Economic Development Officer by AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited

AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited

Accra
Permanent
Full-time

29 days ago

Job DescriptionAngloGold 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 experienced and self-motivated person to join our team as:ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICERROLE PURPOSEThe Economic Development Officer is to assist the Economic Development Superintendent to develop and execute sustainable economic development programmes in line with existing Socio-economic Development Plans of the Obuasi Mine, underpinned by the Sustainable Development Goals; the Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria and National and Local Development Plans to contribute to diversifying the economy of Obuasi and consequently sustainably securing the social license of the mine.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Assess risks for all tasks and ensure they are controlled before and during task execution.
Report all incidents and ensure they have been investigated and corrective actions completed on time.
Act on all corrective actions assigned to you or under your jurisdiction and ensure timely completion.
Enforce environmental work procedures issued by the Departmental Manager
Investigate environmental incidents in assigned work areas
Attend all scheduled and assigned environmental training meetings.
Ensure compliance with AGA Community Investment Procedure
Implement, monitor, and evaluate needs-driven and impactful Enterprise Development programmes in partnership with relevant institutions and partners
Implement, monitor, and evaluate needs-driven and impactful Agriculture Development programmes in partnership with relevant institutions and partners
Implement, monitor, and evaluate Business and Trade Promotion interventions in partnership with relevant institutions and stakeholders
Implement, monitor, and evaluate needs-driven and impactful Livelihood Restoration Programmes in partnership with relevant institutions and stakeholders

QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIESJoin our WhatsApp Group to get notified when new Job Vacancies in Ghana are posted.Qualification

Relevant tertiary level qualification in the field of enterprise development

Experience

At least 3 years' experience in similar line of work

Technical Competencies

Practical experience in the implementation of economic/enterprise development programmes/projects in a mining setting
Experience in participatory methodologies and their application
Knowledge of SDGs and ESG and their application in programme development
Knowledge of internationally applicable standards relevant to sustainable development (IFC standards on Social Sustainability, VPSHR, GEITI etc.)
A good knowledge of shared value-driven community investment

Other Competencies

Strong negotiations skills
Knowledge of the development planning process of the MMDAs
A good knowledge of national enterprise development programmes and policies
Practical experience in agribusiness
Practical experience in the SME sector
Ability to work in a team

Closing Date : 20th Feb, 2023HOW TO APPLY

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