Keegan Resources (Ghana) Ltd, is now recruiting for an experienced Manager - Organizational Capability to lead the HR function at its flagship Esaase Gold Project in transitioning through development and steady-state operation. Reporting to the General Manager, this senior leadership role will require the successful candidate to develop and implement HR strategies and programs around successful placement, succession planning and operational skills & management development. The successful candidate will actively work with the site management team to identify, attract, develop and retain the skills sets and the HR capacity required for the success of high performance organization.

This is a challenging and professionally rewarding opportunity that will allow successful candidate to really make His/Her mark. Success in this role will be measured by the best practice systems and programs introduced and their overall effectiveness. The successful applicant will have the support of the General Manager and the entire management team to achieve the performance goal(s) of the role.

This is a permanent position with a competitive work roster resident in a single status camp environment. The Esaase Camp facilities include fully serviced air-conditioned rooms, laundry service, wet mess, sporting facilities (gym, volleyball/basketball and pool tables) and Wi-Fi access. Remuneration package includes attractive salary and performance based incentive payments.

Qualification Required & Experience

This is an excellent opportunity for an experieced Manager to put their stamp on what is effectively a greenfield operation. Having worked in a comparable environment, you will bring a wealth of experience in implementing integrated organisational capability systems and programs. The following minimum qualification and experience will be required:-

•   Bachelor Degree in Behavioural and Social Sciences (e.g Psychology, Sociology, etc.) from a reputable institution
•   Minimum of eight (8) years post qualification work experience in Human Resources Management field. Experience within the Mining Industry is an added advantage
•   Must be converstant with the labour laws of the Republic of Ghana and be able to interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations relative to the work situation
•   Experience in Technical, Non-Technical Training and Supervisory and Managerial Development
•   Managerial leadership experience and administration of the Human Resources Function
•   Should be collaborative by nature and can successfully engage and influence key stakeholders
•   A strong desire to coach and develop others and to enhance localisation by sharing skills and knowledge
•   Fluency in English is highly desirable

Selection Process

Eligible candidates selected after the interview process will be evaluated for suitability through profiling of their behavioural characteristics to assess their organisational fitness in terms of Asanko's values and culture. The company recommends processes such as Belbin's team role mapping to assess the individual's tendency to behave, contribute and interrelate with others in the workplace will be used to determine suitability. Other processes will be used to assess suitability in fitting in with the high performanec organisational culture aspects such as:

•   Productive work relations (an approach to establish and maintain conditions to foster high engagement and commitment).
•   Positive and engaging culture (an approach to establish and maintain conditions to foster high engagement and commitment).

In addition to suitability, the capability of candidates will be assessed in terms of candidates ability to handle the current level of work complexity an the greater complexity demanded of higher managerial positions in their future working career in the parent company.

When candidate have the cognitive ability to handle complexity - now and in the future, all training and development efforts will be supportive of their career growth. Processes like the Career Growth Review (CGR) or Career Path Appreciation (CPA) results will be used in assessing the individual's ability to handle managerial complexity now and in future

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Suitably qualified persons with the requirements state above and who are interested in the selection process outlined should submit applications together with detailed curriculum vitae and proof of qualifications to:-

The General Manager - Operations
Keegan Resources (Ghana) Ltd.
Esaase Gold Project,
No. 4 Sir Arku Korash Road, Airport Residential Area,
P.O.Box CT 6153
Accra-Ghana

Or email:

applicants@asanko.com

Closing Date: 17 July, 2013