Communications Manager - Denver, CO

Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com     

Requirement: Must have valid U.S. work authorization to be considered

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE OF ROLE:

To enhance and protect AngloGold Ashanti’s social license to operate in the US through proactive internal and external communication that is aligned with the company’s strategic objectives, purpose and values.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Develop and execute a proactive communications plan to present AGA and the Nevada project positively in the US and in the communities relevant to the Nevada Project.
• Create and disseminate impactful content through suitable channels that support the US communications plan, including social media.
• Develop and implement a US media engagement framework; building constructive relationships with key members of the media. Note that financial media interaction will be managed by group communications.
• Manage local media interactions, advising leadership, and preparing messaging.
• Develop and execute US BU social media plan that is aligned with the group social media plan..
• Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of US external communication initiatives.
• Monitor emerging issues that may impact the company, escalating them to group communications and BU leadership in a timely manner.
• Develop a US BU crisis communications plan, in line with the BU's broader crisis management plan and the group communications framework.
• Coordinate US BU crisis communications, providing advice to BU leadership and seeking input from group communications.
• Provide material for the suite of annual reports and the AGA website in a timely manner.
• Work with group communications to establish a US microsite, then maintain up-to-date information on the site to characterise the company in a positive light and support sustainability initiatives and recruitment.
• Coordinate and provide support for external events such as community meetings, careers fairs and expos.
• Support group communications initiatives.
• Draft and distribute US BU internal messages through appropriate channels.
• Collaborate with the group communications colleagues to share information and ideas.
• Provide communications support to US BU leadership and functions.
• Participate in and contribute to communications community of practice.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to develop communications content.
• Deadline driven with attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of social media channels including LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
• High level of interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships. 

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience with qualifications in journalism or communication.

REQUIRED GENERAL KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated experience as a journalist and/or in an external communications role is desirable. 
• A comprehensive understanding of mining and exploration, ideally through direct experience in the sector.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5pm. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. As per operational requirements.

COMPENSATION:

Base Salary Range $145,000-$155,000

BENEFITS: Bonus Program, Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx Insurance, Flexible Spending401(k) and 401(k) matching, Employee Assistance, Disability insurance, Paid time off, Holidays.

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

Reg No: 1944/017354/06     

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