Operations Directorate Opportunities

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer

Units Managed:

• Exports

• Responsible Sourcing

• Downstream Trade desk

• Upstream Trade Desk

Job Summary: Oversees gold trade activities across the upstream, downstream, and export markets, ensuring efficient sourcing, ethical procurement, and seamless trade facilitation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to optimise domestic and international market access and enhance trading mechanisms.

• Collaborate with the Bank of Ghana, Ministry of Finance, and financial institutions to secure trade financing, ensuring adequate liquidity to sustain gold acquisition at all trade points.

• Design and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) for aggregators and traders, setting benchmarks that drive ethical sourcing, trade efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

• Facilitate seamless gold export operations, ensuring compliance and market competitiveness.

• Establish and enforce downstream gold pricing frameworks that reflect global benchmarks while protecting local market competitiveness.

• Work with Compliance, Risk, and Finance teams to enforce anti-money laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), and responsible trade policies, ensuring regulatory adherence.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• Master’s degree in Finance, Strategic Management, International Business, or related field and member of a relevant professional body.

• Minimum of twelve (12) years’ experience in managing gold trade operations, mining sector commerce, commodities marketing, with at least five (5) years in a senior role.

• Extensive experience in gold trading or commodities trading, particularly in international markets.

• Strong understanding of gold market dynamics, sourcing, and export procedures.

• Knowledge of supply chain dynamics, responsible sourcing standards, and financial instruments for trade financing.

• Proven ability to develop and implement trade strategies and Optimise market access.

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.

• Knowledge of blockchain integration into supply chain.

• High ethical standards.

Reports To: Director, Operations

Job Summary: Lead domestic gold trade operations, ensuring an efficient, transparent, and regulated marketplace, while promoting value addition and implementing robust market intelligence and risk management strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee trade acquisition SOPs that align with international best practices, ensuring structured, transparent, and accountable gold transactions.

• Design and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) for aggregators and traders, setting benchmarks that drive ethical sourcing, trade efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

• Oversee the facilitation of local gold sales, promoting value addition through refining and fabrication.

• Lead the daily pricing strategy for the organisation, ensuring competitive, transparent, and stable gold pricing structures at all levels of the acquisition channel.

• Conduct market analysis to identify trends and opportunities that can inform trade strategies.

• Stay updated on regulatory changes and ensure the trade desk operates within legal frameworks.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field.

• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in the financial or commodities sector, with at least four (4) years in a senior role.

• Familiarity with relevant regulatory frameworks governing gold and precious metal trading.

• Experience in gold trading or commodities trading, particularly in international markets.

• Expertise in downstream gold sales, trade financing, and client portfolio management.

• Proven leadership skills with experience in managing trade desk operations.

• Ability to analyse market data and make informed decisions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• High ethical standards.

Reports To: Unit Head, Downstream Trade Desk

Job Summary: Responsible for trader engagement, pricing execution, transaction monitoring, trade documentation, and operational reporting, contributing to a structured, transparent, and efficient gold acquisition process.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing the execution of downstream trades, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established protocols.

• Conduct due diligence checks on trade transactions, working with Compliance and Finance teams to prevent fraud, under-invoicing, and market manipulation.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with traders, aggregators, and financial institutions to facilitate efficient trade operations.

• Act as a liaison between traders and internal units such as the Assaying & Exports Unit to streamline processes.

• Analyse market data to support the development of market intelligence frameworks.

• Prepare operational reports on domestic gold trade activities for senior management review.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, or related field and a member of a professional body.

• Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in gold trading, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory role.

• Experience in gold or commodities trading.

• Understanding of local market dynamics and regulatory frameworks.

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.

• Familiarity with international gold trade platforms, trading software, and reporting standards.

• Strong analytical and data management skills.

• High ethical standards.

Reports To: Director, Operations

Job Summary: Oversees gold supply management, pricing strategies, contract execution, and regulatory compliance while driving strategic engagements with financial institutions, regulatory bodies, and market participants to enhance Ghana’s gold trade ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for upstream gold trade, ensuring alignment with international best practices and regulatory requirements.

• Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess the performance of off-takers and refineries, ensuring compliance with the organisation’s contractual and market expectations.

• Develop dynamic pricing structures that reflect global benchmark prices, optimising revenue while minimising discount losses in international markets.

• Conduct ongoing analysis of international offtake discounts, advising management on strategic pricing decisions to maximise foreign exchange earnings.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Commerce, or related field and a member of a professional body.

• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in upstream gold trade or the mining sector, with at least four (4) years in a senior role.

• Expertise in artisanal and industrial gold sourcing, pricing structures, and supply chain management.

• ​Experience in gold or commodity trading 

• Knowledge of OECD Due Diligence, KYC processes, and supplier risk assessments.

• Knowledge of trade financing mechanisms.

• Strong analytical and data management skills.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• High ethical standards.

Reports To: Unit Head, Upstream Trade Desk

Job Summary: Lead the daily coordination of upstream trade activities, ensuring smooth transactions with off-takers and refineries.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor the gold export pipeline, working closely with internal teams to ensure timely sales, documentation, and logistics.

• Collaborate with the Downstream Trade Desk to balance domestic market demand with international offtake commitments.

• Supervise due diligence checks on off-takers and refineries, ensuring compliance with OECD Due Diligence Guidance and AML

• Handle communication with mining operators, traders, and other stakeholders

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Commerce, or related field.

• Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in upstream gold trade or the mining sector, with at least two (2) years in a senior role.

• Understanding of mining operations and precious minerals trade.

• Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance requirements

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficiency in data entry and management.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• High level of integrity

Reports To: Unit Head, Upstream Trade Desk

Job Summary: Assist in upstream trade activities, ensuring smooth transactions with off-takers and refineries.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with gold export sales, documentation, and logistics.

