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First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

Sustainable Development Supervisor

Community Outreach & ProgramsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCajamarca, PeruNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A professional degree in Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Rural Development, Sociology, Anthropology, or a related field.
  • At least 10 years of professional experience.
  • At least 7 years of experience leading Sustainable Development or Territorial Development programs at large-scale mining companies.
  • Experience in mining projects during advanced exploration, feasibility, construction, or operation stages.
  • The résumé must specify mining projects, the role performed, the company, and the main responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and implementing social investment, local economic development, capacity-building, productive development, and partnership programs.
  • Experience managing, supervising, and strengthening nonprofit organizations, associations, foundations, or similar organizations.
  • Experience administering substantial budgets and ensuring objectives, indicators, and results are met.
  • Technical knowledge of sustainable development in the mining sector, social management and performance in mining projects, strategic social investment, territorial development and local economic development, results-based management, budget administration and financial control, nonprofit organization management, project management, social impact assessment, program monitoring and evaluation, social risk management, and relevant international extractive-sector standards, including ICMM, IFC Performance Standards, and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
  • Technical competencies in strategic planning, complex program management, financial resource administration, analytical capability, indicator development and performance monitoring, and contract and agreement management.
  • Personal competencies in leadership, integrity and professional ethics, negotiation, effective communication, decision-making, results orientation, working under pressure, strategic thinking, influence, and building trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and administer high-impact social programs strategically.
  • Availability to work a 14-days-on, 7-days-off rotation at the La Granja project in Cajamarca.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement the project's Sustainable Development strategy in alignment with corporate objectives and the company's social commitments.
  • Identify opportunities to promote local economic development, institutional strengthening, and improved community livelihoods.
  • Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of sustainable development programs in coordination with internal departments and external stakeholders.
  • Supervise the technical, administrative, and financial management of nonprofit organizations, associations, foundations, and other implementing partners.
  • Administer significant budgets for social and development programs, ensuring efficient, transparent, and results-oriented use of resources.
  • Define key performance indicators, monitor results, and implement continuous improvement actions.
  • Represent the company before national, regional, and local authorities, civil society organizations, cooperation agencies, academic institutions, and other stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain trusted relationships with communities, social organizations, and local leaders.
  • Manage complex stakeholder situations, promoting dialogue, negotiation, and sustainable solutions.
  • Coordinate with Community Relations, Land Access, Environment, Permits, and Operations teams to ensure integrated social management.
  • Identify social risks associated with development programs and propose mitigation measures.
  • Prepare executive reports for senior management on program progress, indicator performance, budget execution, and risks.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree or postgraduate studies in Sustainable Development, Project Management, Social Responsibility, Public Administration, or related disciplines.
  • Experience interacting with public agencies, international organizations, and cooperation entities.

About the Company

First Quantum Minerals

Global producer of copper and nickel

First Quantum Minerals operates global copper and nickel mining projects, with gold and cobalt as byproducts. It runs a portfolio of mines and mineral processing plants across four continents, and it employs about 20,000 people. The company uses technical, project management, engineering, construction, and operations expertise to develop and run complex mines and processing facilities, including tailings reprocessing and large-scale operations like Cobre Panama. Its goal is to become one of the world’s top copper producers and to deliver sustained value to employees, investors, and the communities hosting its operations.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
1983

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