Job Description
The Senior Consultant / Advisor: Government Relations is responsible for developing and managing the organisation’s relationships with government stakeholders, regulators, and public sector institutions. The role provides strategic advice on public policy, legislation, and regulatory matters affecting mining operations and capital projects, ensuring alignment between business objectives and government expectations.
Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a government relations and public affairs strategy aligned with organisational objectives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with national, provincial, and local government departments, regulators, and state-owned entities.
Monitor, analyse, and advise on legislative, regulatory, and policy developments impacting mining operations and projects.
Represent the organisation in engagements, consultations, forums, and industry associations.
Provide strategic advice to executive management on government policy, regulatory risks, and stakeholder management.
Support permitting, licensing, and regulatory approval processes in collaboration with Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams.
Coordinate responses to government inquiries, audits, and inspections.
Support community, social performance, and local economic development initiatives where government engagement is required.
Manage reputational and regulatory risks through proactive stakeholder engagement.
Prepare briefing notes, position papers, and submissions to government and regulatory bodies