PAGE. (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ARE NOT TO BE SUBMITTED AT THIS STAGE.)

For any question or enquiries, please contact

Antoinette Druker

Email address: antoinette@eliteemployment.com.na

Office phone number: +264 83 723 4150

Any applications sent to Telecom Namibia directly will NOT be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: Telecom Namibia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates in line with affirmative action guidelines.