Principal - Public Security Liaison

Kamoto Copper Company Société Anonyme, KCC SA in acronym, is a Congolese company operating in Kolwezi, capital of the province of Lualaba, in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

KCC SA exploits copper and cobalt ores on a large scale. It includes an underground mine, open-pit mines and integrated metallurgical facilities. The operation has one of the largest copper reserves in the world, with a current life of over 25 years.

As an industrial mining company, we provide safe workplaces and support the sustainable development of the local economy. We maintain a constructive and open dialogue with the communities that host us, as well as with the provincial and national government.

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of Manager Asset Protection, the role of the incumbent will be to ensure controlled, professional and documented liaison with public security forces and relevant authorities. He/she will ensure that all interactions align with the company's security strategy, the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPSHR) as well as compliance requirements. In addition, he/she will play a key role in diplomacy, relationship management and risk assessment to safeguard the operations, reputation and security of the site.

He/She will have, among others, the following responsibilities (non-exhaustive):

•    Manage public safety relations and liaison: This includes maintaining regular and professional contact with authorized public safety points of contact, strengthening constructive working relationships while strictly adhering to KCC's limits of responsibility, and coordinating strategic communications before, during, and after operations.

•    Ensure respect for VPSHR and human rights: This includes embedding VPSHR expectations in all interactions with public safety, raising awareness of proportionality and de-escalation, as well as immediately escalating any incidents or risks related to excessive use of force, corruption, or human rights violations.

•    Administering protocols, MoU and governance: This includes monitoring the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and supporting arrangements, maintaining rigorous and controlled records (minutes of meetings, deployments, incidents, agreed actions), as well as supporting periodic reviews of the conduct of public forces. 

•    Support operational coordination in the field: This includes assisting security operations teams and the SOC during interventions requiring public safety support, due diligence for clarity of roles and escalation levels, and formally documenting requests for support based on assessed risks. 

•    Coordinate incident and investigation follow-up: This includes facilitating reviews of incidents involving law enforcement, preserving evidence and records of handover or detention, and working with legal and investigative teams to draw lessons to improve future deployments.

•    Ensure internal alignment and stakeholder influence: This includes working closely with the Social Performance team to avoid conflicting messages to local communities or authorities, facilitating calm and diplomatic communication during tense situations, and continuously informing the hierarchy about relational or reputational risks.

Job Requirements 

Qualifications and Experience

•    Have a university degree (Bachelor's/Bachelor's) Bac +5 in Law, Security Management, Criminology, Risk Management, Political Science, Public Administration, International Relations or related discipline.
•    Having a certification in VPSHR (Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Right), incident management would be an asset for the candidate.
•    Have at least 7 years' professional experience in public safety liaison, corporate security, law enforcement coordination, investigations, compliance or security management in high-risk mining environments (Essential)l preferably in the DRC mining  sector or in high-risk industrial environments, 

Technical skills

•    Public Safety and Governance Expertise : Strong understanding of public safety protocols, MoU governance, and strict escalation limits. 
•    Mastery of VPSHR standards : In-depth knowledge of the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights, rules of use of force, de-escalation techniques and detention safeguards. 
•    Document management and reporting : Rigorous ability to write reports, maintain action logs, incident follow-ups and document control systems (Microsoft Office, SharePoint, etc.). 
•    Knowledge of Security Operations : Good understanding of the operation of Security Operations Centers (SOCs), deployment plans, Threat Response Action Plans (TARPs) and the role of law enforcement during high-risk operations. 
•    Languages : Perfect command of French and intermediate professional English required. Fluency in Swahili or a local language is an asset. 

Attitude and behaviour

•    Diplomacy and Influence : Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships and positively influence internal and external stakeholders while maintaining strict professional boundaries. 
•    Integrity and discretion : Very high level of integrity, confidentiality, ethics and professionalism in the handling of sensitive information. 
•    Stress Management and Self-Control : Calm communication under pressure and ability to de-escalate complex public order or community tension situations. 
•    Judgment and courage : Excellent discernment in sensitive legal or reputational situations and ability to denounce/escalate inappropriate behavior or non-compliance with procedures. 
•    Organization and proactivity : Practical, methodical mind, focused on the rigorous monitoring of actions and the preventive resolution of blockages.

KCC SA does not accept applications submitted by people under the age of eighteen (18). In accordance with article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, KCC SA receives all applications without distinction or discrimination. However, as part of its Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, applications from women are strongly encouraged.

In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, KCC SA or its employees do not receive any remuneration or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process. Violators are subject to legal action.

Any act or attempt of bribery related to this job application must be reported via the Glencore Group Raising Concerns Programme channels. Please scan the QR code to access the channels.

Furthermore, KCC SA pursues the objective of a transparent, fair and equitable recruitment process and, therefore, does not tolerate any interference or intervention in any way whatsoever in its recruitment process. Any failure on this point will result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate concerned.