Job Vacancy For Director, Mining Support Services

We are a state institution within Ghana’s precious mineral trade sector, mandated to oversee, regulate, and undertake the trading, assay and export of gold, promote value addition to the country's gold resources, support the accumulation of gold reserves, and generate foreign exchange for the country.





As a dynamic and forward-looking public entity specialising in gold and other precious mineral operations, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusive growth in line with national priorities.





If you are passionate about contributing to the transformation of Ghana’s precious mineral trading sector and are seeking a challenging yet rewarding career, we invite you to explore the following opportunities across our operational functions.





Title: Director, Mining Support Services


Reports To: Chief Executive Officer





Units Managed:





• Mining Support


• Environmental, Social and Governance





Job Summary: Leads the strategic oversight of the organisation’s capacity-building initiatives, environmental restoration, and technical support services for the gold sector.





Key Responsibilities:





• Develop and oversee sustainability strategies, promoting ethical mining, environmental responsibility, and governance excellence in Ghana’s gold sector.


• Lead mining support initiatives, providing technical assistance, regulatory guidance, and training programmes for industry players.


• Engage with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders, shaping policies that enhance responsible mining and sustainable development.


• Supervise ESG initiatives, integrating environmental, social, and governance best practices into the organisation’s operations.


• Champion environmental conservation and social responsibility, ensuring compliance with national and international frameworks.


• Monitor and mitigate risks in mining operations, implementing strategies that promote safe and sustainable practices.





Qualification Required & Experience





Skills and Qualification Requirements:





• Master’s degree in Sustainability, Governance, Environmental Science, Mining Management/, Mining Engineering or a related field.


• Minimum of 12 years’ experience in ESG, mining operations, or industry support services, with at least years in senior leadership, with at least 4 years in a senior role


• Ethical and sustainability-driven, committed to responsible mining and social impact.


• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills for addressing ESG risks and challenges.


• Strong communicator with the ability to influence policy and drive industry-wide improvements.


• Resilient and adaptable in managing evolving regulatory and environmental conditions.


• Collaborative leader who fosters cross-sector partnerships and innovation in ESG practices.





Location: Accra