I would respectfully suggest, Dan, that perhaps your chief pilot does not really properly know how to actually do the NDB procedure.
Having done a LOT in heavy jets, it really isn't that hard...if properly performed.
The operative word is (of course)...properly.
In this case, if he does not...proficiency down the drain.
What an absolute shame.
Having said this, when I did my original training at PanAmerican in the 'ole B707 (yes, a rather heavy jet at the time) the FAA Inspector mentioned...'I want to see an NDB approach on two engines', which was promptly accomplished, by yours truly...two engines out on one side.
Properly.
I can assure you, they did NOT give these ratings away, without the pilot concerned actually demonstrating the proficiency required.
It all comes down to...train hard, fight easy.
PS:
What do you do, Dan, when you are dispatched to a distination that has ONLY an NDB approach to one (or perhaps two) runways?
Cancel?
Call in sick?
What?