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

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

AngloGold Ashanti North America Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.