Technical Assistant to Managing Director at Yobe Mining Development Company Ltd

LOCATION:Damaturu, Yobe State, Abuja (with frequent travel within and outside the State)

REPORTS TO:Managing Director (MD)

ROLE SUMMARY

The Technical Assistant to the Managing Director will provide high-level technical, strategic, and operational support to the MD in delivering YMDCL’s mandate. The role requires a dynamic professional capable of coordinating exploration programs, supporting investor engagements, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring seamless execution of strategic initiatives including artisanal mining formalization, Mining Marshals coordination, and mineral resource development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical & Exploration Coordination

• Support the MD in planning, supervising, and tracking exploration activities across Yobe State (including geological surveys, resource estimation, and feasibility studies).
• Liaise with consultants, geologists, and technical partners to ensure timely delivery of exploration milestones.
• Assist in reviewing technical reports (e.g., JORC-compliant reports, BFS, GIS data).
• Maintain a centralized database of mineral assets and exploration progress.

Investment & Investor Relations

• Support preparation of investment briefs, concept notes, and bankable project documents.
• Coordinate investor engagements including DFIs (AfDB, IsDB, Afreximbank, BOI, NEXIM) and private sector partners.
• Assist in organizing investment forums, roadshows, and stakeholder summits.
• Track pipeline of potential investors and partnerships.

Stakeholder Engagement & Government Relations

• Support the MD in engagement with key stakeholders including:
• State Government officials (Governor’s Office, Commissioners, SSG)
• Federal agencies (MCO, NGSA, Ministry of Solid Minerals)
• Traditional institutions and community leaders
• Assist in drafting official correspondence, memos, and policy briefs.
• Coordinate community engagement initiatives, especially in artisanal mining areas (e.g., Gulani).

Mining Marshals & Field Operations Support

• Support coordination and operational planning of Mining Marshals across mining sites.
• Monitor compliance with security protocols and operational guidelines.
• Assist in logistics planning for field operations, including equipment movement and site access.

Board & Committee Coordination

Support preparation of Board papers, management reports, and executive briefs.

Assist in coordination of:

• Board of Directors engagements
• Mineral Steering Committee activities
• Inter-ministerial and technical committees
• Track implementation of Board and Executive decisions.

Policy, Strategy & Special Projects

• Assist in development and implementation of policies (mineral governance, artisanal mining, ESG).
• Support execution of strategic initiatives such as:
• One-stop-shop investment framework
• Artisanal mining formalization programs
• Mineral value chain development (cement, fertilizer, beneficiation)
• Conduct research and benchmarking to support decision-making.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and briefs for the MD.
• Maintain documentation of key projects, engagements, and decisions.
• Track KPIs and provide regular updates on strategic initiatives.