AngloGold Ashanti Job Vacancy For Communications & Public Relations Officer

AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited is currently on a journey to redevelop the Obuasi Gold Mine into a modern, efficient and long-term profitable operation. The underground mining operation will be fully mechanized, 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 & Public Relations Officer.

ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT

The Communications & Public Relations Officer is responsible for building a positive relationship with all stakeholders through communications. The Communications Officer’s position facilitates the communications actions identified in the communications strategy of the mine; Crisis communication and media relations is an integral part of the role.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Define, monitor and report on the communication and public relations programs within schedule and budget to implement site communications strategy
• Create a matrix of internal key stakeholders in order to ensure success of the role, and develop appropriate relationships where pertinent
• Develop and maintain a strong internal and external communications network
• Assist in the dissemination and sharing of divisional information
• Monitor media and provide the Sustainability team with relevant information from within the local, regional and national space.
• Assist the Sustainability Manager to develop communication plans, policies and procedures to support the mine’s communication goals.
• Draft speeches and reports
• Assist in building content for publication in the AGA newsletter (Dawuro) every quarter and production of features for publication in the print and electronic media.
• Assist in the organisation of Quarterly Communication sessions with HR Department.
• Plan and coordinate events and functions.
• Provide support for press conferences and media meetings.
• Act as the liaison between the company and media outlets
• Plan and coordinate events and functions.
• Document all company activities through photography and videography
• Assist in building content and running of sustainability intranet site
• Assist in the development and coordination of a coherent monitoring, evaluation and learning system for Sustainability related information
• Conduct media analysis, research and preparation of responses
• Develop relationships with media houses and provide them with suggested articles for publication
• Liaise with public relations outfits in municipal and district assemblies within the concession.
• Collaborate a collaborative relationship with communication consultant, Stratcomm to deliver on organisational communication goals
• Collate, document and store all information on CCC meetings
• Collate, document and store all land access and compensation processes and procedures
• Maintain an up to date data base for networking purposes

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Qualification

• Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or information Management.
• Preferably a Master’s Degree in Mass Communication  or Development.

Experience

• At least 3 years relevant experience in managing public relations and communication in a similar organizational setting.
• Demonstrated capacity to undertake media buying and engagement brand activation
• Appreciation of cultures and approaches to participatory methodology.
• Extensive knowledge of communications tools and its application.

Technical Competencies

• Good Understanding of and ability to use communication and IT tools.
• Strong public speaking abilities.
• Fluent in both English language and Asante Twi
• Internet Savvy.
• Appreciation of the use of ICT tools and models.
• Ability to use Microsoft access and publishing software.

Leadership Competencies

• Ability to provide peer to peer leadership and handle confidential community issues.

Interested Ghanaians with the above qualification and experience should submit their applications, with detailed CV.

Please note – only candidates who are successfully shortlisted will be contacted.

CLOSING DATE: 7TH NOVEMBER 2018.