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 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 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 Required & Experience
• 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
Location: Obuasi
How To Apply For The Job | Communications Superintendent at AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited
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Closing Date: 03 December, 2022