VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly motivated and committed employee for the position of Senior Communications Specialist to join the versatile Lumwana Learning & Development department. We are in search of individuals who can champion Barrick's DNA by:

Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity

Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach

Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose

Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy

Taking Responsibility and being Accountable

Committing to Zero Harm

Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships

Reporting to Superintendent – L&D Administration, the Senior Communications Specialist will responsible for building a strong, visible, and engaging Learning & Development (L&D) brand within Lumwana Mine. This role ensures employees understand, value, and actively participate in training initiatives by creating clear communications, managing events, gathering unbiased feedback, and showcasing results. The position serves as the storyteller and engagement driver for L&D, making sure the department’s work is visible, valued, and impactful.

Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

Transform raw data into clear, visually appealing reports for management, employees, and stakeholders.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual L&D performance summaries.

Develop infographics, dashboards, and presentations that highlight L&D’s impact on safety, productivity, and capability.

Ensure that 100% of L&D reports are delivered on time and meet clarity/accuracy standards.

Design and manage all feedback collection tools (surveys, focus groups, interviews) for training programs, events, and L&D initiatives.

Ensure feedback collection is independent from program owners (e.g., Readiness Superintendent, Performance Superintendent) to avoid bias.

Work with the Systems, Data & Innovation Superintendent to digitize feedback forms and analyse responses.

Provide structured, anonymized reports to relevant superintendents for improvement planning.

Plan, coordinate, and deliver all L&D events, including:

Develop and maintain a monthly L&D newsletter highlighting upcoming programs, success stories, and recognition moments.

Create training promotion campaigns to drive participation.

Manage the L&D section on the company intranet and update content regularly.

Draft and distribute internal memos, posters, and email campaigns related to training initiatives.

Work with the Corporate Communications team to share L&D success stories on internal and approved external platforms.

Post about graduations, awards, and innovations to boost Barrick & L&D’s public image.

Maintain a consistent tone of voice and alignment with company brand guidelines.

Design and manage recognition programs that celebrate learning achievements (e.g., “Trainer of the Month,” “Top Learner Awards”).

Coordinate with Systems, Data & Innovation for award data and eligibility criteria.

Present awards during events and in communications materials.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:

Full Grade 12 School Certificate

Bachelor’s degree in any Mass Communications or any related field

Graphic design skill an added advantage

Minimum 3 years’ experience in Public Relations or Similar.

Good computer skills with the ability to use integrate management systems, word processing, Presentation, and spreadsheet applications

Ability to communicate effectively across all levels.                                                                                                                                                                                             

What We Can Offer You:

A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits

The ability to make a difference and lasting impact

Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues

Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organisation

Applicants that meet the above stated requirements are invited to submit their CVs to the Job Portal link: http://jobs.barrick.com/.

Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management. 

Barrick offers employment opportunities to both qualified women and men.

Women who meet the above qualification are strongly encouraged to apply.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 26th January 2026. If you are not contacted by HR department within 30 days after the closing date, you should consider your application as unsuccessful.