Amadou Diouldé CAMARA
5090,Conakry
Summary
International relations and strategic partnerships leader with deep experience across business development, commercial negotiations, and stakeholder engagement in public and private sector settings. Leads complex cross-border projects, supports MoU and contract review, and builds relationships with investors, institutions, and government stakeholders across Africa and international markets.
Overview
7
7
Languages
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Director – International Relations & Strategic Partnerships
ANIG
04.2026 - Current
- Lead ANIG’s international relations, strategic partnerships and business development activities across mining, trading, infrastructure, logistics and other sectors.
- Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with international groups and companies to expand ANIG’s project pipeline, market access and business development opportunities.
- Developed and managed relationships with international companies, investors, financial institutions, government and institutional stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and access to strategic resources.
- Identify, qualify and develop international commercial opportunities, including mineral offtake, mining, infrastructure, logistics and investment projects.
- Led commercial negotiations, coordinating preparation and review of MoUs, cooperation agreements, offtake agreements, SPAs, and MOAs/TOAs with international partners to secure beneficial terms.
- Coordinate the development of bauxite commercialization opportunities, including buyer identification, international prospecting, commercial negotiations, and project development.
- Supported structuring and execution of strategic transactions, coordinating with banks, financial partners, legal advisers, and technical partners to align interests and drive successful outcomes.
- Provide strategic advice to the General Management on international business opportunities, partnerships, negotiations, risks and priority initiatives.
Independent Consultant
Sylgueme Business International
04.2024 - 03.2026
- Provide expert guidance on the development and implementation of corporate communication strategies, including public relations, media engagement, digital communication, and social media strategy management
- Enhanced organisations’ reputation and stakeholder relations through targeted brand management and policy initiatives
- Build and strengthen relationships with various stakeholders, including government entities, industry partners, community organizations, and humanitarian agencies.
- Managed government relations to navigate regulatory environments and achieve favourable outcomes
- Identified new business opportunities, fostered partnerships, and developed strategies that supported sustainable growth
- Oversee and support the management of key projects across various sectors, including mining, construction, and humanitarian services, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Implement monitoring and evaluation processes to ensure project effectiveness and continuous improvement
- Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential challenges and enhance project outcomes
Manager – Internal Communications & Employee Engagement
Rio Tinto Simfer
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Led the development and execution of Rio Tinto Simfer’s Internal Communications and Employee Engagement Strategy
- Defined and implemented communications plan to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with company goals, enhancing internal communications across organisation
- Provided strategic support to the development and launch of Rio Tinto Simfer’s “Wonatara” program, aimed at fostering a strong, unified business culture
- Provided strategic communication support across all business areas, aligning communications with company strategic objectives and business priorities for operational excellence
- Directed planning and execution of Rio Tinto Global CEO’s visit to Guinea, creating key narratives and orchestrating town hall meeting with employees to foster engagement
Superintendent – Communications & PR
Compagnie des Bauxites de Guinee (CBG)
01.2020 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented the company’s overarching communications and public relations strategy
- Increased brand visibility and stakeholder engagement through strategic planning and execution of key events
- Planned and managed high-profile events, including CBG’s participation and sponsorship at Dubai World Expo 2020, to elevate brand presence
- Oversaw brand identity initiatives to ensure alignment with the company’s vision and business objectives
- Analysed stakeholders and participants to provide insights that informed strategic decision-making and enhanced engagement efforts
Senior Associate – Communications & Media Relations
Guinea Alumina Corporation S.A. (GAC)
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Aligned communications initiatives with organisational goals and industry best practices to strengthen overall messaging
- Developed and refined company’s communications strategy and management plan, enhancing clarity and effectiveness of supporting policies and procedures
- Planned and executed grand opening ceremony for large school donated to community, fostering positive relationships and community engagement
Consultant – Corporate Communications
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA)
03.2016 - 01.2017
- Reviewed and facilitated formal approval of corporate communications strategy, brand strategy, communications guidelines, and operational policies for Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and Guinea Alumina Corporation (GAC), ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
- Generated and reviewed high-level content materials for media, enhancing visibility and engagement at national and international levels.
- Planned and executed significant events while managing government relations with Guinea’s diplomatic mission in the UAE, ensuring seamless coordination with corporate objectives.
Specialist - Communications & Media Relations
Guinea Alumina Corporation (GAC)
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Developed Project Media Relations Management Policy and Guidelines and Project Communications Management Plan to enhance media relations across social media and digital communications
- Supervised production of corporate communications and media materials, tailoring content for social media platforms and digital channels to engage target audiences
- Conducted comprehensive market research to identify emerging trends, informing strategic planning and decision-making.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through the development and implementation of feedback mechanisms and service improvements.
- Maintained accurate documentation to meet programme requirements and contractual obligations.
General Administration/Industrial Relations Officer
SKM Group
11.2013 - 06.2014
- Educated line leaders, employees, and stakeholders on IR policies, procedures, protocols, and Guinea’s labour laws to ensure compliance and understanding.
- Planned, developed, and executed audits to evaluate the Contractor’s performance from an IR perspective
- Compiled comprehensive reports on findings to support strategic evaluations and recommendations.
