Newmont Mining Corporation

Workplace Type: Onsite

About Newmont

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

About Lihir

Our Lihir Operation, located on the beautiful island of Niolam, approximately 800km north of Papua New Guinea's capital, Port Moresby, is one of the world’s largest gold mines. Set within a geothermically active, extinct volcanic crater, Lihir operates an open-pit mine producing refractory ore, which undergoes pressure oxidation and conventional leaching to recover gold. Our workforce includes both residential and commute rosters, creating a diverse and dynamic team. Lihir offers a range of recreational facilities, including a gym, sports club, restaurant, bar, swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, and a 9-hole golf course. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Lihir fishing and boating clubs provide access to pristine waters and beaches, while our onsite deli and café serve fresh local and imported produce, barista-made coffee, and freshly baked goods.

We are proud to work closely with the local Lihirian community and value its vibrant culture. Through initiatives like our School to Mine program, we offer meaningful employment, training, and development opportunities for Lihirian men and women, as well as scholarships and vocational apprenticeships. We also partner with the New Ireland Province to ensure economic benefits flow directly to the community, strengthening our commitment to sustainable development and positive local impact.

Your Impact

As Specialist, External Relations, you will drive Newmont’s success by developing and leading stakeholder engagement plans, supporting operations, and enhancing our license to operate across Asia Pacific. Your work will build strong relationships with government agencies and help shape policy and regulatory outcomes that matter.

As Part of Our Team, You Will

• Apply government relations strategies at national and provincial levels
• Build and sustain networks with government agencies, regulators, and policymakers
• Advise on policy, regulatory, and political trends impacting operations
• Develop and manage stakeholder engagement plans
• Support Newmont’s interests within national and provincial governments
• Implement governance and policies for government affairs
• Proactively identify and mitigate external risks
• Collaborate with peers to develop and implement country strategies

Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role

• Degree in law, economics, international relations, social science, or related field (preferred)
• Advanced knowledge in stakeholder management, government engagement, policy, or advocacy
• Strong skills in strategy development, advocacy, political risk management, and communications
• Proficiency with major office systems (e.g., MS Office)
• Self-awareness, adaptability, and commitment to continuous improvement
• Ability to build relationships, influence, and negotiate effectively

Your Work Environment

You will operate in a dynamic, high-impact environment at the intersection of business, government, and society. This role involves regular engagement with senior government officials, regulatory bodies, and internal executive leadership. As part of Newmont’s Corporate Affairs function, you will play a key role in supporting the company’s long-term success and sustaining its social license to operate in Papua New Guinea.

Based in Port Moresby, this position presents a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on government relations and policy engagement in support of responsible mining and sustainable development in the region.

If you're ready to take on a meaningful challenge where your expertise can shape the future of mining in Papua New Guinea, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and lead the change!

Why Join Newmont

Newmont is the world’s leading gold company, committed to sustainable and responsible mining. As part of our team, you will:

• Influence national policy and drive meaningful change in the mining sector.
• Work alongside global leaders in a values-driven, inclusive organization.
• Access world-class professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Be part of a company that prioritizes safety, integrity, sustainability, and respect in everything we do.

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion, our Lihir team – 90% of which are Papua New Guinean – is dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment where meaningful, long-term connections can be formed within the industry.

We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. We know no candidate meets every qualification listed, so if you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply before the closing date: 11 December 2025 – we’d love to hear from you!