Job Description

When applying, please submit a PDF version of your CV together with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of your ID, Drivers and qualifications.Community Officer, C4Seriti, New Denmark Colliery, MpumalangaInternal & ExternalRef no: SON_NDC032/24GSClosing date: 08 May 2024The role:The purpose of this role is to assist with the implementation and delivery of the company social performance strategy and performance standards whilst ensuring the maintenance of the operations social license to operate.Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Coordinate community forums and represent the operation
• Collate information from business partners
• Update and monitor the targets
• Monitor implementation of LED projects
• Ensure that the progress of projects is communicated to all relevant stakeholders
• Identify, communicate, and monitor the mine social risks, Voluntary Principles and Human Rights risks
• Manage satisfactory close out of community complaints at the operation
• Assist with the planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating of activities of the community development programs
• Assist with the review and administration of CSI requests, site visits to confirm CSI requests and needs, submission and reporting to the CSI Governance Committee
• Community development administrative support: Scheduling meetings, process invoices, orders, and other administrative duties to support the team
• Assist in embedding Seriti Brand and vision in the community
• Assist in the coordination and submission of stakeholder engagement reports, commitment registers and other related community development reports as and when required
• Participate in all internal and external regularity inspections and audits relating to community / enterprise development
• Assist in the implementation and coordination of Social Labour Plan (SLP) Commitments
• Coordinate the Future Forums with all relevant stakeholders
• Manage complaints and resolve conflict within the communities / stakeholders
• Identify community development training and mentorship needs
• Liaise with stakeholders to carry out community projects

• Advanced Certificate or Diploma in Social Sciences, Public Relations (NQF Level 6)
• Minimum 1 year experience in Community Development or a similar role in social performance field
• Experience in dealing with communities
• Thorough understanding of local communities
• Basic knowledge of mining and other relevant legislation applicable to mining
• Understanding of mining industry and internal and external stakeholders or key role players
• Basic knowledge of the BBBEE Code of Good Practices and Mining Charter
• Good knowledge of community structures
• Knowledge of Policies relating to social performance, DMR reports formats, local development plans & integrated development plans, SLP and existing community engagement plans and corporate governance
• Valid drivers license
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

• Experience in the mining industry

• Please use Google Chrome as default browser when applying to enable the attachment of documents
• A CV with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of relevant qualifications, together with ID document & valid drivers license must be accompanied with your application
• Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets
• All applicants are thanked for their interest
• Applications which have not been responded to within 30 days of closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful
• Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only

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