Principal Socio-Economic Development - South32, Richards Bay at South32

POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• To coordinate, facilitate and support the delivery of South32 Hillside Aluminium Community Development Strategy.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will have Degree/BTECH/National Diploma in Social Sciences/ Economics/ Development studies with 5 years’ experience in a Senior Socio Economic role;
• Track record of local and regional partnership development is essential;
• Public Speaking and stakeholder skills are essential;
• Thorough understanding of legislation and policies relating to transformation is essential;
• Sound understanding of Government structures and workings on a provincial and local level is essential;
• Ability to interlace will internal and external stakeholders is essential;
• In-depth knowledge of how community projects are delivered from study to execution phase is essential;
• In depth knowledge and experience in impact measurement of community projects is essential;
• Business/Project Management qualification is advantageous.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Strategic development of the Hillside Aluminium social investment plan in line with the business plan, and Municipal IDP’s;
• Support engagements with key Government departments and community organisations to enhance and protect the company's brand;
• Monitor community and political developments, events and activities that may impact the operation and develop mitigation plans;
• Execute social development projects on time, budget, including adhering to required governance structures;
• Adhere to all compliance requirements as part of internal project management processes;
• Monitor and evaluate projects as per South32’s Community Standard and report outcomes on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis;
• Ensure adequate communication of, and impact and outcome measurements of community projects;
• Provide input into sustainability strategies related to social development and social license to operate, and work to ensure operational management of environmental impacts and consideration of social impacts and opportunities for communities in closure planning;
• Participate and contribute to the reputational support of the Operation and offer advice where necessary engagements.

Applications close 23 June 2023