Samuel Ofosu Agyei currently serves as the Executive Secretary of ZADeF and the Community Development Manager at Zijin Golden Ridge Limited. With over two decades of experience in community relations within the mining sector, he has built a strong track record of managing stakeholder relationships and supporting sustainable development initiatives. Prior to his current roles, he held several key positions at Newmont Golden Ridge Limited, where he further developed his expertise in community engagement and conflict resolution.
He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Linguistics from the University of Ghana and has enhanced his professional capacity through international training, including participation in the ICMM Community Relations Practitioners Workshop in Johannesburg in 2019. Earlier in his career, Samuel worked as a tutor at New Abirem/Afosu Senior High School. During his time there, he took on a number of leadership responsibilities, serving as Head of the English Department, House Master, PTA Secretary, and later as a member of the school’s Board. Samuel brings deep experience in stakeholder engagement, conflict management, and community development. He is dedicated to building strong, respectful relationships between mining companies and their host communities, with a focus on long-term, shared value.