Keegan Resources (Ghana) Ltd. is a fully-owned subsidiary of Asanko Gold Inc., a company in the process of developing into the next major gold producer in Ghana. The vision of Asanko is to become a mid-tier gold mining company that maximizes value for a/I stakeholders over the medium term

Job Summary

•   Provide technical inputs in the formulation and regular review of training and development policies and procedures;
•   Monitor application of training and development policies to ensure they are applied fairly and consistently throughout the operations.
•   Implement and help improve a talent management system for the company to ensure pipeline availability of skills;              •   Work with line managers on career development programs for key staff and follow up regularly to ensure that such programs are on track.
•   Develop and implement a system for evaluating the effectiveness of training and development programs;
•   Assist in job redesign and targeted organisation development actions;
•   Identify and propose management development programs that can support the agreed capability development strategy;
•   Work with line managers to identify gaps in employee capabilities and propose training programs to help    lose these capability gaps;
•   Design and facilitate training sessions as and when necessary,
•   Apply the performance management system to ensure its efficient and consistent use and coach line managers in how to apply in their areas;
•   Prepare and execute annual training budgets;
•   Prepare, coordinate and deliver selected training programs on site

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in HRM/HRD or relevant Social Science Certificate;
•   A minimum of 6 years working experience in similar position, 2 of which must be in managerial position; Experience in the gold mining industry is an added advantage;
•   Ability to design and facilitate training events and organize programmes:
•   Ability to prepare training budgets and monitor their execution;
•   Excellent coaching and mentoring experience,
•   Very good knowledge of HRD systems and principles:
•   Organisational development experience with good presentation skills;
•   Ability to design HRD systems e.g. training needs identification, training evaluation, career development,
•   Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Power Point, Audio Visuals/digital projectors);
•   Well-developed oral and written communication skills and ability to interact with people of diverse cultures and levels:
•   A valid and current light duty vehicle license and proficiency in driving light vehicles

Location: Esaase

How To Apply For The Job

Eligible candidates selected after the interview process will be evaluated for suitability in terms of behavioural characteristics, organisation fit, the capability to work with the relevant complexity of work and to establish and maintain a positive and engaging culture with all stakeholders.

Suitably qualified persons with the requirements stated above should submit applications together with detailed curriculum vitae and proof of qualifications to:

Unit Manager - HR & Administration
Keegan Resources (Ghana) Ltd.
No. 4, Sir Arku Korsah Road
Airport Residential Area
P. O. Box CT 6153, Accra-Ghana

or

email: applicants@asanko.com

Closing Date: 02 July, 2014