Employment Type: Full time
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Mining, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. An advanced degree is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the mining and processing sector, with specific knowledge of the AGLR cassiterite market.
- Fluency in Kinyarwanda and English is required; knowledge of French is an added advantage.
- Leadership and Strategic Management
- Proven ability to lead and inspire a diverse team, developing and executing strategies that align with the company’s goals.
- Experience in high-level decision-making that affects overall company performance and growth.
- Minerals Sector-Specific Expertise
- In-depth knowledge of the 3T (tin, tantalum, tungsten) sector, including mining, sourcing, processing, and market dynamics.
- Proven experience in managing the complete supply chain and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
- Supply Chain and Traceability Schemes
- Expertise in implementing and managing traceability schemes that ensure ethical sourcing per the ICGLR protocols and international standards.
- Ability to monitor supplier performance and ensure transparency throughout the supply chain.
- Knowledge of Rwandan and Regional Legislation
- Comprehensive understanding of Rwandan and regional sector regulations and guidelines.
- Ability to ensure legal compliance while maintaining strong ties with regulatory authorities.
- Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and profitability management.
- Understanding of corporate governance and experience in managing financial risks in the mining and processing industries.
- Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks in mining operations and fluctuating market conditions.
- Knowledge of international environmental and safety standards to ensure compliance.
- Experience overseeing operational processes from procurement to product delivery, focusing on process optimisation and cost reduction.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills for engaging with government bodies, suppliers, buyers, and local communities.
- Ability to build strong partnerships with key stakeholders in the mining and metallurgical sectors.
- Fluency in Kinyarwanda and English is essential; knowledge of French or other regional languages is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills, capable of addressing challenges in operations, market shifts, and regulatory compliance.
- Proven ability to make effective decisions in a dynamic and high-pressure environment.
- Commitment to driving innovation and sustainability in mining and processing operations.
- Experience in implementing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives to support long-term business sustainability.
Key areas of responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and direction to the company to achieve its mission and business goals.
- Oversee and manage day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, customers, and stakeholders, ensuring the highest levels of integrity and quality in our supply chain.
- Ensure compliance with Rwandan and regional mining, processing, and environmental legislation.
- Implement traceability schemes and promote best practices in ethical sourcing of cassiterite and tin.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications, including a cover letter, detailed CV, and references, to LuNa Smelter HR Department via e-mail: hr@lunasmelter.com and to Ms. Prisca Tayebwa prisca.tayebwa@lunasmelter.com not later than October 20, 2024
Email subject: Must clearly state the “job title” you are applying for.
CV Naming: Your CV name must bear both your first and second names respectively.
Your job application and it’s attachments MUST be scanned as one single PDF document for easy download and analysis of applications
Only online applications will be received on the above mentioned e-mail.
LuNa Smelter Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
No hardcopy of applications will be received.
Note: These positions are open locally. All candidates applying for this position will be selected on merit and only those short listed will be invited for interviews.
By submitting your application, you consent to LuNa Smelter Ltd. collecting, processing, and storing your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws and regulations, including but not limited to Rwanda’s Law N° 058/2021 on the Protection of Personal Data and Privacy. The information in your application will be used for recruitment purposes only and treated with strict confidentiality.
Your data will be stored securely and will not be shared with third parties without your explicit consent, except as required by law. We will retain your personal data only for the duration of the recruitment process or as otherwise required by applicable laws. If you wish to access, modify, or delete your personal data, or withdraw your consent for its processing, please get in touch with us at the email address: office@lunasmelter.com
