STEPHEN ADJEI
Tarkwa,Western Region
Summary
Results-driven and strategic leader with over 17 years of experience in developing and implementing sustainability strategies for a global organization. Proven ability in building strong relationships with government officials, business leaders, and civil society organizations. Proven track record of successfully engaging cross-functional teams, developing and implementing strategic and operational plans, and fostering strong relationships with diverse stakeholders. He has, over the years, engaged in commercial decisions, operational excellence initiatives, business expansion and governance decisions.
Highly experienced negotiator and public relations professional. Skilled in conflict resolution, negotiation and public speaking.
Stephen holds Master of Arts Degree in Democracy, Governance, Development and Law from the University of Cape Coast, Commonwealth Executive Master of Business Administration from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), and a Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Development Studies from the University for Development Studies (UDS). He also holds executive certificates in Managing Corporate Social Responsibility for Value Creation (CSR Economics and CSR Impact Measurement); Advanced Professional Certificate in Mining from UMaT; Advanced certificate in Land Acquisition and Resettlement Practices from Administrative Staff College, India; Fundamentals of Environment, Social & Governance (ESG); Negotiation & Influence Skills from GIMPA and Safety Management from UMaT.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Senior Manager
ANGLOGOLD ASHANTI, IDUAPRIEM LIMITED
Tarkwa
01.2019 - Current
- Senior management role with accountability of developing and implementing strategic programs for development of communities and mitigating adverse social and economic impacts on society as results of company's operations. Role seeks to ensure security of company's social license to operate
- Summary of Key achievements
- Developed various specific management standards (MS) and standard operating procedures (SOP) for Land access and resettlement, Government and community relations, communication, complaints and grievance management, Socio-economic development interventions etc.)
- Developed and implemented highly motivated teams for effective workflow management
- Planned and executed over USD 30 million land take and resettlement projects within scope, time, and budget
- These projects involved displacement of several properties and households
- Budgeted, and initiated various cost optimization interventions to achieve measurable project effectiveness and efficiencies
- Initiated, and implemented several community developments programs and projects through effective partnerships and collaborations with many other development actors (Government, NGOs, CBOs, etc.)
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions, and common goals
Manager, Head
AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Ltd
Tarkwa
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Management role with responsibility and accountability to ensure effective execution of social investment and land access programs
- Some key accomplishment:
- Initiated and implemented several social investment programs in the communities
- Developed and implemented two major resettlement projects
- Supervised preparation and execution of two resettlement action plans
- Initiated and supervised development of several community development action plans
- Developed and implemented several stakeholder engagements programs
- Prepare and obtained approval for unit annual budgets and initiated cost-effective initiatives
- Developed and implemented strategic human resources plans for effective teamwork in unit
- Developed and maintained relationships with stakeholders and Business Executives
- Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance
- Supervised labor costs and departmental expenses to remain in line with budget
Senior Specialist
Continental African Region
Johannesburg
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Senior specialist role at the continental African region (CAR) with the accountability to provide support to the sustainability teams at the various business units within African region- (Ghana, Tanzania, Guinea)
- Prepare CAR Sustainability quarterly board reports
- Supported Sustainability leadership across four operations in continental African region in implementing policies, procedures, and controls
- Identified areas in need of critical improvement and implemented strategies with various team leads to achieve targets
- Supported site sustainability leadership in implementing new policies, procedures, and controls
- Conducted independent technical reviews of current processes and records to proactively identify and correct process and system issues
Land Access Superintendent
AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Ltd
Tarkwa
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Middle management role with responsibility of executing land access plan and projects
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
- Participated in continuous improvement sessions by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
Land Access Senior Officer
AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Ltd
Tarkwa
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
Community Relations Officer
AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Goldmine
Tarkwa
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Ensure timely reporting of sustainability programs to management and external Stakeholders including government agencies, civil societies, and regulatory bodies
- Develop appropriate tools for identifying, mitigating, and monitoring social risks to business
- Serve as strategic liaison with various Internal and External stakeholders
- Increased customer satisfaction through proactive complaints and grievance management.
Education
Master of Arts - Law, Governance
University of Cape Coast
Ghana08.2022
Master of Business Administration, MBA -
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science Technology
Kumasi08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Development Studies
University For Development Studies
Ghana07.2007
Skills
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Employee Coaching and Motivation
- Influencing and Negotiating
- Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution
- Business Performance Management
- Managing Communications Channels
- Budgeting and Resource Management
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Strategic planning
- Government Relations
Affiliations
- Member, Project Management Institute, Ghana.
- Member, Ghana Institute of Directors
- Member, West Africa Nobles Forum.
- Board Member, AngloGold Ashanti Community Trust Fund.
- Executive Director & Chairman, De-Kings Hotel, Private, 2018-Present
Timeline
Senior Manager
ANGLOGOLD ASHANTI, IDUAPRIEM LIMITED
01.2019 - Current
Senior Specialist
Continental African Region
07.2018 - 12.2018
Manager, Head
AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Ltd
06.2017 - 01.2019
Land Access Superintendent
AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Ltd
01.2014 - 01.2017
Land Access Senior Officer
AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Ltd
01.2010 - 01.2014
Community Relations Officer
AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Goldmine
01.2007 - 01.2010
Master of Arts - Law, Governance
University of Cape Coast
Master of Business Administration, MBA -
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Development Studies
University For Development Studies
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute.
- Fundamentals of Environment, Social & Governance, WEventz Pte Limited.
- International Training Workshop: Avoidable Mistakes in Land Acquisition and Resettlement, Administrative Staff College – India.
- Executive Development Program, Negotiation and Influence Skills for Executives, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration – Ghana.
- Certificate of Completion, Managing CSR for Value Creation (CSR Economics and CSR Impact Measurement) – Ghana.
- Certificate of Proficiency: Safety Management, University of Mines and Technology - Ghana
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute.
- Fundamentals of Environment, Social & Governance, WEventz Pte Limited.
- International Training Workshop: Avoidable Mistakes in Land Acquisition and Resettlement, Administrative Staff College – India.
- Executive Development Program, Negotiation and Influence Skills for Executives, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration – Ghana.
- Certificate of Completion, Managing CSR for Value Creation (CSR Economics and CSR Impact Measurement) – Ghana.
- Certificate of Proficiency: Safety Management, University of Mines and Technology - Ghana
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
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