Mpasi Haingura General Manager
Andre Plaatjie Manager - Corporate Services
Marinda Bahr Marinda Manager - Human Capital
Manager - IT
Manager - Properties & Housing
The Corporate Services & Human Capital department develops departmental strategies and directions for the lease and sale of land, execution of Council bursaries, and the recruitment, welfare, and management of all employment matters, in conformity with the Municipality’s overall strategic and financial plans. Under the guidance of the General Manager: Corporate Services & Capital, the department has four main sections:
- Administration Section
- Archives Section
- Marketing And Communications Section
- Property Section
- Housing Section
- Human Capital Section
Administration Section
This Section renders secretarial and administrative services to the Management Committee and Council, and is responsible for the following:
- Compilation and distribution of Management Committee and Council Agenda.
- Minute taking at meetings and distribution of minutes for execution.
- Ensuring that annual tariff increases in respect of services rendered are gazetted.
- Managing of the Municipality’s telephone system.
- Managing all municipal records and archive material.
- Maintenance and upkeep of the Main Municipal Office Complex.
- Ensuring all Council’s properties are properly guarded.
- Responsible for leading digital transformation efforts in administrative processes, ensuring compliance with the Archives Act, Good Governance Principles (NAMCODE)
- Coordinate all security and cleaning services and drive efficiency and innovation in support services.
- Contribute to achieving the strategic goals of operational excellence and digital integration.
Archives Section
The Archives/Records Section is responsible for controlling and managing the Municipal Archives, record-keeping of all Council properties, general files, and executing all functions related to records management. The Archives operates in terms of the Archives Act and other statutory provisions.
Marketing And Communications Section
The Marketing and Communication Section is responsible for effective institutional corporate communication, public relations, and marketing. It regularly updates the Council’s website, Facebook page, and other social media platforms with news, articles, and advertisements.
Property Section
This Section is responsible for the effective management and control of Council’s property, including the sale of land, lease transactions, and related administration matters.
Housing Section
Swakopmund has been experiencing rapid urbanization due to increased mining activities, which contribute to the rising housing demand. The provision of housing is a critical pillar for Swakopmund’s growth and development strategy.
Human Capital Division
Human Capital management is an employee function aimed at helping managers effectively utilize human capital within the organization, in line with HC policies and legal frameworks. The HC Section is responsible for attracting employees, retaining them, and ensuring they perform at optimal levels.
The Training and Development Officer guides organizational training and development needs, while the Industrial Relations Officer ensures harmonious labor relations by fostering good working relationships among employees.
