Specialist Socio-Economic Development; SED Kumba Iron Ore Corporate Relations Kathu Associate

Specialist Socio-Economic Development (SED)

We have an exciting opportunity for
Specialist Socio-Economic Development (SED). The purpose of this role is to deliver key outcomes that advance socio-economic development through strategic, outcomes-based programmes aligned with organisational sustainability strategies, contributing to resilient and thriving communities.

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You’ll make us better.

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.

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Rosebank, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

As Specialist Socio-Economic Development (SED) your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Ensure all socio-economic development programmes and projects comply with SHE standards and risk management protocols.
• Integrate SHE principles into project planning and execution to safeguard community and employee well being.

• Design and implement outcomes-based programmes that unlock community and social benefits, aligned with organisational sustainability priorities.
• Provide expert advice on impact-based approaches to programme development and delivery, tailored to local and regional contexts.
• Manage delivery against agreements and service-level commitments, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
• Engage with partners and stakeholders to integrate subject matter expertise into programme design and implementation.
• Ensure alignment with related programmes and projects beyond the immediate socio-economic development pipeline.
• Support implementation of Monitoring & Evaluation frameworks to track impact and performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders and delivery partners.
• Monitor adherence to socio-economic development criteria, ethical business requirements, and relevant policies and standards.
• Liaise with Finance, Governance, and Supply Chain teams to coordinate agreements, contracts, invoices, and timely payments.

This role is in Corporate Affairs (COR) department on a Band 6 (D
-Upper) level reporting to the Manager Corporate Affairs.

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Bachelor’s in Social Science / Development Economics or a relevant alternative on NQF7
• Project Management Certificate
• Social Impact Assessment / Social Management Certificate (advantages)
• SA Driver’s License

• 6–8 years of professional experience in socio-economic development (SED), preferably within the mining, energy, or related industries.
• In-depth understanding of socio-economic development models and programmes that support improvements in community well-being, including enterprise development, skills development, infrastructure, and social investment initiatives.
• Applied understanding of Social and Labour Plan delivery system
• Familiarity with national development policies, community development frameworks, and regulatory environments affecting socio-economic programmes.
• Strong grasp of programme design, implementation, and delivery models tailored to underserved communities, with the ability to adapt to local and regional contexts.
• Applied understanding of M&E frameworks and methodologies to assess programme effectiveness, impact, and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Knowledge of ethical business practices, corporate social responsibility standards, and compliance requirements relevant to socio-economic development.
• Ability to manage stakeholder dynamics and relationships across internal and external partners, including communities, NGOs, government entities, and private sector organisations.
• Understanding of Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE)…