Mineral Traceability Manager Job Requirements

I. Basic Job Information

Job Title: Mineral Traceability Manager

Employment Type: Full-time Fixed-term Contract

Monthly Remuneration: 1,000,000 RWF (Gross Monthly Total Package)

Work Location: Kigali, Rwanda (On-site)

Working Hours: 40–45 hours per week

II. Job Responsibilities

(1) Business Development & Client Negotiation

• Leverage established client resources to develop mineral trading businesses independently, close trade deals and deliver tangible business growth for the company.
• Possess comprehensive expertise in all mineral trading operations, conduct independent commercial negotiations to secure optimal transaction terms and pricing.
• Customize contracts based on diverse client demands, flexibly negotiate contractual clauses to safeguard corporate interests while ensuring transaction viability.
• Sustain long-term client relationship management, deepen and expand cooperation scope to foster stable, enduring trade partnerships.

(2) Document Handling & Trade Compliance

• Be proficient in two mineral transaction models in Rwanda: ① Domestic mineral trading within Rwanda; ② Cross-border mineral export trade. Master ICGLR export certificate application procedures and all supporting declaration documents required for certification.
• Be familiar with trade regulations governing mainstream local mineral commodities, including tantalum, niobium, tin, tungsten (3T minerals prioritized), beryllium, lithium, etc.
• Strictly comply with the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas, ITSCI standards and Rwanda’s mining legislation to ensure full-chain trade compliance.
• Compile, verify and submit all documents for mineral origin declarations, liaise with Rwanda Mining Board to monitor approval progress and complete data revisions as required.
• Audit full sets of traceability documents, establish standardized dual electronic and physical filing systems to guarantee full traceability of all links.
• Complete conflict mineral reporting in accordance with regulatory standards, maintain comprehensive traceability data ledgers on an ongoing basis, and issue regular compliance analysis reports.

(3) Internal & External Coordination & Management

• Understand operation, maintenance and commissioning key points of mineral separation equipment (e.g., magnetic separators) and other mineral-related machinery; diagnose and resolve common equipment malfunctions to sustain mineral separation efficiency and uninterrupted production.
• Oversee the full workflow of mineral sample testing: submit samples to third-party laboratories, track assay progress, verify official assay reports and complete ore quality validation.
• Coordinate with Rwanda Ministry of Finance to obtain settlement figures, unit prices, deduction breakdowns and other commercial data; update the primary traceability ledger and archive all settlement records permanently.
• Conduct compliance vetting reviews and risk tiered management for suppliers, identify compliance hazards, formulate rectification plans and track full implementation until closure.
• Handle written objections submitted by suppliers regarding assay results, coordinate third-party laboratories to initiate arbitration sample re-testing, communicate final arbitration outcomes and support corresponding pricing adjustments.

III. Job Qualifications

(1) Mandatory Core Requirements

• Possess mature networks of clients including mining enterprises and mineral trading firms, capable of launching and closing mineral trade projects immediately.
• Minimum 3–5 years of professional working experience in mineral traceability.
• Minimum 3–5 years of employment experience at mineral trading companies.

(2) Professional Competency Requirements

• Familiar with Rwanda’s two mineral transaction models (domestic trading and cross-border exports); proficient in ICGLR export certificate application processes and complete supporting declaration documentation.
• Well-versed in trade rules for local core mineral commodities: tantalum, niobium, tin, tungsten (3T minerals prioritized), beryllium, lithium and others.
• Comprehensive command of full-spectrum mineral trading operations; strong commercial negotiation and client communication skills to tailor contracts and negotiate flexible terms for different trade partners.
• Familiar with the OECD due diligence framework and ITSCI traceability system; knowledgeable about mining regulatory policies and mineral export procedures applicable to Rwanda and the wider East African region.

(3) Internal & External Operational Competencies

• Master operation, maintenance and commissioning protocols of mineral separation equipment such as magnetic separators; able to troubleshoot common equipment faults.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); capable of independently building traceability ledgers, drafting compliance reports and formal commercial correspondence.
• Fluent written and verbal English communication skills for independent liaison with local regulatory authorities, suppliers and overseas clients.
• Meticulous, rigorous work style; robust risk identification, logical reasoning and problem-solving capabilities.

III. Application Process

CV Screening → On-site Interview → Offer Issuance

Contact Email: ryanyan9627@gmail.com

Candidates who pass CV screening will be notified of on-site interviews via WhatsApp or phone. Only applicants satisfying all core mandatory qualifications will be shortlisted for preliminary review.