Company Description

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world. 

Our Platinum business mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals (PGMs): platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium. We are the world’s leading primary producer of PGMs, which have a range of specialised applications that improve lives across the world – from vehicle fuel cells to jewelry; dentistry to glassmaking; pacemakers to petroleum refining.  

Job Description

This role will be responsible for all social development and community engagement in the surrounding area of the operation. The incumbent is responsible for the implementation of approved Social Performance strategy and plans initiatives at the operation.

Job responsibilities include: 

Social Way Development and Implementation

Create and maintain a detailed profile of the host communities.Develop and create a detailed Social Improvement Plan for the operation and facilitate the co-creation of a long-term community development plan for the host communities.Assist the Social Performance Project Manager – SLP and CSI to identify, select and prioritize local community projects, by ensuring alignment with Social and Labour Plan (SLP), SEAT, Anglo Platinum Social Performance Strategy and IDP of local government.Manage the implementation of internal Social Performance process efficiency improvement project plans and monitor projects for changes to progress, budget, scope or risks.Report on Social Improvement Plans and Community Development progress to Social Manager Projects who in turn provides the Operational assurance through the reporting role to the Operations GM.Develop, review and annually update Operational Social Improvement plans and action plan.Maintain project information on ENABLON system to ensure auditabilityDevelop stakeholder engagement feedback mechanisms to the host communities.Identification, liaison and facilitation role for transformation.Identify and profile local stakeholders.Develop local stakeholder database.Identification of Local Issues, categorize and prioritize them accordingly.Develop an issues management plan and feed into the central Issues Management System and track progress as per Anglo American Social Way.Create if required and facilitate community engagement forums and other necessary engagement frameworks.Launch and showcase social projects.

Social and Labour Plan (SLP)

Participate in the process of developing, reviewing and annually updating the five-year Social Improvement Plans (SLP) for the operation and translate that to Social and Labour Plans.Report to Senior Social Performance Manager, Future Forum and Operational Unit Management on progress against the targets and commitments of the SLP

This role is in the Social Performance department and will report to the General Manager on the Operation.  

QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in a relevant disciplineBusiness/Project Management qualifications - Advantageous

Experience

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in social performance with extensive experience in social impact assessment and stakeholder engagementExperience in managing a teamExperience of implementing the Anglo American Social Way management system is highly desirableExperience in managing projects/large programmes of workDemonstrated success in multi-disciplinary collaborationProven track record of dealing with external stakeholders at local government and community levelMining sector experience highly desirableBasic local language highly desirable but not essential

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of government socio-economic development plansFinancial managementResearch analysisReport compilationSuccess in program and project design and implementationEffective communication skillsGood Interpersonal skillsGood conflict resolution skillsCompetent in Company systems and related legislationComputer literate for roleNegotiation skillsProper report writing

Additional requirements

Work outside normal hours of work and travel will be requiredMedical fitness certificate/test

Additional Information

What we offer

When you join Anglo American you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, but more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We are a large, successful multinational company – and we are still growing all the time.

Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

Background checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Closing Date: 03 July 2024