Position Vacancy: Independent Chairman for The Mineral Resources Authority Board
The Mineral Resources Authority (‘MRA’) Board is seeking for an Independent Chairman.
MRA Background
regulate and manage the sustenance of the mining industry to maximise the mineral/metal export revenue for the optimum benefit of Papua New Gunea, (PNG).
The MRA was established under the MRA Act 2018 to administer the regulatory functions in accordance with Mining Act, Mining (Safety) Act, Mining Development Agreements, Community development agreements and related agreements and legislations.
Furthermore, MRA conducts geoscientific surveys and research to improve the understanding of the geological framework and mineralization in PNG. It also holds over 15,000 exploration reports and over 90,000 mineral data points under its repository for public use by the exploration and mining sector.
The MRA continues to aspire to meet the challenges confronting the nation, in its 5-year Corporate Plan, to address declining exploration expenditures, depletion of mega deposits in the inventory, closure of mega mines within 5 decades and huge lead time required for mine development from discoveries. Furthermore, MRA continues to seek improvements in its service deliveries, management systems and retention of best human capital.
Functions of the Board & Chairman
The chairperson of the board will be charged with providing the board with leadership and strategic support to the MRA executive management in delivering its mandates. The Independent Board Chairman will be responsible for overseeing the affairs and governance of the MRA Board in accordance with the MRA Act 2018.