Employment Opportunity at Asanko Gold Ghana Ltd
POSITION: Senior Contracts Officer
Company Profile
Galiano Gold Inc. is a mining company that is dual-listed (NYSE: TSX) and specializes in exploration, development, and operational activities. Its subsidiary, Asanko Gold Ghana Ltd, is a multi-pit mining operation situated on the Asankrangwa Gold Belt, equipped with a 5.5Mtpa processing facility that has potential for expansion.
Position Summary
Asanko Gold Ghana Ltd is looking for a legally qualified individual to become part of our dynamic team in the Finance Department for the role of Senior Contracts Officer.
Main Duties:
- Create, examine, and negotiate agreements (RFPs, RFQs, vendor contracts, and service-level agreements) to guarantee legal validity and consistency with company goals.
- Guarantee adherence to Ghanaian mining regulations, local content legislation, and corporate governance policies to reduce risks and enhance contractual results for our mining activities.
- Oversee the management of the contract lifecycle, encompassing risk evaluation, performance tracking (SLAs/KPIs), and resolving disputes.
- Guide internal stakeholders regarding contractual responsibilities, liabilities, and strategies for mitigation.
- Oversee tender operations, including the creation of bid documents, assessing proposals, and suggesting awards.
- Manage contract administration, such as invoicing, claims, renewals, and terminations.
- Keep a centralized contract registry and offer executive reports on risks, expirations, and financial effects.
Reasons to Apply
- Significant role: Direct effect on operational effectiveness and risk mitigation.
- Appealing compensation: Competitive wages and benefits package.
- Expansion prospect: Engage in a vibrant, results-focused global mining setting.
Required Skills or Experience
- Degree in Law (LLB) and Bar accreditation (BL) or Bachelor’s in Commercial Law, Business Administration (Legal Emphasis), or similar area.
- Over 5 years of experience in contract law, procurement, or corporate legal consulting, ideally within the mining or a related sector.
- Should exhibit a solid background in contract management with proficiency to supervise procurement, tendering, and vendor contracts.
- Demonstrated skill in drafting contracts, negotiating, and ensuring compliance.
- Knowledge of Ghanaian mining regulations and laws regarding local content (e.g., GIAMA).
Desired:
- Certification in contract administration (CIPS, CPSM) or supply chain legislation.
- Familiarity with ERP software (e.g., Delta) and contract management systems.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Legal expertise: Capability to understand and implement intricate contractual provisions.
- Analytical precision: Evaluate the economic and legal consequences of contract provisions.
- Stakeholder management: Collaborate with technical, financial, and external collaborators.
- Focus on precision: Guarantee correctness in records and reporting.
How to Apply for this Employment Opportunity at Asanko Gold Ghana Ltd
Send in your application by May 28, 2025, to applicants@asanko.com following the instructions outlined below:
Subject: “Application for Employment as Senior Contracts Officer”
- Letter of introduction emphasizing legal and contractual skills.
- CV (maximum 4 pages) detailing qualifications, experience, and references.
- Reproductions of pertinent certificates.
- Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.
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