CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Okavango Diamond Company (ODC) is a rough diamond marketing company based in Gaborone, Botswana. ODC is looking to attract progressive, innovative and talented people who are passionate about world-class delivery and joining a high calibre team.

1. Diamond Administrator

Job Summary:

Working as part of the Operations team, you will be responsible for supporting the ODC operational end to end process. This will involve utilizing the stock management system to control product flow during the preparation of sales parcels, generating operational reports and interfacing with internal and external stakeholders. As part of the sales process, you will assist customers during the sale viewing period, managing any customer requests or ad hoc queries.

Job Requirements:

• BGCSE, a degree in commerce or equivalent will be an added advantage.

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a diamond related industry. • Excellent knowledge and understanding of the diamond stock management system and the processes that facilitate administration of rough diamond assortments to a highly consistent standard. Ability to interrogate system issues and facilitate correct resolution.

• Knowledge of the local diamond industry/pipeline. Understanding of relevant statutes and the Kimberley Process Certification requirements

• Manages correct product integrity processes, ability to monitor

product flow with systemised reporting.

• Basic knowledge of information & communications technologies.

Closing date for applications is 29th May 2022.

2. Diamond Technician

Job Summary:

Working as part of the Operations team, you will be responsible for supporting the ODC operational end to end process. This will involve processing of ODC’s diamond shipments through sorting and technical quality assurance, pricing, and the sales process. As part of the sales process, you will provide support to assist customers during the sale viewing period. Your application should include a strong motivation letter detailing your relevant set of skills, and compatibility with the role.

Job Requirements:

• BGCSE, a degree in Business, Commerce or equivalent will be an

added advantage.

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a diamond related industry.

• Knowledge of technical aspects of preparing and delivering finalised run of mine rough diamond assortments. Ability to capture and report on diamond data.

• Knowledge of the local diamond industry/pipeline. Understanding of relevant statutes and the Kimberley Process Certification requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of diamond stock management systems and processes that facilitate administration of rough diamond assortments to a highly consistent standard.

• Basic knowledge of information & communications technologies.

Closing date for applications is 29th May 2022.

3. Corporate Counsel & Company Secretary

Job Summary:

The role will be responsible for providing legal advice and company secretarial services to ODC by supporting the Executive Team and Board of Directors to comply with all applicable legislation, corporate governance, regulations policies, procedures, guidelines, and best practice. The incumbent shall also draft and review contracts with a view to ensure that the rights and interests of the Company are protected.

Job Requirements:

• A degree in Law and admitted to practice in the Courts of Botswana. A professional Company Secretarial Qualification (CIS) will be an added advantage.

• At least 7 years’ post qualification experience in compliance and

governance.

• A strong working knowledge in the development, implementation

and monitoring of corporate governance principles and ethics. • Solid knowledge and understanding of information and communications technologies and ability to use such technology efficiently.

Closing date for applications is 5th June 2022.

To apply, please send by e-mail a comprehensive CV, copies of relevant certificates, contact details of three (3) referees and a motivation letter detailing your blend of rich experience, skills and compatibility role, quoting the appropriate job title in the subject box to: recruitment@odc.co.bw

ODC will only respond to shortlisted applicants.

For more information about ODC, please visit: www.odc.co.bw