- Generated reports detailing key weekly activities of Construction Management Team and supporting departments to provide insights for decision-making.
- Prepared and distributed formal minutes of all meetings
Support - Industrial Relations
Fluor West Africa
04.2012 - 05.2013
- Liaised with local organisations, including labour unions and agencies, to gather essential industrial relations information and documents for Fluor IR, supporting project execution from an IR perspective
- Facilitated communication between construction contractors and Fluor’s Industrial Relations Department for the Simandou Project, ensuring alignment on IR issues
- Coordinated internal communications strategy for Human Resources Department of Fluor West Africa on the Rio Tinto Simandou Iron Ore Project, enhancing information flow and stakeholder engagement
Public Diplomacy (Information/Press) Assistant – Media
United States Embassy
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Developed and implemented comprehensive communications and media strategy for U.S. Mission in Guinea, enhancing engagement with local audiences
- Liaised with government agencies and academic institutions to establish training programmes that strengthened public and private media capabilities in Guinea
- Worked closely with team members to align efforts and accomplish set objectives.
- Addressed client concerns with a focus on maintaining calm communication and resolving issues.
- Upheld standards of cleanliness and safety in the workplace to mitigate accident risks.
Technician - Information Resource Center
United States Embassy
07.2005 - 01.2008
- Managed Thurgood Marshall Information Resource Center (IRC), providing access to diverse resources, including books on sciences, arts, humanities, and law, journal articles, and computers with internet access
- Oversaw membership of nearly ten thousand individuals, facilitating engagement among students, academics, civil servants, diplomats, military officers, journalists, and politicians
- Performed diagnostics and troubleshooting to evaluate equipment performance and increase reliability.
- Installed and configured testing equipment for functionality verification. to test and verify functionality and performance.
- Documented all maintenance work and repairs in detail for future reference and compliance.
Education
MBA - Business Management
HEC Montreal
Canada01-2021
Master of Arts - International Development
University of Bradford (UK)
01-2018
MA - Communications (Journalism)
Public University of Conakry (Higher Institute of Information and Communications - ISIC)
01-2004
Skills
- International negotiations
- Partnership negotiation
- Contract negotiation
- MoU drafting
- Governance knowledge
- Policy development
- Stakeholder relations
- Government relations
- Risk management proficiency
- Risk management
- Project management
- Project design
- Implementation support
- Monitoring
- Analytical experience
- Sector analysis
- Business development
- Strategies and goals
- Strategic planning
- Collaboration
- Team building
- Capacity building
- Social inclusion
- Social cohesion
- Exploitation prevention
- Fragile contexts
- Developing countries
- Climate change
- Environmental and social standards
- Health safety
- Labour issues
- Grievance mechanisms
- Reporting
- Corporate communications
- Media relations
- Public diplomacy
- Communication skills
- Leadership excellence
- Leadership acumen
- Negotiation
- Negotiation techniques
- Decision authority
- Decision competency
- Effective mentoring
- Team training
- Stakeholder influence
- Organisational design
- Consulting
- Brand management
- Strategic visioning
- Performance driving
- Remote rural areas
- Multi-disciplinary teams
- Contract negotiation
- Policy development
- Board level communication
- Governance knowledge
- Negotiation techniques
- Risk management proficiency
Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amadou-diould%C3%A9-camara-044b8ba2/?isSelfProfile=true
SUMMARY
French
English
Spanish
German
Chinese
Arabic
Guinean and African languages
Certification
- Prince 2 - PEOPLECERT
- Social Policy for Development Planners
Interests
- Reading, particularly on history, development, politics and international affairs
- Jogging and football
- Participating in debates and discussions on political, economic and international affairs
Accomplishments
- Group Franklin Award, U.S. Embassy Conakry — In recognition of outstanding management and operation of the Embassy’s Information Resource Center.
- Meritorious Honor Award, U.S. Embassy Conakry — In recognition of outstanding efforts in managing Guinea’s political crisis during the 2008 military transition.
Timeline
Director – International Relations & Strategic Partnerships
ANIG
04.2026 - Current
Independent Consultant
Sylgueme Business International
04.2024 - 03.2026
Manager – Internal Communications & Employee Engagement
Rio Tinto Simfer
09.2023 - 03.2024
Superintendent – Communications & PR
Compagnie des Bauxites de Guinee (CBG)
01.2020 - 08.2023
Senior Associate – Communications & Media Relations
Guinea Alumina Corporation S.A. (GAC)
01.2017 - 12.2019
Consultant – Corporate Communications
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA)
03.2016 - 01.2017
Specialist - Communications & Media Relations
Guinea Alumina Corporation (GAC)
06.2014 - 03.2016
General Administration/Industrial Relations Officer
SKM Group
11.2013 - 06.2014
Support - Industrial Relations
Fluor West Africa
04.2012 - 05.2013
Public Diplomacy (Information/Press) Assistant – Media
United States Embassy
01.2008 - 01.2012
Technician - Information Resource Center
United States Embassy
07.2005 - 01.2008
MBA - Business Management
HEC Montreal
Master of Arts - International Development
University of Bradford (UK)
MA - Communications (Journalism)
Public University of Conakry (Higher Institute of Information and Communications - ISIC)