African Development Bank Vacancy For Chief Minerals Officer

Established in 1964, the African Development Bank (AfDB) is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 80 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries (RMC)).  The Bank’s development agenda is delivering the financial and technical support for transformative projects that will significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic growth. In order to sharply focus the objectives of the Ten Year Strategy (2013 – 2022) and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas (High 5s), all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified, namely: energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of
life for the people of Africa.

Position title: Chief Minerals Officer

Grade: PL3

Position N°: 50000964

Reference: ADB/17/542

Country: Côte d’Ivoire

THE HIRING DEPARTMENT/DIVISION

The external role of the African Natural Resources Center’s (ANRC) is to support Regional Member Countries (RMCs) improve development outcomes through effective management of natural resources wealth by delivering practical solutions on policy, legislative and investment decisions in the sector. Internally, it brings cohesion to the Bank’s strategies in natural resources sectors by providing a single lens through which the institution tackles natural resources governance.

 THE POSITION:

As part of the ANRC, Chief Minerals Officer position is responsible for designing and leading advisory programs, knowledge dissemination and managing partnerships in the mining sector.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the Division Manager for Non- renewables,  the Chief Minerals Officer will perform the following:

1.      Coordinate advisory work in the mining sector by implementing annual programs in collaboration with regional offices,

2.      Lead the provision of strategic advice on mining projects negotiations between RMCs and investors by managing training programs and sourcing expert to support RMCs,

3.      Design and supervise the work of experts providing specialist support by ensuring compliance with terms of engagement,

4.      Establish global benchmarks for extractives licensing regimes by conducting periodic case studies,

5.      Maintain a database of country profiles on policy, legal and institutional governance in the sector by conducting systematic country reviews,

6.      Benchmark policy formulation in order to assist RMCs build institutional know-how by collaborating with other Bank departments and think-tanks to set standards,

7.      Forge collaborative partnerships with donors, AUC agencies, RECs, industry and think-tanks by designing and implementing joint programs of support,

8.      Advise the Division Manager on relevant issues by contributing to the Center’s strategies and work plans,

9.      Keep abreast of international and regional conventions through self-development and networking,

10.  Manage all resources allocated through supervision of consultants and budget oversight.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

1.      Hold at least a Master’s degree in the extractives discipline, policy design or mineral resources management or related disciplines

2.      Have a minimum of seven (07) years of relevant experience, in the sector, international organizations, regulatory environment or a Think-Tank with a focus in the sector

3.     Knowledge of the extractives sector regulatory environment, regional initiatives in the sector, AU development programs and relevant protocols.

4.      Understanding of the generic mandate and functions of regulatory bodies and cadasters

5.      Practical knowledge of the structure of the sector and extractives resources value chain

6.      Practical experience and knowledge of negotiations strategies

7.      Applied knowledge of at least one of the disciplines specified under qualifications

8.      Knowledge building skills including analytics, research project design and implementation

9.      Compiling funding proposals, policy briefs and project reports

10.    Knowledge of principles of good governance as pertaining to transnational trade

11.    Ability to interact with senior officials in the public and private sector

12.    Knowledge of influencers of public policy

13.    Private sector experience is an added advantage

14.    Innovation & Creativity

15.    Communication

16.    Client Orientation

17.    Problem Solving

18.    Team working and relationships

19.    Operational Effectiveness

20.    Proven ability to build and lead a team of motivated staff, and utilize the talents and expertise of team members in a productive way

21.    Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French, preferably with a working knowledge of the other.

22.    Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)

23.    Experience in the use of SAP is advantageous.

THIS POSITION IS CLASSIFIED INTERNATIONAL STATUS AND ATTRACTS INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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 How to Apply

Interested persons should apply here

Application Deadline

The deadline for this position is  9th of February, 2018.

Good Luck!!!