Geologist, Experienced in Managing both Exploration for Minerals as well as Operational Management in AfricaA Geologist (BSc.Hons Geology, and Graduate Diploma in Engineering G.D.E), experienced in leading and managing diverse business operations and geological teams (400+ employees), in remote highly challenging parts of the African continent, liaising with Local Chiefs, Government Ministers and Ministry Officials as well as License Partners. Has a demonstrable track record of achievement. A natural leader with charismatic personality, high emotional intelligence, and exceptional communication skills. Possesses drive and tenacity and has an ability to motivate people to overcome challenges. Has consistently delivered high performance. Capable of managing entire programmes, involving multiple projects and diverse teams including contractors, technical and financial staff and logistics. Has presented to both executive management as well as mining analysts. Possesses a high level of commercial acumen as a result of extensive experience in both business planning and daily operational controls on large mines with Major producers as well as with a Junior exploration and development company. Experienced in operational management (AngloGold Ashanti and Gold Fields) as well as working in remote regions in Africa with various Juniors. Considerable experience of developing and implementing systems and financial controls, as well as overseeing and implementing training programmes for local staff. Trustworthy and dependable, skilled at seeing the bigger picture, creating strategic plans and successfully implementing these to deliver exceptional results.Specialties:  Project Management  Operational Logistics and Analysis  Technical Services Management  SWOT analyses & systems and operations review Systems Implementation  Budgeting (compiling budgets & monitoring expenditure)  Report writing Exploration Management Geological Mapping Geochemical Sampling/Analysis