Manager - Community Relations and Development

OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the New Your Stock Exchange (NYSE). With four operating mines—Haile in the USA, Didipio in the Philippines, and Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand—we are committed to safe, responsible mining that generates strong returns and supports sustainable development.

Our purpose is mining gold for a better future. The gold, copper, and silver we produce power renewable energy, life-saving medical devices, and the technology that connects communities. Beyond this, our operations drive economic growth and improve health and education outcomes in the regions we serve, supporting a global workforce of ~4600 employees and contractors.

Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork—we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, and invest in, creating lasting value for all our stakeholders.

OceanaGold is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced, and reliable Manager - Community Relations and Development. This role is a critical leadership role for the Didipio mine, reporting to the Country President & General Manager External Affairs and Social Performance. The position will lead the External Affairs and Social Performance function at the Didipio Mine, building trusted and sustainable stakeholder relationships while managing social, human-rights, regulatory and operational risks and opportunities. Integrate social performance across operations and project development to support compliance, sustainable development and the mine’s social licence to operate.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies aligned with corporate and site Standards.
• Build and maintain constructive relationships with communities, Indigenous Peoples, government, NGOs and other stakeholders.
• Manage social risks, impacts, human-rights due diligence, grievances, land-access matters and community commitments.
• Lead community development, sustainability and social enterprise programs, including budgets, schedules and performance reporting.
• Provide strategic advice to site leadership and integrate social performance requirements across operational and project decisions through proactive leadership and strategic thinking.
• Lead, coach and develop the Community Relations and Development team.
• Manage departmental plans, resources, contractors and budgets to deliver agreed outcomes.
• Maintain effective governance, records, reporting and regulatory compliance

• Behaviour consistent with OceanaGold Values and the OceanaGold Way
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, Public Administration, or a related discipline; postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum seven years’ progressive experience in community relations, social performance, external affairs, sustainability, or related functions, preferably in mining or major projects
• Demonstrated capability in stakeholder engagement, community development, grievance management, social risk, compliance support, and partnerships with communities, government, Indigenous Peoples, and civil society
• Amenable to report in Didipio and Makati

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonuses
• Accommodation and food provided on site
• Travel provided to and from work
• Health Insurance
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exceptional working environment where people are valued and respected

Eligibility to Work:  To be considered for this role, you must have valid working rights in the country where the role is located. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

YOU MATTER:  OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at careers@oceanagold.com

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED