Vacancy title:
Senior Welfare Officer – Psychologist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: , Category: Management]

Jobs at:
Barrick Mining Corporation

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, July 25 2025

Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka | Zambia

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 18 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Job Description

Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly motivated and committed employee for the position of Senior Welfare Officer – Psychologist to join the versatile Community Site Relations Team. We are in search of individuals who can champion Barrick’s DNA by:

• Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity
• Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach
• Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose
• Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy
• Taking Responsibility and being Accountable
• Committing to Zero Harm
• Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships

Reporting to the Coordinator Community Welfare and Sports, you will be responsible in providing psychological services that support the mental, emotional, and social wellbeing of employees and families at Lumwana Mining Company across the site to achieve a safe and health workforce.

Your duties & Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide crisis intervention and trauma support following incidents such as accidents, critical events, or occupational stress.
• Conduct training and workshops on topics such as stress management, substance abuse prevention, conflict resolution, and emotional resilience.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with ethical standards.
• Support the reintegration process for employees returning to work after mental health-related leave.
• Provide individual and group counselling services to employees facing work-related or personal challenges.
• Develop and implement wellness and mental health programs aligned with company goals.
• Work alongside counsellors, counselling clients, and schedule case management follow-ups.

To be considered for the position, the applicant must have the following:

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Degree in Psychology or any related profession
• Full registration with the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ) as a psychologist.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in a high-stress or remote working environment (e.g., mining, oil & gas, military, or healthcare).
• Experience in trauma counselling, crisis response, and substance abuse interventions is an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of Zambian labor laws, employee wellness frameworks, and mental health policies
• Must have good communication skills
• Must be competent in incident and accident investigations
• Must have a valid Zambian Driver’s License

What We Can Offer You:

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits
• The ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

• Applicants that meet the above stated requirements are invited to submit their CVs to the Job Portal link: http://jobs.barrick.com/.
• Barrick has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management.
• Barrick offers employment opportunities to both qualified women and men.
• Women who meet the above qualification are strongly encouraged to apply.
• ‘Be Aware of Fraudsters’ Lumwana Mining Company does not solicit for payment of any funds towards the recruitment 
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