AngloGold Ashanti is seeking an experienced and self-motivated person to join our dedicated team as Communications Superintendent.
AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited, Obuasi Gold Mine is currently near completion of the redevelopment phase to become a modern, efficient and long-term profitable operation. The underground mining operation has been fully mechanized and designed to produce up to an average maximum of 5,000 t/day of ore mined.
ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT
The purpose of the Communications Superintendent role is to lead the Communications subfunction of the Sustainability Department to develop a more visible and enviable corporate image and effectively establish and maintain mutually beneficial relationships between the mine and the public towards securing social license for the mine.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Ensure compliance with Safety KPIs through Planned Task Observations, Positive / Hazards Observation and Reporting, Workplace Visits / Inspections, etc.
- Enforce all environmental work procedures issued by the Head of Department
- Build and sustain a team of direct reports capable of producing required outputs and model the team’s work behaviours consistent with the company values
- Plan and deploy financial resources assigned within the approved frameworks to ensure the delivery of all strategic initiatives within budget and time frame agreed.
- Develop and implement effective communication plan for various situations or crises
- Perform communications research and monitor the progress of various communication strategies including analyzing media coverage, define target audience, and identify what platforms will help scaling public relations efforts
- Organise media campaigns to improve public access to information
- Develop and maintain a positive media relation at local, regional, and national levels
- Manage active social media presence of the Obuasi Mine to improve brand visibility and positive story communication
- Support organization of mine events such as conferences, launches, press tours, etc
- Develop speeches and media kits for events and programmes for effective story pitching
- Ensure the mine website is up to date
- Ensure compliance with AGA brand requirements
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Qualification
- Relevant Tertiary qualification in Data Communications, Public Relations or a related field
Experience
- 5 years’ experience in similar line of work
- A good knowledge and understanding of the mining industry and internationally applicable standards relevant to mining and sustainable development (ICMM, IFC, ESG, VPSHR, GEITI, etc.)
- A good understanding of the business functions in alignment with organizational priorities and audience needs and preferences
- A good experience in defining, creating, and delivering clear, consistent, compelling content that effectively tells the organization’s story
- Experience in acting as a company spokesperson; comfortable and skilled in both broadcast and print media interviews
- Solid experience with social media including blogs
- Experience in event planning
- Hands on experience in standard report writing and presentation
Technical Competencies
- Ability to develop strategic communication approaches that are aligned with the strategic direction and business needs
- A confident communicator and presenter
- Strong writing, editing, proofreading, land design skills
- Professional printing/publishing skills including ability to present concepts verbally
- Excellent skills in defining, creating and delivering clear, consistent, compelling content that effectively tells the organisation’s story
- Excellent organizational and planning skills.
- Strong research skills
- Solid experience with social media including blogs
- A good understanding of the business functions in alignment with organizational priorities and audience needs and preferences
Other Competencies
- Demonstrate behaviours consistent with AGA values
- Strong interpersonal, influencing, communication and motivating skills
- High energy, commitment, and enthusiasm for the work
- Well-developed intra- company network
- Well-developed industry network
- Ability to work in a team
- Management practice and systems thinking approach to problem solving.
- A strong negotiations skill
How To Apply For This Position
Qualified applicants should submit their CV and Application through the Company’s Website: CLICK HERE TO APLLY ONLINE
Closing Date : 3rd December, 2022
