Senior Socio-Economic Officer

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Senior Socio-Economic Officer, D1

Seriti, New Denmark Colliery, Mpumalanga

Internal & External

Ref no: NDC072/26GS

Closing date: 10 August 2026

The role

The role is responsible for the retention of the mine Social License to operate through the alignment of Social Performance strategy objectives. The strategy includes effective implementation of the Social Performance standards and governance, identification and implementation of sustainable Socio-Economic Development (SED) initiatives and maintaining good stakeholder relations.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to

Social Performance: Governance and Standards
Implement, monitor and communicate the Seriti Social Way
Identify, communicate and monitor the mine social risks, Voluntary Principles and Human Rights risks.
Plan and implement Socio Economic Assessment (SEAT)
Communicate and lead the development of the Mine Social Performance strategy in line with the Life of Mine
Develop, communicate, monitor and review the Social Management Plan (SMP) on an annual basis
Establish and communicate the mine social Commitment register
Ensure the communities neighbouring the mine are incorporated into the Emergency Preparedness Plan
Lead the development and implementation on the mine social closure strategy
Implement Social Incident management procedure
Socio-Economic Benefit Delivery
Oversee the Social and Labour Plan for the Operation
Responsible for the drafting, implementing and monitoring of the SLP and reporting to the DMRE
Identify, implement and monitor LED projects in line with BU focus areas and government development priorities.
Report on implementation and sustainability of projects at Local Economic Development Forums
Administer CSI funding: Communicate the CSI policy and guidelines, monitor and report on CSI spend
Stakeholder Relations
Develop and implement Stakeholder Engagement Plans in accordance with SEAT
Build and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships that builds support for the Operation
Establish Community Consultative Forums where they do not exist and ensure the effectiveness of existing forums, represent Seriti Power at community and Municipal Forums and other events

Requirements

Degree Social Science or related studies or National Diploma in Development Studies
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in Community Development or a similar role in a socio/economic development field
Extensive experience in socio-economic development and stakeholder engagement
Experience in Project Management
Solid knowledge of relevant legislation, including MPRDA, MHSA, BBBEE Act and NEMA and BBBEE Code of Good Practices and Mining Charter
Knowledge of corporate governance, governmental protocols
Track record of community projects
Communication skills (written and verbal)
Networking and influencing skills
Computer literate (MS Office, Enablon etc)
Valid driver’s license
In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

Advantageous

Post Graduate Degree
Experience in mining industry
Project Management qualification
Management Development Program or equivalent
Knowledge of Seriti Coal policies, procedures, standards and systems and in-depth knowledge of policies relating to Community Development

Please note

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Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets
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