Assistant Manager – Community Affairs

Kainantu Resources Limited (KRL)

Kainantu Resources Limited (KRL), a wholly owned subsidiary of South Pacific Metals Corp. (TSX.V: SPMC), is seeking an experienced and highly organised Assistant Manager – Community Affairs to join our team.

KRL is advancing multiple highly prospective gold exploration projects in the Kainantu region of Papua New Guinea. As our operations expand, we require a capable and professional community affairs leader to support the General Manager – Community Relations and ensure strong, transparent, and well-managed engagement with landowners and local stakeholders.

This is a permanent role offering a competitive salary and strong career development opportunities.

Position Details

Location: Kainantu region, Eastern Highlands, PNG
Roster: 4 weeks on / 2 weeks off
Reporting to: General Manager – Community Relations

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager – Community Affairs is the second-in-command within the Community Relations team and acts as the back-to-back to the General Manager during periods of absence. The role is responsible for supervising field teams, maintaining accurate community records, and ensuring all casual payments and compensation are processed correctly and on time.

This is a key leadership and administrative role requiring strong communication skills, attention to detail, and high competency in Microsoft Office systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as second-in-charge to the General Manager – Community Relations.
• Supervise Community Affairs Officers and field engagement teams.
• Maintain accurate records of landowner engagement, compensation, and agreements.
• Ensure all casual wages, allowances, and community payments are processed accurately and on time.
• Coordinate community meetings, awareness sessions, and stakeholder consultations.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports, registers, and correspondence.
• Liaise closely with Administration, Finance, and Exploration teams.
• Support dispute resolution and grievance management activities.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in community relations, preferably in the PNG mining or exploration sector.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong communication skills in English and Tok Pisin.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and email systems.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in remote and culturally diverse environments.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Please submit your application, including a detailed cover letter, to:
[email protected]

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE 10+ YEARS EXPERIENCE