Head Of Communications (Senior Manager - Corporate Communications)

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Head of Communications (Senior Manager - Corporate Communications).
The CompanyListed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and Australian Securities Exchange, DPM Metals Inc. (symbol: DPM) is a Canadian-based international gold mining company headquartered in Toronto with operations and projects located in Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Ecuador. The Company’s purpose is to unlock resources and generate value to thrive and grow together with all the stakeholders.
DPM’s strategic objective is to become a mid-tier precious metals company, which is based on sustainable, responsible, and efficient gold production from its portfolio, the development of quality assets, and maintaining a strong financial position to support growth in mineral reserves and production through disciplined strategic transactions. This strategy creates a platform for robust growth to deliver above-average returns for its shareholders.
The Company’s operating performance, combined with strong metals prices, generated record financial results in 2025, including $505 million of free cash flow and $443 million of adjusted net earnings. DMP ended the year with $498 million in cash on the balance sheet, no debt, and in February 2026, entered into a new $400 million revolving credit facility, providing the company with approximately $900 million of total liquidity.
DPM’s portfolio of assets as of 2026:
Chelopech Gold-copper mine in Chelopech, Bulgaria
– 100% ownership and producing
Ada Tepe Gold mine in Krumovgrad, Bulgaria
– 100% ownership and producing
Vareš Silver Operation in Bosnia and Herzegovina
– 100% ownership and ramping up to full production
Čoka Rakita Gold Project in Eastern Serbia
-100% ownership and at exploration stage
Dumitru Potok Gold-copper exploration project in Eastern Serbia
– 100% ownership and at feasibility stage
Loma Larga Gold-copper project in Azuay, Ecuador
– 100% ownership and at permitting stage
Tierras Coloradas Gold exploration project in Loja, Ecuador
– 100% ownership and at exploration stage
Key PointersDPM Metals produces 200,000 ounces of gold annually (average for next 3 years);
it is among the lowest cost gold producers in the world with strong net cash position. As of March 31st, 2026, DPM’s growing net cash position sits at $575.5M with significant free cash flow generation. They company is also dedicated in building its pipeline;
FS completed at Čoka Rakita in Serbia, Chelopech increased mine life to 2036, Vareš ramping up to full production in 2026, and the company completed initial inferred mineral resources estimates for Rakita Camp.
DMP strives to add value through innovation;
the company also fosters strong community relationships and adopts industry-leading ESG solutions. In 2024, DPM maintained its high standard of responsible mining, delivering strong sustainability performance while generating meaningful benefits to its stakeholders. The company made notable progress on its environmental and social efforts and pushed key initiatives forward focused on achieving DPM’s purpose of unlocking resources and generating value to thrive and grow together. DPM ranked in the 91st percentile in the 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for the Metals and Mining Industry.
DPM’s ValuesDPM’s values are the foundation of everything the company does. They define what DPM collectively stands, the principles employees work by, and serve as a guide for the employee’s everyday behaviour and decision-making.
Generating ValueDPM has a proven track record of transforming assets into efficient, low-cost producers. Through disciplined management, environmental stewardship, and community engagement, the company is generating strong returns for all its stakeholders.
Partnering with CommunitiesDPM’s commitment to sustainability informs the way all employees think, the way they behave and the way they operate. Wherever its employees work and do business, they engage with community stakeholders and seek to build relationships based on mutual trust and respect.
Founded on Values, Guided by PurposeDPM’s purpose is to unlock resources and generate value to thrive and grow together. This overall purpose is supported by a foundation of core values which guide how all employees work and inform their strategic objectives.
Purpose of the PositionThe Head of Communications is a newly created position responsible for developing and executing DPM Metals' global communications strategy to enhance the company's reputation, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and support the achievement of its business objectives. As DPM continues to grow its international footprint and advance projects across multiple jurisdictions, this role will lead the development of a coordinated communications function that aligns corporate, regional and project-level communications efforts.
Reporting to the Director of Investor Relationships and supervising a Communications Specialist, the incumbent will be accountable for building and maintaining strong relationships with media, industry influencers and key external stakeholders, while ensuring consistent, compelling messaging across all channels and audiences. Specifically,this role supports media relations, issues management, stakeholder messaging, leadership communications, internal communications, and brand awareness across all communications channels.
Key ResponsibilitiesExternal Communications
Support the development of the corporate external communications strategy and lead implementation of annual integrated communications plans to enhance the Company’s brand and reputation with key audiences.
Draft corporate news releases, scripts, key messages, FAQs, and stakeholder responses.
Identify and assess past, emerging, current, and future issues that may affect the Company’s brand and reputation, including issues arising through media coverage or public discourse Drive leadership and accountability and frontline engagement in safety practices.
