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  AGRA CO-OPERATIVE Ltd.
Recruitment
 
 
Have you got what it takes?
Agra is the largest multipurpose agricultural co-operative in the country with about 7000 Namibian shareholders. Founded in 1980, the company now has an annual turnover in excess of N$1 Billion and employs more than 400 Namibians.



Profits are re-invested for growth in the country. Agra offers livestock marketing services as well as retail operations through an extensive network of branches throughout Namibia. More than 70% of our population is directly or indirectly dependent on agriculture, reinforcing our strive for success. Our mission is to grow our business with a dynamic team, providing a great service experience. If you are a suitably qualified Namibian who can help us achieve our mission we invite you to apply for the positions of:
 
BRANCH MANAGER - VARIOUS BRANCHES (including Maltahφhe)
The successful applicant will report to the Retail Operations Manager and assume total responsibility for all operations and profitability of the AGRA trade branch.
 
The job will include management of the following functions:
• Branch profitability
• Stock levels, composition and control
• Client service
• Sales
• Explore new business opportunities
• Expenses
• Debtors
• Branch administration
• Personnel
• Fixed assets
• Liaison with the Livestock department.
 
To qualify for this challenging position, the applicant must have:
• Grade 12 certificate plus an appropriate tertiary qualification
• Code 08 (BE) drivers license
• A minimum of 5 years relevant retail experience of which at least 3 years on a management level
• Functional management skills with regard to sales, marketing, stock control, customer service and management of people
• Well developed communication skills in Afrikaans and English
• The ability to maintain excellent human relations within a disciplined environment
• User knowledge of a computerised stock management system.
 
 
Deadline for applications: 2010-03-31
 
TRADE CLERK – MALTAHΦHE BRANCH
The successful applicant will report to the Branch Manager and assume responsibility for buying and trade administration.
 
Duties will include the following:
• Manning of a computerised point of sales
• Product advice to customers
• Handling of cash payments
• Handling of telephone
• Trade administration such as goods receiving register, debtors’ administration, creditors’ administration, etc.
• Procurement administration.
 
The following requirements will apply for prospective candidates:
• Grade 12 certificate
• Well developed communication skills in Afrikaans and English
• Computer literacy
• The ability to maintain excellent human relations
• Well developed numeral skills
• Product knowledge of agricultural input goods will serve as a recommendation.
 
 
Deadline for applications: 2010-03-29
 
TRADE CLERK – WINDHOEK BRANCH
The successful applicant will report to the Branch Manager and assume responsibility for sales and trade administration.
 
Duties will include the following:
• Manning of a computerised point of sales
• Product advice to customers
• Handling of cash payments
• Handling of telephone
• Trade administration such as goods receiving register, debtors’ administration, creditors’ administration, etc.
• Procurement administration.
 
The following requirements will apply for prospective candidates:
• Grade 12 certificate
• Well developed communication skills in Afrikaans and English
• Computer literacy
• The ability to maintain excellent human relations
• Well developed numeral skills
• Product knowledge of Veterinary Medicinal products.
 
 
Deadline for applications: 2010-03-26
 
TRADE CLERK – KARASBURG BRANCH
The successful applicant will report to the Branch Manager and assume responsibility for buying and trade administration.
 
Duties will include the following:
• Manning of a computerised point of sales
• Product advice to customers
• Handling of cash payments
• Handling of telephone
• Trade administration such as transport accounts, filing, claims, payments, debtor control, RD cheques, management reports and all other administration duties required by manager
• Ordering of grocery supplies including the selling and receiving of stock
• Product reconciliation
• Procurement administration.
 
The following requirements will apply for prospective candidates:
• Grade 12 certificate
• Well developed communication skills in Afrikaans and English
• Computer literacy
• People management skills
• Code 08 drivers license
• The ability to maintain excellent human relations
• Well developed numeral skills
• Product knowledge of grocery products will serve as a recommendation.
 
 
Deadline for applications: 2010-03-19
 
MANAGER: PROPERTIES - HEAD OFFICE
To manage the overall day to day activities of all infrastructure related projects and then assume responsibility for planned and emergency maintenance. The incumbent will report to the Senior Manager: Properties.
 
Responsibilities will include, amongst others:
• To ensure that clients are satisfied with the level of service and state of infrastructure.
• To schedule and align all infrastructure (Properties and Auction Pens) related projects to business strategy.
• Inspect and evaluate infrastructure requirements and draw up plan of action and execution strategy.
• Ensure that only approved contractors are instructed and regularly monitor service delivery of contractors.
• Ensure the implementation and ongoing monitoring of all infrastructure projects.
• Liaise with relevant project stakeholder to ensure successful completion of projects.
• Provide relevant written progress reports on property projects.
• Ensure and verify the correctness of payment to service provider.
• Ensure that Building and Health and Safety Regulations are adhered to including the provision of necessary training to relevant stakeholders.
• Develop sound business relationships with industry role players and stakeholders.
• Must be prepared to travel throughout the country.
 
Experience and Qualifications
• ND: Building, or a relevant tertiary qualification in the building related discipline.
• Minimum Grade 12 Certificate
• At least 5 years relevant experience in the building industry preferably building maintenance.
• Experience in shopping centre management is a pre-requisite.
• Experience in infrastructure routine maintenance and planning.
• Experience in understanding building cost estimating is a pre-requisite.
• Experience in aspects pertaining to property transactions and the property transfer process is an added advantage.
• A sound understanding of budgeting and cost allocation.
• Computer literacy.
 
Competencies: • Executive and strategic management skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Project management and presentation skills • Strong negotiation and diplomatic skills • Good people management skills
 
Deadline for applications: 2010-03-17
 
 

In return, Agra offers a remuneration package commensurate with the seniority of the position.
Agra is an equal opportunities employer. Please submit certified copies together with CV and application letter. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No CV's shall be returned.

All short listed candidates are required to undergo psychometric screening as part of the recruitment process.

Written applications should be addressed to:
The Manager: Human Resources
Agra Co-operative Ltd, Private Bag 12011, Windhoek/Namibia

Contact details:
Tel: (061) 290 9216
Email: humanresources@agra.com.na
www.agra.com.na

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