Mining Expert job at Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives/COMESA

A. JOB PURPOSE

To provide technical and economic expertise to formulate a strategic vision for the mining sector and mineral processing in the COMESA region and implement the related strategic vision, economic policies for value addition, activities and potential pilot projects across member states as well as play a critical role in enhancing sustainable mining practices, fostering regional cooperation, and promoting the socio- economic benefits of the mining sector.

B. MAIN DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Agriculture and Industry and the overall supervision of the Assistant Secretary General (Programmes), the incumbent of the post will perform the following duties:

• Advice on the formulation of regional mining and mineral beneficiation vision, strategies, and policies;
• Design a mining development strategy that maximizes the benefits of large-scale extraction and beneficiation, generating maximum benefits for the region, in a sustainable manner and in coexistence with a strengthened artisanal mining industry capable of generating benefits for a large number of populations, while controlling environmental impacts;
• Support member states in aligning national mining strategies with regional goals and international standards;
• Assist in the identification and assessment of critical mineral resources across member states;
• Provide technical expertise on sustainable mining exploration, extraction, refining and transformation to enhance value addition;
• Promote environmentally friendly and socially responsible mining practices;
• Design and implement training programs for stakeholders in the mining sector, including government officials and private sector actors;
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices among COMESA member states;
• Develop strategies to improve downstream links with other sectors to maximize socio- economic benefits;
• Provide technical advice on creating an enabling environment for private sector participation;
• Conduct and coordinate research on mineral resource potential, mining technologies, and market trends;
• Support innovation in mineral processing and value chain development;
• Facilitate collaboration and partnerships among member states to address cross- cutting mining challenges;
• Representing COMESA in regional and international forums related to mining and natural resources management; and
• Performs any other duties assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

C. MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Chemical Processes Engineering, Mining Engineering, Geophysics Engineering, Mineral Economics, or a related field;
• A PhD in any of the above fields will be an added advantage.

D. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Minimum of eight (8) years of professional experience in the upstream value chain of mining sector and mineral processing, with a focus on economic policy, technical advisory, or project management.

E. SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Specialized knowledge in any of the following areas:

• Proven expertise in sustainable mining practices and mineral resource management;
• Familiarity with emerging technologies in mining and mineral processing;
• Knowledge of COMESA member states' mining sectors and regulatory frameworks;
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills;
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities;

• Advice on the formulation of regional mining and mineral beneficiation vision, strategies, and policies;
• Design a mining development strategy that maximizes the benefits of large-scale extraction and beneficiation, generating maximum benefits for the region, in a sustainable manner and in coexistence with a strengthened artisanal mining industry capable of generating benefits for a large number of populations, while controlling environmental impacts;
• Support member states in aligning national mining strategies with regional goals and international standards;
• Assist in the identification and assessment of critical mineral resources across member states;
• Provide technical expertise on sustainable mining exploration, extraction, refining and transformation to enhance value addition;
• Promote environmentally friendly and socially responsible mining practices;
• Design and implement training programs for stakeholders in the mining sector, including government officials and private sector actors;
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices among COMESA member states;
• Develop strategies to improve downstream links with other sectors to maximize socio- economic benefits;
• Provide technical advice on creating an enabling environment for private sector participation;
• Conduct and coordinate research on mineral resource potential, mining technologies, and market trends;
• Support innovation in mineral processing and value chain development;
• Facilitate collaboration and partnerships among member states to address cross- cutting mining challenges;
• Representing COMESA in regional and international forums related to mining and natural resources management; and
• Performs any other duties assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

• Proven expertise in sustainable mining practices and mineral resource management;
• Familiarity with emerging technologies in mining and mineral processing;
• Knowledge of COMESA member states' mining sectors and regulatory frameworks;
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills;
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities;

• Master's degree in Chemical Processes Engineering, Mining Engineering, Geophysics Engineering, Mineral Economics, or a related field;
• A PhD in any of the above fields will be an added advantage.