AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited vacancies 2022

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.

We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated person to join our dedicated team as

Job Description

Job Title: Communications Superintendent.

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 a 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 the Department
• Build and sustain a team of direct reports capable of producing required outputs and model the team’s work behaviors consistent with the company values
• Plan and deploy financial resources assigned within the approved frameworks to ensure the delivery of all strategic initiatives within the budget and time frame agreed.
• Develop and implement an effective communication plan for various situations or crises
• Perform communications research and monitor the progress of various communication strategies including analyzing media coverage, defining the target audience, and identifying what platforms will help scale public relations efforts
• Organize media campaigns to improve public access to information
• Develop and maintain a positive media relations at local, regional, and national levels
• Manage the 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 programs 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 a 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, and land design skills
• Professional printing/publishing skills including the ability to present concepts verbally
• Excellent skills in defining, creating, and delivering clear, consistent, compelling content that effectively tells the organization’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 behaviors 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