Academic education in: production technology and engineering management; engineering economics; civil engineering and construction cost estimations and project management. Professional competencies: R&D, design, planning, costing, technology management, feasibility study and advisory services in relation to the development and implementation of industrial production facilities and related production of national development plans. Scientific research, construction management, project consultancy and project management related to civil engineering, labour-based works and general project management and supervision. Scientific research in appropriate production and engineering technologies for SME businesses, producers and manufacturers. Technology acquisition and transfer. Scientific research, R&D, innovation, value addition and commercialization of scientific knowledge. Scientific advisory services to private and public sectors.
Major impact functional activities/responsibilities:
Research team leader and HODs of RIVD and S&TD. Director of MRC. Member of the Guiding Coalition which coordinates the Namibia national V(ision)2030 Program and advises the Director General of NPC, National Planning Commission, on the implementation of V2030. Developed a Power can product which was tested satisfactorily and enthusiastically received by low-income residents of Uupindi, Oshakati. Provided technical assistance to previously disadvantaged Namibians, which enabled them to become successful business persons. |
