Anglo American Foundation Manager Ref:REF15519F

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Anglo American Foundation Manager Ref:REF15519F

Anglo American Foundation Manager Ref:REF15519F

Location: United Kingdom, 17 Charterhouse Street

Date Posted: Sept. 14, 2021

Type: N/A





Company Description

At Anglo American we are committed to making lasting positive change for colleagues, host communities, consumers and our planet. Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.

How are we transforming our industry? By leading it towards zero harm, greater efficiency and enhanced sustainability. That requires novel thinking alongside technological innovation. We are working towards extraordinary outcomes, always searching for better ways to do things, questioning the status quo and innovating with purpose. 

So, we seek talented individuals who can bring new ideas and fresh approaches to help us in our quest: to discover ever safer, cleaner and more responsible ways of working that focus on the health and well-being of our colleagues and the people in the communities where we work.

Here’s an exciting opportunity to join us.

Job Description

The Anglo American Foundation is committed to supporting sustainable development in our host communities and countries, and the mining and metals sector more broadly.  The Foundation is now looking for an effective and seasoned manager with relevant charity sector or philanthropic foundation experience.  The role will report to an executive with responsibility for the Foundation and key activities will include:

  • Providing input and guidance to the Trustees with regards to the strategic direction, objectives and goals of the Foundation, which includes periodic strategic reviews and proposal of changes if required.
  • Overseeing the execution of the Foundation’s strategy, which includes the development of strategic plans and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) approach.
  • Ensuring the composition of the Foundation’s portfolio reflects its strategic objectives and achieves the impact it has set out to achieve.
  • Overseeing the evaluation of funding proposals.
  • Ensuring the establishment of adequate processes and policies to manage the activities of the Foundation, including monitoring and evaluation.
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations as well as relevant Anglo American policies.
  • Preparing materials for the Foundation Board meetings and ensuring that Trustees are in the position to make well-informed decisions.
  • Developing and implementing a communication strategy for the Foundation, in partnership with Anglo American’s communications professionals, and ensuring that the Foundation is reputationally well positioned.
  • Developing and maintaining effective relationships with key external stakeholders (including other Foundations, donors, investors, corporations and implementation partners).

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of, and proven ability to operate at, a senior level in the field of sustainable development.
  • Professional experience and a strong track record in senior management roles in businesses, foundations and/or international development organisations.
  • Experience or knowledge of philanthropy, international development, sustainability, social innovation and monitoring and evaluation.
  • Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and management at senior level.
  • Business acumen and strategic planning experience.
  • Knowledge of the philanthropic sector to ensure compliance with relevant requirements and expectations.
  • Experience of living and working in the Global South (desirable).
  • Experience in the extractive sector (desirable).

Additional Information

What we offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Who we are

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.  As the custodians of precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, metallurgical (steelmaking) coal and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

Rewards & Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Excellent opportunities for learning and growth.
  • We’re a large, successful multinational company and there are plenty of opportunities to move onward and upwards too.
  • Subsidised breakfast, lunch, coffee and office snacks.
  • Generous pension plans.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of the process

Advert closing date: 26 September 2021

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