Program Officer – Public Relations & Project Support
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Namibia Office - Windhoek
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Not specified
Posted: 8 Aug 2026 (12 days ago)
Contract: One year, renewable subject to satisfactory performance
Program Officer Jobs in Namibia | Public Relations, Project Support & Development Careers
JICA Namibia is recruiting a Program Officer – Public Relations & Project Support to support its cooperation and development programmes in Namibia.
The successful candidate will produce public relations and media materials, support JICA volunteer and capacity-building programmes, and assist other office divisions when required.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce public relations and media materials.
* Support JICA’s public-relations activities in Namibia.
* Assist JICA Volunteer programmes.
* Support capacity-building programmes.
* Assist with programme and project activities.
* Prepare reports and communications materials.
* Support other office divisions when required.
* Work with relevant development and institutional stakeholders.
* Maintain confidentiality and professional standards.
Minimum Requirements
* Namibian citizen.
* Bachelor’s degree.
* Experience in public relations.
* Strong planning, reporting and analytical skills.
* Excellent English communication and report-writing skills.
* Valid driver’s licence.
* Clear criminal and credit record.
* Proficiency in MS Office and digital platforms.
* Strong teamwork and time-management skills.
* Experience with development agencies, government institutions or related organisations is advantageous.