Reporting to the SP Superintendent and working in collaboration with the site-based SP Manager, the SP will support implementation of the community development projects, the resettlement action plan (RAP) and Livelihood Restoration Programs and training-up team members. He is also expected to have expertise in supporting PAPs, agricultural organizations/groups, women and young people in the implementation and monitoring of income generating activities.
The company – about Endeavour
Endeavour Mining is one of the world's largest gold producers and the largest in West Africa, with seven mines, a significant portfolio of exploration projects and a workforce of approximately 6,000 people. The company has grown very rapidly in terms of size and scale over the past two years.
Endeavour Mining operates transparently and in accordance with international best practice in the areas of sustainable development, with a focus on health and safety, the environment, and community development.
The role
Reporting to the SP Superintendent and working in collaboration with the site-based SP Manager, the SP will support implementation of the community development projects, the resettlement action plan (RAP) and Livelihood Restoration Programs and training-up team members. He is also expected to have expertise in supporting PAPs, agricultural organizations/groups, women and young people in the implementation and monitoring of income generating activities.
Level of studies
BAC + 3 in Agronomy, breeding, projects management or a relevant discipline, preferred.
Key responsibilities
Social performance management system :
- Ensure the implementation of EDV's social performance policies and standards by the social performance team.
- Coach and build the capacity of team members to implement the social performance management system.
- Monitor the progress of the implementation of the social performance management system especially on compensation, Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM), grievance and finds chance and provide corrective actions if necessary.
Ensure the monitoring and evaluation of project activitie :
- Propose and develop technical approaches to the implementation of activities in intervention of the program, consistent with the project document and in collaboration and close coordination with the technical coordination.
- Ensure adequate and continuous planning of activities in collaboration with technical coordination and implementing partners.
- Support the team and technical partners for the implementation of activities.
- Contribute to the development of any technical document related to the project.
Ensure the monitoring and evaluation of project activities :
- Ensure under the superintendent and Manager SP that policies and procedures are followed when implementing a compensation, land acquisition and resettlement.
- Work with SP team members and external consultants on resettlement action & livelihood restoration plans, ensuring alignment with community development; Local Mining Development Plan
Leadership Skills :
- Supervise the department when the MS Manager/Superintendent is on leave and provide support when the MS Manager/Superintendent is on site, including developing, leading, participating in and/or evaluating: Grievance management, Plans and projects for stakeholder engagement, community development, ASM, human rights management, and local procurement and employment.
- Provide feedback on stakeholder engagement plan, and train and mentor staff as necessary for implementation.
Position requirements
- At least 3 years of relevant experience at role level.
- Previous experience in managing the implementation of community development projects;
- Experience in the mining industry or extractive sector, preferred;
- Experience in managing internal teams and consultants, directly, required.
- Strong knowledge, expertise, and understanding of the application and implementation of IFC Performance Standards, required;
- Demonstrated ability to effectively scale and apply strategies to local environments and different cultures;
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities with all levels of internal and external stakeholders;