Namibia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy and Public Service Commission Conduct HR Benchmarking Visit to GNPC.
A delegation from Namibia's Ministry of Mines and Energy, specifically the Directorate of Petroleum Affairs, accompanied by representatives from the Public Service Commission under the Office of the Prime Minister, recently visited the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) to engage in a human resources (HR) benchmarking exercise.
This visit is part of Namibia's efforts to strengthen its oil sector, following the discovery of oil in early 2022. As Namibia restructures its Directorate of Petroleum Affairs into a fully-fledged department to support future oil production, the delegation sought to gain insight into best HR practices that will enhance its capabilities.
The Namibian team, led by Ms. Elina Tuyakula Haipinge and Mr. Joseph Hipondoka Amakali, was warmly received by GNPC’s CEO, Mr. Joseph Dadzie. Mr. Dadzie expressed his enthusiasm for the knowledge exchange stating: "We are more than happy to share our expertise with your team.” Echoing this sentiment, GNPC’s General Manager for HR, Professor Amponsah Tawiah, and General Manager for Projects, Mr. Alex Prempeh Kwarteng, emphasized this collaboration's importance.
During the visit, Mr. Ato Debrah, GNPC's HR Manager for Development and Training, provided a detailed overview of the Corporation’s HR framework, explaining how it drives operational efficiency. Mr. Albert Longdon-Nyewan, Manager for Engineering, guided the Namibian delegation through the engineering department's structure, highlighting its vital role in oil production.
This benchmarking exercise marks a key milestone in Namibia’s journey toward oil production, setting the foundation for a strong HR strategy in the petroleum sector. The collaboration between Namibia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy and GNPC underscores a shared commitment to capacity building and knowledge sharing in Africa's growing oil industry.