Principal Strategy

3 weeks ago

Johannesburg, South Africa De Beers Group of Companies Full time

**Company Description
- Change is the only constant. Can you help us manage the process?**

The quality and long life of our mineral assets are the foundation of Anglo American’s global business, so we are driving towards a more sustainable approach to mining.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible - from mobile phones to medicines.

Our innovation-led approach to sustainable mining - FutureSmart Mining TM - applies novel thinking and technological advances to address mining’s major challenges. We are using the latest technology and cutting-edge mining software - from spatial data visualisation to artificial intelligence - to lessen environmental impact, while also enhancing safety. Our high performing teams pursue and adopt ever safer and more responsible ways of working; constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.

Here’s an exciting opportunity to join us.

**Job Description**:

- The Principal Strategy function is responsible to set the strategic context for the Strategy office, working closely with the CEO and EXCO in providing data and recommendations directed at the achievement of our strategic goals and the change management required to drive the strategy at all levels in the organisation.

The key purpose of the **Principal Strategy is twofold**:

- Continuous evaluation of changes to the business strategy to ensure Kumba’s competitiveness and long-term viability in the global iron ore market, aligned to the broader Anglo-American strategy
- Establishment and management of a PMO office to support the successful implementation of the approved strategy

Key tasks of the **Principal Strategy **role are:

- Implementation of the defined strategy.
- Provide EXCO with visibility on the progress of strategic initiatives throughout the organisation
- Continuous evaluation of changes to the business strategy to ensure Kumba’s competitiveness and long-term viability in the global iron ore market, aligned to the broader Anglo-American strategy
- Establishment and management of a PMO office - implementation of the approved strategy and overall management of the programme
- Overseeing set up, scoping and resourcing of Strategic Initiatives
- Site engagement which includes travelling to Kumba in the Northern Cape
- Change management

**This role is in the Strategy and Business Development Department on a Band 5 level reporting to the Head Strategy and Business Development.**
- Qualifications
- Matric
- A relevant 4-year degree in Finance or Mining Engineering
- Post graduate qualification in Business Management will be a strong recommendation

**Experience**:

- Relevant experience which should include senior management
- Strategy Development including the successful management of a sub-functional team
- At least 5 years’ experience in a mining environment (or similar capital-intensive industry)

**Technical Knowledge**:

- Business Case Evaluation
- Project Portfolio Management
- Scope Management
- Project Control Management
- Data Integration
- Planning and Scheduling
- Quality Management
- Project Change Management
- Stakeholder and Communication Management
- Value Management

**Additional Information
- Who we are**

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity, and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources - diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel - our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers, and the world at large.

**What we offer**

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programs, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company - and we’re still growing all the time.

**How we are committed to your safety**

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies - from drones to data analytics - that are helping to make mining safer.

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