
Selvia Gowases
@selviagowases
I deliver reliable administrative, executive support, training, and stakeholder communication.
What I'm looking for
I've supported office operations, executive administration, training delivery, and stakeholder communication across organisations including BETC, Hoadadi Marine Fishing, Roads Contractor Company, and WBCG/Namport.
At BETC, I facilitated training sessions and workshops, prepared presentations, training materials and reports, maintained records, and developed content for training and community programmes.
As Assistant to the Director at Hoadadi Marine Fishing, I managed schedules, correspondence, reporting, sensitive documents, stakeholder contact, meeting setup, minutes, and follow-up tasks.
I'm fluent in English and Afrikaans, comfortable working independently, and available for full-time international remote opportunities across international time zones.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Trainer
Business & Entrepreneurship Training Centre (BETC)
Jan 2023 - Dec 2025 (2 years 11 months)
Conducted and facilitated training sessions and workshops. Prepared presentations, training materials, and reports, and maintained accurate training records.
Assistant to the Director
Hoadadi Marine Fishing (Pty) Ltd
Jan 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 11 months)
Provided administrative support to the Director, including schedules, correspondence, and reporting. Managed sensitive documents and served as a point of contact for stakeholders.
Presiding Officer & Team Leader
Electoral Commission of Namibia
Jan 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 11 months)
Ensured registration and election processes ran efficiently and effectively. Coordinated team members and communicated procedures and responsibilities clearly.
Administrative Officer
Roads Contractor Company
Jan 2012 - Dec 2014 (2 years 11 months)
Managed reception, incoming correspondence, and secretarial support. Coordinated meetings and prepared reports and official documentation.
Office Administrator
WBCG / NAMPORT
Jan 2006 - Dec 2012 (6 years 11 months)
Oversaw day-to-day office operations, including procurement, reporting, records, and supplies. Coordinated travel arrangements and meetings and took minutes.
Claims / Accounting Clerk
NamPost Courier Services
Jan 2003 - Dec 2006 (3 years 11 months)
Processed customer claims and related documentation. Handled financial transactions and maintained accurate financial and customer records.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Executive and Personal Assistants Symposium
Symposium, Executive Assistance
2011 - 2011
Attended the Executive and Personal Assistants Symposium in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Certificate of Excellence in Outstanding Leadership Abilities
Certificate, Leadership
2010 - 2010
Awarded a certificate of excellence in outstanding leadership abilities.
Diploma in Ministerial and Leadership Skills
Diploma, Leadership
2010 - 2010
Completed a diploma in ministerial and leadership skills.
Finance and Budgeting for Non-Accountants
Professional Development, Finance
2010 - 2010
Completed a professional development course in finance and budgeting for non-accountants.
Management and Business Skills for PAs and Senior Secretaries
Professional Development, Management
2009 - 2009
Completed a professional development course in management and business skills for PAs and senior secretaries.
Namibia University of Science and Technology
National Diploma, Commerce
Completed a National Diploma in Commerce at NQF Level 6.
Etosha Secondary School
Grade 12, General
Completed Grade 12 at Etosha Secondary School.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Salary expectations
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