Corporate Information


"THE VOICE OF EMPLOYERS IN SERVICE OF EMPLOYERS"

VISION
    "To be THE representative of ALL employers in Namibia"

MISSION
    "A catalyst for socio-economic growth and sustainable employment"

CORE VALUES
    * Member Focus
    * Partnership for growth
    * Effective Communication
    * Teamwork
    * Pursuit of Excellence
    * Honesty & Integrity

THE NEF: WHO WE ARE
    * Founded in 1994
    * The NEF is the largest and oldest employers' organisation in Namibia.
.     * As such it is recognized by Government, as the "Most Representative" Employers' Organisation, in accordance with ILO regulations.
    * Membership is open to any employer, large or small, the only criteria being compliant with Namibian Labour and other Legislation.
    * The NEF currently represents the interest of over 5,000 various employers through its direct membership and the Associational Members.

ASSOCIATIONAL MEMBERS
    * The Chamber of Mines of Namibia
    * The Bankers Association of Namibia
    * The Hospitality Association of Namibia
    * The Construction Industries Federation
    * The Security Association of Namibia
    * The Confederation of Namibian Fishing Associations
    * The Agricultural Employers' Federation
    * The Federation of Namibian Tourism Associations
    * The Service Station Owners Association
    * The Namibian Contract Drillers Association

THE NEF REPRESENTS ALL NAMIBIAN EMPLOYERS ON VARIOUS BODIES SUCH AS;
    * Employment Services Board
    * The Labour Advisory Council
    * The Committee for Dispute Prevention and Resolution
    * The Essential Services Committee
    * The Social Security Commission
    * The Employment Equity Commission
    * The National Advisory Committee on Education
    * The Global Accelerator Programme
    * The Labour Migration Task Force
    * The Anti-Corruption Commission

INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION
    * The NEF is a member of several international bodies and thus enjoys free technical and legal advice when requested.
    * In addition, these memberships entitle members to attend various international training courses.
     These organizations are:
         * The International Labour Organization
         * The International Organization of Employers
         * Business Africa
         * The SADC Private Sector Forum
         * The Global Apprenticeship Network