Develop and execute a media relations strategy focused on increasing awareness of DPM Metals with Canadian and international media, and the develop relationships with key members of the media.
Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and global communications teams to coordinate responses to media inquiries and ensure consistency of messaging and tone.
Manage the development and execution of digital communications strategies to promote the Company and its brand globally, with particular focus on sustainability, community relations, social media, and the corporate website.
Proactively monitor corporate, stakeholder, social, and media channels to identify issues and prepare proactive messaging and response strategies.
Support management of third-party communications consultants and agencies, including coordination of projects, deliverables, and timelines.
Act as a collaborative partner with the company’s global communications team members, ensuring messaging and strategy alignment.
Internal Communications
In collaboration with Human Resources and other departments, support the planning, development, and implementation of internal communications strategies and plans.
Draft and develop communications materials including internal memos, leadership messages, intranet copy, presentations, posters, video scripts, and other employee-facing materials.
Manage the global page of the company’s Intranet, and work collaboratively with a cross functional team to optimize the Intranet and increase engagement and readership.
Support internal campaigns that strengthen employee engagement, improve alignment with corporate priorities, and reinforce Company values and culture.
Ensure internal messaging is clear, timely, and aligned with broader external positioning and corporate brand standards.
Brand and Reputation Management
Help maintain consistent branding and messaging across all internal and external communication channels.
Provide strategic communications advice to internal stakeholders to ensure messaging reflects the Company’s brand, business priorities, and reputation objectives.
Proactively identify innovative and creative opportunities to promote the Company’s brand, achievements, and track record.
Build strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders across regions and functions to support aligned and effective communications delivery.
Issues and Crisis Communications
Support the development and implementation of communications approaches for sensitive issues, reputational risks, and crisis situations.
Monitor events and industry developments that may impact the Company, and prepare communications materials or response strategies as required.
Coordinate with senior leaders and subject matter experts to ensure timely, accurate, and appropriate communications during high-priority or high-risk situations.
Events and Stakeholder Communications
Manage the organization and delivery of corporate events, announcements, internal meetings, and external engagement opportunities.
Support communications for corporate milestones, projects, community initiatives, sustainability-related activities, and leadership visibility opportunities.
Prepare briefing materials and key messages for meetings, events, interviews, and stakeholder interactions.
Other Duties as Required
Support development and maintenance of communications policies, standards, templates, and governance processes.
Track, assess, and report on communications effectiveness, media coverage, and stakeholder engagement to support continuous improvement.
Contribute to special projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed.
Support the onboarding and coordination of new communication tools, channels, or external partners, as required.
Provide guidance, coaching, and support to global team members and project-based contributors, where applicable.
Year one critical success factors
Establish strong, trust-based working relationships with the Director of Investor Relations as well as other internal stakeholders across various departments, including Financial Reporting, Corporate Development, Operations & Projects, Treasury and Tax, as well as other Corporate and Group functions.
Create a compelling story for DPM Metals that highlights the Company’s history and growth trajectory for adaptation across all internal and external communications.
Develop a comprehensive communications plan and media relations strategy to strengthen DPM Metal’s brand awareness in North America.
Identify media opportunities to enhance executive visibility in North America;
initiate media trainings for senior executives to ensure consistency in media response and storytelling.
Increase knowledge sharing across global entities to ensure consistency in media messaging.
The CandidateExperience and Professional Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree holder in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business, Political Science, or a related field with at least 8 years’ progressive experience in corporate communications, media relations, public affairs, or related roles preferably gained from a publicly listed mining or extractive industry company.
Strong knowledge of corporate communications, media relations (including advanced media relations and response strategies), internal communications, and reputation management practices are essential.
Knowledge of branding, message development, issues management, crisis communications, stakeholder engagement principles, as well as communications planning within a corporate environment gained from the mining, natural resources, or other complex industrial sectors would be highly preferred.
Knowledge of digital communications channels, including websites, social media, and content development is expected.
Knowledge of investor relations and capital market dynamics is considered an asset.
Skills and CompetenciesSkills and competencies required for the role.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex business matters into clear, compelling messages for internal and external audiences.
Strong strategic thinking and sound judgment, particularly in relation to reputation management, issues monitoring, and stakeholder communications.
Ability to manage ambiguity and respond effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and sensitive deadlines.
Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions, regions, and leadership levels.
Creative, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities to enhance brand awareness and engagement.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to message consistency, accuracy, and brand alignment.
Demonstrates integrity, accountability, professionalism, and respect in all interactions.
Continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to adapt communication approaches, tools, and channels to evolving business needs.
Actively recruiting. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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