Erold Naomab (born 2 April 1977) is a Namibian academic. He is the vice-chancellor of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST).
Erold Naomab | |
|---|---|
| Vice-chancellor of the Namibia University of Science and Technology | |
| Assumed office 1 January 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Tjama Tjivikua |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 2 April 1977 Omaruru, Erongo Region |
| Residence(s) | Windhoek, Namibia |
| Alma mater | University of Namibia Nottingham Trent University |
Early life and education
editNaomab was born on 2 April 1977. He grew up Omaruru in the Erongo Region of Namibia. He attended schools in Omaruru, Okombahe and Otjiwarongo. After a brief stint at a consultancy firm, Naomab started tertiary education at the University of Namibia, graduating with Bachelor and Master of Science. He then studied at Nottingham Trent University in England and obtained another master's degree (Research in Strategic Resource Management) as well as a PhD in Science.[1]
Career
editNaomab worked at the Southern Campus of the University of Namibia (UNAM) in Keetmanshoop where he rose to the position of assistant pro-vice chancellor, UNAM's highest-ranking administrator at that campus.[2] In January 2021 he was appointed vice-chancellor of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), succeeding the founding rector Tjama Tjivikua, and taking over from Andrew Niikondo who acted in that position.[3][4]
In September 2024 Naomab was appointed chairperson of the board of the Association of African Universities for Southern Africa (AAU SARO).[5]
References
edit- ^ Siririka, Paheja (26 February 2021). "On the spot - NUST is a reputable brand – Naomab". New Era.
- ^ Tjitemisa, Kuzeeko (16 November 2020). "Confusion reigns over Nust VC appointment". New Era.
- ^ Movirongo, Clifton (2 February 2021). "Dr Naomab officially installed as NUST second Vice-Chancellor". Namibia Economist.
- ^ Cloete, Luqman (2 February 2021). "Naomab installed as Nust boss". The Namibian. Archived from the original on 8 October 2021. Retrieved 7 October 2021.
- ^ "NUST Vice Chancellor joins Association of African Universities of Southern Africa". Namibia Economist. 9 September 2024.