North West District Council is committed to Improving the Quality of Life for All through Effective and Efficient Delivery of Basic Infrastructure and Social Services in Partnership with Stakeholders. NWDC is a Corporate Body mandated to Secure and Promote the Safety, Well-being, Security of the Community and Enhance Good Governance Practices in the District. Sustainable livelihoods and effective local governance. To manage, direct and supervise the Home Economics Division.
Key Responsibilities
- Plans, coordinates and directs the Home Economics Division.
- Develops guidelines and standards on the implementation of home economics programmes.
- Liaises with other stakeholders on issues relating to Home Economics (Fairs, seminars, workshops and commemorations).
- Assesses the effectiveness and impact of the home economics rehabilitation projects and takes appropriate action where necessary.
- Facilitates and organizes training for vulnerable groups on entrepreneurial skills in order to equip them with business management skills.
- Coordinates and advises on small entrepreneurship among the disadvantaged and vulnerable groups for economic sustainability and diversity.
- Identifies stakeholders and source for funding and other contributions for rehabilitation programme.
- Undertakes any other related duties as directed by management.
Requirements
- Qualification: Degree in Home Economics Extension or equivalent.
- Experience: At least ten (10) years relevant work experience of which two (2) years must have been served as Principal Home Economics Officer II – D3 or equivalent.
- Eligibility: Botswana Citizens only.
- Working with People.
- Presenting and Communicating Information.
- Leading and Supervising.
- Creating and Innovating.
- Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations.
- Following Instructions and Procedures.
- Adapting and Responding to Change.
- Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking.
- Full Names and Address
- Date of Birth
- Certified Copies of Academic Certificates
- Certified Copy of valid Identity Card (Omang)
- 2 references (not more than 12 months old)
- Detailed summary of career with duties (curriculum vitae)
- For serving officers: Provide date for first appointment and attach letter of appointment to the current post.
- For private employees: Letter of current salary should be attached.
Salary
D2 (P337 008 – P371 628) per annum
How to Apply
Applicants should quote the vacancy number. For government employees: Applications should be routed through Chief Executives; applications not so routed will not be considered. Emailed, scanned, and faxed documents will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Mailing Address: Council Secretary, North West District Council, Private Bag 01, Maun. Physical Address for Hand Delivery: RAC Green Block – RMU Office No.11 during working hours. Closing Date: 2nd March 2026 Closing Time: 16:30hrs Contact Numbers for Information: 6870442 / 6870406 / 6862028
REF Code: NWDC 4/4/7 II (86) | Vacancy Circular No: 05 OF 2026