• Creation of formal structures and entities with which the STAG project and AGC Burkina Faso can interact
• Contribution to trainings, capacity building, resource development, tools, information and technical support for the implementation of an improvement plan in accordance with the CRAFT CODE & OECD ANNEX II Risks as well as any other AGC Burkina Faso needs
• Establishment of a secure formal transport system for gold moving from the field to Ouagadougou
• Close collaboration with the local ANEEMAS office to enhance the formalization of the project sites
• Production of high-quality reports
• Active participation in meetings and activities with other STAG employees and other AGC employees in order to participate holistically to the overall team and to support each other and create synergies where possible
• Help to develop and foster an organizational culture for AGC Burkina that attracts, retains, and motivates staff; provide leadership to staff, volunteers and partners and ensure a common vision and sense of purpose under which individuals constantly seek to learn, improve their own performance and the performance of the organization
• Refine operational systems and policies to ensure organizational and regulatory compliance and effectiveness in general for AGC Burkina Faso
• Represent AGC and act as spokesperson at public functions, meetings and to the media if and as needed
REPORTING
Regular communication will be established between the Formalization & Trade Officer and the Project Manager and, as appropriate, other AGC staff to ensure that activities are undertaken satisfactorily, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
On a quarterly basis, the Formalization & Trade Officer shall generate and present a detailed progress report to the Project Manager, highlighting the opportunities and challenges encountered during the last three months. Additional reports may be required upon request.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES Ideally, the candidate will have/be:
• Master’s degree or PhD in mining related business development, corporate social responsibility, international development or related field
• Familiarity with the artisanal and small-scale gold mining sector, especially formal and informal supply chains
• Significant field experience on artisanal and small-scale mining sites with community-related work
• Experience with gold collectors in Burkina Faso and familiarity with their formal and informal trading strategies
• Experience and familiarity with scientific principles involved in gold including general scientific and numerical principles and a high degree of numerical literacy
• Experience with trading companies, in particular their transport systems from the mine sites to the capital
• Experience with ANEEMAS and other government organs, their general governance approach as well as the work of national and local government officials
• Familiarity with the legislative commercialization framework
• Knowledge of corporate business strategies and governance structures
• Excellent written and oral communications skills and demeanor
• Able to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders from miners to government officials, as well as the ability to concisely present project and activity progress
• Strong commitment to and experience in developing effective relationships with key stakeholders and diverse teams
• Self-motivated, able to prioritize, and work with minimal guidance
• Some experience and a strong interest in economic and social development and experience working with the international community
• Able to work in Ouagadougou with frequent travels to the field
LANGUAGE
Fluency in written and spoken French is essential as well as proficiency or good operational knowledge of English. Knowledge of local languages, especially Dagara and Dioula, are an asset.
HOW TO APPLY
Expressions of interest in the position should clearly demonstrate how the candidate meets the criteria, be submitted in English and include a CV, cover letter and salary expectations. The position will remain open until a candidate is selected. Applications should be directed to careers@artisanalgold.org and abugmann@artisanalgold.org
Job Email id: careers(at)artisanalgold.org