Hilaire Diarra

Hilaire Diarra is a seasoned professional in the mining and sustainability sector, currently serving as General Manager at Barrick Gold Corporation since January 2019, focusing on establishing a model mine centered on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. Previously held roles at Barrick include Head of Sustainability and Country Manager for Tanzania, where notable efforts included re-establishing the company’s operations in the region. Prior experience at Randgold Resources Ltd, from May 2009 to December 2018, encompassed positions from Environmental Officer to Group Environmental & Community Development Manager, emphasizing community engagement and compliance with environmental laws. Early career development included experience at AngloGold Ashanti. Hilaire Diarra holds a Master's degree in Mining and Mineral Engineering from Delft University of Technology, a Master's degree in Environmental and Geotechnical from the Federation of European Minerals Program, and a BSc (Honours) in Environmental and Engineering Geology from the University of Pretoria.