• Assist in communicating with mining operators, traders, and other stakeholders

• Track global refinery charges and terms, providing recommendations for cost optimisation and trade efficiency.

• Prepare daily and weekly pricing reports, ensuring the organisation remains competitive in international markets.

• Assist with due diligence checks on off-takers and refineries, ensuring compliance with OECD Due Diligence Guidance, AML, and gold traceability standards.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Commerce, or related field.

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in upstream gold trade or the mining sector.

• Knowledge of artisanal and industrial gold sourcing, pricing structures, and supply chain management.

• Knowledge of OECD Due Diligence, KYC processes, and supplier risk assessments.

• Knowledge of trade financing mechanisms.

• Excellent analytical and data management skills.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• High ethical standards.

Reports To: Director, Operations

Job Summary: Oversee traceability mechanisms, conduct risk assessments, and implement sourcing protocols that mitigate illicit trade and environmental harm.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of comprehensive responsible sourcing frameworks that align with international best practices and ethical standards.

• Manage gold traceability systems, implementing advanced blockchain-based tracking, digital certification, and mine-to-market verification mechanisms to prevent illicit trade, enhance regulatory reporting, and strengthen supply chain transparency.

• Develop, implement, and continuously enhance responsible sourcing policies, ensuring strict adherence to the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) as amended (Act 995), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, and OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains.

• Spearhead innovation in responsible gold sourcing, evaluating and implementing cutting-edge technologies such as AI-powered supply chain analytics.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in Sustainable Development, Supply Chain Management, or related field.

• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in responsible sourcing, supply chain management, and mining governance, with at least four (4) years in a senior role.

• Very strong knowledge of blockchain technology for traceability.

• Knowledge of OECD Due Diligence, LBMA standards, and conflict-free sourcing protocols.

• Proficiency in supplier verification, traceability systems, and blockchain-enabled sourcing platforms.

• Proven ability to develop and implement ethical sourcing policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of gold mining practices and the gold supply chain.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• High ethical standards.

Reports To: Unit Head, Responsible Sourcing & Traceability

Job Summary:  Provide support to the Unit Head in the implementation of responsible sourcing and traceability frameworks within the precious minerals sector, ensuring ethical practices and compliance throughout the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of traceability systems, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.

• Conduct in-depth due diligence on supply chain partners, assessing compliance with OECD Due Diligence Guidance, the Kimberley Process, LBMA Responsible Gold Guidance, and Ghana’s regulatory framework.

• Supervise the monitoring of compliance with responsible sourcing standards and assist in the preparation of reports.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to responsible sourcing and traceability activities.

• Assist in the development and continuous improvement of responsible sourcing policies, covering key areas such as human rights, environmental compliance, anti-money laundering (AML), and conflict-free gold procurement.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, or related field.

• Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in sourcing, traceability using blockchain technology, with at least two (2) years in a senior role.

• Strong understanding of responsible sourcing standards, including OECD Due Diligence Guidance and LBMA requirements.

• Knowledge of blockchain technology.

• Strong data management and analytical skills.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.

• High ethical standards.

Reports To: Principal Officer, Responsible Sourcing & Traceability

Job Summary: Responsible for tracking the source of precious minerals and ensuring compliance with sourcing policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and analyse sourcing data to improve transparency

• Perform traceability-related activities, verifying precious minerals deliveries, and ensuring accurate data entry

• Use digital tools for traceability, such as blockchain or specialized software.

• Participate in the analysis of traceability data and share results with the supervisor

• Support the review of supplier information for compliance with responsible sourcing standards.

• Assist in monitoring compliance with responsible sourcing regulations and industry best practices.

• Assist in communicating with suppliers and other stakeholders regarding responsible sourcing requirements.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, or related field.

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in sourcing, traceability using blockchain technology.

• Understanding of responsible sourcing and traceability principles

• Knowledge of responsible sourcing standards, including OECD Due Diligence Guidance and LBMA requirements.

• Knowledge of blockchain technology.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting

• High ethical standards.

Reports To: Director, Operations

Job Summary: Responsible for overseeing the end-to-end export process, from documentation and customs clearance to logistics and market engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and updates on export performance, market dynamics, and regulatory compliance.

• Support the development and execution of the organisation’s export strategy, ensuring efficiency, regulatory compliance, and competitive positioning in international gold markets.

• Manage logistics and engage with international markets to facilitate efficient gold exports.

• Ensure all export activities comply with national and international regulations and trade standards.

• Monitor global gold markets, geopolitical risks, and regulatory developments, providing strategic insights to inform export pricing, hedging strategies, and risk mitigation measures.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in International Trade, Shipping & Logistics, or related field.

• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in logistics or export operations, with at least four (4) years in a senior role.

• Strong understanding of international trade regulations, customs procedures, and logistics.

• Proven ability to manage export documentation and compliance.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.

• Experience in collaborating with technical teams to ensure product quality and certification.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Knowledge of international gold market dynamics.

• Knowledge of export finance and risk management.

Reports To: Unit Head, Export

Job Summary: Supports the management of gold export operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and facilitating efficient trade processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process all necessary export documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Assist in coordinating customs clearance procedures and resolving any related issues.

• Support the coordination of logistics for gold exports, including shipping and transportation.

• Assist in ensuring compliance with national and international export regulations and standards.

• Maintain accurate records of export activities and assist in preparing reports.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Shipping & Logistics or related field.

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in logistics or export operations.

• Understanding of export and customs procedures and regulations.

• Experience with export documentation.

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficiency in data entry and management.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• High ethical standards.