Background

Since 2015, the National Geographic Society’s Okavango Wilderness Project has been working to help secure permanent, sustainable protection for the Okavango Basin. National Geographic has now partnered with De Beers through the Okavango Eternal initiative to safeguard the Delta’s headwaters and the livelihoods they support.

Job Overview

The Field Technician – Enterprise Development plays a vital role in the development, implementation, observation, evaluation, and management of savings groups within communities in the Panhandle region. The role involves working closely with community members, local leaders, and financial institutions to promote savings group formation, financial literacy, and sustainable economic practices.

Location

This position is based in Beetsha, Okavango District. The role requires regular travel within the Okavango area and significant time conducting field and community work.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

1. Assist in training and supporting savings groups.
2. Carry out refresher training, coaching, and mentoring of groups as needed.
3. Support in resolving problems or conflicts within savings groups.
4. Mobilize communities to create/start savings and credit groups.
5. Serve as a liaison between savings groups and BWBT program leaders, specifically the Financial Inclusion Coordinator.
6. Encourage and support the establishment of new savings groups in the community.
7. Monitor small business enterprises under mentorship.
8. Provide regular updates on deliverables as defined.
9. Act as a liaison between BWBT and the communities.
10. Support the Enterprise Development team during trainings
11. Undertake logistical preparations for Enterprise Development trainings.
12. Support the Enterprise Development Coordinator in coaching activities.
13. Coordinate mentorship sessions in collaboration with the Enterprise Development team.
14. Assist the Enterprise Development team during recruitment of enterprises/beneficiaries.

Skills and Competencies

1. Good understanding of business management principles and practices.
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Ability to develop and deliver effective training programs.
4. Ability to conduct pre- and post-training questionnaires.
5. Good organizational and coordination skills.
6. Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively with diverse community members.
7. Ability to take initiative and work independently with limited supervision.
8. Good knowledge and experience working with local communities.
9. Enthusiastic, technically minded, adaptive, and forward-thinking.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in a business-related field.
• Financial knowledge/mathematical skills.
• Business skills are an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a culturally diverse team.

Application process:

• Please submit your resume including three contactable references.
• Your application must include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position and what excites you most about this opportunity.
• Ensure that the Email Subject Line is "Field Technician – Enterprise Development, Beetsha"

Please note:

1. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
2. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
3. Your salary expectations / requirements must be included in your cover letter.
4. Applications close 19 December 2025.